NJ Hunnie

Quote: Originally Posted by evtalbot Hi girls! I just got back from my moon palace beach wedding on 11-12-09 and it was wonderful! I will write a more detailed review (just waiting to get some pictures). The day we got there was the day Hurricane Ida was just passing by and there was so much seaweed on the beach! By Monday they were cleaning it up, and you couldn't see any seaweed around my beach setup. I think the beach setup was def the way to go for me. They have a tan aisle runner that blends into the sand and you can walk down easily in heels. There was a light breeze but with a hurricane holder I think you could easily have had candles. ALSO, I wanted to tell you who my photographer was: SASCHA GLUCK. Oh my gosh you guys, I can not tell you how amazing he is. If you are thinking about booking him, DO IT. He is one of the most creative photographers I have ever met. He used all these cool techniques to take our pictures and then would show them to us and they looked amazing! Everyone in my wedding loved him! We got around the outside vendor policy by saying he was a guest at our wedding. We paid for one nights stay for him and never encountered any issues. It worked out great, because the next morning we met up early for TTD pictures on the pier and got some beautiful sunrise pictures. I'll post my review later, just couldn't resist! I can't wait to see your photos and read your review!! Sascha Gluck is my photographer as well!! Did you do a package with him or book him for a few hours?

They sell these labels at AC Moore, they also give you the template so you can set it up. Good luck!

Congrats!! I am getting married at the MP in 2010 as well.

Congrats and welcome to the forum!

Quote: Originally Posted by Andrejka I just had to comment... I photographed a wedding at Moon Palace this past September and it was absolutely gorgeous... I was a little hesitant being that it was kind of "Cancun" and that it would be a bit cheesy... but I was completely impressed. The staff was professional, the locations were beautiful, and the food was good. If any of you want to take a look... here' a slideshow of the pics. My couple (Elizabeth & Will) truly utilized the whole resort (golf, spa, private dinners in different locations inside and out)... if any of you are wondering what it was like feel free to contact me. As a person who sees a lot of resorts... this one was top notch. Elizabeth & Will Congrats... have fun! A Great pictures!!!

Gorgeous, I love it!

Thanks for the pictures!!

Thanks for the picture Maura, I didnt realize how much seaweed, My wedding is at 4 pm. I hope they clean it up some.

Its a sottero midgley - JSM1103 - by Sottero & Midgley I can't wait for it to come in!! I have 4 BM, my colors are turquiose and orange, like my monogram. I am using Sascha Gluck, his photos are great. Destination Wedding Photographer for Cancun and Riviera Maya and the rest of the World I am going with the free package and adding things as needed. Still up in the air about the decor because things are so expensive there!

Quote: Originally Posted by Woodsylou yeah that's a plan, they are slow to respond at the mo, i'm still waiting on other replies! i will definitely ask her! what have you got organised so far? x I purchased my dress, working on my BM dresses. Invites were just sent out. Booked my photographer. Reserved my reception location as well as welcome dinner. Just starting shopping for my OOT bags but that is a slow process, waiting on a better headcount. Still up in the air about flowers, they don't have the best selections at the MP. I think that might be it for now... and you?

Hi Woodsylou!! I am a MP beach bride myself! Great thread! Please let me know what you find out. Did you ask your wedding coordinator, maybe if you send her the photo she can comment. Good Luck!

I believe my resorts required you to show proof of your marriage if you aren't having a legal ceremony.

Quote: Originally Posted by TinaM2b It depends on the type of atmosphere you want. We had ours at Arrecifes and everyone had such a blast. They set up the party on the terrace overlooking the pools and the ocean. It is a more casual fun type of dinner. Trattoria has great food and is a white table cloth, formal type of dinner that is inside. It is also located by the golf course which is not near the ocean at all. We were glad we went with Arrecifes because we were wanting a more casual fun atmosphere. Thanks Tina, I will let you know how I made out once everything is confirmed!!

Quote: Originally Posted by vgirl17 What time would you suggest to have a welcome dinner in the month of April? Is 6pm too early? 7pm too late I can't decide! I actually am going with about 8 pm, some people are flying in that day and I would like to give them some time to settle in.

Thanks Maura, we look forward to any information!! It will be helpful. Please let us knowyour favorite places to eat!! That would be quite helpful!

Thanks Ladies for all your opinions!! I really do like it -- I just wasn't sure if it was a bit to risque!!

very pretty!

Hi Ladies!! I just purchased this dress from David's and it's tea length. As you can see I am very short and not the thinnest bride. I think it's showing a bit tooooo much of my girls as well as being too short?? opinions and please be honest!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by vgirl17 Wow! I didn't even realize that!!! How crazy is that!! We'll probably see each other there My parents are members so we're going to be staying on the Sunrise side. Plans are coming along great! Things are really starting to pick up for me. There is still SO MUCH to do! We finally picked out our bridesmaids dresses last weekend. I have a lot more people responding to our SaveTheDates since I sent out a postcard reminder about two weeks ago. When are you planning on sending your formal invites out? I'm confused as to when I should require final RSVPs because of the holidays, etc. I am thinking of sending them out end of December and requesting Feb 1 as the RSVP date, but I'm not sure if that's enough time to get my OOT bag stuff ordered and ready? How are your plans coming I am still in the air with my bridesmaid, but I only have 2. I have my dress, I actually just sent my invites this week for a RSVP of the 15th. I figured I give everyone enough time to plan their vacation.

Hello Jerseyshore transplant!! Great pictures!! I love, love your dress and you are so local to me!

Quote: Originally Posted by vgirl17 Well we haven't gotten married yet, however I stayed at the Moon Palace last year and think the food at the Trattoria is fabulous (it's located by the golf course). I haven't eaten at Arrecifes yet, however I've heard that it is good and can provide an element of fun because they serve you food on sticks or something like that... The Trattoria is a white tablecloth elegant type of place. Hope this helps Thanks Veronica! you are getting married the day after me!!! How are you making out with your plans??

They are gorgeous, I love the colors!!

Quote: Originally Posted by NJ Hunnie Hi Ladies, How are you? I was trying to plan my welcome dinner...I was contemplating between Arrecifes or Trattoria. Can you former MP brides tell me which one you prefer. Thanks so much! ladies, any help would be appreciated... I am trying to do my brochures! =)

Quote: Originally Posted by classadiva I got my swatches too already!! They are quick. I think we are going to go with the English Beige...that's what the FI likes. It's between off-white and beige. I think it will go good with his skin color. BTW...we must have gotten different swatches....my color names are completely different from yours. Mine are the swatches for the $99 suits. What are yours for? Would you ladies be interested in selling the samples

Your dress is stunning and pictures are amazing!!