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Quote: Originally Posted by bmlynch hello ladies. im so bad at replying on this blogs. So i sent my save the date and i believe my family went alittle to crazy and we invited 270 people and so far 50 people booked.for nov.. getting nervous the hotel wont be able to hold that many people on the beach!! I have been working with Carole and has responded well to me and my fiance. But the rates she has given me the internet prices beat which is bothering me a lot anyone else having this problem? I am with you on the TA rates vs the internet rates. We still have not fully decided whether or not to go through a TA. My parents say that they rather book themselves, if they can save 1-200 dollars on each person, that is a big chunk of change. I certainly know there are advantages to using a TA though, including if there are any problems. I am now starting to get VERY concerned about the potential of the resort overbooking - especially with so many weddings during our week. It seems that there's no real guarantee though, even TA's can't guarantee that you won't be bumped. I'm hoping that since it's low season there won't be as much of a chance of the resort selling out, but I really have no idea. And you ladies who are inviting so many people make me even more nervous! haha. Anyway, I don't know what we are going to do. I have found VERY reasonable rates on the internet....

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Quote: Originally Posted by Natalie79 I finally read through most of the thread!! hehe I just signed the contract for my 10-30-10 wedding at the Royal. I'm sorry to hear about all the difficulties everyone is having. My WC, Doreen has been great answering questions on the phone but is not too great over email. But it definitely seems super hectic over there. I went for a site visit a couple weekends ago, and the resort is amazing. We didn't get to stay there unfortunately, but we did have access to the Gran Porto, which is very nice too. Since I booked with the "new" pricing, the vendor fee was $350, so I am using the Royal's photographer. Luckily they use Dorremix for the DJ! I have a question about getting a group rate...They told me I need to put down a deposit for the 1st night of each room. That seems a little crazy to me. I tried getting a TA to help me with this but he said he can't get in touch with them. Does anyone have a block of rooms there without a deposit?? Welcome! I don't know anything about the group rate, sorry!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lisa DSO Thanks Jess, this really helped me because I've had a sick feeling in my stomach for 2 days, thinking I made the wrong choice in the Royal for my wedding. I was actually looking at another resort site again an hour ago, but you did make me feel better. I agree with all of you. I also think it's important to remember that we are planning weddings in a different country. Although this by no means excuses all the crap that some of you have gone through (and i haven't experienced it), I think this is part of having a destination wedding. My hairdresser got married at the Iberostar a year ago november and she had a very hard time getting in touch with her WC prior to the wedding - i think this is a common thread among destination weddings. Perhaps partly a cultural difference (slower pace, etc), but I do believe that every one of us will come back from our weddings with a big huge smile on our faces!!!

Looks great!!! We are using the same fonts - both the writing and palm tree, love them!

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan I got my dress today!!!! it is starting to make everything feel so real - if anyone if in the NY,MA,CT area the shop is called The White Dress By The Shore and is absolutely amazing just wanted to share with my Royal brides have a great weekend everyone Thanks! I am in MA and will check it out online!

Quote: Originally Posted by allison&kevin Hey All! I am back from our spectacular wedding! It was perfect! We had a few issues, but it really is not worth sweating the small stuff, and overall everyone had a fabulous time. This thread really helped me out in the beginning of my planning stages, so thanks for that. Below is my review, I will post more pictures when I get them, just a few so far. Let me know if you have any questions too. Thanks! http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...9/#post1152717 Thanks for the review - congrats!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by RaychelRae Just something to keep in mind, and this is way out of left field, but when I was in Cancun on vacation we were told not to drink beer unless it was out of a bottle/can (or unless at your resort, but still be somewhat cautious) due to the whole "Don't Drink the Water" thing. Just a little FYI! I have never heard that, about beer. I was down there last year and had no problem drinking draft beer, in fact everyone does - the Mexican "house" beer (Dos Equis) is actually on tap at most resorts. You definitely can't drink the water and shouldn't even brush your teeth with tap water, but as long as it's filter it's ok....

