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Quote: Originally Posted by ourvm jmb0902 - thanks for the input. I actually thought that Dreams Tulum was more like 2hrs away. I do like the fact that Dreams Tulum is more spread out - enough space if we want some alone time. Did you do a site visit prior to deciding on this location? And if so, did Dreams provide a discount? Also love your TTD teaser photos - they are amazing! Thanks!! We didn't do a site visit - so I can't help you out there. I would definitely go through a TA, the costs were much lower and it was so much easier to keep track of everyone and making sure they got transport.

Quote: Originally Posted by ourvm Taranyc: Thanks for your input. The reason you stated echoes all that have been written regarding Dreams RC - that's why we can't decide anymore. The ride to Dreams Tulum may be a little long for some of our elderly guests especially after a long flight. (Is it really 2 hours ride from CUN airport?) Really a bummer that Dreams RC didn't consider the privacy factor when they designed the resort. I really liked the contemporary, clean look of the resort. We need a kid-friendly resort so DRC was at the top of our list. Now we're not sure anymore, it seems like we are back to square one ... DT is about 90 minutes from the airport - which you're right, was a little much for my grandmother (there's not much to look at, etc.)... but overall I think it was fine. Everyone on our van just stopped for beer/snacks before we got started and the time flew by! We had all the transportation set up through our TA. DT is also SUPER kid-friendly, so you shouldn't worry about that. We were there over Thanksgiving so there were a lot of families/kids. I have heard nothing but good things about the Explorer's Club. To speak to DT's ambience - I will say it does not have the "sleek modern" look that some of these other chain resorts have... it is way more authentic and detailed than those (although still immaculate in terms of cleanliness). Our photogs loved the fact that it had all these great details and wasn't streamlined like other resorts they had been to in Cancun.

Quote: Originally Posted by taranyc Hi. If anyone does have the 2009 wedding planner guide, can you please email it to me at [email protected]? Thank you! tt Hey Tara - I just sent it to you as a pdf attachment to your email. Let me know if you have issues =)

Quote: Originally Posted by Mccrary I hope we are all just looking into this a bit much. HOPE. I have a travel agent who is following up with the $20 menu for me I am also emailing the resort to see if I will get the same response as the TA will receive on the menu. If this isnt happen ($20 menu) I also do not want to spend the extra money on additional pp 112 is alot to spend pp. Has anyone thought of having a dinner in one of the restaurants than having a private event for 3 hours? I know it takes away from the reception but it has crossed my mind? Anyone else having the same feelings? Mccrary- While I was there, we did see a "free option" reception at the World Cafe. There were about 30 pp in the party and they had 4 long tables set up in a square for them and the cake set up next to it, etc. I think it would definitely be something for people to look in to esp. since it sounds like they have cut out the $20pp restaurant menu option.

Quote: Originally Posted by Cheri I just went through your planning thread--nicely done!! I have to ask you where you got your cake topper. Hilarious!! I may copy your letter you sent out a month prior if you don't mind! I actually bought it on Ebay... it was kind of expensive, but totally worth it! The little lantern lights up and everything! I may be selling it soon, so be on the look out

Quote: Originally Posted by Cheri Is Mexican Fiesta on the beach or around a pool area? Thanks for your input! When we were there, it was next to El Patio... which is pretty out of the way, and it seemed like sound was contained pretty well. You'll have to look at a map, it's hard to explain it's location... sorry

Quote: Originally Posted by Cheri Hi All! I just realized that the resort is hosting Mexican Party night the same night as my wedding. Does anyone know if this will pose a problem? I'd hate to be competing for sound. I wish I would have known this, I would have scheduled my wedding for Wednesday night instead, and took the group to Mexican night. I actually feel bad that my guests will have to miss it! For anyone just planning, Mexican Party night is every Tuesday and Caribbean night is every Friday. Just an FYI! Cheri- We moved our reception to the Dolphin pool due to this reason... we thought the relax pool was a little too close to all the action. It ended up working out better--I liked the setup, the lighting, and the ambience (not to mention the bar and bathrooms are right there) of the Dolphin pool as compared to the end of the Relax pool. Just my opinion though!

