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Hello Ana & everyone in this thread, I am sorry you had a bad experience with Maye, I have taken the time to read the different opinions on this matter and I guess this comment will be very valuable coming from a vendor itself..... First of all, we as vendors try to give the best rates to all WC's, it is a simple business practice here in Cabo, in the US or anywhere in the world right? I always see this wedding community as a wedding circuit, everyone knows everyone and therefore it is very easy to know who is jacking-up prices. Speaking from a very personal situation, everytime any bride asks for my fees I always ask if the wedding is being coordinated by a WC, if that is the case then I always refer them back to the WC for pricing and all. If the bride is in fact with no WC, then we could negotiate rates. But please keep in mind that we vendors have pretty much a set rate. And this is only because we know that if we want to have a serious and honest income, then it becomes almost a normal practice. Don't get me wrong here, If it sounds too good to be true, then it won't be good. Maye has hired my services before and not once have I had a problem with her or any of her brides. In fact there are so many great reviews of her in this forum, that's why I am surprised. I also understand how hard planning a wedding from a distance can be, trusting your BIG DAY in the hands of one person... Boy that must be hard! But hiring a WC is just like hiring any service back home, you have to be very careful and do some homework before making a final call. Just as you stated, some make more money than others and some work more than others. My advice for this matter is that wherever you plan your destination wedding, you must get at least two or three different set of vendors so you can compare, check prices and then make your final call... I guess what I am trying to say is that you should always do some window shopping before. Have a lovely day everybody!

Welcome to the forum Evelyn, Cabo is one of the best places on earth for Destination Weddings so good choice there! Should you ever need an advice on your wedding ceremony, feel free to ask. Happy planning and have fun!!!!!!

Dear Kelly & Brett, Welcome to the forum and congratulations! I you were to choose the One&Only Palmilla, I wouldn't know where to start... The property is immaculate, the service is phenomenal and the weddings are: SPECTACULAR! Yes it could be pricey, but how many times do you get to a Destination Wedding? The reason I am telling you this is because I have done over 300 weddings there, so if you ever need further information on the hotel, wedding or service there, please feel free to ask. Which ever location you choose, you will find plenty of useful information here. Happy planning!!!!!

Welcome to the forum Amanda! You have landed in the best place for weddings!

Awesome review Steph & Ben! Too bad you had some issues, but it seems that it was mostly great things about your wedding. I am so pleased and honored to be a friend of Bradley & Garrit who I know they do a great job in every wedding Congratulations and May you be happy forever!

Hello Paul & Amanda, Welcome to the forum and happy planning, If you decide to do your wedding at the RIU Palace, I can be of great help Congratulations!

Welcome to the forum Mary! Congratulations on your wedding... Please let me now as soon as you get you date confirmed ... If your wedding is not with a Judge... Then we'll be in communication Happy planning!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by T.O.Heather Hi Everyone, I'm a Newbie! I'm getting married in Cabo San Lucas but I'm not sure exactly where yet. My top choices are the Imperial Suite at Fiesta Americana, Casa Del Mar, or Dreams. My guests will be staying at the Riu and we're aiming for the first week of November, 2009. Feel free to contact me with any tips about the above locations, I need all the help I can get! Hello Heather, First of all congratulations!!!! Welcome to the forum and if there is anything I can help you with your wedding in Cabo, feel free to ask. Happy planning!!!

Welcome to the forum Nicole, You will find Cabo to be the perfect spot for your wedding. This forum is great and has answers for pretty much every question... Happy planning!

Dear Brides and Grooms, From a vendor point of view, Juan Carlos is an asset for any wedding. I can honestly say that I have worked with "ALL" Cabo photographers and when I know is Juan Carlos Tapia the photographer, then I know it will be a flawless event. In my opinion, all photographers are great but down the road you can really tell who belongs in the Circle of Excellence. Juan Carlos does a great job and best of all... He is a people's person, very important to his line of business. I just officiated a wedding this past Saturday, June 7th, 2008 at the Hilton and Juan Carlos was there... All I can remember is seeing Juan Carlos running from place to place... I even asked him how many pounds does he loses per event Ladies and gentlemen, with Juan Carlos you get what you pay for and then some. Have a great day

Welcome to the forum Heidi! If your wedding is at 5:30pm at the Hilton on Saturday, July 26th, 2008... Then I think you and I need to get in touch. I am scheduled to be your wedding minister Have a great day.

Dear Alison, Thank you for your beautiful comments! I sure enjoyed being there at your wedding day. Your family and friends were great and you guys made my job so much easier. Once again, I really wish you amazing things in your life together. Congratulations!!!!!!!

