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I thought this might be useful for everyone... When we were there in 2007 we received a booklet that had a resort map as well as a listing of the pools, restaurants, etc...so I have cut, paste, typed, and scanned in order to get this information to fit to one page that we are including in everyone's OOT bags. This might be good for you ladies to take a look at so you can get and idea of where everything is located. I'm a very "visual" person so hopefully this helps a few others as well... Map of GBP.pdf

We are in the Coba section because everyone in our group will get a junior suite. We're not too worried about it being a bit of a walk to the beach. Lots of us have kids and will probably spend more time at the pool. One thing that I did feel was a bit of a sacrifice was the gazebo at the GP. I loved it!! Amazing...but really anywhere we are will be amazing

I was in the same situation 7 months ago when we were trying to choose between the two resorts. We ended up going with the GBP because of a few things...but the bottom line was the pricing and the familiarity with the resort. Initially, I thought it would be so much better to try something "new" because we had already been to the GBP...but now that has come down to the final weeks...I am so pleased that we stuck with a place that we already knew because I have the "visual" to what I'm expecting. I think I would have so many questions and doubts if we had gone with GP because you never really know what to expect until you've been there. I know that each one is beautiful and has it's pros and cons. The GP has a cool "informal" website for Palladium Addicts. The GBP has tons of information on this BDW site. As far as the beaches...I think it's fairly common anywhere in that area because of the reef. I am totally pleased with our Gran Bahia Principe (Coba) decision and there's no looking back...

Quote: Originally Posted by michelle6114 What I am trying to say is, why take the chance of ruining someone elses special day? While it can be endearing to listen to your own child have a tantrum, it is not for total strangers who are spending hard earned $$$ to have a nice meal. I completely agree!! I have children and I would be completely embarrassed if I took my infant to a restaurant and he/she screamed the whole time. I am not selfish enough to stay in the restaurant and ruin everyone else's meal therefore I would leave with my child. I also agree that infants should be allowed anywhere...but with that said...I hope that parents have consideration for others.

Quote: Originally Posted by KRama Just sent out our booking info and we already have 8 people signed up in 24 hours! YAY! It feels real now! Awesome!!

Congratulations...have a beautiful day

Quote: Originally Posted by jetsbride I just thought I would recommend a restaurant for you ladies, depending on the date I will let you know if I can come or not. The restaurant is called Restaurant 27, it's my friends place, they have amazing food and service! Check out their website Welcome to Restaurant27.ca That's an awesome idea Lisa!! I haven't been there yet but I hear it is absolutely fantastic. All my friends have been... have two friends (Paul & Bev) who are affiliated with the restaurant but I just don't know to what capacity (investors?)...but I know that Bev picked out the artwork for the place. What are your friends names?

Weekends work for me as well... Moxie's is a good choice too...was just there last night having a moxie-size bellini

Count me in too... Our wedding is coming up pretty quickly...less than a month until we hop on a plane to the Mayan Riviera. Same date as you Ashley...just this year instead of next year. We're getting married at the Gran Bahia Principe...so if anybody in this area has any special requests for anything to be brought back from the resort...just let me know. Keep me posted on the GTG plans...

Quote: Originally Posted by KLee147 I'm feeling all left out now. I want a buddy at the resort to be getting married the same time as me. Awwwww...maybe I could go again?!?! Come home...drop off my new husband...and go back to Mexico? Heehee...I don't think that would go over so well. I wish that we were going at the same time Keira

Wow!! They are both gorgeous!! Personally, I think #1 is pretty and delicate looking...but I would go with #2 because it's simpler, easier to read, and has the DW (water) theme incorporated into it.

Just wanted to share my pics from the stagette...check out this post... http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...5-3#post983595

Omigosh...sorry...TRIPLE post?!?!

We used travel mugs (mini bubba kegs) as well. We decided not to do the logo because of timing, our budget and we wanted people to use them after our trip. We are also giving most of them out before we go so we don't have to pack another suitcase full of mugs. We use them all the time when we travel and I agree...they keep the drinks cold, sand out, have a handle, and no spilling with a lid!!

We used travel mugs (mini bubba kegs) as well. We decided not to do the logo because of timing, our budget and we wanted people to use them after our trip. We are also giving most of them out before we go so we don't have to pack another suitcase full of mugs. We use them all the time when we travel and I agree...they keep the drinks cold, sand out, have a handle, and no spilling with a lid!!

We used travel mugs (mini bubba kegs) as well. We decided not to do the logo because of timing, our budget and we wanted people to use them after our trip. We are also giving most of them out before we go so we don't have to pack another suitcase full of mugs. We use them all the time when we travel and I agree...they keep the drinks cold, sand out, have a handle, and no spilling with a lid!!

I'm with Carly on this one...black is fairly generic and I'm sure nobody will realize (or make a big fuss about) the MOB and MOG both wearing black. I think their accessories will make the difference...but I would certainly be sure not to share any jewelry secrets with the MOG because it sounds like she would make sure they were "twins". Bizarre and inconsiderate...but in the grand scheme of things I would just let it go.

Quote: Originally Posted by kristaheer Oh that sounds great - can't wait to see pics. Can you see the pics in the post right above yours? I'm just curious because this is my first time posting pics and I can see them but I just don't know if I did it properly.

The whole day was an absolute blast!! I have many more pictures but here are a few of the bridal shower and stagette... B2B at the bridal shower... B2B with MOH...my daughter... 3 Generations... The TACKY Bridesmaids... B2B with BM's This one is soooo funny...on my scavenger hunt checklist...I had to write my number in the MENS washroom. Not a chance I was going to use my own number...so I used my honey's...LMAO!!! We're still eagerly awaiting his first phone call... A lovely couple...

It's a shame... The flowers are beautiful... But not worth the trouble due to the unprofessionalism of the vendor...

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege I do indeed have photos, they are in the mommies to be thread if you'd like to check them out. Kora is absolutely precious!! I LOVE the sleeping baby pics...(a couple in B/W and one in color in a different post)...sleeping babies are so angelic... Your labor story was quite humorous Your water breaking...you falling asleep...LOL...

Quote: Originally Posted by BahiaBride16 Yay less then a month til we leave!!!! Crazy!!!!! YAY!!! Same here

Tonight is the night ladies!! I'm excited and nervous about what the evening will bring and what my friends have in store for me... I will post pictures of my tackiest girls as soon as I have them...and after the hangover subsides of course

Same thing for me too... I made a joke to the jewelry store clerk one day that my ring (with no matching wedding band) was made for the "fiance who doesn't want to follow through with the marriage"...LOL...of course she didn't find it funny but I was only joking!! I have decided to go with a regular channel band that lines up fairly well with the smaller diamonds that are on each side of the larger one...but there is still a bit of a gap. I did find a claw band that butted up against it better but I really didn't want a claw. The jeweler also told me they could niche out a bit of my e-ring at the bottom to make something snug up against it...but I just don't want to comprimise the e-ring or the band in case I want to wear them seperately for whatever reason. I'm settling...and I'm totally ok with it