Quote: Originally Posted by Cheri Hi Girls! I just got a response from Aurora stating I could hire my own DJ, but no sparklers or "cold fireworks" are allowed. Bummer!!! Have they been used there before?? We just got married on Nov 28th and used DJ Dorremixx (he was great!) who brought cold fireworks (and they were pretty impressive) that went off at the end of our first dance. We didnt' even think about asking if it was "allowed" - and he's worked there a lot so I think they know his routine!

Some people have asked where the hair flowers are from, and I wanted to make sure I got it to you, because they have beautiful faux flowers: Flower Hair Clips ::::: Late Bloomer Boutique ::::: Hair Flowers : Silk Rose * Gardenia * Lily Happy NYE!!!

Hey ladies! I forgot to post one of my DIY projects (a stenciled parasol with our initial and wedding date) that I ended up really loving (and that my photogs loved photographing with). Here is the original thread that I got the idea and help from: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...parasols-3273/ I tried to buy one online and it was $55 + shipping! Yikes!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mccrary Can any one suggest a photographer they used? I have already received a quote from Elizabeth Medina and have also emailed DelSol and Claudia Rodriquez. Any one use someone different? If you did do you have photos? Hey girl-- just a suggestion but have you looked at photogs in the States? I found that phenomenal photogs in the States cost the same (even with travel, etc.) as some of the people you mentioned above-- and they would even be with you for the rehearsal dinner, wedding, and TTD. I did the same thing at first, but then I branched out to photogs outside of Mexico and I couldn't be happier with my photog =)

Quote: Originally Posted by ddk5576 Amazing! You are awesome! Everything looked perfect! As it should with all of the planning and great organization! You looked Gorgeous! And this thread ROCKS!! btw- Don't forget about me here in Lexington, SC to unload some things!! Thanks so much! And don't worry I didn't forget you! Once I get everything organized (sorry Christmas snuck up on us when we got back!) I will let you know what I have and prices before I post them on the forum so you can get first dibs.

Quote: Originally Posted by slapsappyhappy Wow! I am blown away by your pics! I emailed her right away for a quote, but until she gets back to me was she under or over $5,000? I would love to use her for my wedding too! How did your groom feel about taking these pics lollol!!!! Hey! It all depends on what month your wedding is, and where, etc. because of travel costs and all that. Critsey is really good about getting back to you though, I'm sure you'll have an answer soon - sorry I couldn't help more than that =). Lance thought that the TTD/after session was awesome - he said it was one of his most favorite things about the whole wedding! I was totally surprised!

Quote: Originally Posted by Sita&Nate I heart the Stuart Weitzman Red pomposos!! And I can't find my size anywhere ( Jo, where did you get yours? Would you consider selling them? Hey! I got mine at Saks - I did a quick search and all I could find is white: Stuart Weitzman - Search Results - powered by Zappos. I'm sorry... mine wouldn't fit you =( I usually wear a 7 (just a word of advice these shoes are tiny... I would get a half size or size bigger if I could!).

Quote: Originally Posted by AchiCAp0547 Wow, your wedding looked absolutely amazing!! You are beautiful!! I really hope my wedding will look similar to the weddings on this website, as I have not a creative bone in my body. I do have one question- maybe I missed it somewhere on your thread, I'm sorry if I did! What menu option did you use? I haven't seen that menu in any of the other threads or on the Dreams website. Was it the gold or silver or?? Hey girl! It's okay - I didn't have it written in my planning thread. I used the Silver Menu- and as far as I know everything was great. The appetizers we had were amazing, definitely a hit - I'll make sure I include them in my review =)

Hey ladies! A quick word of advice-- if you are looking to use my templates, the background pics on the brochure (the seahorse, etc.) will not show up on your computer unless you go to dafont.com and download the font "SC by the Sea". Another font I used frequently on the brochure, menu and program is "MA Sexy" - its' the kind of funky cursive one. Sorry I didn't mention it before! Let me know if you have any other questions! -jo

Quote: Originally Posted by Raykel Jo - What program did you use for your templates? Some of them I can open, but a couple just open into a word doc with little squares and other programming data instead of the actual document....the Mexico Broschure and the programs. Thanks! That's so strange! The templates I posted were all Word... it may be a Word not compatible with your computer, I ran into that problem on the forum sometimes. If you still can't on a different computer PM me your email and we'll try it that way!

