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Quote: Originally Posted by Maybride2010atDreamsLR Hi all, Seems like alot of planning has happened since I logged on last. My biggest concern is with the dance/music part of the reception. I would like to use my ipod too. Hopefully, Tiara will allow all of us to bring our own speakers. I am going to send her an email now and see if I get lucky. Wish me luck. I believe you should be able to bring your own speakers if you are doing a private reception. If we decided to do a private reception by the pool we are bring down our bose portable speakers but we will have a smaller group. I dont know how well they will for a larger group. But others from the forum have used it and said it was loud enough.

Quote: Originally Posted by GracieBebe Also, the WPJA is a good place to search as many photographers are members there and show their work there. I found my on WPJA, i wanted someone located in nj so i could meet them in person and are flying them down which can be cheaper than getting someone local.

My Maggie came in!!! Two and half months early too! I think i'll most likely wait till beginning of Jan to go try it on as a way to keep me on track during Christmas from eating too much cause i already put on a little wait since i was measured back in Sept.

That sucks that you can not even just rent the speakers the DJ would use. Amy, i love your new picture, its so cute!

Quote: Originally Posted by BridgetDLRBride Hey!! So I've been thinking...I know that a few of the other brides are also doing Fuschia/Orange for their colors. I'm starting to really think hard about decor options and I was wondering if anyone out there would want to split the cost of some items?? Since I'm one of the first brides for 2010 (March 15) I would take the stuff down to the DR in extra suitcases and we could split that cost as well. For example, I want to do tangerine/fuschia paper lanterns inside the Gazebo and potentially hanging from the ceiling in the SSG. I also want to do rectangle tables and have white ceramic square vases with bunches of flowers in them. I think fuschia or coral orange silk table runners would be great over the simple white linens. Finally, I think silver chargers would be good and I'm not sure if Tiara can offer those. I'm also planning on using starfish as a decorative item. I tried to post some pics to give some idea of what I'm thinking but I am technically challenged when it comes to using this site. If you're interested in sharing some stuff, please email directly [email protected] and we can talk more. Thanks! Bridget Hey Bridget, i emailed you with what i'm planning as well and hopefully we will be able to share somethings. As Amy mentioned, would love to see some pics. Quote: Originally Posted by amygirl1169 Hey Bridget! That's actually something that Dolfinluck and I had been contemplating as well! I think it's a great idea. We had looked at the organza chair sashes/runners on this site: 8x108 Organza Sash - Fuchsia50509(10pcs/pk) (those are just the fuscia ones, I would like a mix of orange and fuscia) Their prices seems pretty good, but if you have any other sites/suggestions that'd be great! I like your other ideas as well! I would definitely like to work together to share some decor! If you could email me some of your pics that'd be great! Thanks for re-posting the link, i couldnt find it! Quote: Originally Posted by nsimpson Hey DLR brides! Are any of you doing a rehearsal dinner and if so where? I'm considering doing one but it appears that if you have too many people you will have to pay extra just to have a "private" dinner!? We are thinking if we do the private sunset tour and have dinner on the island they take you to that would be the rehearsal dinner.

Quote: Originally Posted by KPEG I have the Ultimate Package too so the photographer is included. I really don't want to pay for another one. But I also don't hope I regret the decision. I guess I'm with you on this then Jenne. Thanks for the info though girls! I'll check them out for curiosity sake. Currently we have the Love package and the photographer is included as well but i was going to see if i could trade them for something else like the musical trio since i'm flying down my photographers.

Quote: Originally Posted by Sunandsand I haven't even seen this brochure before. ... And it gets more confusing. I thought it was approx $11 US per person to eat what was on the menu. According to this brochure, it's $20 US plus taxes & gratuity. And what happens if you have over 20 people at the SSG? Nadia, thank God you're going down to speak to Tiara. One more thing. Maybe once you've spoken to her, you can get her to write everything down that you've discussed so it doesn't change once we get there. The only plus is that i believe you only have to pay the $20 for guests 13-20 and not the first 12. I found this on the dreams tulum thread on hope it is the same case.

