It's True, Starbucks Has Banned Cameras

Yesterday, I asked Kimber if it was true that Starbucks didn't allow cameras. She said that she had never heard of that and that it was ridiculous. Rob concurred, Jamie concurred then there was Erin. Erin brought us all back to reality and informed us that indeed Starbucks does not allow photos to be taken in the store.

This is somehow related to their media policy. Like many companies, Starbucks does not allow their partners (that is what Starbucks calls their associates) to speak with the media and does not allow media to take pictures within their store. It was not clear what really defined media (press pass?) but they all agreed that I might as well be the media due to the blog. Still, my Blackberry Pearl and it's camera are welcome at my neighborhood Starbucks. (How Lucky Am I?)

This also reminds me that the Phoenix (EDC Starbucks) Starbucks actually allowed Dora to come in and take pictures during their remodel. That has to be a major violation but Dora is just so darn great who could possibly say no?

P.S. I am really struggling with the fact that one of my favorite places has banned cameras. Thank goodness I have a pass at my local Starbucks or there really might be a problem.

P.S. Again: For Queen B- They must display the Venti-Grande-Tall sign if there is a room at the counter. I have more to this but I can't post it in on the blog.