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Congrats! How exciting to have your wedding so close I'm getting married @ Azul Sensatori May 8th 2010 and I'm already freaked out, haha!

Quote: Originally Posted by JHarwood2Be Someone feel free to correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe the dinner at Spoon is semi-private. Meaning that you are eating with the rest of the hotel guests but your own group is sitting together, so dancing is probably not an option. At Zocalo, you are on a concrete patio. You you technically don't need a dance floor, unless you want a special one the lights up or something. Ok good, that's what I thought @ Zocolo but does anyone know if we're able to have music there? I have no idea how it's set up but it seems like it would be impossible to have a music setup for my iPod docking station... I could be wrong. Jo'Zeen answers my emails quickly but with one sentence that inspires 8 more questions... I'm not getting anywhere with her!

Welcome and Congrats! These forums have a wealth of information and many amazing and helpful people

For all those who got married at Sensatori already and had reception dinner at Spoon or Zocola - were you able to have a dance floor? What did you do for dancing and do you know the cost of a dance floor? Thanks~

Quote: Originally Posted by BandE2008 Natalie Congrats on making the switch. EDR is incredible I thought the money was insane too, but now that its over, it was sooo worth it. They didnt charge me to set things out .... but I have heard different things. I think they try to, but if you take the stuff with you to your wedding meetnig, they will just ofer to put it out, and never charged me (thats how it worked for me anyway). I had planned to have my bridesmaids put it out should EDR want to charge me. So maybe have a back up option like that in case they try to charge you. As for the reception being cool. I think if you want it on the beach, go for it. Most nights it was fine there, but there was one that was pretty windy and cool (cool, not cold by any stretch, you just needed a shawl). (also, I was there in end of Nov, so might be even warmer now). I do have a suggestion if your worried. Since your in Mexico, it would be nie to have it outdoors rather then in a hall (in my opinion) Perhaps having it at the Health Bar or at Tuscanes would be a better option. Then you are still outside (nice) but off the beach (so not as windy if it happens to be a windy night). Just a thought. Hello, I'm considering the switch to EDR and I just wanted to ask you if you could some costs... if you don't mind of course! What were the standard room costs per day? How many people did you have and what was the final total? I apologize if these questions are too personal... I am so lost on knowing how much I need to save for my wedding and since I'm paying for it I really want to be sure I save enough if you know what I mean. Thank you to anyone who can help me out!

Quote: Originally Posted by dbellie1414 Hey All, I just created luggage tags, pre-travel booklets, and passport size itinerary's to go in welcom letter. I did all this in publisher and thought of everyone... I got a free 90 trial to publisher through microsoft.com and ya can too, publisher is super sweet!!! I tried to upload them to this post but the files are too large so if ya want to see them or use them shoot me ya email address and I can send them to ya... Just trying to help ya'll out!!! HEHEHE!!! OOo look at you! That's awesome, I would absolutely LOVE to see them, thank you! Email - [email protected] I just finished my save the dates last night! Unfortunately I didn't have PhotoShop so I created a ghetto looking concept one in Word and FI enlisted his Best Man to make it pretty for us. He's a web designer and did two hours of work on them and they are awesome! I'm paying him in margaritas

Ok slightly off top and this is a DUMB question I know... but I booked my date, it's secured and everything. I know I should move onto STD's next but I really don't know where to go from there. STD, invites and then... if anyone could give me a little insight, I'd gladly listen Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by jamk32179 I am looking at a May 2010 wedding in the Riviera Maya! I know it will come faster than I can believe! I have about 10 places that hopefully we will go see in the coming months! Happy planning to all! I am doing May 8th 2010 wedding in Riviera Maya as well! I just booked my date last week and I'm already freaking out, I don't know what to do next... probably save the dates

Since this is my first wedding and all... I was wondering if anyone could give me a little insist to the cost of all things. If you wouldn't mind telling me how much you paid for your Azul Sensatori wedding with how many people etc. or how much you expect to pay. I just booked my date and I'm wondering if my budget is at all close to the reality of how much it will cost. I have no one else helping me financially except me and my FI so I want to make sure I don't go broke on my wedding! Thanks so much!