Wow it looks great and such a great price!

I also tried on the Lavina as well and really liked it but it had no corset back (really wanted it), too bad i didnt see the AD3300 but in the end i still would of picked the maggie i got. Anyways here's of pic me in the Lavina

Quote: Originally Posted by Sunandsand Yes, I'm not renting out the space. Just getting the meals there. Now I'm wondering if we can just have dancing on the beach just by bringing our own music or even just renting their speakers. I only have about 30 people coming (I think) so it doesn't need to be fancy. Just a few dances and then we can head to the disco. I know i asked her about having a bonfire on the beach back in March and i believe she said no, but it cant hurt to re-ask as their policies could of changed and maybe do that and bring down some music. there might be a certain time music would have to be off by. Quote: Originally Posted by BridgetDLRBride Hmmm...I booked the SSG Deck for our reception. Tiara knows that we are not renting out the entire restaurant (as of yet) AND she talked to Carlos from DJ Mannia and confirmed there was enough room for dinner and dancing along w/ his DJ equipment. If someone has a specific response that says, "no music at the SSG deck" please post so that I can address this w/ Tiara asap. Thanks!! Why does this all have to be so confusing, dont know if you saw this link but go to page 11 and it better spells out the reception options.

I have been in contact with seavis, they are located right in bayahibe so its an easy walk to their boats, plus if you do a private tour they will pick you up right at dreams. Just email on what you are looking for, they are very quick to respond and are very flexible in what you want. I will mostly likely be doing a private tour at sunset to Saona Island by speed boat with dinner on beach.

Quote: Originally Posted by amygirl1169 Uh oh, no dancing at the SSG? I don't know why, I just assumed there was... I wonder if you're renting out the entire space, is there enough room to have some of the tables removed and make room for a dancefloor? I'm pretty sure they are talking about doing a semi-private at the SSG and you cant have music or dancing but if your renting it out i am sure you can have both.

wow that so cute!

Quote: Originally Posted by bholthof You know what I don't get?? I don't understand why having an infant or being pregnant would cause people to not go?? Ok - if you're due on or near the wedding - yes that makes sense. Or if you JUST had the baby right before the wedding - like a month or so within the wedding date. But people who are only a few months prego can still fly... and can still go on vacation. Same with people with small infants. Most family friendly hotels will still accomodate infants. My SIL will be bringing her 5 month old. Its like some people will use any excuse, you know?? (Again, this statement doesn't apply to people with difficult pregnancies, or who literally JUST had a child, or are due on or around the wedding date. Obviously, they can't travel. Its just teh ones who use it as an excuse not to travel that get me.) I completely understand! FBIL's girlfriend (of less than a year) is due two months before the wedding and they are not coming because of it! I dont understand it, its your brother and your not coming! the girlfriend's mom could watch the baby.

Quote: Originally Posted by diamondpooch I ordered my dress in September and, after reading how long it took for some of yours to come in, I'm worried that mine is gonna take forever! I ordered mine mid sept and was told it would be shipped by Feb 20 to the bridal store.

How exciting! I want to submit mine too!

Quote: Originally Posted by amygirl1169 Does anyone know if we can hang those paper lanterns at the Seaside Grill? I love the idea of colourful lanterns hanging from the ceiling, but I can't get Tiara to respond! I think it shouldnt be a problem, i have seem then used at other dreams resorts, just remember to bring fishing line or something else to hang them up with.

Quote: Originally Posted by nsimpson I didn't even know we had the option of renting out the restaurant! Does anybody have any price quotesinformation on this? Also, would you still have dancing or would that have to be done outside? Thanks, Nadia I believe it is $1000 to rent out but dont know if you need to pay taxes as well. I think you can then have a dance floor and get a dj or might be able to use the restaurant's sound system. Does anyone know if you do the semi-private reception at one of the restaurants do you have to start at a certain time? For some reason I thought I recalled reading somewhere the the dinner has to start at 6:30.

