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The tai flowers are absolutely beautiful. I think that is the way I will be going.Wow.

Quote: Originally Posted by Chiquita I think the dresses there are specifically designed for David's Bridal? I went down to WA one weekend from BC so I could try on the dresses there and actually bought my dress that weekend. I liked that they had all the sizes there already but I know some people don't like David's Bridal. So I would be able to go there and buy it without having to do alterations? David's Bridal - Bridal Gowns V8820 Strapless organza A-line gown with satin draping.

Quote: Originally Posted by KGOESER HAHA! You aren't supposed to tell me that the stressful part starts now! I thought that choosing a place was tough. We've got letters going out tomorrow that our TA helped us put together including rates/other info. I'm not really doing save the dates, but will send out a boarding pass invitation as we get closer with detail about the wedding/any other activities. I'm a little ahead of the game....they are all laid out on a template and just need to have the actual text filled in! Thinking about "natural touch" flowers as my FAVORITE has always been tulips...logic tells me that tulips probably aren't huge in jamaica! Has anyone seen the tulips from angelaccents? In terms of reception sites etc, I want to try to keep the $$ reasonable...not a huge fan of what I've read about the $50/person options (we'll have probably 50 or so). Has anyone got more detailed information about the different options? Fun fun....so many things to think about Congrats on the booking!! You must be soo happy!make a note to guest to maybe book ASAP incase there is a space issue with the hotel. We ran into this and we are booking for Jan.

Quote: Originally Posted by seasidebride By the time I got to the beach (yes I was late - the spa took forever), it didn't take long at all. I think I was down the isle is less than a minute. I heard the music (Bob Marley) start and just went. I thought I was going to make it down the aisle without crying, but I looked at my now husband's friends and he was a blubbering idiot. So I of course lost it. *lol* usually you see the women cry not the men. Isn't that sweet?

Very nice indeed! Nice choice

I think I am bunking with one of my friends the night before. You will be busy with hair and stuff the day off so its probably not that hard of a task especially if you are in a large resort.

Quote: Originally Posted by ochoriobride It was someone from the resort...maybe chandlyn i'm not sure. I had a song for walking down the aisle, signing, at the end. The only thing is we had a little problem in the middle of the ceremony (A women trew a bottle of beer at is BF or husband, they were in the honeymoon suite, and it fell all over our guess so chandlyn want to get security, so someone from our group change the music for the last song) I don't think it will happen again so you should be ok for the music lol. Was there lots of options of music to choose from? This is the route I wanted to go as well.

Quote: Originally Posted by hulahooty We have the same problem! We have the majority of our people booked but there were some that were "thinking about it" CRAZY!!! when is your wedding? I only have 15 booked there could be several more that book in my group. Have TA checking how many oceanview there are. I am starting to think maybe I should of looked into Riu Montego Bay as Riu Ocho Rios is soo popular.

This will probably sound like a dumb question to you ladies but I am not from the States so I am unsure about David's Bridal. Are the dresses there by specific designers (aka..alfred angelo, sottero)? I seen a dress on their website that I really like. Is it possible I would find that dress in Ontario, Canada at all?

Can you guys believe this? We booked out rooms this week and currently have 15 people booked for Riu Ocho Rios the week of Jan 17-24. The travel agent called today and told me there are no standard rooms available for those dates. They even tried to reserve more space with Riu and couldn't. We were told we would need to upgrade to oceanview for $50 pp more if we wanted to go. I think this place is filling up fast for Jan. Any brides that haven't yet booked (I may be on the only one), you may want to look into booking now.

Quote: Originally Posted by AlmostMrsForbes My dress was by Mori Lee - I think there was one or two other girls on here with the same one. It was also reasonably inexpensive - the best part! thanks...yours had such an elegant look. I may look through her dresses and see if there is one that suits me. Glad you had such a great day and thanks for the post.

Yes I will see you there..probably on the plane too...between our two groups we may just fill up the whole plane (some of my group is flying from d-town though). I get the 16th and 32nd (if we have that many) free. They just need to pay taxes...kinda nice!

Quote: Originally Posted by AlmostMrsForbes I put a lot some pics in my wedding review, but you can see the slide show by going to Brian Design - Photography & Website Design by Brian Nejedly - Ocho Rios, Jamaica. then, you click on "private wedding galleries" - the password is "evitas" Who is the designer of your dress? You looked super! congrats ..looks like your wedding was super. Congratulations!

Thanks to all for the suggestions. Seeing as I am from Canada, I will probably seek the canadian option but if i I run into trouble head to buffalo *lol* excuse for a shopping trip!! I never even though of looking at Laura...great suggestion...

Quote: Originally Posted by Ellipse22 WOOHOO Congrats!! Looks like the planning will really begin now! P.S. You aren't too far from me now You are getting married in Nov..you will have to give me a rundown on how it all went. Tips for when I go as well. Its the golden rule around here Thanks ladies for all your comments and wishes

Thanks very much for the wonderful review. It sounds like you truly enjoyed yourself. congratuations and thanks for putting us future ROR brides at ease.

Lots of super pics! Thanks very much and congratulations.

Quote: Originally Posted by Marnie&Peter What a relief eh! I know I was soo happy and I just felt a huge load was lifted off my shoulders.... Do you get 1 free trip for when the 16th person books and the 32nd person books? (thru sunquest) Yes I do, that makes me quite happy!! Not sure I will get the 32nd as we are booking with 2 tour companies for our group..but the 16th definitely.

Quote: Originally Posted by allyson_07 Hi everyone ) My name is Allyson and I have just started the planning process for a May 2009 wedding. My F/H and I are still undecided as to where we are going for our wedding, but I am hoping to get lots of info on this site. We are currently considering Jamaica or maybe even Aruba!! Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Allyson We are going to Jamaica..if you want any info, just give me a shout. I have also been to Punta Cana, Holguin and Acapulco...if you want info on any of these. Happy Planning and enjoy the site!

Quote: Originally Posted by crazyweecheerleader Hi There, My names Carolynn, im 31, just recently got engaged and we are getting married june 2009 in couples ocho rios in Jamaica! I dont really know what else to write at the minute, as this is my first post! x Welcome!! There are lots of us Ochi brides for 2009. There is lots of info. Happy planning and enjoy the site!

Quote: Originally Posted by kevsgirl Congratulations!!! Doesn't it feel awesome? We just firmed things up about 2 weeks ago. It's such a relief! No doubt! Everything else is easy. That was the stressful part. choosing location and booking. We got pretty good rates too

How did you guys send them originally send them before having to scan them? Canada post? I was wondering whether to send them mail or courrier.

After 5 months of waiting for rates and planning. We are finally confirmed for our wedding date of January 22/09 and booked in with Sunquest for our group. We presently have 15 booked some going from Detroit and the rest Toronto Phewww what a process!!! Let the fun begin!

Does anyone have pictures or know where to get a nice sundress? We are looking at a sundress for my Matron of Honour to wear.

Quote: Originally Posted by amandalovesryan just got married, when i filled out the online form, i listed my parents as witnesses. when I had to sign the certificate after the ceremony, they had both of our fathers as witnesses. hope this helps! Thanks ALR..I was worried as I was listing my FH's brother as one of the witnesses. All the rest are friends but I was concerned about him. You wanna list people that you know are going forsure!! So u need only two witnesses then ..that's weird they make you list four. Thanks the help..you're super!