A London-based tour operator is searching for 22 holidaymakers happy to strip off for a seven-night naked cruise.

eWaterways, which specialises in river and coastal cruises, will run its first cruise for naturists in August 2011, exploring the Croatian coastline. Highlights on the £500 holiday include a visit to Rab, often described by travel agents as "the island of love", and a trip to Zadar, home to the famous Zadar Sea Organ. eWaterways claims to be the first company to offer nudist cruising in the Adriatic.

"Naturist holidays are popular and Croatia has a lot of nudist beaches - so it's a great match," said a spokeswoman. "Passengers will get undressed for swimming and sunbathing, but will be clothed for dinner." The company said it expects the cruise to appeal to a variety of European nationalities - but particularly Germans, as they are "really into naturism".

It added that most of its customers are in their mid-40s. The itinerary also includes stops at the islands of Molat, Olib and Mali Losinj, the medieval city of Cres, and the fishing village of Volosko. The "intimate" ship features a bar, a spacious sun deck and a small restaurant, which will be serving traditional Croatian cuisine.

A middle aged nude cruise? I'll bear it in mind!

The Mediterranean will be boring you said. Let's try Alaska you said...

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