Clamshells Princess Caye distinguish your own

[janroatan]

If we rent a Clamshell, are they numbered ?

or how the heck do I find mine again if go for drink?

[chrysalis]

never thought it would be a problem  or an issue.....but if it is, order a drink and let the server find you.

[janroatan]

Was referring to the beach Clamshells on Princess Caye

[chrysalis]

yes, I know exactly what you are referring to....and have never noticed anyone lost and unable to find theirs when they went for a drink.

[janroatan]

I guess i,m the only one that thinks each and every one looks the same, can you use your Medallion app to order drink to your location on the Cay?

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Edited August 22, 2022 by janroatan

[Steelers36]

12 minutes ago, janroatan said:

I guess i,m the only one that thinks each and every one looks the same, can you use your Medallion app to order drink to your location on the Cay?

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I don't think so as they didn't install sensors on the beach.

[PRINCESS Sweet Pea]

If there are a whole lot of clamshells, then I can see what you mean.   Once you get accustomed, of course, you know your location.   And, of course, your 'stuff' will be there.   At first, maybe lay a bright colored towel or hand-towel across the top entry?  

[MissP22]

Maybe you could decorate it like people do for their cabin door?

[skynight]

Count, third from the left? Throw a towel on top? Walk around the front and you will see your stuff. Don't see this as a big issue.

[phabric]

Many years ago, we had one.  The beach attendant took our excursion voucher and asked which clam shell we wanted.  We found it hot in it as the air is trapped in the clam shell, no breeze.  Put your items on the lounger, easy to find again.  If ordering a drink from wandering bar attendants, they seem to remember where you are.  Any time we went back to the island, we went early and found loungers in the shade.

Edited August 24, 2022 by phabric

[Cruise Raider]

1 hour ago, phabric said:

Many years ago, we had one.  The beach attendant took our excursion voucher and asked which clam shell we wanted.  We found it hot in it as the air is trapped in the clam shell, no breeze.  Put your items on the lounger, easy to find again.  If ordering a drink from wandering bar attendants, they seem to remember where you are.  Any time we went back to the island, we went early and found loungers in the shade.

Oh yes!  Those clam shells are miserably hot.  I would never rent one out ever again!  

[MissP22]

1 hour ago, Cruise Raider said:

Oh yes!  Those clam shells are miserably hot.  I would never rent one out ever again!  

At first it does sound like a good idea but I guess you can fool anyone at least one time. 😄

[luckyinpa]

dont they have vented clamshells?

[Cruise Raider]

13 minutes ago, MissP22 said:

At first it does sound like a good idea but I guess you can fool anyone at least one time. 😄

 

It's like you are in the shade so you think, oh good.  Then, you realize that it's just like an oven with no breeze.  We did find a spot under a cabana that was just perfect ... and free of charge, too.  There was plenty of shade plus a nice breeze .. very close to the band and the bar.  Much better choice!  

 

[Mike45LC]

I have no problem finding my clamshell.  It’s the with my wife inside!

[MissP22]

2 hours ago, Cruise Raider said:

 

It's like you are in the shade so you think, oh good.  Then, you realize that it's just like an oven with no breeze.  We did find a spot under a cabana that was just perfect ... and free of charge, too.  There was plenty of shade plus a nice breeze .. very close to the band and the bar.  Much better choice!  

 

There use to be much more shade about 4 or 5 years ago until they removed lots of the natural shade. Maybe to was done on purpose trying to increase sales of the clamshells??

[Buckeye10640]

I actually recommend not paying for a clamshell.  They get really hot. Go early and find a lounger in the shade. 

[PRINCESS Sweet Pea]

20 hours ago, MissP22 said:

There use to be much more shade about 4 or 5 years ago until they removed lots of the natural shade. Maybe to was done on purpose trying to increase sales of the clamshells??

 

The fire.  Also storm or hurricane damage.

Not everything that we might not like is a plot to take more of our money.  We were able to find loungers under shade palm tress last time we were there.  We had a very nice day!

I am wanting to rend a Bungalow if we get back there.  Not just to be inside the bungalow, but to have that space to ourselves, the beach umbrella, a dining table for lunch, that kind of thing!

 

I have always heard about the clamshells being hot.  I am thinking that that material must not really have a strong sun blocking factor.  Now, that could create heat.

[AZ Ocean Lover]

Yes, they are hot but the canopy can be adjusted so you can get a breeze coming through the bottom.  We did it once and that was enough.

[geocruiser]

Would beach chair clips work.

 

 

  https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/clown-fish-boca-clips-set-of-2/1045752032?skuId=45752032&store=&enginename=google&mcid=PS_googlepla_nonbrand_sscoutdoor_online&product_id=45752032&adtype=&product_channel=online&adpos=&creative=545768559586&device=c&matchtype=&network=u&gclid=CjwKCAjwu5yYBhAjEiwAKXk_eM1odfIezYtPWtNLm36MXaMLutv_JZVJR27bLSIw6vmKWR9xNXnfrRoCjDAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[Wishing on a star]

The idea is not to use clips, but to prop something under the back so that it doesn't fall back and hit the sand.  There are probably photos online or videos on youtube.

[EDDY0827]

I think that the bright orange clips were meant to stand out when applied to the top of the clam-shell, not ventilation.

[MissP22]

48 minutes ago, PRINCESS Sweet Pea said:

 

The fire.  Also storm or hurricane damage.

Not everything that we might not like is a plot to take more of our money.  We were able to find loungers under shade palm tress last time we were there.  We had a very nice day!

I am wanting to rend a Bungalow if we get back there.  Not just to be inside the bungalow, but to have that space to ourselves, the beach umbrella, a dining table for lunch, that kind of thing!

 

I have always heard about the clamshells being hot.  I am thinking that that material must not really have a strong sun blocking factor.  Now, that could create heat.

I seriously doubt is there are to many fires on the beach and any hurricane damage to the palm trees & bushes could be cleaned up in a few hours. 

It all boils down to trimming as much natural shade as feasible so they can sell those unbearably hot clamshell lounges for $40. That's why we always arrive as early as possible for a shady spot under a tree. 

[geocruiser]

1 hour ago, EDDY0827 said:

I think that the bright orange clips were meant to stand out when applied to the top of the clam-shell, not ventilation.

That is right.  This way a person can find their clam shell.

[Wishing on a star]

Ohhhh. Duhhhhh!   I guess I was thinking about the ventilation, and maybe the thought was to use the clips to hold part of it up.  Hahaha!   (Those are cute Nemo fish clips.)