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Send me a PM with your email address and ask me your specific questions. I hope I can help.

I'm late to the party but we had Father James officiate our ceremony back in 2010. He was very good. A bit serious but the ceremony felt very personal and I felt he really cared and not just going through the motions. I was in contact with him months before the wedding and talked to him every few weeks leading up to the wedding and he would give me advice and his two cents.

Sorry I just these posts now. If you speak Spanish or have a friend that speaks Spanish, setting up the ceremony is not that bad. I was quoted a ridiculous amount by one of the vendors to provide the service so I instead sought out my resources to help (Spanish speaking friends). If anyone is interested PM me your contact info and I will send you what I had. Not sure if it my info is up to date but the procedures should be more or less the same.

Happy New Year. I just happened to Come back here to get info for someone and saw the last post. You or anyone else can send me a PM and I will so my best to help.

I cannot remember and looked for my records but cant seem to locate it right now. From what I recall it was very affordable and worth it. Here is the updated contact info for the Mariachi Band cell phone is (984) 116 40 77 E-mail [email protected] Name: Jorge García

Quote: Originally Posted by samnicolerangel I just sent a message because I wanted to see if you could be of any help! My fiance and I are getting married in Playa Del Carmen next year and I have fallen in love with the chapel/church you two were married in! Can you please forward any information you have to help me get in contact with the church. Thanks in advance!!! My personal e-mail address is [email protected] I just sent you an email back. I was quoted by Ajua for around $1500 US to do the legwork for me in setting up my Catholic wedding at this church. I thought that was way too steep/ridiculous for something that shouldn't cost more than $200 of my time. Anyway I did it myself and it was pretty easy.

Quote: Originally Posted by breeze616 Does anyone know of a Canadian Wedding Insurance company? I never found any. Fortunately nothing bad happened on the wedding day.

Quote: Originally Posted by Future Mrs. M Can you tell me how many people fit in this limo? We have 8 groomsmen and 6 bridesmaids... I don't remember it being that big. I am sure 10 people can fit comfortably but 14 might be tight.

Quote: Originally Posted by jennster_04 wow! oh my gosh haha ok well now this makes me want to put a little more effort into my wedding haha your wedding was so beautiful I was a groomzilla so you had 100% from 2 people for our wedding haha

Quote: Originally Posted by Future Mrs. M I keep coming back to your review because you have so much helfpul info on here! As I go through my list each month I find that you have more info that I may need:) Can you please tell me the prices you got from these: Passport Invites - they are amazing! Doranna - how much was it for your wife's hair/makeup/trial..also did you guys use her for bridesmaids other family members etc.? Sarao - how much was it for that frame w/drapes&setup? I love the drapes look and how it transforms a space into your own wedding unique feel. Do you have their contact info? THANK YOU THANK YOU! Memory is a bit fuzzy but looking back at our budget Passport Invites ~$5 per invite Doranna Trial - ~$100 Wedding - ~$200 Bridesmaids, moms = resort hairdresser - $75 per person Sarao Tarsicio Leyva <[email protected]> ~$2500

Check out Sarao. They did a great job on my wedding. http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-resort-55448/

Highly recommend Doranna! Wife's hair stayed regardless of heat + salsa/contemporary/tango first dance and 2+hrs of salsa dancing. And our friend did my wife's makeup. They both worked together at the same time while I suntanned and had a beer. There were no problems.

Quote: Originally Posted by allieo I have a question for those of you who have been to the Occidental Grand Xcaret - we want to have a rough itinerary for everyone (meet at certain spots once a day or so to get everyone together). Does anyone have any recommendations on where a group of 30-40 people could casually meet up? By the lobby bar or by the bar by the stage. However I would suggest to bring 2 way radios. Everyone is on vacation mode and time really means nothing.

Quote: Originally Posted by SandalGirl The seafood place is the prettiest in my opinion, but I'm pretty sure you can only do private reception there. I did mine at the Sonora grill, on the patio outside though, and it was beautiful - much more private. I wouldn't worry about Ivonne, I met her during my stay and she seemed just as competent as Marialma. They do weddings almost every day, sometimes a few in a day - they know what they're doing! You can do a semi private reception there as well in the Seafood restaurant. I seen it the week I got married.

Quote: Originally Posted by jaccat15 Did everyone have to put their bags thru the new scanners? My fiance and I just went down for a wedding Memorial Day weekend and Customs now has X ray machine scanners to see exactly what is in your luggage upon arrival. That kind of made me nervous for when we go for our wedding. Why would that scare you; there is a good chance they go through your luggage thoroughly anyway. As long as you have your receipts then you should be fine.

Try these 2 other priests Father James Hogan: 984-116-3373. He is the best one from the feedback I got and he did my wedding. Here is another one. Jorge Cataneda: 984-804-8870.