Hey ladies! I am getting married Saturday, May 8th 2010 (I know, I've got awhile!) I just realized I will be there for my wedding week of Cinco De Mayo! Does anyone know if it's more crowded, expensive or poses any problems? Without even thinking I was planning on having my bachelorette party that day. Any insight or info would be MUCH appreciated. Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by beckerba Can you add me? October 10, 2009 Can you add me too? I just decided! May 8th 2010 Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by jennik13 SHELLY AND KITTEN! i am also using luxe and they supplied me with the same options! did we make a mistake in hiring them? this sounds very cut and paste. i wish us all luck making a decision. my front runner right now is the azul sensatori although there is such a lack on information online since they are not open yet. also, their outside vendor policy is absurd! let's share thoughts...maybe start a new thread for "luxe" users? I actually delved into this a bit deeper on another thread here for people that are using and almost used Luxe. I actually backed out and didn't sign anything after I got some more information from people that had used them told me. I got a few girls personal email addresses and they explained what had gone on. From what I've heard which is all negative I decided to go elsewhere. I'm very interested in Azul Sensatori as well but have pushed my date to May 2010 - that way I have enough time to find out what they are all about before commiting to that resort. Good luck! Let me know if you want me to track down the Luxe thread for you... I'm sure I can find it again.

I'm a May 2010 bride, no definite date or place set yet... I'm glad I found this thread because my potential TA spoke to me and was like, "well I'll call you back in March 2009 to start planning..." I was like, "oh " I have been planning to get married 2009 since February when I got engaged and my best friend changed her wedding date to June 2009 so I had to move my year I wish I knew at least where I wanted to get married! I have one idea but my TA didn't recommend it because they are brand new (almost). Good luck to everyone and happy planning!

Welcome and good luck! That's my hopeful location as well

Good luck and happy planning!!

Welcome and good luck!

Thank you all for your responses and words of encouragement and suggestions! I already feel better knowing that I'm not the one person with family issues. I really don't get it... It's beyond my comprehension why any parent would miss their childs wedding especially since I've only got one. Most of you are right, the cost factor for my mom is an issue and I told her I'd pay for and plan her whole trip. Still refuses to go and actually won't talk to me about it with further pursuing on the reason why. I'm not extremely close with my extended family but wanted to have maybe my uncle walk me down the aisle. I'm embarrassed to invite my extended family and having to tell them that my only immediate family will not be attending. I'm considering having two of my best friends walk me down the aisle or walking myself. I'm with all of you... it's my day, it's my marriage, why should I bend to accomodate everyone else on my day? I was thinking about not mentioning it and sending save the dates and invitations to them like they are standard guests and see what happens. I have a feeling if they don't come I won't ever speak to them again and there goes my whole family. I thought family was supposed to be there and support you... interesting how the happiest of times can bring out people true and sometimes ugly colors. Good luck to you all as well!

Quote: Originally Posted by Cattie I wish I could help. Trust me, I said F em all. This is all about me!! HAHA! That was my response to my brother... I asked him what a wedding WAS about... he answered and I was like, EXACTLY, so we are the only people that matter. Ridiculous problem to have. I refuse to triple the cost of my wedding I have to pay for ON MY OWN just so she doesn't have to fly. Thank you guys for your words, it does help hearing that I'm not the crazy one here...

