Mich

I also had the entertainment. It costs $300 for about 15-20mins and includes 3 dances. The fighter eater is in 2 out of the 3. Steve (I believe) is the name of the supervisor for entertainment and Chandlyn will set up the mtg for you to talk to him. My guests loved it and certainly provided something different for the evening.

Hey girl, the web site is wicked. I was going to ask you about but thought you'd need a bit more time. I'm amazed at how quickly you got it up. All the best w/ it!!!

ME!!!! Please!! I'm still in law, law land.....LOL No, it's for my girls, if they ever decide to finally get w/ the program and tie the knot. Mrs. International wedding planner!

BTW, Congrats on the "soon to be" career change!! I would have for sure hired you if I had to do it over. Your stuff was amazing and I would definitely recommend you. Would you do wedding in Canada??

You look absolutely stunning! I love the pics. So glad to read that everything went so well.

Congratulations Lizz! So glad to hear that everything went so well. You looked beautiful and really happy. Great review. It will really help alot of the future brides out w/ their planning. All the best to you and your new hubbie!

So glad to hear/see that everything was so wonderful. You looked amazing. I was really nervous for you and that hair. My mtg w/ Renova Spa didn't go as well and just didn't want to chance it. Yours turned out fabulous. I can't believe they quoted you $600. Glad you know better than to take that price. My guests also really enjoyed the entertainment as it gave people a little something different. Really strange about the cake. I'm not really sure if my mom was on them about it, 'cause they had mine wrapped up in a box. My husband's grandmother got one layer and we took home the other. Sucks that you didn't get yours, but strange that the rum cake was the one they "thru away". Yah right! Why is it that guests can be so difficult. I had a couple issue of my own. I don't think they realize the amount of work you put into giving them an enjoyable time and when they don't show their appreciation by simply showing up, is just WRONG. Anyway, on a much, much better note - CONGRATULATIONS, mi frien, I am so happy for you!!!!! Nuff love, blessings and guidance ***Isn't it crazy to be calling your man, your husband. I'm still trying to get use to that one...lol****

Worth the wait...lol Everything (especially you) looks amazing. Congratulations!!!!!

You're amazing! The whole time I was reading your review I kept thinking "you're better than me". You really showed what it means to be a beautiful bride. It's easy to smile when all is well, but when there's a few bumps, the bridezilla usually comes out. I'm sorry that you were made to feel like your day wasn't important to them, but it was the most important day to the most important people in your life - and that's what counts! Congratulations and all the best to you and your new husband! You looked beautiful

Quote: Originally Posted by msasfraz Mich... a couple of questions... How much was your outsourced cake?-- is this the free cake provided b/c it looks a bit fuller than twelvepiece cake's. Also where did you get your bridesmaid dresses from? trying to get a mango colored dress for my girls... thx The cake was outsourced by Chandlyn. I told her that it needed to be a rum cake w/ fondant icing and sent her a pic. They made the cake exactly like the pic and it tasted great! It was $350. The dress info is on this page, a couple of questions back. It's an Impressions dress.

I had mine on a Saturday only because we have a lot of family in JA and they are working and going to school so we had to consider that. If most of my family would have been coming down with me I would have probably done it in the middle of the wk. Something else to consider, is when would you be flying out. There were only flights out of Toronto, Canada on Sat, Sun or Mon to get a package deal. We went on a Monday. It worked out great for me and gave me enough time to relax and get everything together, but you may want to have yours early to give you more time to relax after the wedding.

That is funny 'cause I thought the same thing! Have a fabulous time and enjoy every second of it!!!

Great review!! Brought back so many wonderful memories. All we need now are the PICS!!!! Okay girl, I know you may still be working on JA time but come on...lol

Sorry I'm late w/ this but I was in JA when you wrote this. Congrats to both of you!!! I was trying to see the pics but can't see them either. So glad to hear that everything went so well. Hope your AHR was just as nice. Posts the pics again if you can, pls!

Quote: Originally Posted by msasfraz everything looks awesome.. where did you get your BM dresses from? do you have the website? Thanks!!! I got my BM dresses from Impressions bridal. I think one of the #'s is 2833. They are seperates. Go to impressionsbridal.com and look under bm seperates. The colour is bubblegum but there are so many colours to choose from. I actually bought them from bestbridalprices.com and paid alot less. I had no problem with that company but impressions dresses fit very snug so keep that in mind. Good luck on your search!

