GondolinImaging wrote:

I'm not a coffee drinker, but I am pretty sure it is available 24 hours a day at the Buffet or Pizza station.  Fancy coffees you have to pay for.  I believe (not sure) there is a coffee card for the espresso place like a soda card (there is on other ships, but I haven't been on Carnival in a long time

Ok I'm cool with that as long as I can get some coffee only thing I'm addicted too!
Straight coffee works for me nothing fancy!
Ya I read on the net it wasn't easy to get coffee on the cruise and they said bring a coffee maker! Which seems dumb but if they have a card or what ever! Or room services for it I'm Golden!!!

Yani S wrote:
This is awesome!
Ok the One on One day I will take a break and get in the water for sure!!! YES!!! Hopefully snorkel some too!

DUDE... the 'one on one day' is Friday (Sept 7th)... and that is a 100% at sea day... sailing back to Long Beach... sooooooo... the only way you're gonna get any snorkel time in is to either jump into one of the 3 BIG jacuzzi's with your snorkel and mask and checkout bikini bottoms... OR... tie a rope around your waist... jump overboard and let the cruiseship your sharkbait ass in the wake behind the ship...   If you're smart, you'll opt for the 1st choice...

Yani S wrote:

Hahahahahaha Sorry Gary didn't read that!
I was just playing! Although I get a great buzz on with just one drink! even at 200lbs I'm a light weight! LoL
Although there will probably be more booze in my cabin then the bar! There are things in the works! But that's a secret for now! Lets just say you should drop by and my cabin for a drink or two! Hahahaha

Yani, Gary's shoots are always so fun. Yes people have some drinks. He is open minded and yet also aware of the actions one person or a couple could do to destroy the effectiveness and continuity of a group function so large.

So drinking responsibly at the right times will be more appropriate yet I am sure there will be zero lack of fun for a week !!!

Select llamas wrote:
DUDE... the 'one on one day' is Friday (Sept 7th)... and that is a 100% at sea day... sailing back to Long Beach... sooooooo... the only way you're gonna get any snorkel time in is to either jump into one of the 3 BIG jacuzzi's with your snorkel and mask and checkout bikini bottoms... OR... tie a rope around your waist... jump overboard and let the cruiseship your sharkbait ass in the wake behind the ship...   If you're smart, you'll opt for the 1st choice...

Gary, you are so incredibly funny.

Select Models wrote:
DUDE... the 'one on one day' is Friday (Sept 7th)... and that is a 100% at sea day... sailing back to Long Beach... sooooooo... the only way you're gonna get any snorkel time in is to either jump into one of the 3 BIG jacuzzi's with your snorkel and mask and checkout bikini bottoms... OR... tie a rope around your waist... jump overboard and let the cruiseship your sharkbait ass in the wake behind the ship...   If you're smart, you'll opt for the 1st choice...

Hahahahaha Throw me the rope! I'll water ski that boat! ;D

Yani S wrote:
Hahahahaha Throw me the rope! I'll water ski that boat! ;D

Only problem is the captain may have a hard time hearing you when you say, " Hit It "

Yani S wrote:
Hahahahaha Throw me the rope! I'll water ski that boat! ;D

Yani, we are going to the beach for three days of shooting. Have you seen those Go Pro Cameras. Get a 3-5 (lol) or maybe any of the photographers who have or want one could bring them. Go snorkeling in the cove those of us who have waterproof cameras will join you, to shoot from the ocean at sea level with the waves and the splashes from the models in the water, underwater you can incorporate your snorkeling with the whole group and I would love to be a part of the in the water photographers and models sounds like so much fun.

We have members who have talked about mermaids and also costumes and paint. Fashion in the water with fabric of the dresses flowing or my concept of wet denim and t-shirts.. The imagination is endless and with almost or more than 60 members of this group I am sure the possibilities are endless.

Snorkeling with everyone will be the Best I Am So Sure !!!

Just a thought ...

