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Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr Lizz, I forgot to ask you if there is a maximum number of people that the $500 Plantation rental covers? If I am having 65 guests and am using the inclusive menu that you provided, I won't have to pay anything extra.....right?? Chandlyn did not say that there is a maximum number. I told her that I am expecting 65-80 guests and she told me the charge is $250 per hour for the Plantation.

to the forum, Lindsey! Happy planning!!!

I'm so glad you decided to finally join...that's great! You sound like you really have a lot of it under control. Congrats and welcome!!! Let us know how else we can help you.

Beautiful!!!! What a nice gift from your mom.

Quote: Originally Posted by Wisco4 We're going to put some wording on it along the lines of "join us as we take the next big step towards happily ever after..." somethin' like that. I love the pic and that would be great wording!!!

Wow, what a cool location! I hope he can get an hourly rate, that would be great.

Quote: Originally Posted by Cherie Thanks Lizz! I really appreciate if you could send me the free menu. I'll PM you my email address (once I figure out how!). I'll then pass it on to my MIL. She is a travel agent and previously booked a large wedding party at the ROR last winter. Hopefully her connections will help smooth this whole process and make things happen when we get there! Do you remember the bride who was putting together a little booklet? I would be so interested in obtaining one, if she would be ok with that. Would you have her contact information? Having this forum is a godsend! I just emailed you the menu, let me know if you don't get it for some reason. Mo (mobride) is the one who is creating a booklet. I think we all are actually, I just probably won't get around to doing it for awhile. We'll all definitely share what we do. Let us know what else you need.

Quote: Originally Posted by Jerzzygirl For any of the other Brides if you would like pictures of something just let me know and I will be happy to have more reasons to take more pictures...lol Just let me know what you guys want... Can you pics of the Seagrapes Beach Bar? That's where I'm having my welcome party and I'd love to see what it looks like. Thanks so much!!!!

to the forum! So glad we can help you plan. When I first asked Chandlyn about the dinner, she sent me 3 menus to choose from (ranging from $25-35 per person). It was only after asking her directly if there was a "free" menu that she emailed me that one. I know it is posted in one of the threads in the Jamaica section of the forum. If you can't find it, let me know and I can email it to you. Let us know what else you need help with!!!

Michelle, you look great in both of them! It's so hard to choose, but I think I like the second one better. Let us know what you decide.

to the forum! Happy planning!!!

to the forum! Let us know how we can help you finish up your planning!

Hope you had a great birthday, Courtney!!!!

I sent out magnets that I got at Party Basics, Custom Printed Products at the LOWEST prices! Quick Delivery!. They were very reasonable and great quality. I included our website address on the magnet and also put my TA's business card in the envelope.

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride08 I just went dress shopping for the first time yesterday. My mom passed away when I was 10, and any time a big event (especially my wedding) I always have a hard time not having her here with me. I had an entourage with me though: my two aunts, my cousin and my future mother in law. One of my aunts started to cry with the first dress which snowballed into all of us crying. It was a great experience, and I have two dresses that I really like. I will post the pics shortly! Glad you had a lot of people to go with you, that must have been hard without your mom there though. I am going to look for your pics now!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by host did she have you sign any sort of contract...usually hotels will write a contract to block rooms. it is very rare for them NOT to have a contract and have a deposit especially for 40 rooms. i would ask for proof that these rooms are blocked...don't you want to know what the terms are that the rooms are being held at (ie. rate, deposit, pay date, etc). i have done group blocks w/o deposit or contract but it was because they were only for 10-15 rooms. Tammy, I think that my TA signed a contract, but I will check with her to make sure. Thanks for the advice!

Quote: Originally Posted by host this is very differnt than a group block. a block is when you reserve a bunch of rooms before your guests start to call (sometime months before they start to call). this is just a regular reservation that your TA is doing...the rate is not guaranteed or even the room availibity Tammy, I'm confused now... My TA told me that she has 40 rooms reserved at a certain rate. Also, she has a deal with them that I get a free room for every 25 people booked. Why didn't she or I have to put a deposit down?

to the forum! There are tons of Cabo brides here that can help you. Happy Planning!!!

I'm not getting married there, but I wanted to you anyway!

I love your flowers and your dress! Looks like it was a great time! Congrats!!!!

That's so funny, I was actually on their website yesterday sending my mom links to dresses I think she would like for my wedding. They do have a lot of cute stuff and it's really marked down. Thanks Amy!

I did not have to do this. I have 65+ guests coming and they each had to put down a deposit with my TA to reserve their spot, but she hasn't even given a deposit to the RIU yet. She said their deposit was more so she knew who was really serious and committed to coming. She somehow has reserved a block of rooms, but the deposit isn't due for a few months. I'm not sure how TAs work, but this seems like a good deal to me as I would be very nervous putting that much money down!

Have a safe trip and a wonderful time! Can't wait to hear all about it and of course see pics!!!

Paula, That's such a great and useful list... thanks for posting again!

Almost every bachelorette party I've been to, there have been girls there that aren't invited to the wedding. It's usually more of just a night out to party, not a formal wedding activity. I'm a bridesmaid in a wedding and we have her bach. party next weekend. I know that a lot of the girls are bringing friends, I may bring my sisters, etc. I think you can invite anyone you want!