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Your stuff is amazing! Your guests will love it! I remember your postings about your civil ceremony and the swine flu-congratulations. Hope you have a great time in Mexico

I didnt have a contract at all and I wouldnt be worried about it! I agree with Sunbride, I learned so much on here that I knew I had to give back when I got back from my wedding!

I like these! My husband leaves his crap all over the house. Boxers on the floor next to the bed, papers on the table, coats on the chairs and when I say something he just laughs!

Quote: Originally Posted by jmb0902 Has anyone heard that you can't have your reception at the adult/relax pool on Saturday nights b/c of a show they do that takes place there?? I just want to make sure I'm not getting the run around =) When we were there they had fire dancers on Saturday night near the adult pool. From the other pool you couldnt tell they were there.

Quote: Originally Posted by BrideMichele Has anyone trashed their real wedding dress and found it too heavy once wet? What about the TTD dress...did it get really heavy when wet as well? I really don't want to drag 2 dresses to the DR and will NEVER wear the real wedding dress again so I am leaning towards trashing my real ($1500) dress. I used one dress. We did the TTD after the wedding and yes my dress got heavy after I jumped in the pool. I actually wrapped myself in a towel and took my dress off after we were all done the pictures. The dress is totally fine 6 months later and looks totally brand new!

Quote: Originally Posted by gimliori Hey everybody. If anyone can shed some light on my questions, it would be greatly appreciated as I'm leaving in 2 weeks and Natalia hasn't responded to my emails in a week and half now. I tried emailing Aurora as she emailed me last (for some reason) as I have been dealing with Natalia up to now. I'm starting to feel the stress! Does anyone know if the WiFi is accessible on the beach as we would like to broadcast the wedding back home? The size of the rectangular tables? Does the speakers hook up directly to an iPod? I have more questions but it's a good place for me to start! The last minute details are starting to pile up! Thanks for any help! Cheers. We didnt use our laptops on the beach-the signal was not that great in the rooms so I cant imagine it being so great on the beach.

Quote: Originally Posted by jmb0902 gHey ladies! Sorry I've been MIA lately... this wedding and work thing is taking over my life! But dont' worry-- there will be a planning thread and full review =) A few quick questions- how was cell phone service out there (FI wants to know!)? We have AT&T - but weren't sure if we'd even have a signal. How much is internet there? Thanks so much girls! Can't wait!!!! All my friends used their cell phone in Tulum and had no problem until we came home and saw the bill! It was nuts! Internet for the week was $80

I wasnt there during July but, in the evening there is a great breeze that comes off the ocean that really kept it nice and cool for us in May.

Quote: Originally Posted by AmyBoerema Hi ladies, I just wanted to share a concern, even though it's probably silly. I'm a little worried at how remote and far away from everything this resort is. i know most people do the swimming/laying around/water sports thing here, but there are a few people in my group (my mom) who may get bored of that after a day or two. she'll want to go shopping, etc. i know playa del carmen has great nightlife, golf, shopping, etc. would i just plan day trips for people to go there? how have others handled this and is it inconvenient? sorry again if this is a silly concern, but just wanted to get feedback from others... We went to Playa's 5th Ave one night for dinner-it was cool. It was 45 minutes from Dreams Tulum. It kind of reminds me of a tourist trap. Tons of stores selling everything from prescriptions to booze. THere are some great places to eat also. Tulum is about 1.5-2 hours from Cancun. There are definitely some cool things to do not that far. Xel-Ha is not far and there are the Cenotes around that you can explore.

love the book! It is a great way to remember your big day

when I was there in May the party was on the other side of the resort. Near the buffet. If you were having your wedding on the beach I would not be worried about it

I like #4-it is so cute

We got married 3 weeks before we left for Mexico. IT was important for my family that we get married in a religious place and at the end of the day it was much easier than getting married in Mexico. ALso, like Erica my husband's grandmother was not going to Mexico and we wanted her to see it.

Quote: Originally Posted by Nevesta Thank you Beth! I checked the Olympus tours and they want $435 for all of us (there are actually 6 adults in our group, not 7). American Express quotes only $152 round trip. Was their van nice, comfortable and air conditioned? We have two small children, so it's important. It's such a big difference in price, seems strange. Just make sure it is a private transfer. You dont want to be going to other resorts on your way with that large of a party. It will be annoying. The van was perfect. Air conditioned and very comfortable

We used Olympus tours in December and then American Express in April. It is almost 2 hours from the Cancun airport-that is why it is so expensive

Quote: Originally Posted by classadiva Wow...it sounds like she did a fantastic job!! I still would like to know if the books contains prints of the photos if anyone knows. Thanks. I'm not sure what you mean...my photographer had given me 3 CDs of pictures that I printed and then I put them on my computer and went through them to make a CD of the ones I wanted to be in an album. So I guess yes the pictures were prints and also CDs.