Quote: Originally Posted by celine Hi Ladies. Has anyone used Victor Herrera Photography? Any reviews would be appreciated! If you do a search you can find people who have used him - I think there might even be a thread of girls who have....I think they've said good things about his work.

Quote: Originally Posted by TA Jill It's actually 16+ You're right - not sure why i thought it was 18+! Thanks for clarifying

Quote: Originally Posted by Natalie79 I'm also in the process of booking with Adrian, his photos look great and well worth the price. I'm so glad he was available! There is an outside vendor fee at the Royal Playa del Carmen?? Because I'm planning on bringing a DJ in too. I hope it's not too much! Hey Natalie - there is, i think it was just recently changed to $300. However, I also think that if your photographer is staying at the Royal you can get the fee waived - I would talk to your WC.

Quote: Originally Posted by Shirley_Ken Hey girls, I hope that your holidays went well! I have been MIA a bit with the forum, there was a lot of catching up to do! That is crazy that you are all having problems with communication. I am not sure if my wedding planner has had these problems, mostly she has been fighting with Air Canada, because they are not very good with their customer service. Anyway, I was just wondering if anyone had any advice about the age restriction at the resort. I know it is 16+, but my FI has an uncle who wants his daughter to come, she will be 15 and a half. Do you think they are flexible with the age a bit, or are they super anal about it? Thanks! Shirley (October 28th, 2010) Shirley - The Royal is an adults only resort, meaning guests have to be 18+. Those under 18 and families can stay at the Gran Porto and attend the wedding ceremony and reception.

Quote: Originally Posted by TA Jennifer The policy at all resorts that if they sell out the guests who have booked elsewhere will still need a day pass- the Royal has been incredibly popular this year-probably the hottest resort in Riviera Maya for weddings! They allow children at the weddings & reception plus the prices are amazingly low, still about 30-45% lower than what we saw at the beginning of last year! That also explains why the wedding department is overwhelmed! I can not stress enough to have your guests book ASAP and that if the resort sells out-which is highly likely- that they are responsible to pay the day pass! That should get them to hurry up! Thanks Jennifer - very helpful for everyone!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan Hi Trinas, how many of your guests have booked so far? None of ours have they have all just started to contact our travel agent this week. Hi. We haven't sent out the invitations yet so no one has booked - we actually haven't even booked our trip yet (although are going to very soon!!) I want to get the invites out within the next month, which will give people plenty of time to plan. I imagine everyone will book at their own rate.

Quote: Originally Posted by LeslieJohn2010 Hi girls, I'm planning my wedding on Nov 27th, but am worried about room affordability and availability since it's a holiday week. Does anyone have any recent info or rates to give me an idea. I've been checking their site and other travel sites and see the low $300 range. Do they give better rates if you book in advance and several rooms? Also, how is the size of the beach in November? Thanks again! Hi My wedding is shortly before yours and I have started researching rates as well. I don't have too much to offer you but I do know that the room rates can change pretty often. Having said that, I'm not exactly sure how much they will fluctuate or lower. My guess is that they won't lower significantly - after all the resort is 5 star and all-inclusive. But that's just my hunch...I don't plan on booking through the hotel, it's MUCH cheaper to go through a website where you can get package deals (if not going through a travel agent). You can almost get a package for the price of just the room, through the resort. I do know that November isn't considered their high season, though...

Quote: Originally Posted by medina HELLO, I am new to this site and I am considering the Royal in playa del carmen as well. My wedding isn't going to be until feb 2011. I am considering del sol photography does anyone know what they charge? I would like to have them for about 4-5 hours and also do a trash the dress session.....any info would be great thanks!! hi. Your best bet is probably to just email them directly and get a quote. I had one, at some point in time, and forget the exact numbers (they differ for Matt and his wife vs their assistants) but they averaged around 5k. They aren't cheap!!

