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I know most of you are having your wedding at an AI and don't need to worry about this. But for those who are not and are opting instead for a corkage fee, I have a few questions for you: How many guests are you having? What kind of liquor are you getting? How many bottles (of each kind) are you purchasing? We are thinking of having a signature drink during the cocktail hour. Most likely margaritas, since i have a great contact for tequila in Mexico. (my cousin has a good friend who makes it!) Any other ideas?

Wow! That' s really close to the real thing!

Thanks Amanda! Do you mind posting a picture here?

Hi Martha, Melissa (mgreen) is a Riu Vallarta bride. There are two hotels side by side, Riu Vallarta and Riu Jalisco (one is new). They are just outside of PV in Nuevo Vallarta. They are ocean front and you can def swim in the ocean. Here are some links to Riu Vallarta/Jalisco. http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t4057 http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t2709

Quote: Originally Posted by akh thanks! i just may have to make a trip to SAMS or Wal-Mart or something where i can get the water bottles and snacks to stuff in the OOT bags. maybe the price diff won't be that bad Ann, use this link Puerto Vallarta Supermarkets Mexico It gives you descriptions of what kind of markets they are. I think they said that Ley is the cheapest.

Quote: Originally Posted by akh is there anything close to Dreams - I can't quite tell where it is on this map! It seems as though the Fruit Forest (in the Romantic Zone) is the closest on the map.

You look amazing Mishi! Congrats!

Quote: Originally Posted by leigh miller amy that is so awesome. and let me tell you from experience, a great resource to have. i found myself in mexico for a wedding and i had the flu. all i could find was day-quil. i would have given my right arm for some thera-flu. ok well maybe not my right arm. that would make my job really hard. how about my left pinkie toe? thank goodness i always arrive 2 days early and had an entire day to stay in bed. regardless the wedding was wonderful and the pics were great! i doubt anyone could pick out which wedding i shot sick if they had to. but its so nice to know where to go to get meds if you need them! everyone make sure you take whatever cold or flu medicine with you that you are used to taking and you know works when you are sick! i cant stress that enough!!! Aww leigh, I'm sure that even if you were sick during the actual wedding, your pics would still come out perfect!

My brother has one! And it looks like Sam's Club is located in the Marina by our hotel! Yay!

No problem! I found the website for the Sams Club in Mexico! We are purchasing all the liquor so I'm trying to find prices. Here it is for anyone who can understand Spanish Desee lo que desee, descúbralo en SAM'S CLUB

Here's a link for more more detailed descriptions. Puerto Vallarta Supermarkets Mexico

I found this on Bloomingdales website. I thought it was a nice option for a wedding dress or for those who are thinking of changing for the reception. Niteline Rhinestone Halter Dress - Gowns - Bloomingdales.com Niteline Rhinestone Halter Dress V-neck rhinestone halter dress. $290

Have fun! I am soooo jealous! Make sure to go to the Wyndham Old San Juan, the hotel is beautiful and they have a casino there too!

Okay ladies, you made it difficult to narrow it down to your top nominees! (You guys are so indecisive! haha)

For those of us who can't quite shed those extra five pounds... Quote: How To Look Thinner in Photos Fri Apr 6, 2007 10:24PM EDT See Comments (91) I'd be lying if I said I've never been tempted to destroy a picture because my eyes were closed or because the camera definitely added those ten pounds. I came across a few articles that answer that nagging question most of us have contemplated: Why does the camera add ten pounds? Blame it on lighting. Slate says "The flat, even illumination on the red carpet makes it hard for the camera to capture dimension, unlike in a photo shoot with flattering soft lights. Cast from an angle, light creates shadows that sculpt the face and body by hiding unwanted flesh. Softer lights can hide wrinkles and smooth out the skin for women, while harsher lights on male faces exaggerate lines for a chiseled look. Without the aid of shadows, however, light exposes the imperfections of the face and body and makes the resulting image bigger and flatter." Thanks for the insightful explanation, Slate! Unlucky for us, we don't have the luxury of having our own lighting technician casting light in all the right angles. Thankfully, the beauty section over at About put a list together revealing five red carpet secrets to looking thinner in photos. Here's the gist of the list: Turn partially sideways, planting one foot in front of the other. Pull your head forward to eliminate double chin. Hold arms slightly away from the body. Take a deep breath as you pull your shoulders back, chest forward. Look away from the camera, then turn towards it, breaking into a smile before the camera clicks. Wear an entire outfit of just one color. Here's what I say: You're beautiful. Embrace every bit of yourself. Ten years from now, those "extra" pounds are not going to matter. What will matter is that a special moment with your friends and family was captured on film. But...if you're really that worried about looking slim in photos you could always try out one of those cameras that digitally enhances your figure, or this Photoshop tutorial. Any professional photographers out there willing to gives us a few more tips?

