Festival season is upon us. And, for any festival goer living their best hot girl summer, that may also mean getting down and dirty in a musty tent, or better yet, an open field.
But festival sex is far from glamorous (maybe that’s what makes it so hot?), especially if you’re on day three without shower.
The combination of intoxication, poor hygiene and a sea of hot strangers can be a recipe for STIs and regrets – if you’re not careful, that is.
That being said, sex at a festival can also be super fun, as long as you know how to master it.
Keep reading for tips on how to have both safe and hot festival sex.
How to have good festival sex
Having sex in a cramped tent might take some trial and error, thanks in no part to the limited space.
Calandra Balfour, sex expert at sex-positive dating site WeAreX, recommends sex positions like doggy, spooning, cowgirl or oral sex.
‘Be aware of your neighbours, too,’ she tells Metro.co.uk. ‘Especially if you’re in family camping areas.’
If you don’t fancy tent sex, scope out some other (private) areas to get the deed done.
‘If you fancy a change of scenery and can be bothered to traipse to the car park, car sex can be a goer,’ says Calandra. ‘Just no drink driving, and be careful with keys.’
She adds that many festivals have forest areas, ‘which can offer some privacy, especially at night or when headline acts are playing.’
Not sure how to have public sex without letting every man and his dog know what’s going on?
‘Sitting in your partner’s lap facing each other can be a clever approach for subtle public sex, as can a cheeky bit of oral sex,’ suggests Calandra.
‘Mutual masturbation can also be an exciting option when it’s too likely you’ll be caught.’
But a warning: the legalities of public sex are complicated and worth considering. Get caught, and you could technically be prosecuted for indecent exposure, so make sure you’re keeping it private.
The Dos and Don’ts of festival sex
DON’T: Forget about consent
Consent
First things first, safe neither safe nor good happens without consent – thisbecomes even more crucial at a festival, where substances are consumed, and decision-making can be impaired.
Dr Babak Ashrafi, a general practitioner specialising in sexual health, working with Superdrug Online Doctor, tells Metro.co.uk the consent must always be clear and continuous.
He says: ‘Both sides need to communicate openly and respect each other’s boundaries, so ensure that you are looking out for yourself and your friends.’
Another thing to note is that, even consensual sex with strangers (particularly while under the influence) can lead to emotional confusion and feelings of regret.
‘It is important to be aware of your emotional well-being during and after the encounter,’ says Dr Babak.
‘Speak to your friends or family if you feel uneasy, and remember how normal it is to have one-night flings.’
DO: Wear a condom
You might feel a little more carefree when you’re away, but the STIs haven’t gone anywhere.
‘As always, when having sex with a new partner, it is important to use barrier methods of contraception such as condoms to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs),’ says Dr Babak.
‘When under the influence, it is common for people to disregard condoms, so making sure these are easily accessible is a good way to reduce the risk of not using them.’
STI diagnoses have risen this year, particularly gonorrhoea, syphilis and chlamydia.
DON’T: Forget to drink water
Something people may not consider when getting down and dirty at a festival is that you need to be mindful of the possibility of overheating and becoming dehydrated, especially if you’re cooking inside a zipped up tent under the sun.
‘One thing people may not consider is the risk of overheating and dehydration,’ says Dr Babak.
‘Dancing all day in the sun, coupled with drinking and less food can leave you at risk of fatigue.
‘This will increase your risk of overheating and dehydration during sex.
‘It is crucial to stay hydrated, take breaks, and be mindful of your physical well-being.’
DO: Stay clean
Let’s face it, you might not get to shower the whole time you’re at a festival. Unfortunately, poor hygiene can result in bacterial and fungal infections, especially in women, and make the sex less pleasurable overall.
‘Keep hand sanitisers and wipes handy, and consider bringing your own clean towels for some added comfort,’ says Dr Babak.
Don’t: Have Sex in a Portaloo
‘That moment of privacy just isn’t worth the multitude of infections… you can do better,’ says Calandra.
She’s right.
Don’t even consider it.
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