Mark G Bissell wrote:

Yani, we are going to the beach for three days of shooting. Have you seen those Go Pro Cameras. Get a 3-5 (lol) or maybe any of the photographers who have or want one could bring them. Go snorkeling in the cove those of us who have waterproof cameras will join you, to shoot from the ocean at sea level with the waves and the splashes from the models in the water, underwater you can incorporate your snorkeling with the whole group and I would love to be a part of the in the water photographers and models sounds like so much fun.

We have members who have talked about mermaids and also costumes and paint. Fashion in the water with fabric of the dresses flowing or my concept of wet denim and t-shirts.. The imagination is endless and with almost or more than 60 members of this group I am sure the possibilities are endless.

Snorkeling with everyone will be the Best I Am So Sure !!!

Just a thought ...

... doing an underwater shoot this sunday and am working on something that should be flowy.  I'm DEFINITELY up to this challenge!

GMAX Imagery wrote:
Only problem is the captain may have a hard time hearing you when you say, " Hit It "

Slowest speed to water ski = 14 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterskiing#section_2

Speed of Splendor = 24 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_Splendor

Therefore it is possible to ski behind Splendor!

The spotter can use radios to communicate to captain when skier is ready.

The skier should be prepared to hold breathe for an undetermined period while ship accelerates! :-) [Maybe 15 minutes?]

And please don't fall. It'll be a while before we circle back. :-). [Maybe another 15 minutes?]

FFantastique wrote:
Slowest speed to water ski = 14 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterskiing#section_2

Speed of Splendor = 24 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_Splendor

Therefore it is possible to ski behind Splendor!

The spotter can use radios to communicate to captain when skier is ready.

The skier should be prepared to hold breathe for an undetermined period while ship accelerates! :-) [Maybe 15 minutes?]

And please don't fall. It'll be a while before we circle back. :-). [Maybe another 15 minutes?]

As I have said before Insanity in a Fun Way

Mark G Bissell wrote:

As I have said before Insanity in a Fun Way

!Muchas gracias! :-)

FFantastique wrote:

Slowest speed to water ski = 14 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterskiing#section_2

Speed of Splendor = 24 MPH
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_Splendor

Therefore it is possible to ski behind Splendor!

The spotter can use radios to communicate to captain when skier is ready.

The skier should be prepared to hold breathe for an undetermined period while ship accelerates! :-) [Maybe 15 minutes?]

And please don't fall. It'll be a while before we circle back. :-). [Maybe another 15 minutes?]

Dude... I've came to the conclusion that you've got too much time on your hands... ...

Select Models wrote:

Dude... I've came to the conclusion that you've got too much time on your hands... ...

I like figures! 😉
[That's a double entendre, in case you didn't notice! :-)]

If I had too much time I would research and cite sources for the two estimates of 15 minutes, instead of merely speculating! I know the information is available as they do man-overboard drills.

Tina Marie Desaro wrote:
Are we allowed to shoot topless on the beach, my mermaid costume only looks good topless. I will not bring it if we cannot shoot it topless on the beach so need to know,thanks

I'm definitely NOT recommending nudes on the beach because of all the unwanted attendion it draws... BUT... if you wanna do a 'quick flashy shot' of that outfit while there's no one around... I don't have a problem with that...

Select Models wrote:

I'm definitely NOT recommending nudes on the beach because of all the unwanted attendion it draws... BUT... if you wanna do a 'quick flashy shot' of that outfit while there's no one around... I don't have a problem with that...

I personally never have a problem with topless models ......female of course.  Just my 2 cents:-P

Matthew Helton wrote:

I personally never have a problem with topless models ......female of course.  Just my 2 cents:-P

LOL Matthew... but honestly amigo... it's not YOU I'm worried about... it's the 'unknown factor' out there in Mexico that concerns me the most...

