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True, I wonder if the packages will be different and will they still have Royal service since that is a Sol Melia thing. Should be interesting!

Here it is! I'll have my first fitting in August.

Quote: Originally Posted by MayanLily Alison- it's not too late at all! I'm not even doing invitations so you're one step ahead of me. Angie- I know I've said this before but you are sooooo organized. I'm feeling like I haven't really done anything yet. Also, I just realized... we might overlap at the Paradisus! I'm getting there on Sunday October 17 (2 days after your wedding!) Ok so.. so far i've bought a few things here and there for the OOT bags. Dress is bought but needs to be drycleaned. I have my hairpin, just married flipflops, placecard holders. No idea what FI wants to wear! To be honest, I'm more worried about the actual wedding stuff than the little things I need to organize before hand. I'm hoping I can do like 95% of the wedding planning when I arrive at the resort. LOL I'm probably delusional though! We are leaving on the 16th but most of the people attending our wedding will be there until Sunday. That sucks we'll miss eachother!

Keep us all posted if you hear anything. You never know, it may be better ... maybe they'll upgrade the place and work out any kinks. Trying to be optimistic!!

Yeah, the message is very vague. It should direct you to what it will be.

Kelly, include me on that email because im starting to freak out a bit! Wasn't aware of that $400 charge either. I think if you get one of the othe packages, it's included, right??

I've decided to send out my invitations mid May. I've got my dress, necklace, shoes, hair flower, veil, FI outfit, groomsmens outifits, groomsmens gifts, BM gifts (almost done with that), dad's outfit, key/tip holders, spanish & cocktail for dummies, koozies, napkins, photographer, playlist and dj. We are booked but I feel like I still have a lot to do and I can't until we know how many people are coming. Rest of the OOT bag stuff and bag Maracas Possibly water/sports bottle sashes table runners programs picking out bouquets Pick out centerpieces garter flower girl basket/ring bearer pillow Cigars Cigar labels pashminas clothes earrings guestbook signs for guest book and cigar table rings I'm not doing table #'s or cards or a cake cutter or toasting flutes. Am I missing anything

Ha! I actuallly did mention the idea of brining my MOH instead and he did not like that idea at all! Lauren, you should come down too!!

Great!! Lily, I just got an email from Daniela saying that the site visit is for 2 nights ... first complimentary and the 2nd at a special rate that would get reimbursed and the other nights are on you.

Yes, for sure! How long are you staying for? I don't want to take away any time with your friends and family. If it works out, maybe we could plan to meet for a drink or lunch or something.

Kelly, guess who booked a ticket today to arrive on July 17th??!?!?!? We don't land until 3:14 but should be at the resort by 5. Does your ceremony start at 6? If so, we'll be there in time to take a peek! I tried to call Daniela before booking but just got the machine so cross your fingers that they'll accomodate us. If not, I'll be pissed!! We leave Wednesday the 21st.

There are, check the Riviera Maya - RM/Cancun Vendors and there are a few recommendations but they are pretty expensive as well. I know one of them are $330 just for the bride but that is hair and make up and I think another $80 or so for your bridesmaid. Something else to keep in mind is an outside vendor fee if your resort charges one.

Daniella told me that the first night would be complimentary and the other nights would be $270 but if we had the wedding there (which we definitely are) than they will credit our wedding bill.

Still don't know yet. Daniella finally responded but now the flights are crazy expensive. I'm checking them all the time. Next time I'll just book it and then call to tell her when vs waiting for her to respond to my email. Cross your fingers!

Hahaha!! My FI is doing P90X and I get tired just watching him! I am giving out my bags at our welcome reception which is 2 days before the wedding.

Started seeing a personal trainer last week ... wow, I am so out of shape. Back at it this week! Wish me luck!

This is fantastic! Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by karielk Angie, who are you using, if you don't mind me asking? It's awesome that she gave you such a fantastic deal! I am using Gwendolyn Tundermann from Jacksonville, FL. It is a husband/wife team and she is so great! Easy to talk to and responds very quickly. Jacksonville Wedding Photographers - Gwendolyn Tundermann Photography

Ok, I was starting to feel like a ghetto bride! ha

I was not planning on doing place card holders and table numbers since it will be a buffet and I want it to be very casual. Do you think that is ok??

Airfare has gone up again!! Geez! Kelly, what did you buy ... do share!

Quote: Originally Posted by cowgirlcomo Does anyone have any recommendations for a photographer from the states that would be willing to do a destination wedding for the cost of a week in Mexico?? I have a a few that I looked into when I was doing my search. I'll PM you.

We've been pretty lucky. Most people that we thought would come are and the ones we knew wouldn't aren't which worked out great for us since we still invited them. Kelly, flights are cheaper if we go July 17-21 so we may do that if they ever reply to me!! I may call tomorrow if I don't hear back!! I promise if we come to peak on your wedding, we'll hide! Be my facebook friend ... Angie Vong!

Kelly, Ive never heard of that salon. You have to get before and after pics for us to see. How exciting! I wish my fiance would go for that! When I told him that my hair would cost $600, he about fainted and told me no! Are any of you ladies bringing towels with you? Kelly, can't remember i I asked you but did you find this to be a problem when you visited?

I live in Charlotte which is 3 hours from Raleigh. You are so funny!! Hey, you like what you like!