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Congratulations and welcome!! We're also getting married in Jamaica We have a small group and are getting married at a small AI about 10 miles from Negril - Coral Cove Resort in Little Bay. The resort has 13 rooms total, so its a little more quaint and personal. The larger resorts are great if you have a big group, but check it out if you're considering a smaller party. We have been very happy with everyone at the resort so far! Let us know what you're planning and how we can help! A lot of us are headed for Jamaica on here

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz Oh, I almost forgot... I also ordered pink leather luggage tags for my BMs from ebay. I did the same thing...contacted the seller and they gave me a better deal than I expected! Here is the link for that: eBay Store - Luggage Tag Name Tag Crafts Leather: Yellow Neon Luggage Tags, Blue Neon Luggage Tags Have you gotten these in yet? I was thinking of ordering them... we need 30. What was the deal you got if you don't mind sharing?

Awesome!!!

I'm so sorry Mo! That's awful - I can only imagine. When I went shopping, there was a store I walked out of because the owner came out, looked at me, and said, "we don't have anything that fits her." All their dresses were sample size 8... thank you, you can take your bazillion dollar dresses and shove 'em! I don't know where these women get off - this ends up being the most expensive dress you ever buy, and you don't need anyone's attitude or thoughts on your weight. I'm sorry you have to pay so much for alterations. I hope your mom gave the owner an earfull! We all know you will look beautiful and can't wait to see pics!

Quote: Originally Posted by Michelle&Steve Thanks for all the encouragement guys! So I think I'm going to aim for next March/April... We both have very large families, so I think between that and our friends there will be about 100 people. I want it to be a little bit more on the formal side, outside looking over the ocean, but maybe not necessarily right on the sand. Im trying to stick to places that are price friendly for my guests, so I guess Mexico? Most of my guests are coming from the east coast, are there other places that are all price friendly for my guests? I would like it to be an all inclusive resort so it would be easier for the guests, but I want a nice place too... any suggestions? Thanks! Good luck with the planning everyone! There are definitely a lot of Mexico brides who can point you in the right direction. Jamaica also has a lot of AI hotels (Riu, Sunset at the Palms, Beaches - google - there are a ton), as does the Dominican Republic (Iberostar). Check out the marriage requirements for each place (residency stay, blood tests, etc). I'm sure you'll find something perfect!

Quote: Originally Posted by Raeka Yes, we are using a gold and silver gel pen. I hope they work. i still have to figure out a way to test them... I wrote them an email this morning describing the situation. I hope they fix it. Thanks ladies! Good luck!! Keep us posted on their reply I'm sure they'll fix it ASAP.

Oh yeah... Congrats on the job!!! That's exciting news!

So sorry you have to deal with this! People can be so self-absorbed and not realize that you are doing a lot to make sure they have a great time celebrating your day. Very incosiderate that your bridesman is being a flake! And the title thing is ridiculous... as an MD, I wouldn't be offended if a wedding invite didn't include that. Don't let these things get you down. As Christine said, people will always find something to complain about. The important thing is that you are getting married... the rest will fall into place.

Quote: Originally Posted by Galit I am toying with the idea of calling it "flip flop fancy" ... only problem is, I haven't figured out exactly what that means I like that... might have to steal it!

Gorgeous location! Your guests will have a great time - the whole place looks beautiful!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz Thanks for the info! RIU seems to be a huge pain to get an outside photographer in, though a lot of the girls are doing it. Maybe I'll check out Sungold. Do they have a website? The website is Paula & Damian - Wedding Photography by Sun Gold Photography . I'll email you their price list if you want. PM me your email. I think they have a travel fee for OR, but not sure what it is. I agree that Riu's price sounds high. We were quoted about $400 for our resort photographer for 5 hours and all images on CD, but we're at a small AI.

Definitely call them! I'm sure they'll send you a new one if they screwed up!!! Luckily it didn't take long to process, so you'll have time to get the new one before the wedding Let us know what they say. Other than the mix up, the book looks awesome! I may have to do this if they fix their error for you!