Matthew Helton wrote:

I personally never have a problem with topless models ......female of course.  Just my 2 cents:-P

Ok I'll keep my shirt on! LoL
I would think there's so many of use we can make a wall so no one else can see! Dam there's like 60 peeps going!!! "O.O"

Yani S wrote:

Ok I'll keep my shirt on! LoL
I would think there's so many of use we can make a wall so no one else can see! Dam there's like 60 peeps going!!! "O.O"

I'm adding a few more early next week... more like 70 now... 'freakin big ass party now no doubt'...

Select Models wrote:

I'm adding a few more early next week... more like 70 now... 'freakin big ass party now no doubt'...

70" o.O" at this rate they should just give us our own section of the ship and our own bar maiden!

Yani S wrote:
70" o.O" at this rate they should just give us our own section of the ship and our own bar maiden!

Dude... from what I gathered on your previous post... I hear the best bar is gonna be in your room, stocked with $1000 worth of drink goodies...    So the million dollar question is... what is your room number?...

Select Models wrote:

LOL Matthew... but honestly amigo... it's not YOU I'm worried about... it's the 'unknown factor' out there in Mexico that concerns me the most...

I agree with Gary, I will not bring the mermaid outfit unless I decide to use the top with it, I do not want to take any chances in Mexico with their laws...

Tina Marie Desaro Raw wrote:
Speaking of unwanted attention, I don't know how it is in Cabo, never been there, but I just got back from Vallarta and there were crowds around us any time and anywhere in public just shooting full back bathing suits with many wanting to take their own pictures with me and other llamas. They were nice but definitily will be crowd in PV wherever we go in public if we are in any type of bathing suit or any clothes that show off figure lol.

Tina, you are an adventurer, we drove to Rosarito Beach from Ensenada with four llamas and me as llama herder, I have a feeling you will be fine with the attention...

Select Models wrote:

Dude... from what I gathered on your previous post... I hear the best bar is gonna be in your room, stocked with $1000 worth of drink goodies...    So the million dollar question is... what is your room number?...

I'll text it to you! Its going to be Epic!

Tina Marie Desaro wrote:
I agree with Gary, I will not bring the mermaid outfit unless I decide to use the top with it, I do not want to take any chances in Mexico with their laws...

I do and I think others might have small tents for models to be able to change in as well as for all 70 + and counting who are attending this amazing event. Those Sun Shelters would most likely work.

I am pretty positive that we will occupy most of the beach

Tina Marie Desaro wrote:
Are we allowed to shoot topless on the beach, my mermaid costume only looks good topless. I will not bring it if we cannot shoot it topless on the beach so need to know,thanks

Some perspective from an experienced model:
http://modeljessrobinson.wordpress.com/ … -outdoors/
( Jess Robinson is on MM: https://www.modelmayhem.com/539418 )

Carnival referred me to http://visitmexico.com/en-us/
But I've not found anything relevant.

Recommend remote location with lookouts. Let me start lookng for local lawyers! LOL.

No one said achieving the prime directive was sans apparel nor sans risk! :-).

Update: Here's a list I found--
http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/eacs_arrest.html

FFantastique wrote:

Some perspective from an experienced model:
http://modeljessrobinson.wordpress.com/ … -outdoors/
( Jess Robinson is on MM: https://www.modelmayhem.com/539418 )

Carnival referred me to http://visitmexico.com/en-us/
But I've not found anything relevant.

Recommend remote location with lookouts. Let me start lookng for local lawyers! LOL.

No one said achieving the prime directive was sans apparel nor sans risk! :-).

Update: Here's a list I found--
http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/eacs_arrest.html

JT, an interesting story. I do however think the no one can see especially minors is appropriate. If any of the models want to shoot nude or implied I am sure the are places that can be done appropriately such as behind a group of 70 or in one of the many balcony rooms.

There are many ways to capture seductive and leave more to the imagination. ...

Celine Alissandra wrote:


Just got these snazzy shoes.  See the stainless heels?  OMG, I have so many ideas for these...