Welcome Veronica!!!! I just want to let everyone know that Veronica is a very organized, fun and bottom-line great wedding planner. I have the privilege to work with Veronica for a long time now (almost three years) and we have had some of the most beautiful weddings here in Cabo! All newbies who are looking for a top-planner in Cabo San Lucas... Give Veronica a call, you'll be thankful that you did. Keep up the good work Veronica

Quote: Originally Posted by 2008bride Rev. Marco I was sadened to hear that you were not residing my marriage at the Santa Fe. I will have carlos nava. have you heard of him? Dear 2008Bride, Reverend Carlos Nava is a great Minister, I am sure you will have a beautiful ceremony:)

Bienvenido Paco! You'll find this forum to be a great tool for vendors. Good Luck

Quote: Originally Posted by charylwood I am getting married at the Riu Palace Los Cabos on May 24th....I think I am going to do my reception on the terrace of the Mexican restaurant. Because isn't there an extra fee for setting up somewhere else besides a restaurant? Also, what about your ceremony? I can’t decide! I had my heart set on the beach, but the gazebo is really nice! Suggestions? Regarding the ceremony.... At what time is your wedding? Both the beach and the gazebo are great but it depends what time of the day... Perhaps I am your wedding minister as I have two weddings on Saturday May 24th at the RIU Palace.

Hello Natasha! Welcome to the forum. You have chosen one of the most beautiful places on earth to be married. Have you decided the hotel or place of your wedding? Happy planning!!!

Welcome to the forum Johanna! Anything you need to know about Cabo, surroundings and vendors... you are in the right place. Happy planning!!!

Hello Suman! Welcome to the forum, this is the best place to get ideas and vendors for your wedding!!! Any ide where your wedding will be at?

And just to make things even easier, Wal-Mart also sells Veuve and Moet. Not sure on prices though, but you have a wide variety of choices now

Dear Tammy!!! Congratulations on your wedding pictures, it had to be Juan Carlos Tapia!!! There's the saying that "you get what you paid for" I'd like to congratulate Juan Carlos for such terrific pictures, he was able to capture the moments of your wedding and not just nice scenary images. All Cabo photographers have a very tough job because the surroundings are so beautiful and they can get carried away. But Juan Calos was able to capture the essence of your personalities. Well done for Juan Carlos and for your pictures! Congratulations:)

Quote: Originally Posted by [email protected] I'm getting marry in Cabo this November and I know a lot of folks who just can't make it mainly because of financial reasons. I was wondering if anyone is planning on setting up a live broadcast for folks back home to watch the ceremony online? I've done a google search and I found a link IdoStream live wedding webcast, broadcast and video streaming. Share your wedding live online for friends and family who cannot make it to the event. which I thought is pretty cool to set up, but I'm afraid that there may not be any internet signals on the beach. The resort only have a few hotspots to use the wireless, but other than that - I'm not too sure. Any thoughts? Dear LilyWu, It is nice to hear from you again, regarding your question... I know very well the beach where your wedding will be held at and I happen to know a bit or two about live streaming... I'll tell you thought, in order to have the wedding broadcasted live from that particular spot on the beach will cost you quite some money... Here's why: * First of all I can be done, just need the right tools. * You need to rent (buy), a big signal booster to get a steady signal from the location of your wedding. * The closest internet hub is at the restaurant by the pool (about 250 yards away from the ceremony area) * You will need a dedicated stream so you can upload with no problem. * Usually, all hotels have internet hotspots but their signal is kind of weak. * I am thinking, cabling from the hub to the site, a booster for the internet conexion and a dedicated server to stream live. Hhmmmm I should get this idea rolling right? Maybe next time, I can offer this service also right? Have a great day and too bad I wasn't available to do your ceremony!

Quote: Originally Posted by sarahbrown1979 Keep us posted on the photographer you choose! Dear SarahBrown1979! Congratulations!!!!!! I just saw your pictures from Bradley and they were awesome! Remember we talked for a little bit at the RIU? I was on my way to officiate the 6pm wedding I gave the bride the message you sent her... She was very happy to learn you wished them well. Congratulations! The best for you guys always!

Dear sn2bski, You have just asked a very simple question... I had the privilege to work with Mariano and Bradley, they are both great! Mariano has the great angle for images in his mind. Bradley is one of the most profesisonal photographers I have ever seen. Either one of them is perfect, although for what you are asking I will go with Bradley any given day.

Welcome MexiBride! This forum is the best thing for wedding planning, no question is too small or dumb enough... Just ask for help when you need it and we'll give you a hand. Congratulations!!!!!