jmhein

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece Thanks! That will make the FI happy, one less budget convo. Oh yes, also, Chandlyn took the flowers from our gazebo decorations and placed them on the head table. It looked really nice and was decoration enough IMHO!

Quote: Originally Posted by ochoriobride I will arrive saturday and our wedding is tuesday. They said it was ok.... I did this too and it was fine... I think they count the Saturday and the Monday, or else the Monday and the Tuesday.

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece From the looks of the pics of Mammee Bay, it doesn't seem like there is room for centerpieces on the tables. Would the married ladies suggest I just skip centerpieces? I would suggest skipping them... the tables are fairly narrow and with people on both sides enjoying their meals, with wine on the table and everything else, there's not really enough room. Save the $! Less stuff on the table makes it easier for your guests to chat and mingle!

My bridesmaids wore a chiffon-y type and they were very comfortable, but I second the opinion that you should go with whatever you LIKE! It's your day, and anything goes! We are also having a reception at home but I'm just going to wear the same dress! I love it, I'm just getting it drycleaned.. you could always go that route, but if you want two dresses, go for it!

I forgot about this thread until someone asked me where I got my hair inspiration from! I've posted my pics in the Jamaica section, but everything went wonderfully! Everyone loved the mugs and the OOT bags, we had a fabulous time! I so wish I could do it all over again because it just went SO quickly!

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece anyone know how long the Dunn's River excursion lasts? We did the one offered on the beach by Scuba Caribe, it was the snorkelling catamaran/cruise to Dunn's River/drink rum punch! We left at 2 PM and were back by 5:00 ish... it was good!

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr What about if you don't want to use his photography service, but you DO want to use the videography? How would i handle that? That might actually make him happier, since the PhotoShop still gets paid for the videography. I would just go speak to him.

I agree, dont underestimate the power of Jamaican humidity! LOL! I have never enjoyed such wrinkle-free clothing in all my life! On another note though, make sure you bring lots of hair clips for days other than your wedding day! My hair is stick straight but in the humidity it was trying to find some sort of wave or something, I dont know what it was doing, but I had little flyaway frizzy hairs all over my head. It was up in a clip all week!

Quote: Originally Posted by J&M Hi From what I understand you do get a free bouqet and a boutiniere but only the standard flowers ( tropical mix...white daises...or carnations ) any other flowers you have to upgrade. I emailed the Tai Floral 2 weeks ago for price quotes on rose bouquets etc. still no reply....man they are slow Yes, that's correct. In my siggy pic, we have the tropical mix bouquet and bouttoniere (free!)

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr Thanks JM.......what about table number holders? Do you remember if the resort had those or should i bring my own? Thanks! Those you probably need to bring your own, I didnt see any. How many guests are you having?

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr Does anyone know if the resort provides the proper cake cutter set for the wedding cake, or should i just bring my own? The resort brought out a cake cutter set when they brought out the cake for our dinner!

Alesha - I was assuming you are getting married at Riu Ocho Rios, but I'm not sure? Mammee Bay semi-private dinner is free for up to 50 people.

You could just do the semi-private dinner at Mammee Bay, there is no extra cost for that. And then you all could just head to one of the bars for all-inclusive drinks, or take in some of the free entertainment!

I have NO idea where your FMIL is getting her info from, but the transfers are usually provided by your tour operator or the package you booked. If transfers arent included in your package you'll have to arrange for your own... hope that helps!

Ktownbride - you were a gorgeous bride, congratulations! I love the picture of your son playing in the sand! I didnt even know the Seagrape reception was an option, it does look pretty fabulous. Did all of your guests just dance on the beach? Would love to see more pics of the reception!

Quote: Originally Posted by bex1975 Hi! Congrats! I was actually at the RIU during your wedding and I have to admit....the reception on the beach was BEAUTIFUL!!!! I had planned on my wedding being on a sat (jan 26, 200 so that was not an option. I only have great things to say about the RIU!! Congrats again!!! Bex1975 - have you done a review? Would love to see it and pics!

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece Was it extra to get your hair done in your room instead of in the salon? I always have to sit under the dryer FOREVER when I get my hair done so i'm wondering how they would do it in my room. Also, I noticed in one pic that your BM had a baby with her in the disco. Was that during your private time at the Disco? I have a BM who is bringing her 1 1/2 year old and we have been trying to figure out what we would do with her during the reception b/c no one wants to miss all the fun! Thanks for the great reveiw and all the pics, everything looks perfect! I'm so jealous about the room upgrade! The resort is completely booked during our wedding stay so I'm not counting on an upgrade I dont think there was an extra charge to have the hair done in my room! I had requested it in advance with the Renova Spa by email and I paid 50% deposit online. If you need a big hair dryer I am not sure how that would happen in the room either... we all started with our hair dry! Yes, my MOH brought her 8 week old baby along!! And the baby LOVED Jamaica! He was so happy with the sunshine! And another friend brought her 1 1/2 year old along as well. Both were in the disco during our private booking time, I had asked Chandlyn in advance if kids were allowed in their during the private booking and she said "No problem!" The 1 1/2 year old had a blast dancing with everyone, so I would definitely recommend that as an option for you!

Here are a few more pics I took: Plantation Restaurant from a distance (That's Sandals Dunn's River in the background) The kids Club: Plantation restaurant:

Quote: Originally Posted by geology_rocks Good to hear. I was worried we'd have to bring our own and honestly, we've got enough crap to cart to Jamaica that I think I'd prefer to drink out of plastic cups than to haul some fragile crystal thousands of kms! Was there anything you wish you would have brought or that you brought but found out the resort provided? I cant really think of anything actually! The one thing I guess I would have liked to have done was bring some sort of seating arrangement or place cards for the wedding dinner, as there was just a bit of confusion as to where the parents should sit. But other than that, I think I brought everything "personal" for the wedding and the resort provided everything else.

Quote: Originally Posted by chicago88 Thank you all so much!! It really was such a happy day!! When I have the other "hundreds" of professional pics up I'll let you all know!! Can't wait to see the rest of them!!

Hi drhubby, we can't wait to see your pics!!! Sorry to go a bit off-topic, but what did you think of Sandals Negril? Worth the extra cost over the Riu? We went to Sandals Whitehouse for our honeymoon, and it was really nice, but I am not sure it was really worth the extra money...

Quote: Originally Posted by chicago88 Yes we ordered 2 corsages but I forgot to get an itemized list of everything... JMhein - Do you remember? We elected to skip the corsages for the groomsmen. The groom gets one included in the free package. They ended up sending an extra one up with our flowers, so my dad got that one! So, sorry, I cant help with the cost! Ours were free!

Quote: Originally Posted by bobbi-francis your pics are awesome!! I love Shannon's funny tee shirt ..where did you get that? i gotta get one for honey!! lol Everyone thought the shirt was so funny! I ordered it from CafePress.com: Shop, create or sell what's on your mind with custom T-Shirts, unique gifts and more., do a search for Jamaica groom or Jamaica bride

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr also i wanted to ask some previous brides, how did you pass out your ceremony programs? Was someone there to pass them out to your guests, or did you just leave them on the chairs? I didnt have programs, but I did have fans and bubbles to be placed on the chairs before the ceremony. I gave them to Chandlyn at our meeting and it was no problem, she placed them on the chairs for us, so she could certainly do that with your programs. Maybe only 2 or 3 people used the bubbles, LOL! People liked the fans though!

Quote: Originally Posted by geology_rocks Crazy question for you... Did the hotel provide toasting glasses and the cake serving set? Yup! All the champagne glasses and cake serving set were provided, I wouldnt have even thought to bring those items, so thank goodness!