Celine I love the the fact that models are presenting ideas for shoots. Please ALL Models attending please continue  to express your ideas here and through private messages to your sponsoring photographers and others you wish to shoot with.

FFantastique wrote:
Recommend remote location with lookouts. Let me start lookng for local lawyers! LOL.

No one said achieving the prime directive was sans apparel nor sans risk! :-).

Update: Here's a list I found--
http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/eacs_arrest.html

Hey hey... hate to burst everyone's bubble on this party... but there will be ABSOLUTELY NO running around on the beach naked and contacting lawyers.  This entire group will be read 'the riot act' on the Sept 2nd buffet dinner meeting.  One if my 'prime directives' is to MAKE SURE NONE OF YOU get thrown in jail for doing something stupid, or ignorantly end up busting Mexican laws.  When in doubt, you error on the side of safety, and YOU DONT take your chances on commiting any possible crime that will get you throw in Mexican jail... OR... get you banned from the ship. 

Last year I witnessed a cruiseboat passenger being arrested by Carnival's onboard security personel.  That person was transported IMMEDIATELY to the Airport in Cabo San Lucas, and flown home, without participating in the remainder of the cruise or it's festivities.  This IS NOT going to happen to ANYONE in this group... because YOU WILL be on your best behavior the entire 7 days of this event... COMPRENDE?... of course you do...

Mark G Bissell wrote:
Note to all. As I have been informed by Carnival it is most appropriate to pre confirm / register the confirmation of boarding prior to departure. It can save each person 2 hours + with boarding time.

The requirements would be the full legal name, date of birth, method of identification to include passport #, drivers license #, and or name on birth certicate or other appropriate documentation

We have no need to hinder the individual's nor the ships departure time.

I will call tomorrow to get all the facts yet if someone already has them please pass along what you know !!!
Photographers and or person responsible for the booking can go to the website and do all of this through "manage my cruise"

Good information!
Myself and my model registered. It's easier than waiting in a line on Sept 2.

Tina Marie Desaro wrote:
Are we allowed to shoot topless on the beach, my mermaid costume only looks good topless. I will not bring it if we cannot shoot it topless on the beach so need to know,thanks

I want to see the mermaid! We have enough hot models to cause a diversion.

Select Models wrote:

Hey hey... hate to burst everyone's bubble and this party... but there will be ABSOLUTELY NO running around on the beach naked...[redacted].  This entire group will be read 'the riot act' on the Sept 2nd buffet dinner meeting.  One of my 'prime directives' is to MAKE SURE NONE OF YOU get thrown in jail for doing something stupid, or ignorantly end up busting Mexican laws.  When in doubt, you error on the side of safety, and YOU DON'T take your chances on committing any possible crime that will get you throw in Mexican jail... OR... get you banned from the ship. 

Last year I witnessed a cruise boat passenger being arrested by Carnival's on board security personnel.  They were transported IMMEDIATELY to the Airport in Cabo San Lucas, and flown home, without participating in the remainder of the cruise or its festivities.  This IS NOT going to happen to ANYONE in this group... because YOU WILL be on your best behavior the entire 7 days of this event... COMPRENDE?... of course you do...

Ladies and gentlemen:

You heard the man, por favor, NO RUNNING!

We don't want to unwittingly or ignorantly violate any laws, customs nor mores. This is one of the reasons I consult with lawyers on a regular basis--to learn what the laws really are, how they are interpreted, and how they're enforced, if at all.

For example, for one outdoor shoot in Tampa titled "Damsels in Deep Distress," I called four attorneys, two would speak with me, one of whom was a photographer himself. The issue was how to avoid gathering potentially self-incriminating evidence via the time and date stamp, since I couldn't figure out how to affirmatively and irretrievably strip out that metadata from the image file, &/or how to indemnify a potential participant from job loss, loss of retirement income and family health benefits. My solution was to embargo the shoot but the non-photographer lawyer provided a simple, less drastic yet elegant solution! :-)

Although it would be exciting, I don't want anyone detained, delayed nor deported--don't want that much excitement. No, I don't need any heart medicine.

