EdenH Real Arena Brides Post Here!

[jessyg20]

HI girls! So much going on in this thread, and I missed it all.

I've been so busy packing and doing all last minute things.
I have to say, Elizabeth (the Edenh's onsite coordinator) is really great to work with. Make sure you guys send her pics of what you want. I've been sendig pics of how I want my cake to look like. I have no choice but to take my own decor, but she spoke to the chef/baker and he agreed on making my 3 tier Dominican cake with a firmer frosting. Exciting because I don't want my cake topper to sink into the cake! Hope you guys get a chuckle out of my cake topper!






and some of my packing...what a mess!...so far 11 bags (being distributed between my family, my fi's family, and the wedding party)

[gofeden]

Oh man! This is what I am going to have to do too!

[jessyg20]

Hey girsl, I posted my planning thread. It's mostly all my pics of everything I'm taking with me for the wedding! Tons of pics! check it out...
Jessyg20's VERY LONG & DETAILED Planning Thread

[JennTheBride]

Wow.. Jessy, it looks like you have everything undercontrol and it's going to be amazing!!!!! Good luck on Oct 25th :) Can't wait to see your pictures when you get back.

[twinkletoes]

Yaaay Jessy, your big day is almost here! I have been MIA too I think your cake topper is cute :) I cant wait to see pics and here all about your trip! Off to check out your planning thread

[jennierin]

Hi everyone!

I have read most of the posts on this thread and you all have helped with making my decision a little bit easier. Unfortunately I do not have enough points as of yet to get some of the attachments or to PM anyone with questions.

I originally wanted to have my wedding at the Paradisus Punta Cana but am appalled by how much my guests would have to pay to stay there! My TA gave me her choices; Dreams Punta Cana and Ocean Blue/Sand. I did a little research and found EdenH and have fallen in love with the pictures!

I can't seem to find a way to get in touch with the WC at EdenH. I tried a couple of the email addresses on this forum but it's been about a week and I want to check out their packages and prices for Nov 2009 before going ahead with a group booking. It's kind of frustrating because all of the other resorts I have emailed have gotten back to me within a few days and I am worried that this is what I will experience if I decide on EdenH.

My order of preference for resorts is:

EdenH
Dreams Punta Cana
RIU Palace
Ocean Sand/Blue

Any help would be great girls! I am getting desperate!

[Becksy]

Hello Jennierin,

Welcome to BDW.

Elizabeth is the Wedding Coordinator at EdenH and her email address is mtngs.edenhrealarena@nh-hotels.com. So far she has been fantastic at getting back to us, but we've only emailed her a couple of times and we are getting married in just over three months (were taking a very relaxed approach to our wedding).

The wedding packages have changed since they were first posted to this site. I could send you what I have, but know they could change for 2009.

Feel free to ask any questions you may have to this thread... Some girls here have already been married at EdenH and some (like myself) are getting married shortly and can probably answer many of your questions.

Good luck with your planning!

[rubyringo]

Hey Jessy,
I'm just wondering if you plan on getting your hair and makeup done at the spa.
that's something i'm really stressing about for some reason so it would be nice to have someone's review on their services.

Thanks :)

[jessyg20]

Hi girls! Ive been so busy, you can imagine?! I leave on the 20th and in the middle of the craziness, I got my dress finally fitted, it should be ready Friday, I just had my "Girls night out party" on Friday (pictures to come), and Saturday will be my Bridal shower, oh and I leave Next Tuesday!!!! lol

Anway,
For those girls who are neverous about the Edenh, don't be. Elizabeth is great. She'll work to make whatever you want happen. And if she can't she'll tell you! (i.e wedding cake decor) Which I bought shells soap molds (yes, soap) from Michaels, melted Teal and Brown choclate and they Shells came out great. Only thing is, I have to carry it on! Who cares, they are going to look great on my white 3-tier cake!

Ruby-I tried out the spa (couples massage was great) when I went to the Edenh weeks ago, and I spoke to the salon people. They are all really nice. I told them what I wanted, showed them pics, and they are going to make it happen (I hope).
Now my makeup, well I just spent almost $300 in MAC and did my trial run for colors, and loved the products. I'm not a daily make-up wearer so at first I was in shock, but when it all came together, I loved it (enought to spend $300)!!
Anyway, I'm taking them the stuff I'm going to wear and they will apply it ( I hope) the way I want them to.

I'm very hopefull and excited as you can see, I can't expect perfection, but I can pray for a beautiful wedding day!
Let me know if you guys have anymore questions.

[rubyringo]

Awesome Jessy, I can't wait to see how everything turns out. I'm also gonna head down to Mac and see what they can do with my mug.

Good luck with everything......I know you'll have a wonderful wedding and I can't wait to see your photos :)

Cheers!