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Thanks for the info ccwinn...when is your wedding date??

Hey ccwinn, Can you please give us the email contact for the RIU WC above Daniella?? Shes pretty much USELESS it seems...haven't heard back from my concerns for a WEEK now. This is ridiculous. Many thanks.

Yup, thats what we're working on now...getting those 'maybes' to flip to a HELL YA and get their butts on our plane!!! We'll see how it goes Can anyone tell me how to put a pic on my messages too??

Update: My TA got Sunquest to honour the initial group rate that we have but ONLY until this Thursday!! So we have a group of people that should REALLY make up their mind within the next few days lol. After that, the rate jumps up an extra $400. They are also warning us that Sunquest only has 16 rooms left in their 'block' at the Riu Palace. If our guests book after Thursday, or the 16 rooms left sell out, then they have to pay the higher rate. *sigh* Nadia

Wow thats awesome! I guess we both have many unanswered questions LOL. Ah well - things should iron out soon....right?!

Thanks for that email Sara! I sent it to my TA, and she told Sunquest that I have posted my concerns in the bridal forum (hopefully they start sweating a bit since it should very well screw up some business for them if they don't resolve it). We haven't heard back from Sunquest yet, but hopefully they have something for us on Monday. We had our 10 deposits in MONTHS ago...they didn't even put an expiry date for the *special* they claim they gave us in the contract...not sure how they can justify this price increase!!

Hey Guys, We really want to have our dinner outside on the San Jose Terrace. Please confirm the following - can we get Steakhouse buffet dinner at the Terrace restaurant? Is there an extra charge for this? We are looking to get the Ceasar salid, beef tenderloin, etc etc. package. Also, is there room to dance on the terrace? If we pay the site fee for the private reception, I don't think our guests could sit and eat that whole time...we'd like to get some dancing in there before we head to the nightclub at 11pm. One last question - is there a bar at the San Jose Terrace? I refuse to pay for alcohol at an all inclusive restaurant!! Thanks You guys are a GREAT help! Nadia

Hey Ladies, So get this - we got a group rate for our wedding at Riu Palace in October using the *birthday special* that the tour company, Sunquest, was offering when we arranged our rate. My TA gave me the contract once we had 10 people booked, and no where in the contract did it say WHEN the birthday prices expired. My TA told me that guests should ideally book before Aug 31st in order to get the group rate.........SUNQUEST DECIDED TO REMOVE THE DISCOUNT ON MY GROUP RATE LAST WEEK!!!!! Now i have a whole group of people that haven't booked yet, that WONT book because the prices went UP $400!!!!! I am livid, and my TA is trying her best to get Sunquest to give us our rate back...I can't believe they are going to ruin my wedding! They said prices and taxes are subject to change, but its really not fair that they didn't give us any conditions, like 'book by June 20th to get the group rate' at which most people would have done that....anyone else experienced this or can help me get out of this?!?! *sigh*

Thanks for the advice ladies. Tammy - if you're reading this post can you PLEASE contact me. I need to know pricing for the following (all inclusive rates, including flight, hotel, meals and taxes): Riu Palace, Los Cabos Double Occupancy, adult rate for both Standard room and JR Suite Flying from SJ, CA to Los Cabos from Oct 11 - Oct 18 Please PM me with the details! Many thanks... Nadia

Hey Ladies! I have family that live in SJ and are planning on attending my wedding in October. I am not sure how to go about getting pricing information for them. Do you use a website to book, or a local travel agent?? Is there a chain of agencies in CA that I can look this info up on their website?? Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks Nadia

Hey Guys! I am also having my reception at the Mexican Terrace - does anyone have good pictures of this place? I also chose the gazebo overlooking the ocean - its gorgeous! I have booked Bradley as my photographer - he is extremely responsive, and a pleasure to work with so far. His rates are also reasonable! I am not going to pay $500 for any private function, nor am I going to pay per head pricing for dinner!! I think the charges they come up with are insane! This is supposed to be an all-inclusive resort...strange!

Hello Ladies, Can anyone give me a list, or perhaps an email that lists the flower options for my bouquet. I am getting the Royal Package at the Riu Palace, Los Cabos. Thanks! Nadia

Hi Ladies, We will be getting officially married at the town hall here in Canada before flying out to Mexico for the ceremony. Would that mean we will be having a symbolic/renewal of vows wedding in Mexico since we are married already?? I just want to avoid all the paperwork/blood test hassle I would get if I were to legally get married in MX. Thanks!

Hey Sarah! It's nice to hear your positive review of your wedding at the Riu! We are getting married on October 16th, and I am in the process of booking Bradley for our photog. From what I have read, his prices are reasonable and he does great work! If you have any pieces of advice, just post back! We will be getting married at the gazebo overlooking the beach, and will most likely have our dinner at the Terrace (not sure of the formal name). Did you do your hair and makeup at the salon on the resort? Nadia

Thanks for your reply! We already have more then ten guests, but I'd much rather customize the classic package then take the royal - is this a possibility?? Another question - is the San Jose Terrace available for a semi-private reception? I am not so thrilled about all these hidden charges at the Riu! I'm scared they'll charge me $500 to take an extra breath on that resort LOL. Nadia

This might be a silly question - but are there any free wedding packages at the Riu Palace Cabo?? I can't seem to see one on the site. I like the idea of going with a free package and customizing. Also, any leads and rates on a great photographer?? Thanks ladies! Nadia

Hey Guys, I think I have given up on mucho expensive Aruba and am considering Riu Palace Los Cabos. Thank you for the information so far!! c ccwin, what day are you having it?? I am planning to get married mid october as well. We're leaving on the 11th of October for Los Cabos! We're just waiting on group rates from our TA. My girlfriend is getting married at this resort in April - I'll have some pointers from her wedding that I will post when she gets back! Nadia

Wow that sounds great - are there any discounts associated with this WonderFALL promotion?

Hello! We are Canadians looking to have our wedding in Oct 2008 in Aruba Riu Palace...any insight?? Not sure how much its going to cost, but we're concerned that the other islands are within the hurricane belt and we're trying to avoid that. Your responses are greatly appreciated!

Heya Jen, thanks for the quick reply! Can you tell us when the best time to travel is ($$). We are quite limited in dates, and are thinking either End of August, end of October, and maybe (sniff sniff) end of April... We have only a handful of kids coming, all under 10. There are about 25 adults. Thanks! N&D

Hello Everyone! New here, and totally lost for DW spots! We are looking at T&C, despite the cost. Has anyone heard anything about the Beaches resort there?? Also, how is the weather in August? Your responses are appreciated! Nadia & Dan