Consulting an attorney proactively is like going to see a doctor to keep healthy and communicating with one isn't to be presumed as prima facie evidence that anything is awry or amiss.

I have on my checklist money, to help things go smoothly. However, to avoid you getting into legal trouble, you should be aware of the limit that the law allows: US$10,000.
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/travel-a … -9937.html
If you need any assistance, I'd be happy to help!

Certainly don't want to leave anyone behind or have anyone fly off prematurely--we want to have fun with you :-) Copy that, Gary.

Bon voyage!

FFantastique wrote:
Ladies and gentlemen:

You heard the man, por favor, NO RUNNING!

We don't want to unwittingly or ignorantly violate any laws, customs nor mores. This is one of the reasons I consult with lawyers on a regular basis--to learn what the laws really are, how they are interpreted, and how they're enforced, if at all.

For example, for one outdoor shoot in Tampa titled "Damsels in Deep Distress," I called four attorneys, two would speak with me, one of whom was a photographer himself. The issue was how to avoid gathering potentially self-incriminating evidence via the time and date stamp, since I couldn't figure out how to affirmatively and irretrievably strip out that metadata from the image file, &/or how to indemnify a potential participant from job loss, loss of retirement income and family health benefits. My solution was to embargo the shoot but the non-photographer lawyer provided a simple, less drastic yet elegant solution! :-)

Although it would be exciting, I don't want anyone detained, delayed nor deported--don't want that much excitement. No, I don't need any heart medicine.

Consulting an attorney proactively is like going to see a doctor to keep healthy and communicating with one isn't to be presumed as prima facie evidence that anything is awry or amiss.

I have on my checklist money, to help things go smoothly. However, to avoid you getting into legal trouble, you should be aware of the limit that the law allows: US$10,000.
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/travel-a … -9937.html
If you need any assistance, I'd be happy to help!

Certainly don't want to leave anyone behind or have anyone fly off prematurely--we want to have fun with you :-) Copy that, Gary.

Bon voyage!

OMG... more of this 'too much time on my hands' stuff... ...

Select Models wrote:
Hey hey... hate to burst everyone's bubble on this party... but there will be ABSOLUTELY NO running around on the beach naked and contacting lawyers.  This entire group will be read 'the riot act' on the Sept 2nd buffet dinner meeting.  One if my 'prime directives' is to MAKE SURE NONE OF YOU get thrown in jail for doing something stupid, or ignorantly end up busting Mexican laws.  When in doubt, you error on the side of safety, and YOU DONT take your chances on commiting any possible crime that will get you throw in Mexican jail... OR... get you banned from the ship. 

Gary I hate to do this again, but I'm agreeing with you, sort of.



Last year I witnessed a cruiseboat passenger being arrested by Carnival's onboard security personel.  That person was transported IMMEDIATELY to the Airport in Cabo San Lucas, and flown home, without participating in the remainder of the cruise or it's festivities.  This IS NOT going to happen to ANYONE in this group... because YOU WILL be on your best behavior the entire 7 days of this event... COMPRENDE?... of course you do...

I love to shoot nudes, but the most important rule of travel is to respect the traditions and customs of the country you are visiting.  Mexico is one of the few countries more backwards on nudity than the US.  Women bathe very modestly there, so public nudity on local beaches, frowned on.  Would you shoot nudes on Santa Monica beach?  Like LA, there seem to be some beaches we could shoot nudes, but is safety an issue?  I would think that we could get away with your mermaid late in the day at our resort day (late, since if they kick us out, which I really doubt, we won't miss much)
You have to do something pretty outrageous to be arrested by Carnival security.  They will ask you to stop long before they arrest you.


BTW, I have no idea why half my post is in the middle of Gary's post, maybe my IPad couldn't believe what I was typing?