johneeo Posted June 11, 2013 #126 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Again not so. This thread is about being nude on your balcony, not about hanging a fifty-two year old picture of yourself on your balcony. Time remains relevant. Wrong again. The point was made that the thread was resurrected from years ago. My comment referred to the "discussion about nudity" whether started in 2010 or today, is irrelevent. The discussion itself has no relevence whatsoever to when it began. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navybankerteacher Posted June 11, 2013 #127 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Wrong again. The point was made that the thread was resurrected from years ago. My comment referred to the "discussion about nudity" whether started in 2010 or today, is irrelevent. The discussion itself has no relevence whatsoever to when it began. You really should pay attention to the discussion before calling people wrong. My comment was in response to your comparing a 70 year old to a picture of him/her at 18. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johneeo Posted June 11, 2013 #128 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Not really so. Someone who has over 70 years on the planet is very different when nude from someone who has 18 years. Time, in this context, is certainly relevant. I only call people wrong when they are, and this is one of those times. I lightheartedly made the comment regarding this thread, which was resurrected from the dead that “When it comes to nudity, time is irrelevant” after someone mentioned that it was a very old thread. Then you took it upon yourself to get confrontational with me with the following response: “Not really so. Someone who has over 70 years on the planet is very different when nude from someone who has 18 years. Time, in this context, is certainly relevant.” Well let’s get something clear. Anyone that desires can make up any “context” they want in a discussion, however, your context had nothing to do whatsoever with my original response. You did so solely to be confrontational and argumentative. In the future, I will refrain from making any responses to you on these boards, and I would appreciate it if you would do the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LA_CA_GAL Posted June 11, 2013 #129 Share Posted June 11, 2013 I only call people wrong when they are, and this is one of those times.I lightheartedly made the comment regarding this thread, which was resurrected from the dead that “When it comes to nudity, time is irrelevant” after someone mentioned that it was a very old thread. Then you took it upon yourself to get confrontational with me with the following response: “Not really so. Someone who has over 70 years on the planet is very different when nude from someone who has 18 years. Time, in this context, is certainly relevant.” Well let’s get something clear. Anyone that desires can make up any “context” they want in a discussion, however, your context had nothing to do whatsoever with my original response. You did so solely to be confrontational and argumentative. In the future, I will refrain from making any responses to you on these boards, and I would appreciate it if you would do the same. Bravo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockeyBullwinkle Posted June 11, 2013 #130 Share Posted June 11, 2013 so what if anyone is 18 or 78.. it's their balcony and if they want to catch a nice breeze what business is it of anyone else? if you can see them by peeking around or handing over your balcony just mind your own business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johneeo Posted June 12, 2013 #131 Share Posted June 12, 2013 so what if anyone is 18 or 78.. it's their balcony and if they want to catch a nice breeze what business is it of anyone else? if you can see them by peeking around or handing over your balcony just mind your own business. Wouldn't that be nice? I agree 100%. I wish others felt the same way.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted June 25, 2013 #132 Share Posted June 25, 2013 When two people fell overboard on an Australian cruise a few weeks ago there were security photos showing them on their balcony. There are cameras everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted June 25, 2013 #133 Share Posted June 25, 2013 I guess that is my real question. I can just assume that if I am getting changed or whatever with my curtains open, then I am fair game even for such cameras? So the balcony really isn't private, and it sounds like my room may not be either. From neighbors, to crews working on the ship to in-port cameras there may be no secrets.... The security cameras cannot see into the cabins unless the sun is in the exact right angle, but most balconies are covered by cameras, as there have been several instances of people jumping overboard from them (and even claiming to have fallen from them), and the lines use the surveillance cameras to get the facts right. We have also used them to interrupt "inappropriate" behavior between consenting adults late at night in places like the kiddie pool, etc. Sometimes the window washing apparatus for the pool deck windows will allow crew to look into balconies below. There are cameras in the passageways, but not in the cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamelin Posted June 26, 2013 #134 Share Posted June 26, 2013 (edited) Some balconies are shielded more than others....you would be the one that needs to make the decision though. If other people can see you, I would tend to say it would not be appropriate...Some balconies aren't even big enough, or get enough sun for sun bathing.... I remember a few years ago in Dominica a couple guests were taken off the Star Princess and arrested for public nudity. To make matters worse the two guests were gay (which I believe is illegal or treated very badly in that country). So be very careful ... In all honesty use your head. If nobody is going to see or know then who cares. If there is a chance of anyone seeing you well then obviously that won't be ok. edit: doh. 4 year old thread Edited June 26, 2013 by bamelin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swodog94 Posted August 1, 2013 #135 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Just got back from sailing on Pride and we definitely used our balcony for nude sunbathing. And joined the Balcony Club! I love cruises! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SapphireHoneymoon Posted August 1, 2013 #136 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Woooooo! Balcony club! What kinda cabin did you have? I'm assuming it was completely covered? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swodog94 Posted August 1, 2013 #137 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Woooooo! Balcony club! What kinda cabin did you have? I'm assuming it was completely covered? Ocean Suite. Nice big balcony with 3 chairs, two tables and a lounger! Deck six, port side, so yes, completely covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmasters Posted December 11, 2013 #138 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Nude sunbathing on your balcony can be extremely dangerous:eek: Inearly fell overboard twice while leaning out to peek at women below our cabin:D oh was that you.... you and my husband have a lot in common Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedl Posted December 11, 2013 #139 Share Posted December 11, 2013 I have always wondered about parent who worry that their children will see a naked person, but have no issue with their children seeing constant violence on TV. My kids when they were little saw both my wife and I changing our clothes (by accident) in our bedroom and they thought nothing of it. It did not scar them or affect them in any way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MermaidWatcher Posted December 11, 2013 #140 Share Posted December 11, 2013 On the Carnival Legend we had a HUGE wraparound balcony aft on the 8th level so we didn't have much cover over our balcony being lido was the next deck. Hubby totally sunbathed naked and I laughed hysterically waiting with camera for some poor soul to peek around or something. It unfortunately never happened.[/QUOTE] More accurately stated.... " I never saw it happen" .:D My highlight of the sentence in the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcwingwalker Posted December 11, 2013 #141 Share Posted December 11, 2013 This thread was started in February, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MermaidWatcher Posted December 11, 2013 #142 Share Posted December 11, 2013 This thread was started in February, 2009 Yes, but nudity is still just as much a fun topic. :D:D . Sure beats hearing more complaints about the lettuce not being cut to the size someone likes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leebo_and_kimmi Posted December 16, 2013 #143 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Yes, but nudity is still just as much a fun topic. :D:D . Sure beats hearing more complaints about the lettuce not being cut to the size someone likes. You know I'm going to stop by this thread, and judging by the view count, I'm not the only one:D Now, where do we collect our award for the "balcony club" when the cruise is over :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MermaidWatcher Posted December 16, 2013 #144 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Now, where do we collect our award for the "balcony club" when the cruise is over :confused: Good point. Now that would make an interesting addition to the lineup of games they play. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joie1016 Posted December 16, 2013 #145 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Just curious what the general feeling is about nude sunbathing, or just being naked on your own balcony while at sea... is that illegal or indecent? Is it just your balcony and you should be able to do what you want as long as it isn't disruptive to the neighbors? And no, this doesn't apply to being in port... I just wonder if people can see into your balcony... Thanks Leaving on Freedom Sunday wahoooooooo! Most balconies you are able to see into when looking down. Also when the balcony panels are joined, there are big spaces to see thru. There are also cameras along side of ship. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leebo_and_kimmi Posted December 16, 2013 #146 Share Posted December 16, 2013 SO this means we should look for our photos in the gift shop when the cruise is over :eek::D Haha, you know I'm kidding on this whole thread! .....or not ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcwingwalker Posted December 16, 2013 #147 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Post started in February 2009 and my answer is still no.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted December 16, 2013 #148 Share Posted December 16, 2013 You know I'm going to stop by this thread, and judging by the view count, I'm not the only one:D Now, where do we collect our award for the "balcony club" when the cruise is over :confused: Unless you're willing to provide proof, via photographs (or video):eek:, you'll have to make your own award, and everyone will have to take your word for it.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted December 16, 2013 #149 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Most balconies you are able to see into when looking down. Also when the balcony panels are joined, there are big spaces to see thru. There are also cameras along side of ship. :) Although there are cameras on the sides of the ship, they do not look directly into the balconies. That would be an invasion of privacy. So feel free to sit on the balcony in your birthday suit (necktie optional).:rolleyes::D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted December 16, 2013 #150 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Although there are cameras on the sides of the ship, they do not look directly into the balconies. That would be an invasion of privacy. So feel free to sit on the balcony in your birthday suit (necktie optional).:rolleyes::D I think they do actually. When a young couple disappeared off a cruise ship in Australia earlier this year they filmed the couple on the balcony, saw her go overboard and then the boyfriend followed. I'm thinking that the balcony is regarded as public space in terms of safety. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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