Quote: Originally Posted by amygirl1169 Wow, you're going all out! For some reason big dogs, particularly huskies, do NOT like my dog and tend to attack him. I think it has something to do with his overly happy demeanor and he's not exactly a small dog, but not a big dog (he's a pug/bull dog), so they tend to go straight for him and attack to kill! I've had to stop going to the dog park, because even huskies that are supposedly so well behaved (according to their owners) just snap and attack him! This has happened on a few occassions with different huskies, so I'm really scared to leave him at a place with other dogs. I would hope my husky would be good with your dog, her favorite buddy at the dog park is a Jug (jack russel/pug). luckly she is very passive and if a dog scares her she will run to us

Quote: Originally Posted by jenne Hey Girls.. hope that everyone's planning is going well! I too am waiting on information from Tiara! Sounds like we all are so she must be busy. I am curious as to what everyone else is doing for guest favours? Any ideas? There was a great thread somewhere here about favors and basically the majority say food or wine always goes. So i'm thinking either bottles of Mamajuana or m+m's that are personalized or cookies in the shape of a wedding cake.

Quote: Originally Posted by Maybride2010atDreamsLR Hi there, Unfortunately, the Jungle restaurant was not there when I stayed there. Or it was different name, the only outside restaurant was the seaside grill, which was both inside and outside. The seaside grill was where and I watched a wedding take place. It was really beautiful but casual. What is your wedding date? Mine is May 3. I was wondering if it is in the same week? I was reading the information from the resort last night and it is saying only up to 20 guests can eat at any of the restaurants except the World cafe, where it can be more. I have 30 people coming, but don't want to have it at the world cafe. I was thinking of doing the dinner beside the pool but I can't find a price on this. I hope I am not the only confused bride. Also thinking I might bring an Ipod dock for the first dance... by the pool and then go to the disco for the dance part of the reception. What are you doing for the reception? I read about getting a DJ and a dance floor. Good luck with your planning. Keep posting!! May 15 is our date and should be getting there May 12 so maybe will cross paths! The price for reception by the pool is the cost of the silver or gold package for dinner ( i think around $32 per head plus taxes for silver). We are also thinking of this as well, will not be sure until we get there and see the locations and decided if its worth the extra money to be at the pool. We are thinking of the ipod dock as well, but it says that no music can be played in the restaurants if you do not rent it out. So hopefully if we go with one of the restaurants there are ppl walking around playing music. Most of my plans are ideas as not sure on final head count. Quote: Originally Posted by amygirl1169 What are you guys doing with your furbabies while you're away? That's the one thing that's making me not want to stay longer than the 1 week. My dog will probably go on hunger strike until we return! Two co-workers have offered to take care of our little girl or might see if FMIL will watch her, most likely will not be coming and dont get me started on that one!

Quote: Originally Posted by Maybride2010atDreamsLR I am still in the early planning stage. I have one advantage, I have stayed at this resort before and I am bringing my own photographer with me, so at least that is one expense I don't have to deal with. For me it is the chairs, decorations, and reception. I will pass on any information I find out and please keep posting, your posts have been very helpful. Liane Since you have been there before what is your opinion of having the reception at the Jungle restaurant. I was originally thinking of the seaside grill but have seen some great pics of the Jungle. Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by CaraW Hi Jessica! Wow those are so so cute!!! Can I ask how you got the free stuff? Is it because you've purchased from Vistaprint before? I went onto their website and I didn't see anything about free totes or key chains, etc. If you could point me in the right direction, I would really appreciate it! Thanks, Cara If you dont get them in an email just google "vista print coupons" and tons of links will come up. I would look at a couple of them cause they have so many different promotions going on at once.

I booked my hotel back in Sept and still waiting on flights to drop.

I'm going to get a bracelet from a women on etsy and she also has something very similar but made with pearls.