angruck

my fiance and i were together 10 years when we got engaged! We are getting married 3 months short of 11 years together

Quote: Originally Posted by DallasAshli Here is my centerpiece (I'm so excited!). I used: Round, baby blue (almost aqua) placemat from World Market/Cost Plus Square 5x5 inch vase Green sea glass Limes (abundant in Mexico) Lillies (fresh at the wedding) I thought about putting a lime green ribbon around the vase, but decided against it. What do you think? I would love to hear your honest opinion! your centerpiece is gorgeous! I have been thinking about a green themed wedding. Great idea!

i love all these cakes! there are so many beautiful ones to choose from! are these for your AHR or also for the DW?

Quote: Originally Posted by tguerre your bouquet is beautiful!

I have given a lot of thought to this, and i decided to have about 60 people at the AHR. I was thinking a package at a restaurant---no music though---just a good dinner with apps, cake, etc. Do I have all the people who went to the wedding in mexico also go to the AHR? What is the rule on that?

Quote: Originally Posted by ida Can i just vent and say that I am very frustrated with planning this destination wedding?? I'm so mad that they keep changing the prices on me! First of all I thought it was only $6usd each to rent Tiffany chairs and then Anabel quoted me $12usd each. And now after I just emailed to confirm everything she's quoting $18usd each for the Tiffany chairs!!! WTF? How does it go from $6 to $12 to $18! I'm soooo mad! I emailed her back and told her that she already quoted $12 for me and that I don't appreciate her giving me this new price out of nowhere! Geez I feel like they just wanna rip you off! And i thought it was only $50usd per person for a day pass but she quoted me $90usd per person Does anyone else have this problem It's so unfair to feel like this when you're already stressed about the wedding! Sorry just had to vent!!! Hi Ida, Did they send you the 2009 wedding guide? are the prices different from the ones listed in the 2009 wedding guide?

Quote: Originally Posted by Soon2beTWells Quick question for past brides. What appitizers were good that you had for the cocktail hour? I was looking at the pictures in the planning book, but none really seem to jump out at me. Great question---I was also wondering the same thing!

hi everyone! i am getting married December 12, 2009 at Dreams Tulum. You are all way ahead of me! I sent out the save the dates, bugging my FI to work on the website, found a travel agent, and booked our ticket and hotel room. I am worried about the dress! Now I am worried i won't find one in time! Everyone seems to have found theirs and we are all getting married in the same month.

im still on the fence about where i want the reception----has anyone had the reception in the ballrooms? I just want to make sure everyone will be comfortable. It feels more romantic on the beach but I want to let everyone have a chance to dance. Anyone else have these thoughts?

i haven't heard of Aurora either. I am looking for everywhere for cute turquoise maracas---any leads from anyone for customized ones?

Quote: Originally Posted by t777a i asked and they said we could pick two entrees as long as we told them how many of each Thanks! That helps a lot. I am thinking I will give them an option for the surf and turf or the salmon---that seems to be good, pork can be tricky. I am going to ask about just one different plate of pasta(for my one person who doesn't eat meat or seafood) and hopefully that will be good.

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzygirl85 I think that would be a good idea. It would just need some planning Hey Joanna---since we are both in New Jersey would might be able to just switch things off. Are you planning on any starfish for the back of the chairs or anything like that? I am still brainstorming since I have a little time.

I had a thought when I was trying to come up with decoration ideas. Everyone always talks about the tulle and other decorations they take down to tulum for their wedding. Instead of everyone taking down decorations each time, why don't people sell their decorations if someone else's wedding is close to their own and they don't need all of it anymore? That way costs are down for both and everyone isn't lugging all the stuff back and forth before and after the wedding. Anyone interested in this? We would each have to talk to each other and see who is using a color or decoration we like. I wonder if landy and anabel would hold the stuff at the hotel if the weddings are close together.

Quote: Originally Posted by Denise L We have them booked for our wedding on April 10th. I can post some pics when I return! Thanks Denise!!! I appreciate it!

Hi Sunbride---here is my info BRIDE LIST (DETAILED) Please send me the following information (or whatever you have available if you’re not married yet). It will help other brides in determining who is having some of the same elements as them and they can contact you for questions or read your review for more info on particular aspects. Username: Angruck Names:Angela and Chris Date & Time: December 12, 2009 at 2pm Wedding package:ultimate Wedding extras (and cost charged): tbd Type of ceremony:symbolic Coordinator: Anabel so far Number of guests: looking like between 40-60 Ceremony location & time: beach ceremony at 2pm Cocktail hour location and time: 5:30-6:30---not sure where yet Reception location: 6:30 not sure of the location---taking suggestions! Photographer: haven't chosen yet Videographer: Review (link): Photos (link): Video (link): Planning thread (link): Wedding website (link): Special arrangements / activities: i am doing a dinner the night before---debating what to plan for that. See my review for ….

Has anyone used Moments that matter photography? If anyone has, can I please look at your pictures? The price is great but I want to make sure i see some examples. Thanks!

Great! I was just worried because we have a few people who would need to be the exception. Does anyone have thoughts on the surf and turf? if not yet, please let me know after your wedding

Also wanted to know how the recent brides dealt with different diets for guests. My Fiance's dad is vegetarian but eats fish while his brother is vegetarian and doesn't eat fish/or mushrooms. Are they somewhat flexible with the menu? I have the gold menu and I think the surf and turf will be overall okay but we have some vegetarians

Hi Everyone, I have seen posts about some brides bringing their own fabric for the decoration on the beach. How many yards did everyone take for the gazebo and how much for the chairs? I like the idea of the bringing my own but have no idea how much would be appropriate. We are looking at about 50+ guests.

Quote: Originally Posted by Mixie23 Hi Lindz - I will try to attach the packet that we sent out with our Save The Dates. You can easily modify it to be a Welcome Packet by removing the information about travel and inserting information about activities and stuff that the hotel offers. We just had them printed at Kinko's into booklets and they came out great! I hope this helps! (We also had a cover page with a picture of Tulum on it, but I can't find that document.) Nicole Hi Nicole, I am getting married on December 12, 2009 at Dreams Tulum and was wondering if you could send me the packet you sent out with your save the dates? That would be really helpful!

Hi Everyone, I am getting married Dec 12, 2009. Does anyone have suggestions for great photographers who do unique shots but don't charge too much? I am also interested in DJ services also. I would really appreciate any help!!! Thanks!

Hi Everyone, I am getting married Dec 12, 2009. Does anyone have suggestions for great photographers who do unique shots but don't charge too much? I am also interested in DJ services also. I would really appreciate any help!!! Thanks!

Hello everyone! My name is Angela and my fiance is Chris. We are getting married on December 12, 2009---also my 30th birthday! We are getting married at Dreams Tulum. Any advice anyone has about photographer or anything else will be really great!