Mel&B

Hi Ladies, I bought a heart rate monitor, and I wanted to see how many calories I burned on level two. The problem is that my monitor wouldn't pick up my heart rate. This is my post about it; http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t37770 If any has any help they can offer, I'd appreciate it. I'm now rotating between Level 2 and 3 and Level 2 is finally get easier.

Hi Ladies, I bought a heart rate monitor, and I wanted to see how many calories I burned on level two. The problem is that my monitor wouldn't pick up my heart rate. This is my post about it; http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t37770 If any has any help they can offer, I'd appreciate it. I'm now rotating between Level 2 and 3 and Level 2 is finally get easier.

I just bought a Sigma Onxy Balance heart rate monitor. I went on a 4.5 mile run yesterday. I ran at a pretty fast pace, and I was a little disappointed to see that I only burned about 400 calories. However, I was still excited to be using my heart rate monitor. This morning, I tried to use it while I did Level 2 of Gillian's 3o Day Shred. The Shred makes my heart pound, but my watch didn't pick up my heart rate at all. I had it on correctly, and I did wet the sensors. I am so confused and irritated!!! Does anyone have any advise? Has this happened to you? Lastly, where do you wear the strap? Inside your sports bra and right below the boobs? Or below the bottom of your sports bra and slightly lower on your chest? Thanks for your help!

I just got caught at work with tears in my eyes! I thought I was alone, but a co-worker came in and I had to explain that I was watching this video. It's so beautiul- I love it. Do you watch it 100 times a day? I'm don't have a videographer, but now I want one!

Smith3576, your travel agent rocks! I can't believe how many gorgeous and unique hotels there are in the area. My honeymoon is booked, but I'm enjoying this thread so much! You ladies are great researchers.

Has anyone worn a heart monitor while doing level 2? I run a lot and also take spin, so I feel like I'm in fairly good shape, but level 2 works me to death! I feel like jello every time at the end! I'm just wondering if anyone has an idea of how many calories it burns?

I'm getting the mariachi's based on Lindsay's recommendation, but I have no idea what they sound like. We are also bringing in our own minister. Sorry, I can't be a help on that one!

I still have tears in my eyes from laughing as I watched your first dance video. It was hysterical, and I loved it!!! You two seem like such a fun couple. Thanks for posting a new PF review! I can't wait to see all of your gorgeous pics! HINT HINT! I'm especially glad you liked the hair person. It's the one thing I worry about. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I still have tears in my eyes from laughing as I watched your first dance video. It was hysterical, and I loved it!!! You two seem like such a fun couple. Thanks for posting a new PF review! I can't wait to see all of your gorgeous pics! HINT HINT! I'm especially glad you liked the hair person. It's the one thing I worry about. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I think the Hershey's Bars are an excellent idea! I think a lot of favors are a waste, but who doesn't love a Hershey's Bar?

Quote: Originally Posted by dushantz Hi, I'm strongly considering Playa Fiesta for my wedding. I have a tight budget and I was wondering what anyone did to keep costs down. With our flights/accommodation its getting pricey. Is Lindsey helpful for suggesting budget conscience alternatives? To save money, I am not getting flower centerpieces for the tables. I'm getting the largest candle package to compensate for the lack of flowers. I'm not sure what "tight" means for you, but I would just go through all of Playa Fiesta's packages and see how much the total would be for all of the most basic options.

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniebey I didn'tl be having? I am estimating 40 people...and 6 at a table...so 7-8 tables is what I'm planning on. The cake also seems pretty pricey. $7 a slice I think. But I think it's worth it. It would be weird not to have a cake. The tables seat 8, I believe. They are 59 inch rounds. I think the cake price is about average, maybe a bit more. I just like the fact that I don't have to find my own vendors. I love the full-service that PF offers.

Congrats Amanda! Love the pool pics!

Quote: Originally Posted by Bunsie3 Kate- make sure you bring a coat to San Diego because we have had rain and a cold streak the last few days. It has been in the low 60's which is pretty cold for us for this time of the year. The weather has been all over the place. Last week was in the high 70s. Ok, Bunsie, you have me cracking up. I lived in SD for 9 years, so I totally understand that the low 60's feels cold. But I live in Atlanta now, and it was 9 degrees for several mornings this week, and Kate is from MN, where it get even colder. Enjoy the SD weather! I miss it so much!