Here are some ideas that I like from the site.

Quote: Originally Posted by PaulaV Thanks for posting this Amy! I really like the calla lilly reception table setup with the square vases. I have not decided if my colours will be white and green or orange and white with a little green. There are some great examples or oranges in here too! I think orange, white and green would be great. Sometimes I feel like you need two main colors and an accent to break things up. Quote: Originally Posted by Nrvsbride Ooh I love this Amy! Thanks so much for posting. You always have great sources for the PV girls. What would they do w/o you? -Glenda Awww, thanks Glenda! A better question is0 What would we (the forum) do with out you? Quote: Originally Posted by mgreen Thanks Amy. You're good I've been trying to find a local florist in PV - but had no luck. Rocco sure does some beautiful work. I couldnt find prices though. But I imagine he's out of my budget realm as well. Great insporation. many thanks hun! I think its worth contacting them Melissa. You never know if you can afford them. I contacted them a while back and they said that the estimate is per wedding so they don't post their prices. To me, that just sounded like $$$. I'm not sure why. But then again, I have family in Mexico who are going to help me with flowers and I don't want to pay for a "designer"! I think I have some more info for other florist, I just haven't contacted them since I'm still not sure what I want (and the wedding is more than a year away). But I do have this contact on hand, Puerto Vallarta Wedding Floral Designer Vodax Flores. This wedding coordinator seems to use them Prisar Vallarta - Beach Weddings and Tropical Honeymoons in Puerto Vallarta - Weddings and Events Organizers, Planners and Consulants in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Quote: Originally Posted by Nrvsbride OMG Sarah! Okay this may be long so let me apologize now. First of all, of course you know I love all your DIY projects. Of course! You have done so much for this wedding, the engagement photos, the trash the dress photogs that you plan to do, the STD's, the follow ups, the invites, the fans, the thank you fans, the tissue holders, the b-pics, etc. I want you to know that not only are all the all the girls thankful for all your DIY help, but I also appreciate you as a bride for devoting all your energy to your wedding to make it wonderful for you and your FI, but also for your guest.s I know that your guests will love it, but even if they can't appreciate the extent of all the hardwork you put in, I want you to know that bride's like me appreciate all the love and energy you put in. It is so admirable. I really love all your ideas and I look forward to your wedding pics b/c I know they will be amazing. -Glenda ... dido!

Oh gosh, Tasha! Please stop posting those amazing shots from amazing photogs! I swear I am going to throw a tantrum if I can't figure out a way to get one!

Thanks sooo much!

Thank you so much! I really do like Anthurims! They are a flower/plant I've considered. Actually, this is what I was thinking for my BM's

Thanks Anny. I really do like them but they completely through off my "vision" haha! At first, I really wanted a rustic, iron candlelabra, which I was planning on getting made in Tonala (close to Guadalajara). But that would clash with the chairs so now I'm trying to find something that won't clash!

They are located in PV. A little too pricey, but they have great pictures for floral arrangements! I love this one ROCCO flower designer roccodesigner.com

Sarah! Thats a great idea!

Palm leaves would be a great idea! Thanks Edyta. I've also found a site in Mexico where you can order bamboo in bulk and thought I could incorporate that aswell. The issue is, I can't put together all the ideas- you know, I can't get "the big picture"