MsSunshine

I'm curious to know but what did your parish priest say when you told him you wanted to have a DW in Jamaica? did he try to advise you not to?

I think every bride/groom is different in exactly what they're looking for. For us we wanted some of the same attributes you mentioned, but we didn't want a large property. We wanted our wedding party to pretty much take over the place ;-) So, for us, we looked at hotels with less than 300 rooms. So that narrowed down the list for us and knocked out some of the more popular wedding spots like Dreams and Moon Palace. Then we looked at the price point for our guests and the fact that we would have a handful of children. So that of course knocked some out,...like Le Blanc...still one of my personal favorites. So, we actually took the route of seeing if some of the smaller full service hotels would offer and inclusive meal/drink plan option and that is what we ended up doing. So don't limit your search to a hotel that is called "all-inclusive". If you find a regular resort you really like such as Marriott, Le Meridien, Hyatt, Hilton...call/email and ask about the pricing and a package that is inclusive of rooms, meals, drinks and taxes. Which hotel are you using? I have a kid and I have 2 other couples who have kids. Ive been looking into Dreams but would like to have another option to make my decision. Was there a wedding package or can you us an outside vendor? any advice you give me is most appreciated.

Thanks for starting this thread up...after reading several posts about different resorts of dislikes it makes you want to pull your hair out. It can be a money pit if you don't choose wisely. The resorts there are beautiful. I'm still researching around. Thanks everyone for your advice

Thank you Jackie! this helps out alot

There was a recent post "Non resort Wedding" in Riviera Maya. She gave a great review about Ajua Wedding. I saw her wedding pics and was stunned. Hope this helps

Thanks for the review....this helps out alot.

Hi Jenny and welcome! you will definitely find answers to your questions here. Happy planning and congrats!

Welcome to the board Tiffany and congrats! This is the place to find lots of information. Happy planning

Stacey...welcome and congrats! This is the place to find great info...happy planning!

Welcome to the board and congrats! You made a good choice in staying at Dreams resort...there are alot of Dreams brides here....you are in good hands and you will find loads of info here. Happy planning!

Hi Janette welcome and congrats! You will definitely find lots of info from this forum. Happy planning!

Hi Michelle welcome to the board. Congrats on your upcoming wedding! This forum is a great place to find info

Congrats and welcome! You will be amazed at how much info you will find here.

Hi and welcome! We are in the same boat. I have been asking others about AI resorts and alot of the couples are going to Dreams. Have you checked around the Riviera Maya area? I'm on a tight budget too so trying to look for the best deal for my guests. Good luck!

Thank for starting this new thread. This will help us indecisive brides-to-be

Beautiful, I am also going for rose petals and candles too. who ever is interested check out: Surroundings - Floating Candle Centerpieces and Floating Candles for Weddings, Corporate Events, Banquets and Parties. _______________ Jarauz, thank you for posting this website.

Is this for real? No passports for caribbean cruises needed now to June 2009? wow that sounds great! I really hope that the TA is truly correct on this. Thanks for the tip

My hubby and I got married by the Justic of the Peace 2 years ago. Its alot easier to do this in the U.S. When you have your DW...it will be the real deal and extra special.

Hi! and welcome to the board. You will find lots of info here and ideas here from others. Happy planning!

Dress #2 its gorgeous. Absolutely love it!

Welcome to the board. I am also debating on having a DW in PR, DR, or Cancun/Maya Riviera. I'm so indecisive now...just trying to get the best deal on either location. You will find lots of info here

Thanks Morgan. I checked out Claudia's Photography and this put my mind at ease.

This is funny...I was just asking about this resort on the riviera Maya board. Someone mentioned that this place was good when it comes to a place for families with kids. Check out my thread over there...got a few responses.

Thanks for the information...its someting I will have to think realy think about.

Does anyone know what the room rate is (for 2009) I'm not sure if rates change every year. Thanks