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Quote: Originally Posted by Jackie22 I'm on etsy everyday now thanks to this thread. Just ordered my dad a mens hankerchief that was embrodiered with..."To remember the day you gave me away..." & my wedding date. It came out great. Any ideas for meaningful mother of the bride gifts? What vendor on Esty did you order the hankerchief from?

Quote: Originally Posted by Lisa DSO Does anyone else worry about rain (or worse a hurricane) as much as I do? I mean, I am grateful that it would be moved into a ballroom (i think?), but well, the whole purpose it to be outside on the beach lol. Technically hurricane season is from June through the end of November, the season usually starts to slow down towards the end of October. It is rare for hurricanes to occur in November but not impossible. If you remember Mexico was affected by a hurricane the first weekend of November last year (2009). I think since your date is towards the end of the month you will be fine. That is why I choose a later November date as well. I did happen to see this article today online and am really hoping that none of us brides will be affected. Keep your fingers crossed, I know I am Hurricane Season Could Be 'Extreme,' AccuWeather Forecaster Says - AOL News

Quote: Originally Posted by Boo Hey we are 'date' buddies, we actually considered the Royal and El Dorado as well, I love the food at El Dorado and beach beds... Photographer: Elizabeth Medina - booked Colours: Coral/Pink and Tourquise Dress: started to shop, first day and I found one I loved, next bride was there for her appointment and I couldnt decide to buy on the spot but will be back STD: sent out some one month+ ago Thats all we got planned / booked so far, lots of research but not much else Too funny! We actually were very interested in Secrets Maroma but we have our nieces and nephews coming so we needed to choose a kid friendly resort. With the Royal we can have an adults only resort but still have the kids attend. Happy Planning!

3 mile run

60 minutes elliptical

Quote: Originally Posted by Mel4983 Beautiful dresses, girls!!! Sometimes looking at all of these dresses makes me second guess my own! lol Here is mine: Back Front (Although not a great picture...) Gorgeous dress! You made the right choice

How is everyone telling their guests about this? On your website, invitations, etc.?

4 mile run

I'm getting married November 19, 2010 at the Royal Playa del Carmen. So happy to find other November brides

45 minutes of strength training

60 minutes on the elliptical, 30 minutes on hill level 3, 30 minute on intervals level 3

50 minutes on the elliptical, level 3

60 minutes on elliptical, hill, level 3

Quote: Originally Posted by lalanyc I was wondering the same thing! Honestly - I'm coming from NY and these prices are just about comparable to what they charge Manhattan! Am I naive or does this seem pretty high compared to other markets? I agree, that's close to what I've paid in the city before too. I thought I'd end up paying a little less than that. But Fernando's work is amazing and who doesn't want to look gorgeous on their big day. I'm just curious why there's a $150 difference between the trial and wedding day. It seems like a big difference to me. I emailed him asking him so I will let you know what he says. To the brides that have already booked or used Fernando. Did he have you deposit money into his sisters Chase account for your deposit? Just want to make sure it's safe.

Thanks NaM! Does anyone know why the big price difference between the trial $180 and wedding day $330?

1 hour total on the elliptical, 30 minutes weight loss, level 3, 30 minutes hill, level 3.

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan I am using Fernando for my 4 brides maids and moh and me for hair and makeup. I was trying to figure this out as well. I figured an hour and a half. Thanks! I was thinking a similar time frame 1.5 - 2 hours.

Beautiful! They'll definitely work with your dress.

is anyone having Fernando do hair and make up for anyone other than themselves? I want him to do my 2 bridesmaids as well and I trying to figure out what time to have him arrive at the hotel.

Quote: Originally Posted by jesmcan There is no extra fee for the marriage license. There is just the fee for the justice of the piece which is $400 and the marriage license is included. Don't forget also about the required $170 per couple for the blood work and xrays. You don't have to choose one of the packages. You can do everything a la carte if you like and pick individually. You will get a wedding check list where you choose everything you want and total up all the prices. What do they xray? I thought it was just a blood test.

I bought the earrings and bracelet I'm planning on wearing from Lizardi Bridal on esty. Roxy was AMAZING to work with!! I sent her a picture of my dress and she helped me select jewelry. She custom designed the bracelet for me to match the earrings. Both are swarovski crystals and sterling silver. If you contact her please tell her Karen recommended you.

Does anyone know how they decorate the gazebo for the ceremony? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth it to pay for extra decorations.

WOW!! The BEST wedding invitations I've ever seen!

Great review. Your wedding looked beautiful!!

Great job on the save the dates!