Today's is Kate's wedding at Playa Fiesta! I know she'll be excited to see this thread when she returns. Give her a shout if you can: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t36708

Quote: Originally Posted by Bunsie3 Was anyone else taken back by the cost of flowers there? Flowers are expensive! I was pretty surprised. Quote: Originally Posted by jenniebey DB2B - We're just about 9 months away but that will go so fast. It's probably a lot closer than we think!! We booked at PF 8 months ago. Time does fly!

Kate, Happy Wedding Day!!! I asked Lindsay to say hello earlier in the week. I hope you are having the time of your life. I can't wait to hear all about it. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

I don't think you should feel guilty about changing things. I'm under the impression that Lindsay has base packages available, and you are free to bring extras and make modifications. However, I don't really see her as a wedding designer, like Mishka. I think we can go as crazy as we want, but it's kind of up to us, KWIM? Once I realized how much "stuff" I would have to bring into PV to really jazz up the table settings, I scaled back my ambitions a little bit!

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniebey I feel like there is so much to be done, but I feel like I'm making progress. Here is what I've done so far: Partial Takeover (20 Rooms) Nov 3-8 DE#2 BMs & GMs asked and accepted Wedding Website up and running (needs a few tweaks) Save the Dates arrived yesterday (will address and mail this weekend) Color - Kiwi Green and Chocolate Brown Flowers - Cala Lilies and Mini Cala Lilies Trip scheduled to LA to go dress shopping with BMs and that's about it. Oh, and we just purchased our airline tickets today. So excited. I don't know why this makes it seem more real, but it does! We're going for 10 days. Next on my list to do is start pulling together ideas for invitations, center pieces, OOT, and DIY projects. Sounds like you are right on track. We are staying 10 days too- 7 at PF and 3 at the Riu Palace Pacifico.

Kate, thanks for posting the table runners! They are pretty. My dress is very light. I'm just putting it in a garmet bag and praying the flight attendants will hang it for me. Bunsie, your color scheme sounds awesome!

Kate, Great Suggestion! I just finished my checklist, so everything is fresh in my mind. For the girls getting married in several months, Lindsay will send you the checklist about 6 months before the wedding. I wouldn't stress about it until then. One day in November, it just showed up in my inbox, and we tackled it from there. Partial Takeover (20 rooms) D&E #1 (we are paying for this and not adding it to room prices). Fajita Bar on night one with fire dancers & drummers (this was extra $) Mex. BBQ on Thursday night (entertainment TBD) Vallarta Buffet for wedding night (we just really liked the items on this menu, even though it was a buffet) yellow petals on the aisle (FI choice and I'm letting him go with it) ivory roses and green mums for bouquets No table flowers Candle package #3 Ambiance package #2 We are getting the wood chairs. Expensive but look awesome! My colors and lime green and blue We are going to hang the programs on chairs like Kate did (I'm a copy cat!) We're going to try to make green table runners My mom made a bouquet wrap out of a doily my Grandma made My mom also made menu's for every evening- they are sooooo cute! I will post them later. Basically mom is going to town with the whole MOB thing and making lots of cute stuff. Fireworks Package #2 OOT Bags are mexican market bags. I LOVE them! I know I'm forgetting things, but there is the gist of it! Rooms- we did fill 20 rooms, but I'm nervous about cancellations. I wouldn't be surprised if someone did cancel. We do have people coming and not staying with us. I totally understand if someone can't come for 5 nights, but I really do think out guests staying at PF won't regret it! And I do think when it all shakes out, it doesn't save that much $ to stay elsewhere. This can be debated, but once people get to PF, I'll bet they will have wished they stayed there. That is just my 2 cents! I love that PF is now offering differnet packages- including 4 nights. That wasn't an option for us. One last word- LINDSAY ROCKS!!! I'm just chilling because I have so much faith in her. You can't really put a price on that!!!

Very, very cool!

Welcome Amber & Bunsie!

I need to start contributing to this thread. I have BD pics in 5 weeks and my first fitting in 4 weeks! I ran 5 miles this morning and I'm doing Jillian's Shred DVD tonight. I also need to cut down on my caloric intake- big time.

Kate, thanks so much for starting this thread! I'm checking in. My name is Melissa and I'm getting married at Playa Fiesta on May 1st. I can't wait to hear about Kate's wedding when she returns next week! I'm in the middle to end stages of planning, and it's been a fantastic process. I'd love to "meet" the rest of the PF Brides on this thread!!! I know we all have questions to be asked and information to share.