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Quote: Originally Posted by Simistar lol:-) I kept one for myself too and wear it ALL the time!:-) Thanks so much for you help! I am so glad I went with the choice. It was a great find and bargain!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Jingles202 Hi everyone! I'm a newbie and look forward to meeting other Brides who will be marrying at the Paraiso del Mar in Mexico. We are planning on getting married November 2010! Wish me luck with all this planning! Hi We have a whole area where the Iberostar girls chat...not sure if you ahve been there yet. go to the search and type in Iberostar and you will find us. You will find great info there. There are lots of girls from the Del Mar. or click on this link: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t27304

Quote: Originally Posted by Simistar Try this site for turquoise pashminas... Click on "scarves" on the main page: wholesale handbags designer style handbags evening handbags discount handbags purses jewelry and scarves I ordered our pashminas from here and they were great...and just $3.95 each! I got these one's too off Simistar's advice a while back and I love them! They really are an amazing value at $3.95! I actually wore mine today. Yep, I am keeping one for myself since I bought plenty and loved the color!

Quote: Originally Posted by dbellie1414 Don't get down it's all the wedding coordinators at the Iberostar's like to say 'no' not just the Lindo. Did you try an outside vendor? Maybe you can rent one for way cheaper, which is the case I found out with the Del Mar! Thanks, Dbellie. I will see what the WC gets back to me with and if she shoots me down again I will use your advice of looking into an outside vendor. Do you have one you recommend?

Quote: Originally Posted by CaliaA07 Thanks! I know she did say Behavioral interview and it's a panel of 3. I didn't know what that meant? Any more questions she might ask would be great. What part of Colorado are you in? I was also gonna do CASA again b/c I think it's an amazing organization but the closest one's to me are an hour to an hour fifteen away from me. I'm glad I waited b/c I could probably not take this job if I was an active CASA. It was a huge commitment but I'm so glad I did it. And my DH also says the same as you that my experience with that will help me so much at my interview and at this job. I would love to get more info from you...I have to go to town but I'll definitely PM you! I'll PM you with more details.

Quote: Originally Posted by CaliaA07 So if you been reading my other threads I finally quit nannying. I just couldn't do full time care for a baby when I wanted one so bad. I was just totally burnt out. My DH said I could stay home but I thought I would just keep an eye out for anything that really attracted me. Well I found one! It's a full time aide position for Social Services (CPS). I actually have experience from being a CASA (court appointed special advocate) Guardian at litem for kids in foster or state care. So I turned in my application and resume 2 weeks ago and kinda gave up cause they didn't call back. And then I sent in a follow up email and they called today!! I'm so nervous. I've never had a job that was like professional. Just being a nanny! I have to take a computer test to see how good I am with that and then interview in front of a panel. ACK! I'm really excited but so nervous. I wanted to be a social worker but never could afford to go to school so this could get my foot in the door. Plus I loved being a CASA and helping those kids. So any advice on interviewing I would so appreciate it. Especially those stupid questions like "What are your best qualities?" And what should I wear?!?!?! Hi My Fellow Colorado Friend! I might be able to help. I have exp working in Gov't, and I am also a career advisor. I also was in training to be a CASA, but my schedule wouldn't allow me to continue. It was a massive commitment, so yay for you! That is an amazing accomplishment! Gov Interviews can be panel... Usually 3 people asking you questions, taking turns. They might have the questions written down for you on the table, so you can see them, or not when you interview. You will usually have a series of interviews, can be 1-3 interviews. Testing is standard as well to help narrow the list of candiates. It will also most likely be a behavioral interview. See link: Behavioral Interviewing So those are not the typical, "Tell me about yourself" questions; although that is a good one to practice as it can be hard for most! Practice and preparation are key. First, please don't discount your experience. Saying things like, "Just a Nanny", don't represent who you are professionally. A nanny is a very noble profession that not just anyone can do. (my mom is a Nanny, and I know I could never do it! ) It requires many skills that a social working needs! Also your exp as a CASA is huge! That is a great position and many in the role of Social workers take on that job too. There are many transferrable skills working as a CASA to a Social Worker. So you have it in the bag if it is what you want! Use your experiences. Relate the questions ask to your expereince in that role and you will do fine! This is a great foot in door! You are more than qualified to be in Human Services since you already do it as a CASA. Here is a link to the other interivew areas you might need, typical questions, do's and don't ect. The best advice I can give you is to know your value and experience as a Nanny and a the CASA...then you will know this job is yours for the taking!!! Good luck! Best! Interview Questions: Job Interview Questions and Answers Ten Tough Interview Questions and Ten Great Answers One of my fav sites, A-Z on the job search...and interviews, etc. http://rileyguide.com/

Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 Hi Bess, I haven't heard back from Martha yet. I actually got my email returned again the other day and sent it back. I find this interesting, because the canopy I used for our ceremony was owned by the Grand. hmmmm... I even saw them take it out of where it was stored and set it up the day of. I was told at first I would have to rent it for $300 USD, but then she said they bought one so it was mine for no fee. I'd be interested to see what Martha has to say. But again - I am almost positive the Maya/Lindo has something very similar to this canopy. Keep us posted as will I. -Kristin Thanks, Kristin. I looked back at some pics from a Lindo wedding I found and they had a smaller canopy for their wedding. So I sent the pic and asked, "well what about this pic?" we will see what she says. I am a little down on the WC at the Lindo right now...it seems everything i ask is a no or an extra fee. I had hoped they would be more like the WC at the Grand and try to accomdate. Maybe I am just being sensitive. We'll see what she says. Thanks again for asking for me. I apprecaite it. So we also decided not to do the Los Vitrales Room. We are doing an AHR so we can do our first dances then, we will just do the dinner at the Steakhouse and have our cake served there. Is anyone else doing that too?

SO I am so sad...I got this email from Toni about the Canopy....booo!!!! "Dear. Bess I have contact to Marha and she gives to me the information this is an external person who makes the canopy the price is 400us or smaller one 300us Kind regards Antonieta Muro"

iberostar09 Thanks! I looked at her site and she has some great works of art! I will see if any of my girls are int too! Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by jpitts78 You'll probably have to login into the site, but this site has lots of information about the Iberostars: Login The restaurant menus are found in the General - Iberostar Hotels & Resorts section Oh hey, Jpitts, I just saw after I posted you found this one too! Great minds think alike.

Quote: Originally Posted by trevess Does anyone know where I can find a link to the restaurants and their menus? (We are at the Lindo and the Grand) I was looking at them a few weeks back but now I can't find it for the life of me. Any help would be appreciated. We leave Friday morning! Hi trevess, Have you been on the Mr. iberostar site? If you search the forums for the Lindo all sorts of info comes up including restaurants. You can also search the Grand. THis might be helpful. Wow, two days! Yay! Congrats! Search these links http://www.iberostar-board.com/board...hp?board=112.0 But I think this is the one you want. http://www.iberostar-board.com/board...hp?topic=515.0

Quote: Originally Posted by Danyelle Just curious if your destination wedding trip is also serving as your honeymoon. Will you stay longer at same hotel? Go to diff hotel on same island? Fly to new location all together? Take a cruise? etc etc.... I'd love to hear your plans. FI and I have not yet decided. Hi Danyelle, So after 6 days in Mexico with 30 of our closest friends and fam, we are coming home for 2 days, then we are off to our dream trip of Australia and New Zealand. We travel often as this is our passion. We are so excited. Yes, we will have lots of debt, but totally worth it! You can't take it with you. Good luck to you!

Thanks ladies. Yeah, our AHR is a very casual party, but we are having a band. hehe They are awesome too! So I have this as my debate. I like the idea of wearing it again, but does it matter if the party is very casual?

Quote: Originally Posted by Jeannie Hi Ladies...I could be wrong, but I think the Lindo does have one of these. I saw these picture from a review on the Mr. Iberostar site. This is what I want too and assumed they were the "new" decorations that I had heard the Lindo bought but can you post when you find out? Link to pics: http://alysonjermainemexico2009.shutterfly.com/ Thanks! Jeannie THose were great! Thanks for posting! I started to tear up when I saw the place I will be married in three months! Arrgg, now I'm gonna cry. Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 Hi Bess, I will go ahead and send an email to Martha, no problem. I'll keep you posted if it gets bounced back again. Keep me posted with what you hear back from your WC, I'm pretty sure as well that I was told the Lindo/Maya had one but they wouldn't let me use it at the Grand. I'm not sure the actual type of flower my hair piece is, it's fake, and I ordered it from Etsy.com. I sent the girl you made it some lace from my dress and she incorporated it into it. If you are looking for a hair flower, I would be more than happy to send her vendor name and a picture!? I loved it!! -Kristin Thanks so much for doing that Kristin. You rock! I would love the contact info for your girl, your flower is too pretty! Thanks again! Much appreciated!

[Quote) OMG! These are amazing! I want them....but I have to pay rent. hehe...what a great find!!! Lucky girl! Wow!

I have a question for the other previous brides too, for the flowers and ceremony decor: What is natutral white. vs. Tropical? Any ideas or pics? Which one do you think looks nicer? Thanks!

So for those having the AHR, are you wearing your dress or going with another outfit? Not sure!! i am so confused about this topic!

Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 BBtoB - our bamboo/chiffon canopy for the ceremony? I started working with Martha last November on actual details and I was pretty up front with her from the beginning that I was not one for a lot of decoration, all I wanted was a bamboo/chiffon canopy and sent her a picture of one (like the one we had). The arch normally provided by the Grand just wanted my personal taste and this is ALL I wanted. She first told me she would get one for me rented from a florist for $300/USD. We went back and forth for a few months because I didn't think I should have to pay. AND -I'm pretty sure one of the other Iberostars has one because I had talked to another bride who used one. But then she told me that even if the Lindo/Maya had one I couldn't use it because they are different resorts..blah blah! So we basically went back and forth until 1 month before the wedding she emailed me and surprised me saying that she got the approval to buy one for the Grand and at no fee it was mine for the wedding day (and also for any future bride ) AND - it was exactly what I wanted. So just another reason I felt Martha and the Grand went above and beyond on our requests. BUT - I wonder if you could request to see if the canopy from the Grand could be used?? I dont see why not if there isn't another wedding going on? I'd be happy to email Martha to ask her or send you pictures if you would like? Hope that helped! -Kristin Wow! I really appreciate you offering to send an email to Martha to ask if you don't mind. That is so nice! I already sent one to our WC, but it usually takes a couple days for her to get back to me. That would be so generous of your time. I love the canopy and think it just adds so much! Thank you so much! We are staying at the Grand for our wedding night and the remainder of our stay, and so I loved to read all the tips you gave on trip advisor. I love that site! Almost as much as I love this one. Thanks again! Bess p.s. I love your hair flower! Gorgeous! What kind of flower is that?

Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 Happy Monday! I am still working on my BDW review but just in case anyone was interested in reading my trip advisor review on the GRAND I will attach the link so you can take a peek. Obviously this was focused on the Grand and to make a few special comments to the employees that made our stay memorable, but my review for BDW will focus more on the actual wedding day and leading up to it. Dream Wedding & Honeymoon - Review of Iberostar Grand, Playa Paraiso, Mexico - TripAdvisor That was a great review! Thank you! I was wondering wear Martha found that Canopy you used? I sent an email to the Lindo WC to see if they have one as well. I loved that touch! It was perfect...I hope I can get one too. May I ask how much was this? Thanks again!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by trevess UPDATE: The WCs finally responded to me today. Thanks to everyone for the advice and information. We leave Friday morning! AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!! I will be sure to post when we get back. I'm even meeting up with LindoBride (Carla) while I'm there...can't wait! (((((Bride scurries off to pack and do other wedding-related stuff!))))) That is awesome! Good luck and congrats to you both on your big days! Can't wait to hear all about it when you come back.

Quote: Originally Posted by trevess PLEASE HELP! I have been emailing the WCs at the Lindo for months now, and they have always gotten back to me within a few days. More recently, they responded much more quickly because my wedding date is nearing (April 14th!) For several days now, I have been emailing them with NO RESPONSE. The email I sent today even was SENT BACK to me! I am worried that their email is down or that they changed email or something. I have LOTS of questions I need answered before we leave in a week! ARRRGGG!!!!!!!!!!! Can anyone PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE either get me the contact info for the other WCs (at the Grand, Mar/Beach) or get me the new contact info for the Lindo/Maya WCs?!?!?! I'm starting to get nervous here..... TIA! Hi Trevess, I am sorry you are having no response. I got an email yesterday for Toni, here is the address: [email protected] Probably the same you have! ...maybe the server is down? I hope you get through! Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by kiki317 We're going anyways. I'm not going all the way to Mexico and NOT seeing the pyramids! also, we'll be going scuba diving too. i'm not gonna worry about any of that- I'm being positive Yeah, that is how we are feeling too. I think I was more wondering if anyone had taken excursions lately and how did that go. FI and I had a talk and he said let's do it! We had so much fun at Xhel-Ha last time we are going back. It was amazing to swim with all the Sting Rays and 3 ft long fish! Life is too short to let fear rule. I never have before and not going to now! Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by iberostar09 ahhh, finally figured out my avatar and signature picture after 2 days..haha! Thanks paraisobeachbride for the help! More to come on the Grand... I want to get married at the Grand, wow, the pic is great! I love the set up!

Quote: Originally Posted by Jacilynda I personally think that this topic really goes along w/ the safety in mexico. any of the girls who said it would be safe in that thread are probably going to say the same thing here that they still have intentions of doing their excursions. I have yet to hear of someone cancelling them. I think that you should just follow the same safety measures you would on vacation (just like the safety thread goes into detail about) Thank you for your thoughts.