Sharonie

My TA adviced me against signing a contract (prebooking) with the resort for my guests. So we only put down deposits for ourselves, gave TA info to all the guests and let them do their own booking.

Quote: Originally Posted by PaulaV I posted this on another thread somewhere: Carry on Passports and driver's licenses plane tickets copies of all contracts vendor contact info lists of guests and travel info, arrival times, hotels where they will be copies of wedding insurance policy credit cards, only ones we will use hotel reservation confirmations photocopies of medical and or trip insurance coverage phone number of doctor, kennel, credit card companies prescriptions in original bottles jewelry, including wedding rings change of clothes wedding vows wedding dress veil groom's suit cell phone & charger laptop - if you have wedding info on it you need extra wedding invite copies of WC emails sunglasses Checked bag 1 wedding night sleepwear makeup perfume nail polish underwear bras shoes change of shoes for dancing pantyhose garter purse wrap slip groom's accessories white button down for makeup application robe for dressing something old something new something borrowed something blue her rehearsal dinner dress her good-bye brunch outfit Checked bag 2 skirts, shorts, pants t-shirts, tank tops, blouses bathing suits beach wrap sandals dresses and sundresses wraps and sweaters camera, extra batteries sunscreen hats after-sun care insect repellant toothpaste and toothbrushes deodorant makeup remover swabs hair brush and accessories shaving cream and razors tampons/pads favorite nail polish extra piece of luggage to send dress and accessories back with family Bags 3 & 4 Gifts for attendants and parents Favors Welcome bags and contents CDs/music Special cake cutting set Menus Programs Escort cards Guest book & pens table décor ceremony accessories ring bearer pillow thank you notes to vendors and envelopes for tips fix it kit: extras of all materials used to make favors, welcome bags and escort cards - glue gun, double sided tape, cards tock, ribbon wedding planning folder with guest list and wedding details Leave behind copies of itinerary and hotel phone numbers photocopies of passport and credit cards sealed copy of wills, insurance policy numbers, financial info key with neighbour Great list, Paula! Thanks for posting. One note, make a photocopy of your passport and driver license to carry with you and scan/email another copy to yourself. That way, if you loses these documentations, you'll have some form of proof and will be easier to get the replacements.

Wow, I bet you're excited. Just take a couple nights off to relax yourself and make a list of things you would like to pack. Some obvious stuff to add to your list: sunscreen, first aid kits, a pen, tampon (from the married girls lol), bugs off wipes, painkiller, a pair of long pants if you're going horseback riding, water shoes if you go to Dunns River Falls (or rent there for $5), sewing kits, aloe, chap stick, dramamine, insulated mug (cups at Riu are small)...

Where are the pics? I am still drooling here...

If you go to tripadvisor, every resort you'll find some negative reviews. But if you look at the # of overall reviews and the rating of the resort, you wonder if these people stayed at the same place or not? I warned my guests on my wedding website that they'll be on Island time, everyone is very laid back, so just relax and pay some respect to others and they'll receive the same respect back.

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I would still suggest to call up couple TAs. They have gone to many locations and seen many resorts/hotels to be knowledgable enough to find something perfect or close to what you want. We would all love to help here and there's thread about why we chose our destination, but we might be limited to places we know of and that's only a small percentage of all the options available out there. Yes, TAs get commissions from vendors, but if they can find the one place that fit your vision for you to have your dream wedding then they deserve that fat check right?

elcome to the forum. You'll find lots of good information here. Happy planning!

Oh Heidi, I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. In the past few weeks, seems like a lot have happened to you and totally unexpected. I can't imagine the emotional cycles you're having to deal with. Your dad wasn't being himself in the past few years, so deep down he still loved you. It is good that you can be with your siblings and be there for each other. Please take very good care of yourself during this difficult time, for yourself, your families and your baby. God blesses you!

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I love the flower in the hair too. If I wear a veil, will just be a really simple one under the hair like Kelly and take off during reception. Thought about a pearl headband and wanted to borrow my sis' so it will be something borrowed. But she had moved last year and don't know where she put it, so I am giving up on that idea.

Hello, to the forum! Your wedding is coming up so soon, how's planning so far? You will like it here, there're tons of good information sharing.

Welcome and have fun planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by naughie our website says this: what should i wear to the wedding? nothing. it's a nudist colony, so feel free to wear your birthday suit. not comfortable attending a naked wedding? ladies, try a skirt or a sundress. gentlemen, feel free to wear khakis, shorts...no footwear necessary for the ceremony, but you may be more comfortable wearing dancing shoes during the reception. That's too funny. I thought about putting something down like that too because the island property at the resort I'm getting married on is typically for cloth optional people only. But Paul voted against it, oh well... lol

Since we are not getting married on the beach, this is what I put on our website: "We are in Jamaica and since it will be outdoor it is going to be hot and humid. The wedding is going to be a relaxed and carefree celebration, so we are encouraging a "beach chic" look for the events. Ladies should wear summer dresses. Men should wear a nice shirt and pants (Tommy Bahama look is good)."

Oh, that sounds like a lot of fun! I've been dying to learn how to make sushi, but just can't make my lazy butt to actually try it. Let us know how it goes. Yum, yum...

Welcome to the forum and happy planning!

Wow, your wedding is coming up real soon. Hope you find all the info you need here. Welcome and good luck!!

Welcome back! So wonderful that you had a fabulous wedding/honeymoon. Greece is definitely one of the locations we want to visit in the future, thanks for sharing...

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For all of you whose wedding is coming up, you have my moral support. You can all do it!! Go lose that last 5 lbs you want!!! Go, Go, Go, Ra, Ra, Ra...

They look beautiful! I love orange calla lilly too. It will be part of my bouquet as well.

My mom is not the emotional type. She certainly didn't cry when she saw my sis in her wedding dress, so I doubt she'll cry when she sees mine. If she says I look nice that would be a big compliment from her.

Welcome to the forum! I was like you, checking out the site and gathering information before becoming activity engaged on the message boards. There are quite a few Riu brides here so you should be able to get TONs of information.

Congratulations on your engagement! You will find lots of information here. We will all learn from each other and plan our beautiful weddings!!! elcome onboard...