You are welcome. Getting information to people has a positiive effect all around.

Here's the other part of the thread that would not fit in the one above and it concerns some do's and don'ts at Fantasy Fest for both newbies and veteran Festers alike:

Now, for some important Do's and Dont's of Fantasy Fest: (and thanks to the person that provided the inspiration and many of the tips here on this list---- where ever you are)

Don't wear a mask you can't drink in.

Don't choose a costume you can't use the bathroom in.

Don't wear shoes you can't walk in.

Do dress sexier than you thought you might.

Do make sure you have a place to stay before you get too drunk.

Do realize that the shape and size of your br***s/p***s will not change with spray paint.

Don't wear your thong with your leg in the wrong hole.

Do trim your p***c hair within the limits of your costume ...please.

Do donate your leftover items to locals who want to enjoy Fantasy Fest as much as the rest but often just make room for us visitors.

Don't flash the cops.

Don't ask the cops to flash you.

Do understand that just because you are naked doesn't mean that others find you attractive.

Don't go out carrying valuable items that you are likely to lose if you get drunk such as a purse, wallet, expensive jewelry or your spouse.

Do wrap your money in plastic or a ziplock bag first-- if you have nothing to carry it in but your bikini bottoms or sweaty shorts.

Do consider getting a personal catheter for parade night as unoccupied bathrooms will be scarce (just joking about the catheter, not the lack of porta-pottys)

Don't verbally abuse anyone before stepping inside a porta-potty as the result could be disastrous and gross.

Don't step in front of moving parade floats to pick up candy or beads.

Do be aware that if you take Henrietta home with you may wake up with Henry.

Do take lots of pictures but use a disposable camera if you are prone to losing them. And asking 1st if it is OK to take a photo will usually mean yes and you will get a nicer, posed shot or two.

Do exercise a little tact and courtesy with the folks working in the bars through the festivities. They may be there working their personal days off for your enjoyment.

Don't tip in beads - they don't want or need beads--- tip with cash please.

Don't ask the female servers to show you their b***s--there are thousands of women on Duval Street dying to show you all that they've got.

Don't try to stick your tongue down the bartender's throat unless of course he wants you to (just joking, again)

Do carry some form of infomation or a business card of your motel/hotel/B&B address so someone can help get you home if you need help late at night

Don't be afraid to dress up. Have an outrageous time and tip big.

Do exercise good judgement and common sense at all times. The odds may be up to 75,000 to 1 if you try something not cool.