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzygirl85 Did it take long to make the throwies? I was looking at the directions I found and it seems easy, just a little time consuming. There were 3 or 4 of us doing it (along with other wedding things) the day before they wedding, and I would say it took 30 minutes tops... and most of that time was spent getting the batteries out of their individual packaging! So no- if you "employ" some people to help you out, it takes no time at all!

Quote: Originally Posted by JuneWeddingDreams Did you use just regualr ribbon for your cake? It really made the cake pop out - I love it Hey girl-- it was just regular ribbon from Michael's... you can see in the pic when we are cutting the cake that I tried to cut through it, haha... but it looked awesome!

Quote: Originally Posted by carolina24 wow thank you for the awesome thread!! i love the lanterns, did you do the LED throwies at home or when you got to the resort? We put them together at the resort- it didn't take anytime at all with a few of us doing it. We just all gathered in my room over some drinks - it was great! We did it the day before - but they stay lit for like 2 weeks so its perfect!

So I love that all of you are posting your reviews and I just finished my Planning Thread! It is taking me FOREVER to get this stuff done, it literally took me 2 hours just for this! I know it won't help you much at this point, but there are some pics on here, and I know we love those! xoxo Jo http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...c-heavy-53018/

Quote: Originally Posted by SouthernSweetie I've started building our wedding website on mywedding.com. Its free and so far has been problem-free. I've already invested an enormous amount of time into it, but if it is problematic, I'd rather cut my losses before putting any more time into it, and especially before the "go live" for our guests. I hope that this is not a case of "you get what you pay for." I thought that mywedding.com was great - it had everything we needed. I spent a ton of time on mine too to make it just right and had no issues at all. Hope this helps!

Hey ladies! I just posted my Planning Thread... sorry it's taken me so long... working on my Review now. You'll understand when you see the Planning Thread - I'm a little detailed =) http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...c-heavy-53018/

Reception Set-Up: Place settings/Name Tags: I found the vases at Walmart for $1 and my Mom and I etched starfish on each one (you can't see it from the pic - etching set from Michael's). We filled them with 6 different color jellybeans Jelly Belly Candy Store - Candy, jelly beans, chocolate, gummy, licorice and more. and used lollipop sticks to attach the namecards to. Cake: Toppers are from Classic, Elegant Wedding Invitations | Rexcraft.com, I brought the ribbon from home. Lanterns: I bought 30 lanterns from Paper Lanterns, Party Supplies and Chinese Paper Lanterns - PaperLanternStore.com in white, blue, and green. We did LED throwies in them, one word of advice - use small binder clips for each throwie, if you only tape them they flicker and/or come loose and go out: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...anterns-37079/ Menus: (template attached) We also set up a table that had our guest book (a Mexico coffee table book), a memory frame (template attached) with pictures of loved ones not with us, and a 12" digital frame with pictures of friends and family at the wedding with us. Sorry I don't have pics of this yet! I think that's pretty much it - there is some stuff missing just because I can't find the pics... we don't have our pro pics back yet but I wanted to get this out. Thank you to all of you who made this possible - you're the best! Let me knwo if you have questions ladies! Love & Hugs, Jo =) MenuWord2.doc MemoryFrame.doc

Garter (and my something blue): www.letsdancegarters.com FG Attire: I found the tutu at Walmart (seriously!) that came with the headband. I bought a ballet leotard and added a flower pin equaling a super cute FG!! BM Attire: I picked the color and my BM's picked their own dresses... they are from VS and it worked out great, the colors were amazing! I had the BM's carry lime green parasols instead of flowers... Ceremony: I bought chair sashes (the cheapest I found: wedding linens direct home page), and blue/green tulle (Idea Ribbon- Wholesale organza bags Organza Ribbon Organza Bags wedding tulle accessories $.08 Each Start- POWERED BY WEB 2.0) for the beach set-up. We had stargazers lining the aisle as well. Ceremony program: (template attached): Thank you Starlitk for all your help! wedding_programvnolastnames.pub