So Where are the "Tropical Places" in NH?

JasonG · 02-02-2016, 05:13 PM

Yes, I know... a bit of a crazy question!

I own a tropical product line that I sell online. T-Shirts, accessories, etc. No links or names as it will violate the forum rules.

BUT, I live in NH as I just moved back to my home state from FL. With my new product lineup, I need to take photos of products, models, etc. The problem of course is the temp is 35 degrees, snowy, and there isn't a tropical beach around.

Shy of heading down to Bahama Breeze in Nashua and talking to them, I am not aware of any tropically decorated place to visit for a photo shoot. The Town Docks have that Caribbean vibe... but again.. snow!

Does anyone have any insight of a tropical place, likely indoors, that even Jimmy Buffett would want to visit when in NH?

Thanks!

Lakeboater · 02-02-2016, 05:36 PM

Bahama Breeze is actually in Tyngsboro Ma.....I think it has something to do with meals tax being less in MA.....imagine MA tax being lower than NH!
Maybe after the rain tomorrow you could use weirs beach

MAXUM · 02-02-2016, 05:55 PM

Ah common, take a few tax deductible trips to someplace tropical for your photo shoots. At least you can justify that as a legit business expense...

Plus.... ding ding ding..... you've got a forum here full of models ready for an all expense paid trip to some place warmer during those cold dark days of winter!

8gv · 02-03-2016, 12:36 AM

If the subjects of the photo shoot are suficiently attractive and minimally clad, a non-tropical background would likely go unoticed.

dave603 · 02-03-2016, 07:44 AM

The Bahama Breeze in Tyngboro is a restaurant. And doubtful it's what you want. The "old" Bahama Breeze that was in Nashua, the building caved in and it's gone, has been for years, they never pulled down the sign.

The closest thing might be Kahuna Laguna up near Conway. But it's pretty much just indoor pools, if you just use close-ups it might work for you.

BroadHopper · 02-03-2016, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Lakeboater

Bahama Breeze is actually in Tyngsboro Ma.....I think it has something to do with meals tax being less in MA.....imagine MA tax being lower than NH!
Maybe after the rain tomorrow you could use weirs beach

You will notice many of the restaurants on old Route 3 are in Tyngsboro. Not just the room and meals tax is cheaper, Mass regulations and enforcements are a bit less.

Kamper · 02-03-2016, 09:56 AM

Ask the local studios if they have any stock shots/footage you can buy. They can also help with models and "photo-shop" services.

Good luck!

Airedale1 · 02-03-2016, 01:09 PM

Although it is not open now; it will be open for the season on Valentines Day.

Check out the Butterfly Place:

https://butterflyplace-ma.com/

It's in Westford, MA (the town borders Nashua, NH). It is a large indoor garden with many tropical plants and butterflies. Also, it is always 80 degrees in there.

Reilly · 02-04-2016, 05:38 AM

Naswa Beach Bar

Pricestavern · 02-04-2016, 12:05 PM

I say go with the ice and snow background. Tagline: Keepin' you warm year 'round.

fatlazyless · 02-05-2016, 11:40 AM

For a warm and tropical atmosphere, how's about that www.theparadisebc.com just across from the lake, in Weirs Beach. It is definitely open 52-weeks/year which is pretty danged good for a business in Weirs Beach ...... and very tropical!

ooopsie-doopsie....left the 'e' out of the headline ....my bad?

Hmmmm......am I all wet with saying it's open 52-weeks/year....could be a boo-boo on my part?

Lakeboater · 02-05-2016, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by fatlazyless

For a warm and tropical atmosphere, how's about that www.theparadisebc.com just across from the lake, in Weirs Beach. It is definitely open 52-weeks/year which is pretty danged good for a business in Weirs Beach ...... and very tropical!

ooopsie-doopsie....left the 'e' out of the headline ....my bad?

Hmmmm......am I all wet with saying it's open 52-weeks/year....could be a boo-boo on my part?

I think the Paradise is currently for sale.

Gavia immer · 02-06-2016, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 8gv

If the subjects of the photo shoot are suficiently attractive and minimally clad, a non-tropical background would likely go unoticed.

Any lakes region beach can be "tropified" with a few fake palm trees.

Music Man · 02-09-2016, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonG

Does anyone have any insight of a tropical place, likely indoors, that even Jimmy Buffett would want to visit when in NH?