Quote: Originally Posted by Michelle&Steve Hey everyone... So i just got engaged a month ago and we have decided on a destination wedding... I'm so excited! But things are a little more complicated because I'm in medical school and will be on my rotations next year, so I need to work around that schedule. Plus a couple of my bridesmaids also have a different rotations schedule, so I hope I can work it out. I'm still trying to pick a place to have it, I dont even know where to begin.. Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated! When I start thinking about it alll, my head just starts spinning THanks!!! Welcome Michelle! Planning any wedding in med school would be really tough! Are you currently a second year or third year? I would think it would be easier to do before starting rotations, or during fourth year when most schools will give you some vacation blocks. Are there any locations you're thinking about? Let us know how we can help you, and feel free to PM me if you have any med school questions (I'm very happy to be done with all that).

Working on an idea using Blumebuds... Blumebud 6-pack , "Lucia" - Aqua Birds: Blumebox We are almost 100% using 1 long table. We're thinking about using these as combination decoration/placecard, aqua with a single red flower. The table will also have flower petals and probably some small votives (similar to Jamy's). What do you guys think? We had been planning to do small glass vials with everyone's name as a placecard, but this will be so-oo much lighter to take with us!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz I am using the resort photographer. I debated whether or not to hire an outside one, but to be honest, photography isn't one of my main priorities (funny since this forum is so about pictures...lol!). I am guessing that it will cost anywhere from $1000-$2000 to use the contracted RIU photographer. I don't know what Riu's policy on outside photographers is, but we had looked into Jamaican photographers before talking to Robin DePaula. Sungold Photography is out of Negril, and we really liked their work. They weren't available for our date, but they were about $1900 for all the whistles and bells. We are super psyched to be working with Robin - her deal worked perfectly within our budget, and she's such a sweetheart! We can't wait to meet her

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz Mike and I are paying for our moms trips, so that's our gift to them. I said I wouldn't get them anything else, but of course I already did. I just bought them "mom" wedding handkerchiefs and will probably get my mom an inexpensive starfish necklace. Oh, I also got her a monogrammed tote bag, but will probably give that to her for Christmas instead. I didn't even think about it, but we are paying for my mom's hotel room (or plan to if they'll let us). I know she's giving FI a gift, and she's contributed to the wedding, so I think we need to give her something tangeable.

This is the company we're planning on ordering from. I will let you guys know once we order and get our towels in. They will do the embroidery, but we may have it done locally depending on price. Beach Towels by Cannon Wholesale manufacturer of custom embroidery beach towel

We're doing beach towels with our monogram. We only have 22 guests though. I don't think I'd do them if we had a large party simply because of the weight. You could distribute them before the wedding, so you don't have to fly with all of them.

I read through some of the older threads, but was wondering what some of you ended up doing or are planning to give to your parents. We have my mom, her boyfriend, and FFIL. I'm planning on buying a hankie for my mom, and probably a starfish brooch or necklace. FI is planning on getting something for my mom, but unsure what yet. Mom's b-friend probably a monogrammed cigar holder and a few cubans. No clue on FFIL. What are you ladies doing?

Great thread! I have just started getting questions about this, so I'll have to put something on our website Thanks ladies!

I'm reading through this thread, cracking up, and then I come to this... Quote: Originally Posted by Nrvsbride An afternoon poem from Glenda: If you feel like a hoochie, Hike up your dress and fan your coochie. You gals are awesome!!!!

to the forums! We looked at St. Lucia also but decided to go with Jamaica because it was more affordable for our guests. Its absolutely beautiful though! Congrats and let us know how we can help!

Congrats and let us know how we can help!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mrs.B 2008 Gigis Closet this is one of my FAV places - their return policty is awesome and they always have great sales and specials - especially if you sign up for one of their clubs or newsletters! Great stuff! Thanks!

Awesome news Heidi! I'm glad things are working out and you were able to move up your date! I'm sure Reggie's profs will be understanding Congrats again and let us know if we can help!