Packing for theme nights

At a resort that runs a different themed night every evening, most of your luggage decision is already made for you.

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The week, and what each night asks for

Temptation Cancun

DayNightWhat to pack
MondayWestern RushAnything western
TuesdayLet's Get WildAnimal print
WednesdayParty AngelsWomen: lingerie · Men: pants · Both: halos, wings and accessories
ThursdayHolographic VibesIridescent, metallic and silver
FridayRetro Neon80s neon
SaturdayVelvet RougeRed
SundaySteampunk PulseSteampunk, your own interpretation
TuesdayFire Up Foam PartyFoam party — swimwear
ThursdayNaughty-Cal Pool PartyNautical
SaturdayPeace and Love Foam PartyFoam party — 70s flower power

Desire Riviera Maya

DayNightWhat to pack
MondayBetween the SheetsWomen: lingerie · Men: robes and pyjama pants
TuesdayBoop's BoudoirBlack and red · Women: pin-up · Men: shirt, vest, pants
WednesdaySubs & DomsLatex, leather and masks
ThursdayGents & MaidsWomen: maid · Men: pants and shirt
FridayDesert of DesireYour own creation — leather, fringe, metallics, feathers
SaturdayCountry NeonNeon western
SundayDesire HaremWomen: harem, with a veil · Men: sultan
WednesdayGarden of Eden Pool Party
FridayPiña Colada Foam PartyFoam party

Desire Pearl

DayNightWhat to pack
MondayPurple SeductionElegant purple
TuesdayBetween the SheetsWomen: lingerie · Men: robes and pyjama pants
WednesdayBoop's BoudoirBlack and red · Women: pin-up · Men: shirt, vest, pants
ThursdaySubs & DomsLatex, leather and masks
FridayCountry NeonNeon western
SaturdayDesert of DesireYour own creation — leather, fringe, metallics, feathers
SundayGents & MaidsWomen: maid · Men: pants and shirt
ThursdayWaves of Desire Pool PartyRed swimwear
SaturdaySultry Western Foam PartyFoam party — western

How seriously people take it

Seriously. The dress codes are the point rather than a suggestion, and turning up to Party Angels in shorts is the one way to feel out of place at a resort designed so that you cannot.

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