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So what EXACTLY makes for a GREAT CABANA BOY?

Started by WreckWench , Jun 22 2008 03:14 PM

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#1 WreckWench

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Posted 22 June 2008 - 03:14 PM

So what exactly makes someone a GREAT "Cabana Boy"? After spending a week with a truly wonderful cabana boy my list has been refined! However I think it would be of more value to compile a composite list from our members since we seem to have so many trips on SingleDivers.com where the women out number the men...hence designating the men on the trip as "Cabana Boys"!

So what makes a 'great cabana boy'???

First off I men who set a good example and get others to follow them! And secondly I love 'cabana boys'!

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I have to say, speaking of cabana boys, the wench and I are somewhat spoiled now after our, er, experiences with one in belize last week...thanks to scubaski!

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#2 WreckWench

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Posted 22 June 2008 - 08:25 PM

Come on gals....the guys are hanging on our every word! :cool2:

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#3 ScubaStacy

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Posted 22 June 2008 - 09:07 PM

Well WW you had to know I would reply to this topic! :-)

Hmmmm a great Cabana Boy... OK, just a few off the top of my head:

Desire, enthusiasm and ability to always keep a fresh cold drink in my hand - without having to ask.

Willingness to apply sunscreen to those hard to reach areas at all times during sun-up hours.

Willingness to apply anti-mosquito spray to those hard to reach areas at all times during sun-down hours.

Available to hold a purse, bag etc. while I dig/search for some misplaced item in another purse, bag etc. because I’m carrying too much ‘stuff’.

Oh very important - constant vigilance against potential photographic evidence if I’ve had a few too many drinks and begin to believe I really can do that complicated dance move! :cool2:

The list goes on but I'll let the other ladies chime in...

Stacy

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#4 ScubaStacy

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 11:13 AM

Ladies? Please don't disappoint me...... :birthday:

I just want to be underwater!

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#5 Scubatooth

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 11:38 AM

yes some of usguys are wanting to here the list but then again the WW can vouch for my CB level and ability :birthday:

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#6 shawnabbott

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 12:24 PM

attentiveness, good attitude, anticipation of needs, are all good attributes in a cabana boy...but perhaps a speedo to dress them in??? Guess it depends on the individual... :birthday:

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#7 bowjunkie

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 01:17 PM

attentiveness, good attitude, anticipation of needs, are all good attributes in a cabana boy...but perhaps a speedo to dress them in??? Guess it depends on the individual...

well the speedo thing lets me off :tears:

wrangler doesn't make a speedo :tears:

besides somethings needs left to the imagination :birthday:

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#8 Scubatooth

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 01:21 PM

Im sorry even if i looked good in butt floss i still would never wear one, as i prefer a set of board shorts and a reef shirt.

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#9 WreckWench

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 02:08 PM

yes some of usguys are wanting to here the list but then again the WW can vouch for my CB level and ability

You know...the guys can and should chime in as well!

Sometimes they know what we need better than we do!

In fact until last week...I was quite happy with a cabana boy just being there....NOW I have a few more desires for one after scubaski spoiled us! :tears:

So come on guys...you can chime in as well...

WHAT MAKES A GREAT CABANA BOY/MAN????

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#10 ScubaStacy

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 03:17 PM

attentiveness, good attitude, anticipation of needs, are all good attributes in a cabana boy...but perhaps a speedo to dress them in??? Guess it depends on the individual...

Oh girl.....

I am going to have to disagree with you on that one... Speedo's just don't do it for me... they kind of 'un' do it for me!

Or better yet - you can have for your personal service any Cabana Boys wearing speedos.

I'll take mine in board shorts (Billabong is my personal fav)

or any regular not 'too-short' shorts.

Shirtless is always nice too if we're getting specific, although not a requirement - just an added perk!

Stacy

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#11 Sotocanoguy

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 04:04 PM

Where is the Cabana Girl list?

:tears:

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#12 WreckWench

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 04:07 PM

Where is the Cabana Girl list?

Nope...not in a male dominated sport...

of course it never hurts to dream! :tears:

Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
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710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
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Posted 23 June 2008 - 04:29 PM

I agree with ScubaStacy on the speedos... let's go for board shorts. My cabana boy would have to be able to carry all of my stuff and provide me with around the clock drink service.

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#14 Sotocanoguy

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 04:43 PM

Where is the Cabana Girl list?

Nope...not in a male dominated sport...

of course it never hurts to dream!

Damn. I guess I have to bring my own then

Brent
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#15 Scubatooth

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Posted 23 June 2008 - 05:12 PM

attentiveness, good attitude, anticipation of needs, are all good attributes in a cabana boy...but perhaps a speedo to dress them in??? Guess it depends on the individual...

Oh girl..... I am going to have to disagree with you on that one... Speedo's just don't do it for me... they kind of 'un' do it for me! Or better yet - you can have for your personal service any Cabana Boys wearing speedos.

I'll take mine in board shorts (Billabong is my personal fav) or any regular not 'too-short' shorts.

Shirtless is always nice too if we're getting specific, although not a requirement - just an added perk!

Stacy

ah a woman after my own heart (onthe billabong shorts atleast)

sorry on the shirtless part as I have a some scars on my stomach i dont feel like showing off, so the reef shirt is gonna have to suffice.

Also what about a slick set of oakley sunglasses?

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