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Quote: Originally Posted by lizz10179 I'm getting a little nervous with all of the reviews I've been reading on Trip Advisor. I pray that the AC works and that the hotel staff is friendly, that's not too much to ask, right?!? Nope, not to much to ask at all . . . scary to about the theft from their room. I sure hope they have secure safes - I'd hate to leave my camera equipment in the room & have it stolen!!!

WOW......that's something!! I'll be photographing Heidi's wedding there in April - sure hope AC works then. That sounds like that was a miserable trip.

try sams or costco - you'd probably get a good deal on them through a place like that.

to the forum!! Hope you have a fun time planning your DW!!! Robin

, Courtney!! Have fun planning your DW . . . you'll have all kind of great ideas / suggestions from this board.

Hi Fannie - to the forum!!! You'll get lots of great information from all these destination brides / newlyweds!!! Happy Planning! Robin

Latoya!! Congrats on your recent engagement . . . you'll have a fun time planning your DW with all the support of the girls / guys here! Robin

Welcome to the board. You & your daughter will find the board to be a huge source of information as you plan her DW!!

Hi Tara . . . !!! You'll get a lot of great info from all the ladies on this forum - wonderful source of information!!! Robin

Don't let sticker shock listed on most of the photographers sites scare you off - many will build a custom package specifically for you based on your needs. I do it all the time. You'll want to see a diverse portfolio of theirs to make sure that they are capable of delivering the style that you love - weather that be tradtional or photojournalistic. Make sure exactly what you are getting - some photographers do prints, some albums & some do the disc. It's ultimately what's most important to you. Slideshows are a great addition to all packages. I put these together & the brides love them. Also, online proofing is such a must have these days in the world of digital photography - this is great for family & friends to be able to view your big day. You can get great photographs of your day even though you can't afford some of the big names out there. There are so many up & coming photographers out there that are very similar to the high $$ photographers. Hope this helps! Robin Quote: Originally Posted by babycow What are some questions to ask prospective photographers? Any advice on what to look for in one. Pictures are at the top of my list of important wedding things, but we aren't the type to spend extravagant amounts so some of the super fabulous photographers are out of our price range, yet I still want beautiful artistic pictures of our wedding. Are there packages that are better for the price, i.e. include cd of all pics, prints, slideshow? TIA

Hi Jennifer . . . Welcome to the forum - you're sure to get some great planning advice from all these seasoned pros here!

as a photographer, I can say that at least 8 hours is what you're going to need to capture getting ready & all those special moments.

Hi Jen! Welcome to the board & congrats on your upcoming destination wedding . . . you're sure to get some great advice from the gals on this board. Happy planning . . . Robin

Hi Valerie . . . to the forum!!! Congrats on your engagement & upcoming DW!!! You'll have a blast planning your special day with all the ladies / gents here . .

Quote: Originally Posted by Mrs.B 2008 i am sitting here in my office crying and thinking about how lucky and blessed you are to have each other. even though you both have faced some pretty big challenges, you seem to have only gotten stronger and more unified. i wish you the best in your marriage and family. thanks for sharing your story! Me too . . . very emotional story! Wishing the 2 of you many, long years of happiness & love!!!

Have a great time . . . and RELAX!!!

Hi Steve & Denise! Welcome to the boards & congrats on your upcoming DW!! Happy Planning . . .

Oh, I just noticed . . . we're neighbors! I'm on the northshore, in Hammond, LA.

PRK is just a little longer healing period - allow at least a month (+/-) . . . I work for a group of ophtalmologist doing ophthalmic photography still while I'm getting my photography biz going. If you have any questions about Lasik / PRK - PM me & I'll try to help with whatever questions you may have.

I had mine almost two years ago - best decision that I ever made for myself! 20/15 @ 1 day post-surgery.......LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the freedom of not having to worry about glasses or contacts anylonger!!!!

great thread . . .

Wow. . .Juan, these are beautiful!!! Love seeing your work, I'm fast becoming one of your newest admirers

Congrats! Sounds like you had a great DW!!! Can't wait to see images . . .

I'd say totally go for it . . .

Looks like you guys had a great time . . . congrats!!!