Ok so I have a very odd dilemna... My father passed away 8 years ago so he's not coming and nor do I have anyone to walk me down the aisle. I informed my mother of my destination wedding decision and she reacted happily to it saying it sounds like a good idea. Then I start getting her involved with when I want to have it and make sure she books her rooms and flights ahead of time and she drops the bomb... she's not coming. She doesn't like to fly (yet has done it a few times before) and absolutely refuses to come. She also refuses to talk about why she won't come. (Keep in mind she's not paying a red cent for this wedding no matter where it's held) My brother (so excited to come to Mexico for my wedding) all of a sudden is against the idea and thinks I'm being selfish. Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat I'm literally in shock. On the other hand, my FI's family live all over the WORLD. They are absolutely thrilled to come (his second wedding!) and we have one family flying down from Australia. Does anyone have any insight? Advice? Help? Similar situations?

How amazing! That sounds like a wonderful idea Welcome!

I am a newbie as well with a 2010 wedding! I'm thinking March though. I'm impressed you already decided on a location, I've been looking for 6 months now and stiill can't decide for the life of me!

3 years, 8 months!

Do you know specifically where yet? I am a Riviera Maya 2010 bride with no location yet

What would Friday be without one of these? 1. What time did you get up this morning? 5:00am 2. Diamonds or pearls? Diamonds 3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Pineapple Express 4. What are your favorite TV shows? Project Runway, 24, Heroes, Lost, House, Dexter, Weeds, The L Word, Family Guy, Will & Grace... it goes on 5. What do you usually have for breakfast? Yogurt early am then oatmeal and egg whites in the later morning 6. What is your middle name? Aleece 7. What food do you dislike? Sourkraut 8. What is your favorite CD at the moment? Coldplay - Viva La Vida 9. What kind of car do you drive? 2008 Black Mitsubishi Lancer GTS 10. Favorite sandwich? Ooo I just invented this one... it's a turkey, onion, tomato, mustard on fat free wheat bread - dip in hummus as you eat 11. What characteristic do you despise? dishonesty/deception 12. Favorite item of clothing? My True Religions (jeans) 13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would it be? Egypt (Greece and Italy) 14. Where would you retire to? - Greece or Italy (realistically somehere beachy in Cali) 15. What was your most recent memorable birthday? - My last one, July 4th, I won beer pong as a first time player 16. When is your birthday? July 4th 17. Morning person or a night person? night 18. Pets? 1 skeleton fish (Skellie) (he's clear) and two asian shrimp (Skrimp & Scampi) 19. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with us? - I'm finally getting serious about wedding planning after months of being depressed on how expensive local weddings are because now I'm doing it in Mexico for ME and FI! 20. What did you want to be when you were little? Fashion Designer, currently working on that 21. How are you today? Happy that the week is nearly over and anxious to hit the treadmill when I get home 22. What is your favorite flower? Orchid 23. What are you listening to right now? Frank Sinatra... my boss is playing it on his stereo, good ol' Frank! 24. What was the last thing you ate? Half a salmon fillet, corn and some potatoes - hence why I need to hit the treadmill 25. Do you wish on stars? Sometimes when I can see them 26. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Color changing 27. How is the weather right now? beautiful and sunny 28. Last person you spoke to on the phone? My FI <3 29. Favorite soft drink? I don't drink soda, always love my water though! 30. Favorite restaurant? - One that has the nutrition menu on their website and healthy delicious food 31. Hair color? brown/blonde/reddish 32. What was your favorite toy as a child? Cabbage Patch Kids, her name was Kathleen Lee I remember, I used to wear her clothes to school (no they didn't fit very well) 33. Summer or winter? summer 34. Chocolate or Vanilla? Chocolate 35. Coffee or tea? coffee 36. What is under your bed? nothing, I've got a platform bed with drawers 37. What did you do last night? Went over my best friends house to visit my week old Godson with FI - BF and I made dinner for 5 and a red velvet cake for her sisters birthday 38. What are you afraid of? The wind 39. Salty or sweet? Salty 40. How many keys on your key ring? like 10... far too many 41. How many years at your current job? 4 42. Favorite day of the week? Saturday 43. Do you make friends easily? Yes 45. Favorite hobby? eating and drinking! Cooking/planning/sewing

I'm in about as far along as you are... I know some general dates and places but nothing specific. Good luck!