Thanks!

Just an idea: you may not need palm trees for "tropical" clothing. I mean, just last week it was a balmy 35 out, and I saw a couple of folks walking around Wolfeboro in shorts and T-shirts (and with boots, gloves and a tuque).

02-02-2016, 05:13 PM	#1
JasonG Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 310 Thanks: 48 Thanked 45 Times in 33 Posts	So Where are the "Tropical Places" in NH? Yes, I know... a bit of a crazy question! I own a tropical product line that I sell online. T-Shirts, accessories, etc. No links or names as it will violate the forum rules. BUT, I live in NH as I just moved back to my home state from FL. With my new product lineup, I need to take photos of products, models, etc. The problem of course is the temp is 35 degrees, snowy, and there isn't a tropical beach around. Shy of heading down to Bahama Breeze in Nashua and talking to them, I am not aware of any tropically decorated place to visit for a photo shoot. The Town Docks have that Caribbean vibe... but again.. snow! Does anyone have any insight of a tropical place, likely indoors, that even Jimmy Buffett would want to visit when in NH? Thanks!

02-03-2016, 01:09 PM	#8
Airedale1 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Laconia Posts: 595 Thanks: 557 Thanked 1,569 Times in 274 Posts	Although it is not open now; it will be open for the season on Valentines Day. Check out the Butterfly Place: https://butterflyplace-ma.com/ It's in Westford, MA (the town borders Nashua, NH). It is a large indoor garden with many tropical plants and butterflies. Also, it is always 80 degrees in there. __________________ "The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit." Nelson Henderson (1865-1943)

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Reilly Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 190 Thanks: 695 Thanked 56 Times in 40 Posts	tropics Naswa Beach Bar

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Pricestavern Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Valencia, Spain (formerly Rattlesnake Isle) Posts: 388 Thanks: 125 Thanked 142 Times in 82 Posts	Winter Warmer I say go with the ice and snow background. Tagline: Keepin' you warm year 'round.

02-05-2016, 11:40 AM	#11
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,527 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 296 Thanked 957 Times in 698 Posts	....... The Paradis Beach Club! For a warm and tropical atmosphere, how's about that www.theparadisebc.com just across from the lake, in Weirs Beach. It is definitely open 52-weeks/year which is pretty danged good for a business in Weirs Beach ...... and very tropical! ooopsie-doopsie....left the 'e' out of the headline ....my bad? Hmmmm......am I all wet with saying it's open 52-weeks/year....could be a boo-boo on my part? __________________ ... down and out, liv'n that Walmart side of the lake!

02-02-2016, 05:36 PM	#2
Lakeboater Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 391 Thanks: 20 Thanked 130 Times in 93 Posts	Bahama Breeze is actually in Tyngsboro Ma.....I think it has something to do with meals tax being less in MA.....imagine MA tax being lower than NH! Maybe after the rain tomorrow you could use weirs beach

02-02-2016, 05:55 PM	#3
MAXUM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kuna ID Posts: 2,755 Thanks: 246 Thanked 1,942 Times in 802 Posts	Ah common, take a few tax deductible trips to someplace tropical for your photo shoots. At least you can justify that as a legit business expense... Plus.... ding ding ding..... you've got a forum here full of models ready for an all expense paid trip to some place warmer during those cold dark days of winter!

02-03-2016, 12:36 AM	#4
8gv Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 61 Thanked 701 Times in 455 Posts	If the subjects of the photo shoot are suficiently attractive and minimally clad, a non-tropical background would likely go unoticed.

02-03-2016, 07:44 AM	#5
dave603 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Nashua/Winnisquam Posts: 282 Thanks: 106 Thanked 96 Times in 49 Posts	The Bahama Breeze in Tyngboro is a restaurant. And doubtful it's what you want. The "old" Bahama Breeze that was in Nashua, the building caved in and it's gone, has been for years, they never pulled down the sign. The closest thing might be Kahuna Laguna up near Conway. But it's pretty much just indoor pools, if you just use close-ups it might work for you.

02-03-2016, 09:56 AM	#7
Kamper Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Thornton's Ferry Posts: 1,296 Thanks: 67 Thanked 166 Times in 126 Posts	Ask the local studios if they have any stock shots/footage you can buy. They can also help with models and "photo-shop" services. Good luck!

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