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My plan is to walk down the aisle to "bless this broken road" by Rascal Flatts.

Jerseykitten, Had you requested a private reception prior to arriving in Jamaica?

Everything looks so good!!!!!

I would love the chair card holders. I will PM you my address.

You looked so beautiful!!! I am looking forward to reading the complete review when you get it ready.

Quote: Originally Posted by jerseykitten Hi Everyone I'm back - so much to tell - I will put together my review and some helpful tips for you very soon! Can't hardly wait!!! Congrats on being a Mrs.!!!!!

I have 2 BMs and he has 1 grooms person. All his guy friends are unable to attend, do to finances. He did a really cool thing and asked his 12 year old niece to be his best person. She is over the moon. He will be surrounded and loving every minute of it!!! As we get closer and the rsvps are in, we might even the numbers. I decided to just not worry about it. We are getting married and it is going to be great, even or not!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by skadow Where are you girls getting your wedding dress undergarments / lingerie. I want something that will hold it all in under my dress, AND look sexy for later. (at least semi sexy) Maybe a white lace corset type. I know David's Bridal has a few. They only sell the lace on online so I couldnt try it on in the store. I couldnt find anything at Victoria Secrets. I am sure I could find something online in a search ,but I want something repuable. I am not sure about wearing a corset. They become very uncomfortable very quick. I am a bartender and have to wear one once a month for about 9 hours. After about 5 hours, it drives me crazy. They are very pretty, but you pay a price wearing one. I am going with a lacy bra and panties.

You are going to be a beautiful bride!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Stephani Whats a TTD? TTD = Trash The Dress Playing in the ocean in your wedding dress.

Today is your day!!! Congrats and best wishes!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Leez309 I loved this thread. So much great info! If you decide not to have a private reception is there no extra charge besides the $20 pp charge for the ceremony in the new pricing? That is right.

We chose 4 PM. We wanted the ceremony to be close to the reception time. We will have cocktail hour between the ceremony and the reception.

I really like the side ponytail. I think it will look fine with a veil.

I would just pack another bag for him and say it was mine.

I am not using Jan's. I understand how you feel. That was a huge deciding factor for using the resort vender. Even with that decision I questioned the WC at the resort before I deposited the payment into the florists US account.

Quote: Originally Posted by akua420 I'm a newbie, so forgive me is this is a dumb question. Is the photographer covered in any of the packages? I really don't want to spend $1400+ on a photographer for the day, I just want some nice wedding pictures but don't want an entire photo shoot. How did you guys do the photos? THanks for the help!!!! The Ruby and the Pearl package come with 8 - 4x7. The resort photographer has packages the are very reasonable in price. Photos Only 24 coloured 5x7 prints (with same 24 on CD) Cost: US $295.00 ( ) 24 coloured 5x7 prints (with same on CD) & Music photo slideshow cost: us $ 345.00 ( ) 36 coloured 5x7 prints (with same 36 on CD) Cost: US $370.00 ( ) 36 coloured 5x7 prints (with same 36 on CD) & Music slideshow Cost: US $400.00 ( ) 50 coloured 5x7 prints (with same 50 on CD) Cost: US $480.00( ) 50 coloured 5x7 prints (with same 50 on CD) & Music slideshow Cost: US $520.00( ) 10 coloured 5x7 prints (100 images on CD) Cost: US$500.00( ) 10 coloured 5x7 prints (100 images on CD) & Music slideshow Cost: US$550.00( ) 50 coloured 5X 7 prints (100 images on CD + Music slideshow Cost: US$700.00 Good luck with your decision.

Quote: Originally Posted by carolinablonde Hi! I have a date on hold at the RIU Ocho Rios. I'm looking at booking the package room and airfare. Does anyone know how much of that I have to pay upfront? Just the airfare? The whole thing? Thanks! We booked bulk airfare and had to put down $200 each to hold our spots. If we had booked published airfare we would have had to pay for the tickets up front. Check with your TA. She will be able to answer all your questions.

Quote: Originally Posted by tiffandmarv So it looks like your next up...your BIG day is right around the corner!! How is your stress level? Do you still have a lot of things to do before you leave? Just wanted to say...have a wonderful time in Jamaica...and make sure to ENJOY YOUR DAY! I hope you have a great wedding!!!!

Here's mine. It is very basic. I hope it helps. BDWGuestsFlightInfo .numbers.zip

Quote: Originally Posted by jerseykitten And I'm paying a lot for it - but i think it's worth it. I was shocked at how expensive photographers are in Jamaica!

I agree the price for the dj is high. I still plan to hire him for the reception. I just do not want to worry the day of about that sort of thing. I am hiring him for 4 hours.

Quote: Originally Posted by tiffandmarv Whew...I feel better now. All my conversations have been with Nina too but I hadn't reached out to her in over a month so I wasn't sure if things had changed again. Seems like they are well staffed now...which is great news to hear! Also, is anyone planning on bringing their own DJ? I plan to hire a local DJ but am not sure if they are enforcing a vendor fee on outside DJ's. I have not asked Nina myself about hiring an outside DJ. I read a post on this forum from a previous bride. She said that she had hired an outside DJ and was told it was not allowed. I would check with Nina.

That is an awesome deal. I do not think you could go wrong with Diana Campbell!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Tennyt1 Will you be using True colors? No. I am using Nora Bohanon. She is one of the venders on this forum. I love her work!