Quote: Originally Posted by RiuBride2b Everything looks great. Your ceremony setup was beautiful it almost makes me want to change to the pond gazebo (too late for that). The Plantation setup was nice as well. I am going to have my reception there and was kinda nervous about the setup. How is the food there? You can change the ceremony location any time, but if you already have your heart set on the beach...stick with it. I'm very happy with the set up at the reception. My girls definitely helped out alot w/ the centerpieces, table cards, favours, cake boxes, etc but Chandlyn and Nakeisha were great. I heard nothing but great things about the food at our after ceremony reception and at the Plantation. We looked at the menu before-hand and made a couple changes to both and they accommodated. Hope that helps!

Can't believe your time has come. If there's any more info you need, let me know. Just remember not to sweat the small stuff, 'cause in the end it really doesn't matter. You are going to be a beautiful bride and you will have an unforgettable wedding/honeymoon. hole tight and walk good mi frien

Quote: Originally Posted by twelve_piece Congrats! Everything was beautiful, including you!!! I don't think I saw a pic of your dress before you left, it fit you perfectly. Thanks...gotta love a corset....lol You also looked so beautiful and I love, love, love your dress....congratulations

Quote: Originally Posted by amagee Congrats! Your dress and Jewelry were gorgeous!! Did you use Michael for your photography? I am also getting married at the pond gazebo, was all the decoration extra cost, or part of a package? I didn't use Michael. My father's friend (who lives in Ja) recommended these guys to me. I haven't received the pros pics (or the video) yet but I'll provide their info if everything turns out ok. They were great to work with though. I got the full decorations ($682) and the good thing is they will move all the decorations to the reception so at least you'll get full use out of everything.

Quote: Originally Posted by drbrainfreeze Thanks so much for sharing! You looked so beautiful and everything was set up so nicely! Did the resort provide the lights for the reception? I haven't seen something like that yet. Love the cake too. Was it made by an outside vendor? Thanks so much! The resort did provide the lights. It was a much nicer back drop than the stairs, which was my concern. Chandlyn outsourced the cake.

Quote: Originally Posted by Lizz Congrats!!! You were a beautiful bride! Question: Did you get the upgraded cake at the resort? I love it and want something just like it. Thanks! I sent a pic to Chandlyn and told her it needs to be rum cake w/ fondant icing. She outsourced it. It was $350. I was suppose to send a deposit because they won't start until they get it but I got there on Monday and wasn't married until Sat so I paid then. They made the cake exactly like the pic and it tasted great.

Quote: Originally Posted by md_ocr Thanks for reminding me about that.....i need to make my list up over the weekend. The problem is......is that my family members are bringing guest and I don't know their guest names. Will the resort still let them in if i just put my family members name plus 1 or 2 guests? Good question. That one wasn't an issue for me. That was my way of trying to keep the numbers down. I told them if they're bringing someone I need to know or they won't get past the gate. I would maybe put +1 (or 2) or the "Wilson" family (including 2 people) or something like that, 'cause they're not going to ask for ID.

Quote: Originally Posted by Shenmaat Those pics are gorgeous Mich! Was the ceremony outside an added cost? Do you mind me asking how much that cost? Also did you have family there? How many people were there and how many came from outside the resort? Thanks! Thanks girl! The ceremony was at the garden gazebo - no charge and the right after was the horderves - $10/pp. The reception was at the Plantation - 4hrs/$1000. Lots and lots of family. Both sides are Jamaican so we had people from JA and abroad. We had about 80 - 90 people and quite a few not staying at the resort. At least 35 but I think it was quite a bit more than that. I just gave Chandlyn the list of names. Make sure you have that ready for your meeting. She doesn't have a problem but she needs to give security first/last names of all guests coming onto the resort. I was also concerned about the 80-20 rule but I guess once you're paying the $50/pp, they don't seem to mind.

Quote: Originally Posted by CaliaA07 I saw it and was like "HEY I want an outdoor reception" hhaha it was so pretty! I love the cloth with lights at the reception though. Marsha's right it was the after ceremony reception. They set it up really nice. We had to order the horderves and then the rum punch, juices, etc were included. Everyone loved that part too. Thanks. It worked out to be a nice backdrop.