Angela139

Welcome to the forum Ladybug! Lots of tips and information to be found here

Welcome to the forum Heather! Congrats on the engagement

I'd love to join you ladies if it is an open invitation! I live in T.O., but may be able to travelto meet you, depending on the date and time (I don't drive so FI will need to be convinced to chauffeur me for the day lol).

What a cute story! I met my FI at a club too, but it was through mutual friends, so I doubt that it counts. But I have several friends who have met "the one" that way - it's clearly possible!

What a great idea! I'm sure it will go over really well!

Hi MrsSmigs, The first thing we did was to contact a travel agent to get some rates. I suppose you should have a destination in mind first - we did - but I think that TAs can also help you choose one. We then booked with our TA, and did our guest list - now we're working on STDs and/or invites. Happy Planning!

Hi Everyone, I will be getting married at the Majestic, and am wondering whether I am able to write our own vows, and whether (and to what extent)these can be integrated into the ceremony. I understand that the officiator must say his bit in spanish in order for it to be legal...do any of you know whether we can still have our vows in English? Can these replace the ones the officiator uses, or would we have to do both? Thanks!! Angela

Hi Kristin! Welcome to the forum, and happy planning!

Hi Katie, congrats on the engagement!! Welcome to the boards

Hi Heather, Congrats and welcome! I am from Ontario as well This forum is a great resource!

Congrats on the engagement and welcome to the forum! I think blue bridesmaids dresses will look lovely

Hi Amy, congratulations and welcome!!

Welcome! This forum is a great resource

Nice to meet you as well Unnur! Welcome to the forum, and happy planning!

Welcome to the forum Jen!

My weight loss plan is actually pretty simple and basic, but it is working so well!! I've lost 17.5 pounds in about two months, hope to lose another 15 to 20 (my bmi will be "normal" after another 15). Basically, I eat breakfast now, never did before - I have a protein shake every morning, which is made using skim milk, fat free yogurt, frozen fruit and all-natural whey proten powder. I eat salads for lunch (but they're huge), and control my dinner portions. I also don't eat within 2 hours of going to bed. I hadn't been working out until this week - now I'm trying to get 30 minutes of cardio in three to four times a week, and weights for 20 minutes on the same schedule. For me, the key has been to take a no-gimmicks approach - eat healthy food, smaller portions, and move more. lol But seriously, the weight has been melting off! I'm down two dress sizes already!

I haven't been to the Bahia Principe, but I HAVE been to the Majestic, and we are actually getting married there. I can tell you that the Majestic is STUNNING and truly is a 5 star resort (by dominican standards, anyway). It is also rated number 1 on trip advisor. The Bahia Principe is rated 9. I'd suggest reading the reviews on trip advisor, and try narrowing your search to include only those reviews that include the word "wedding" - very very helpful!!! Based on my own experience at the Majestic and the reviews of both resorts on trip advisor, I would definitely recommend the Majestic for a wedding. Either way, I'm sure it will be beautiful - happy planning!!

Congrats on the engagement Jennifer! Welcome to the forum!

Yay! We've just finalized our group rates with our TA, and I can't WAIT for our first booking!

Great pics!! Love the location and colours

LOL - love it!!

Hi Gail, Have you tried tripadvisor? The site has all kinds of first-hand reviews on resorts, and provides so much helpful information! You can also search the resort reviews for only those reviews by brides and guests at weddings, which I found really, really helpful when I was trying to make a decision. Good luck with whatever you choose!

Congrats!!! Welcome to the forum - this place is an incredible ressource, I'm sure you'll find all the information you need here!

Jaime, you dress is beautiful! And you look GORGEOUS in it Congrats!!

Sending all of my good vibes your way!!! Good luck - I am sure that whatever you decide (bathing suites included!) it will be amazing.