oncruisecontrol Posted August 14, 2018 #101 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Hmmm. We're bringing our own biodegrade straws, and the first person who gives me a nasty look for using one will no doubt be deeply offended by my reaction. Where did you purchase the biodegradable straws? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix1181 Posted August 14, 2018 #102 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Where did you purchase the biodegradable straws? I got mine on Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oncruisecontrol Posted August 14, 2018 #103 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I got mine on Amazon. Thanks. They are paper, I suppose, are they not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix1181 Posted August 14, 2018 #104 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Thanks. They are paper, I suppose, are they not? No, they're not. Here's the description: Clear Plastic Biodegradable Straws 200 Bulk Pack. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint With a Compostable, Plant-Based, Eco-Friendly Drinking Straw! Individually Wrapped, Proudly USA Grown and No Petroleum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jana60 Posted August 14, 2018 #105 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Where did you purchase the biodegradable straws? I got mine at Walmart. 50 straws for $5.57. No tax or delivery charges. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirsty_r Posted August 14, 2018 #106 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Last year on Escape, I brought my own plastic straws just for the use of my 32 oz. water bottle that I brought on board for use in my cabin. I only brought 7 straws with me (so I could use a new straw in my bottle each day of the cruise). I disposed of each one in my cabin trash can. Will I be allowed to bring these straws aboard next month even though they are plastic? Or will they be confiscated? Sorry if this has already been addressed, but I did not read the entire thread. You can bring them onboard. They are not banned yet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Oldpeopleinlove Posted August 14, 2018 #107 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Where did you purchase the biodegradable straws? Amazon. They're green both literally and metaphorically. 200 for about $10. We have Prime (for now) so no extra charges. We'll take maybe 30 on our cruise and use the rest at home, where they will go into the compost bins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruisinCrow Posted August 14, 2018 #108 Share Posted August 14, 2018 When I was on the Gem in June, they still put stirrers in drinks sometimes and would always give you one if you asked. They are the little bamboo ones with a knot in the top. Not plastic stirrers. You could also pick up one of the wooden coffee stirrers from the drink stations. That's what I did when I needed a stirrer. I really didn't miss the straws at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruisinCrow Posted August 14, 2018 #109 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Hmmm. We're bringing our own biodegrade straws, and the first person who gives me a nasty look for using one will no doubt be deeply offended by my reaction. More likely someone will try to buy one from you. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Oldpeopleinlove Posted August 14, 2018 #110 Share Posted August 14, 2018 More likely someone will try to buy one from you. :) We're generally happy to share. Your suggestion means we will take extras for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruisinCrow Posted August 14, 2018 #111 Share Posted August 14, 2018 We're generally happy to share. Your suggestion means we will take extras for sharing. It was more of a joke than a suggestion. :) I just think it's funny how people seem so panicked about not having straws. It's amazing how fast you get used to not having one. Probably about half of the restaurants we go to at home now don't give them out anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judie Posted August 14, 2018 #112 Share Posted August 14, 2018 Does anyone else remember years ago when Johnny Carson joked there was a shortage of toilet paper? Within a couple days the stores were sold out! It was just a joke, but people panicked. Get a grip, people. You will be able to find straws. Biodegradable is good, but you’ll be able to find some kind of straw somewhere. Bring your own. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oncruisecontrol Posted August 14, 2018 #113 Share Posted August 14, 2018 No, they're not. Here's the description: Clear Plastic Biodegradable Straws 200 Bulk Pack. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint With a Compostable, Plant-Based, Eco-Friendly Drinking Straw! Individually Wrapped, Proudly USA Grown and No Petroleum! Thanks for this detailed info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oncruisecontrol Posted August 14, 2018 #114 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I got mine at Walmart. 50 straws for $5.57. No tax or delivery charges. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy699 Posted August 14, 2018 #115 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I've used stainless straws at home for almost six years...reusable straws are great! Looking forward to no longer being the only weirdo bringing my own straws.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gampy1967 Posted August 14, 2018 #116 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I am going to bring a bunch of disposable plastic straws. I am going to give the first one away to get them hooked. Then I am going to charge $5 per straw once they are addicted to that plastic straw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoppie124 Posted August 14, 2018 #117 Share Posted August 14, 2018 I am going to bring a bunch of disposable plastic straws. I am going to give the first one away to get them hooked. Then I am going to charge $5 per straw once they are addicted to that plastic straw. You stole my idea [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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