We have been at BBG/tt 2006 and 2007. I have to say when we were there we took pictures, but only of our group of friends. We even had one or two ask permission to take photos. We never saw any creepy photographers but I will say if we did I would think nothing of approaching the subject and correcting the situation. Please tell me that people are reacting to a "concept" of inappropriate picture taking with a few documented cases rather than this being the norm. I still get the impression that TT is a resort based on mutual respect for eachother's rights to do as they wish without judgement or exploitation. I think if my wife were to go to TT with the feeling that she could not take off her top this would defeat ONE of the reasons for going. I don't know that the majority should change to satisfy the possible actions of the minority. That would be sad. Is this a REAL issue that should preoccupy our every thought while at TT? I hope not.
Scufty, don't get too bummed out! My wife and I were there for four days this past May, and she went topless the entire time, including at the quiet pool and for a fun game of ping pong! She never felt uncomfortable regarding pics being taken of her. It's obvious that other ladies have been made to feel uncomfortable, but it sounds like we have an AWESOME group that will be there the first week of December, and I'm sure we'll keep this situation under control!!
Cameras I could not agree more , people should not be taking unconsented pictures, However this not a private resort soley set aside for topless woman and sexual games... Desire is more for that, this an adults only resort, that allows topless sunbathing, So single guys, Woman with tops on, couples that dont partake in the games and so on, should not be put in a smaller group cuz they are ones that wanted to go to an adults only resort to avoid the spring break hotels... Im not being arguementative at all , Please dont take it that way, I just argue this point over and over again, cuz i think , like myself, single guys get put in the same category as the perverts that take pictures Etc.. Like I said in my previous post, a disrespectful person will do rude things, regardless if he is single , or married or gay or whatever.... I think every one should be abel to do what they want and feel comfortable doing so, but I also think to ban cameras to people that are there for other reason then some is just wrong.....just my vent ...
Re: Cameras You're right. No one should be put into those categories. I've seen young and old married and single being creepers and taking pics of people they don't know. I think the best thing that can come out of these discussions is that people are more aware of what they should do if they're being creeped out by one of these guys (normally it's guys). Either tell them off yourself or tell the entertainment staff that you're not happy. They will definitely jump to your aid. If the majority of people (us) don't set the standard of behavour for what is acceptable and not acceptable then the minority (camera creepers) will continue to do what they do thinking it's ok.
Re: Cameras I agree with you 110%... Hopefully people read these posts and think before they act in a disrespectful manner and I also agree that self policing and just telling the entertainmnet staff is the best way... Once you start asking the resort to put rules in place, who knows where they will draw the line.. ... Off Topic I know, but how is the family and the little doing 4biddenpleasrs... I hope the baby and family are doing great.
Our experiences so far have only been at Desire both Cancun and Cabo, will see what happens at TTR Cabo in a couple of weeks. 3 times while at Desire we have seen security or the entertainment staff confront men who had cameras up and obviously taking pictures, 2 times the staff reviewed the pictures on the cameras and deleted pictures, the other time they forced the man to remove the roll of film(old school camera) and took the roll away. So it is not only single men that take pictures as this is a couples only resort.
Re: Cameras Thanks for asking.... the family is doing great... the baby has got her first 2 teeth and so far has been a joy. I think that just means that we're in for it when she gets to the terrible twos *L* Honestly I think the people that are causing problems at TR have never been to or heard of Cancun Care. Anyone that would still take unwanted pics after reading all the suggestions on CC about what not to do and what is ok is ....... well.... I don't want to say what they'd be.. *L*...
I have travelled at TTR with wife or alone. In both situations I have taken pictures, mainly of the people we are hanging out with, but also of the silly games in the sexy pool. I do not want to lose the opportunity to do this, and relive the times later. However I do not want to affect the ability of others to relax and enjoy their vacation. In the old nice shoes there were no cameras during certain activities. No question. In the lingerie show and casino night we want to take pictures of our group that got all dressed up (or down), our group topless to get more betting money, and pics of us and others behaving in a silly manner, etc. But again we do not want to have others hesitate about participating because of our cameras. The idea of only females taking pictures might decrease the number taken as they are usually the targets of the cameras. Groups of people posing and taking pictures of themselves is acceptable in my opinion and does not seem to be the problem. The problem is the single male (hopefully not me) inappropriately taking pics of people who have not consented. Here is what we do. We have someone walk around the pool with a cheap, throw away camera pretending to take inappropriate pics of people. Chinos. T, whoever comes up, yells at the person, takes the camera, puts it in a large bag, takes out a baseball bat and whacks the H out of it. Then shouts to everyone “ This is what will happen to people who take pictures of others without their permission!” . I am sure Chinos would use some other, more colorful words as well, and the message would get across. Would it work? And who would be there and dare to take pictures of the event for prosperity?
Great feedback from all of you! And I will stand by my earlier post..."No pictures should be allowed for times when folks wish to be uninhibited!" If friends want to take pictures of other friends during group activity...Sexy pool, Nice Shoes, wherever...then, it should be understood among those friends that pictures are acceptable! If a single man, or person starts flaunting their camera unrespectfully..."Nip it in the Bud,"...put an end to it! I am a single man visiting, who will join forces with anyone...wishing to put a stop to such rudeness:0). We are all there to have fun and relax without rude offerings! The rude ones can return home and get their jollies elsewhere!!! I will be visiting to enjoy a place, where I've never ventured before! And it sounds like a great place to make new friends:0) R&R will be my highest priortiy! Making new friends with a drink in hand is an added Bonus:0) Please don't single me out as a Single Male visitor with creepy intentions! You won't find a camera in my hand, unless I'm taking pictures of new friends...who will always be welcome in my life:0) Pictures of new friends with drink in hand provides lasting memories of fun times together! Would like to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving...my Turkey's headed for the oven in the morning:0)
We are all preaching to the chior. I'm sure everyone putting in their 2 cents is respectful. Good ideas about the girls only taking pictures and the camera breaking. Here's my 2 cents: I wonder how the creepozoids would feel if we took their picture and posted it on fotki or a sticky on this site with some sort of "look out for" warning. How about a wall of shame board at TTR. In 2 weeks (yippee!!!), you'll see us with a camera, but you won't see us taking a picture of anyone not specifically posing for our camera. I guess a sign simply saying: be respectful of other's wishes would be nice and not overbearing. If someone is making anyone uncomfortable, you show them the sign and tell them to stop. Okay, maybe that was 5 cents. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
