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Discussion in 'Temptation Cancun' started by M&L, Jun 23, 2018.

  1. M&L

    M&L Enthusiast Registered Member

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    Plastic is well known to be the scourge of the ocean- it’s killing the fish and polluting the sea permanently. Can TTR contribute by not putting single use straws in drinks unless they are asked for? I see so many just removed and thrown away, these end up in our oceans. Any other suggestions on how TTR can reduce plastic usage?
     
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    I need to ask for a straw every drink. I don’t ever see them put straws in drinks without request.

    Hubby doesn’t love straws but I need one, we have to ask.
     
  3. Steve

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    Pretty sure drinks are served without a straw unless asked for. I always ask for one because I don't like having to filter my drink through ice with my lips and teeth.

    Although once finished I'll keep the same straw for the next drink, and the next etc.
     
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    From what I've seen Original Resorts has had the same policy(for quite some time) for all it's properties - straws are only provided if asked for
    - fyi - was told they are looking at going more eco and away from plastic back to paper(don't know if/when it would happen however....)
     
  5. M&L

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    Well that is good to hear guys although not my experience this week. Every pina colada I have had came with a straw which I threw away. I saw this happening over and over, hence my post.
     
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    We saw these being used on our last trip so ordered some, problem solved
     

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    Um okay, we suggest just keep yo self in the sexy pool. That way no straws will make it back to the ocean. In fact, only do shots, I have yet to see one straw fit in a shot glass. Better yet, only do body shots, and if you’re using a straw for a body shot...call us cuz you’re doing it wrong.
     
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    In that case, just ask for "pina colada sin popote".
     
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  9. aggiemike

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    I keep seeing news about this new save the earth stategy. Makes me want to ask why trash is being dumped in ocean in first place.? Wouldn't that be a better cause to protest. Straws are just a small percentage of plastic in trash. But why isn't trash landfilled or burned or combination.
     
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    If everyone just bought a CCC bubba mug from Steve (link is in CCC merchandise) then we would all be contributing to a cleaner ocean and damn cool looking pool party!
     
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