Quote: Originally Posted by anacj13 Wow what an amazing review!!!! It is so obvious that you guys spent a lot of time and effort planning your wedding! CONGRATS! =) Can you please let us know how much your Limo and vans pricing were? Also - would you happen to have any pics of the vans? We are also going to be needing transportation for our guests from the hotel to the chapel. Church - were you able to get an english speaking priest? What was his name? Mariachi - how much did this cost you guys for 45 minutes? I'm dying to get them but trying to find a good group at a good price! You guys did great work with your wedding planning! SO happy I found you! Sorry for the concise message, real busy but just wanted to respond quickly Limo = 400 USD for 4hrs, Lomas Transportation Van = 71 USD per van (fits 12 people comfortably or u can squeeze in 14), sorry no pics, but they are clean and have A/C, Playa del Carmen info English speaking Priest = Father James Hogan: 984-116-3373. He is the best one from the feedback I got. Here are others. Bernard Quinn: 984-876-3327. Jorge Cataneda: 984-804-8870. Mariachi = Coral del Caribe, [email protected] 350 USD for 45 minutes playing, 4 piece band

It's not that expensive. You have to put a downpayment when you reserve which is half the amount and pay the rest when you are there. I also had to pay the priest because he wasn't from that church. I found him. He just accepted a donation so I gave him $250US. I had 80 people and we fit perfect. 2 columns and 10 rows in each column, with 4 people in each row. Message me if you want more deets.

Quote: Originally Posted by TLC4Rock I have been trying to tell my brother that Brides are NOT the only ones that must wear white. That is an old tradition and smash the idea! I love the idea of the white linen suit. Can someone post pictures of your wedding so that I can see it all together? I just need some visuals. I will post more later with our wedding party and our guests. A tan suit is fine but beware lots of your male guests will be wearing tan also especially at a DW. If that guest is standing beside you in pictures he will also look like the groom lol. I have seen it before at other DWs.

If you use the search function on this site or even google 'mexico $300 customs' you will find answers Here is the official website http://www.aduanas.gob.mx/aduana_mex.../139_10178.htm Personal Items Exemption Pasajeros - Which items may be included in my personal luggage exempt from duty? - SAT México Which items may be included in my personal luggage exempt from duty? Goods for personal use, such as clothing, footwear and personal toiletries and beauty products, as long as they are appropriate for the duration of the trip, including wedding party items. Two photographic cameras or video recorders, 12 rolls of film or videocassettes; photographic material; two cellular telephones or radio phones; a portatil typewriter; an electronic calendar; a portable computer (laptop), notebook, omnibook or similar items; a copier or portable printer; a portable projector, and their accessories. Two sports equipment, four rods, three speedboats with or without sails and their accessories, trophies or recognitions, provided that they can be transported normally and commonly by the passenger, one stair climber and bicycle A portable radio for the recording or reproduction of sound or mixed tapes; or a digital sound reproducer or portable reproducer of compact discs and a portable reproducer of DVD’s, such as a pair of portable speakers, and their accessories. Five laser disks, 10 DVD disks, 30 compact disks (CD) or magnetic tapes (audiocassettes), for the reproduction of sound and five storage devices or memory cards for any electronic equipments. Books, magazines and printed documents. Five toys, —included those that are collectible— and a video game console and videogames. One device that permits measurement of arterial pressure and one for glucose, as well as medications of personal use; in the case of psychotropics the medical prescription should be shown. One set of binoculars and a telescope. Valises, trunks and suitcases necessary for the movement of goods. Passengers over 18 years of age, may introduce a maximum of up to 20 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars or 200 grams of tobacco and up to three liters of alcoholic beverages, and six liters of wine; in excess of the above, cannot be imported without complying with applicable regulations and restrictions. Baby travel accesories, such as strollers and baby-walkers Two musical instruments and its accessories. A camping tent and camping equipment, as well as their accessories. Handicapped or old travelers may introduce items for personal use, useful to have a better performance of their activities, such as walkers, wheelchairs, crutches and canes. A set of tools including its case, it might have a hand drill, wire cutters, wrenches, dices, screwdrivers, current cables, among others. Beddings, that will be able to include a set of matching sheets and pillowcases, a set of towels, a set of bath, a set of table linen and a set of kitchen. Up to two dogs or cats, maybe introduced as well as their accesories, provided that the corresponding zoosanitary import certificate issued by (SAGARPA) is presented to the customs officials.

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Use the search function to get a full list I would recommend Doranna

Quote: Originally Posted by prettypigpig I guess it is all about TEAM WORK! I will split my stuffs between my FI, sisters, brother...parents...future in laws...LOL Totally! Delegate delegate delegate! Make it easier on yourself

Quote: Originally Posted by Jess3414 Thanks for all the advice here. I originally thought to ship all of my OOT stuff but after reading some scary stories from other brides of their stuff not making it so now I plan to carry on. I want to understand...what's the deal with the $300 limit? Everyone is saying keep things around or under $300...is there a specific reason for that? Or just to avoid paying a duty tax on things?? What if some of my receipts have amounts higher than $300? (I ordered lots of things all at once and had a couple of large orders...) When I got my Mexican customs form it says goods you bring in must be under $300 excluding certain things like laptops, iPod players etc. Basically just keep it under $300 to be safe. Like it was said, just make some fake receipts if you total over $300 and just make the prices a lot lower than you paid for them. Split them up if you have to amongst people you are going with. A program like MS word or excel will easily do this for you. It's really not that hard.