Quote: Originally Posted by olsontco thank you!!! I loved my dress... it was perfect for me and for the setting! What time are you getting married? Our ceremony was at 4:00 (although we were late) and we did have time to take some photos. It did seem like we were rushed to get the photos in. I think someone on here was talking about taking photos before the ceremony and I kind of wish we would have done this. Although it messes up the first look at the ceremony I know the first look anyway will be amazing. ALso, alot of the lighting depends on the time of year... so, you might be fine! Thanks so much for all the compliments... teri Hi Teri - My ceremony will be at 4, as well. Originally I was told it would be at 5 but I guess because of the whole daylight thing, it's better to have it at 4. With that, around what time did your reception start? I'm a little concerned that with the time being pushed back, the entire wedding will be done with by 8:30 (1/2 hour for cocktail and reception lasting 3 hours). How did your time line work out?? Also, was your dance floor the one that the resort provides? It looks a little small, how did you guys feel about it? thx!! Thx

Quote: Originally Posted by Jules2222 Also, does anyone know FOR SURE, if guests at the GRAN PORTO can attend the wedding and reception at the Royal? Thanks! J They are. Guests are allowed over from the Gran a 1/2 hour before the start of the ceremony.

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan Hi Lisa, I am using a TA from this forum, Jill. She has been wonderful and they have lots of experience. If you click on the banner at the top and fill out the form a TA that specializes in Mexico will be in touch. Hey Jess - I just contacted Jill the other day and heard back from her. Are you still using her as your TA? I just want to find someone who will try to find the best rates and is helpful....

Quote: Originally Posted by FutureMrsYak Hi Ladies! Based on the web site, looks like the wedding packages are the same for Royal and Real correct? I am undecided which I should do the wedding at. Any pro's or con's anyone can think of? I have been back and forth on this for 2 months!! Do you mean that the prices are the same for the Royal and the Gran Porto?? Real is the name of the resort company name ("The Real Resorts"), so I'm not sure if you are referring to the actual resorts themselves, or not....

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan wow thats great you are getting so much done! It is a good idea to give guests a lot of time to plan and save up. We accomplished our first biggest goal, our wedding web site www.jnj.wedsite.com We are going to have the website as a keep sake and put it on a CD after. I also will be going wedding dress shopping next saturday and the saturday after that. Apperantly I am sort of late in the game lol I was going to wait till May but thankfully I called and ask when I should start looking. I found out it takes 6 months just to get the dress and than all the fittings. Well happy shopping and make sure to take pictures to show us Great webisite, Jess! I might have missed this in previous posts, but, you aren't having your reception at the resort (or, I don't know what the Kool Beach Club is...)? I got an email from Jill regarding her TA services, I totally agree with you all that a TA is the way to go. I will talk to her more to see if she's the one we want to work with...do you have a sense of how far out you guys will book your trip - I just thought about it today and there are 3 of us having our weddings on the 11th and 12th! Me, you and Randi will have to meet up for a celebratory-bridal beverage!!

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan wow thats great you are getting so much done! It is a good idea to give guests a lot of time to plan and save up. We accomplished our first biggest goal, our wedding web site www.jnj.wedsite.com We are going to have the website as a keep sake and put it on a CD after. I also will be going wedding dress shopping next saturday and the saturday after that. Apperantly I am sort of late in the game lol I was going to wait till May but thankfully I called and ask when I should start looking. I found out it takes 6 months just to get the dress and than all the fittings. Well happy shopping and make sure to take pictures to show us Well if you are late in the game then I am behind you!! I haven't even thought about dress shopping yet - I've looked on some things online but not ventured to the stores yet....We are finishing up renovations on a house we bought over the summer, so we can move in - it's a bit hectic but I guess I should get my move on!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lady_Di From what I hear, the resort's coordinators are not supposed to be communciating with the brides. That is what US coordinators are for. So maybe that's why there are lot of issues with the cordinators at the royal. They are supposed to get in touch with the brides two weeks before their wedding. That is true...I learned this just a few weeks ago, about 4 months after sending in my deposit - I am working with Michelle at the resort but apparently was supposed to be assigned someone in the States...Not sure what happened, and it's not the end of the world, but it's getting harder to get answers to my questions.... Kerri

I am in the process of finding a TA to use - do the ones through here work to find the best prices?? It's so hard to know because the prices are always fluctuating, anyway, but I really want to use someone who will help to get the best prices possible! Kerri