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Quote: Originally Posted by tiffandmarv Ladies, Who exactly is the lead WC these days, is it still Nina or is it Phylica? All of my emails are to Nina and answered by Nina. It sounds like they are dividing up the responsibilities.

Quote: Originally Posted by Jenn Blades Hi everyone, I know this has been asked but I am so confused between the 2 Palladium resorts and the different package names on this forum (and on the Palladium website)! I have also spend a good many hours going through the posts and I am still confused so maybe someone can help. I was inquiring about "Grande Palladium" in Montego Bay and recieved a 2010 Wedding Magazine which quotes 3 packages 1. Sapphire: $1700 and $20pp after 8 people 2. Ruby: $2000 and $20pp after 8 people 3. Pearl: $2400 and $20pp after 8 peopl I asked about a private reception and was told this was $45pp. So if I wanted the RUBY package and the private reception for 40 people would I pay $2000 + $640 (32 x$20) and then + $1800 ($45 x40) so total $4440 I have also seen some people say it is an additional $300 for a 'private reception' fee? Help! Previously, the resort charged a $100 an hour with a 3 hour minimum for a private reception. Now they charge $45 per person fee. They also lowered the per person food charge to $20. So no more hourly charge.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tennyt1 If anyone wants to know the wedding bliss decor is when they decorate the honeymoon suite You are correct. What I posted earlier is the basic flowers for the ceremony and reception. I misread what she wanted.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tennyt1 Does anyone know what they mean by Wedding Bliss decor in the Ruby wedding package? The Basic decor is 2 tropical arrangements 12" round for the alter, 1 small tropical arrangement for the register table, aisle runner, covered chairs, votives for the reception and white table linens. Now, with the new packages this could be a little different. Check with the WC at the resort to make sure. They move the flowers from the ceremony to the reception. The arrangements are placed on the head table for centerpieces. I saw this set up in a previous brides pics. It look lovely. The only thing she added was rose petals to the table.

Quote: Originally Posted by Stephy7387 I have been reading through this thread and I am getting so excited! I just put my deposit down for September 18th 2010. It has been so helpful to hear everyone's input about all the details, I have a lot to think about! I'm sure this question has been asked but I forget, is there a big difference between the Lady Hamilton & the main resort? My TA couldn't find much of a difference. I had to use the new package prices for 2010, I am getting the Ruby package. Looking into options for extra pics, music, flowers, and photos...I hope I wont go too much over my budget!!!! I guess I am rambling now....just glad I have a place I can ask questions as they come up! You get the use of both resorts they are connected. Jerseykitten covered the no children part of the Lady Hamilton. The only other thing I found is The Lady Hamilton has honeymoon villas. Have fun planning!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Tennyt1 Congrats Stephy7387! This does sound like an amazing resort. Have you or Jerseykitten stayed there before? I have not but you can read reviews from guests that have at palladiumaddict.com.

Quote: Originally Posted by tiffandmarv Wow just 30 days to go!!! I am planning to do the cocktail hour too, so I can't wait for your review. Also, Nina sent me a menu for a "jamaican" theme cocktail hour. Same price, if your interested. Can you post the menu? I would love to see it!

Quote: Originally Posted by jerseykitten So now my dilemma(s) i wasn't planning to bring any extra decorations for the reception - do you think it will look too plain with just the flowers from the ceremony? I'm going to have 1 U shaped table for everyone. My other dilemma is that my ceremony is at 4 and reception is at 6 - what do people do in between? When I asked Phyllicia at GP, it turns out they offer a Cocktail hour at 15/pp which includes drinks and hot and cold appetizers and can be done at the ceremony site or infinity bar. Attached menu - FI was like "are you kidding...it's an all inclusive resort - can't people just go hang at a bar till the reception" but I kind of like having a cocktail hour on the beach.... Any thoughts? I love the idea of the cocktail hour. Past brides have said they really do it right. I noticed that the menu you posted said that cocktails only are $6 a person.I will keep that in mind as an option. We are having the steel drum for the ceremony. It would be nice to have a drink and enjoy the music and view.

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Quote: Originally Posted by Khloe We also booked the blue lagoon. We are taking our laptop down with all of the emails just in case they try to argue prices with us. We are only having 25 people but with us changing to the pearl package and they said we would still get the 100 per hour price for the blue lagoon it is saving us about 200 and we get more thing that we wanted with the pearl package. I am not tring to argue with you I just think it is odd that we are kinda doing the same thing and we are both quoted two different things. I already had a price breakdown for me, we agreed to it and I do not see how they could change it back if we have proof from the email... I just wanted to let you know. I do not feel like you are arguing. I think you got lucky. I am happy for you. In my earlier post I simply cut and pasted the email Nina had sent me explaining the package differences. I was just sharing info. I wish you the best.

Those look AWESOME!!!!!!!! What cricut cartridge did you use for the envelope? Do you remember the size setting you used? How many per sheet?

Quote: Originally Posted by luv2sun We have booked the Blue Lagoon @ $100/hr. She said they would still honor the price we were quoted with the old rates. Definitely good to bring any prices quoted printed out with you so there isn't a problem when you're there! I've already started my folder. I agree with you. My budget is around the old prices and any changes now would mean I might have to give something up. I will definitely be bringing my email, just in case.

Congrats! I love the tensing pen. We are honeymooning there after our wedding at the Grand Palladium.

Quote: Originally Posted by Khloe Where are you having the private dining venue at? We are booking The Blue Lagoon.

I found this website that should help you make your decision. If you click on the actual month it will even break it down by time of day. http://jamaica-guide.info/weather/

I believe in Jamaica the use gourd Type rattles called Shakras. They are very similar to maracas.

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Quote: Originally Posted by carolina24 did you receive it already? i thought linens n things was closed!! They no longer have physical stores. They are online only.

Quote: Originally Posted by jerseykitten Hmmm...i emailed nspence on 2/12 - i'll try doing a quote from the website just to get the ball rolling. Thank you!!! Jerseykitten any luck with Tai Flora?

Quote: Originally Posted by elyse918 The 2010 rates for the ceremony state" The price quoted includes service for a maximum 8 persons, including bride and groom. A per person charge of US$20.00 applies thereafter." Does this imply for additional people to be at the ceremony there will be a per person charge? Has anyone discussed this content with the WC? The per person charge is for anyone attending the wedding festivities. I believe it covers the Champagne toast, addition cake, chairs with covers for the ceremony, etc. Usually, the guest list for the ceremony and reception are the same.

It took some googling but I found a pic of Bubba's for you! Quote: Originally Posted by luv2sun Hey ladies. We still have to choose where we are eating our reception dinner and do not want to pay for a private, any suggestions to what is the best choice for location/scenery? Would like to be outside or open air at least. Was thinking of Bubba's (nice and classy name haha) or Poseidon because those menus were the most appealing for us. I've seen a pic of Poseidon but none of Bubba's. So far we have 34 people so any insight would be really helpful. Thanks so much!!

Quote: Originally Posted by tiffandmarv mswhatever, thanks for sharing this email. As I was becoming totally confused AGAIN. But it sounds like if you were quoted (like in my case) an old wedding package price, they will still honor it but you should still check your situation to see what package works out best for you. I completely agree with your assessment. The WC did confirm that if your have a confirmed wedding date with an old package, the new pricing will not effect you. I do not plan to switch.

My vote is for #1!