Quote: Originally Posted by classadiva This looks great!!! Question...are these print photos or something else? I gave her a CD of about 100 pictures and then she picked the best ones. She was amazing to deal with and I really love my book. We have had guests come over and they were blown away at the book! Ann your album will be amazing also! Sarah is so talented

Quote: Originally Posted by sarah310 Hey Philadelphia Brides, Does anyone know a good seamstress in the area? I'm frustrated with the bridal shop where I bought my wedding dress and am looking to take it somewhere else for the alterations. Let me know if you have any good recommendations! Sarah Hey Sarah- I went through my bridal place but I do know an excellent woman. Her name is Helen and she is on 16th-17th on Sansom downtown.

Xcarat is not far and it is an all day activity-also you can do the Tulum ruins. Fishing, Playa Del Carmen is about 45 minutes away...Cenotes-there are a few super close to the resort

Check out the vendor page on BDW...DJ Mannia is a vendor on here and so is Doremix. Do a search and you will find some reviews

Quote: Originally Posted by AmyBoerema Hi ladies! I am confirmed for Dec. 4, 2010!!! I am so excited!! I have a bunch of questions and I am going to just throw them out there. Thank you in advance for your help!! 1. For a religious ceremony (not civil), how many days do we need to be down there prior to the wedding day? 2. Has anyone on here gotten married in the chapel? I know it's small, but how many people were you able to fit comfortably and did you enjoy the chapel? 3. Does Dreams Tulum handle finding the Catholic priest for our ceremony? Will he speak in English? 4. What specific decorations are included in that package for the reception (white linens, bows on the chair, etc.?) 5. If there are other weddings on my day, do I have to reserve the reception spot I want in advance? 6. Is early December a slow time at the resort? I’ve heard some restaurants/bars are closed in slow times. Anyone have this experience? 7. What time do the bars/restaurants at DT close? 8. If the reception ends around 10 or so, any suggestions for post-party? Thanks ladies. I really appreciate al your help. I cant answer all your questions but I will try You have to get there 3 days before your ceremony for the legal requirements. I didnt get married in the chapel but we did look at it and I would say that it could hold about 40 people. Your priest should speak English-the one we had did. yes there are going to be other weddings on your day-a month before your date they will send you a form and you can tell them at that time where you want your ceremony and reception. Early December should be quiet since most people dont go on winter vacation until end of December. Hopefully I shed some light for you

Quote: Originally Posted by dallasbride Hi I think Matt and I are leaning toward Dreams Tulum. What do you mean about the honeymoon suite not being what you expected? Can you share more? The room was nice. It was large but I think I expected it to be amazing and it was nice. The bathroom was huge with a jacuzzi and a shower and double vanities-they had 2 balconies and a nice size closet. I think I was just expecting to be "wowed".

Quote: Originally Posted by Regaby Hi Everyone! I am on my initial stage of planning a destination wedding... For now I am looking for a perfect location... Also, i am looking for for a local rabbi who can do the ceremony. My fiance is Jewish and I am not... Conversion takes over a year...but I do not want to wait so long to get married!!! So... I need a perfect location and a good rabbi! Turns out, they are not that easy to find! If you already went through something similar, please let me know! =) it might be tough to find a rabbi to marry you if you are not Jewish. I would suggest doing a non religious ceremony and like the other girl said, add some Jewish traditions.

Quote: Originally Posted by dallasbride Hi! I'm thinking about having my wedding at Dreams Tulum. I've read some reviews that the beach is really rocky. Can you swim in it from the resort? The beautiful beaches in riviera maya are one reason I might choose the resort! The beach is not rocky-it is getting into the ocean that is the problem. We went into the ocean a few times. If you walk past the SeaSide Grill about 5 minutes you wont have a problem with the rocks. Also the rocks are only a problem when you first get into the ocean. Once you are a few feet away from the coast line it is totally fine

I asked my friend who is an OB/GYN and she said it is nothing to worry about-as long as you are taking your pill correctly it is nothing to be concerned with.