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Quote: Originally Posted by FutureMrsRobart we're booking an oceanview for now also. waiting until we go down for the site visit to see if we will upgrade our room further. i'd like to see them in person before we shell out the extra cash to make sure its worth it lol We had a preferred club ocean view jacuzzi room on the 5th floor and it was absolutely amazing. I'm so glad we didn't spend all the extra money for a honeymoon suite. We had a beautiful view of the ocean and resort from our bed! I also had a great view of the gazebo from our balcony, so I got to see my groom and the guests waiting for me!

hi yes i got the same quote, but it is really 1100 with the tax added on... i never got a website or anything from her.. she said they would bring their own music to perform to, thats about all i know... i hope it ends up being worth the big bucks! yea, my wedding is less than 2 weeks away, and i am not getting replies either... i can't wait for all of this stress to be OVER

Quote: Originally Posted by sunrize_79 We are getting married on April 11, 2010 and are going with the $180/hour sound system to have music during the dinner on the beach but I'm counting on the DJ at the Disco to get are party going afterwards. hi congrats on your wedding! I noticed you are getting married on the same day as me.. Do you mind if I ask what time your ceremony and reception are? I'm curious, because I booked our wedding back in October for 5:30 at gazebo. Our dinner/reception are on the pool deck from 6:30 to 9:30 and we are having live music and firedancers on the beach... I really hope Ana did not book 2 weddings at the same time of day and 2 receptions in the same place.. You and I will be raising some hell with Ana if that is the case.. Please tell me it isn't?

By the way, has ANNNNYYone heard back from Ana on the size or measurements of the round and cocktail tables?? She told me a couple of weeks ago that they are "1.68 cm in diameter" that is not even an inch?? I'm so frustrated because we leave in less than a month, and I have yet to get out of anyone there what size linens I need...

Hey everyone, I wanted to tell you all about this great site for personalized cello bags..this is what I'm going to use for my welcome bags. Wedding Gift Bags, Wedding Favor Bags, Personalized Gift Bags very inexpensive, but so cute as you can personalize them!

I have also been trying to get this information, with no luck.. I don't understand what is so difficult about this question?? Maybe the concierge would answer more quickly?

Has anyone heard from Ana yet about whether they allow fire dance shows? Or how much it costs? Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by Megan24 Girls these are the questions that I just emailed Ana about a week ago and I have not got a response. She gave me a answer but it really did not answer my question. Maybe you girls can help. I am still a little confused about the menu's if I choose to do the love package. I would have to pay extra to get things off of the gold menu. Is that correct? As for the flowers which one of the documents that you sent is included in the love package? Can I choose between any of the bouquets and centerpieces of the pictures you sent me or do only certain ones come with the love package? (She sent me a couple of attachments but did not say which bouquets went with the love package.) Also do you have any of the pictures of the wedding cakes that are included in the love package? Also last question. If I have under 40 people am I able to have the buffet option for reception if so can I get a menu of the options for the buffet? I know those are a lot of questions girls but if you just have one could you let me know. The wedding is getting closer and I am getting a little stressed because I have not picked anything out for the wedding. I can help with one question.. You can do a buffet with less than 40 people.. we have 25 and are having buffet

I just came up with an idea for my response cards, finally! I didn't want to do the traditional response cards. Do you girls think this is cheesy? Mine will say: We look forward to celebrating with you Please respond by March 12, 2010 ___ We'll be there in our beach chic! ___ We can't wait to see the photos!

Quote: Originally Posted by SDbeachgirl Has anyone decided on the menu? I can't decide on the plated dinners vs the buffet. The plated dinners look a little more gourmet but a buffet might be better so that there is something that everyone will like. I'm just thinking that everyone might be buffett'ed out from being at the resort all week. Good point, I hadn't even thought about people maybe being tired of the buffet..I may need to rethink my initial preference for the Carribean buffet...BOUQUET_INC[1].pdf BOUQUET_GOLD[1].pdf

Quote: Originally Posted by SDbeachgirl Here's his website. Juan Navarro Photographer Wow! Thanks a lot for the link..For some reason, I could not find his site when I was looking for it! Have you seen any reviews of his work?

Quote: Originally Posted by Boo I think Ana told me that the deck could facilitate 200+ plus so should be plenty. The deck is right next to the beach and the pool terrace is next to the deck http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...6/index52.html here is pictures of how the different set ups look I have asked Ana about signature drink (at Secrets Maroma this was USD 2 per person extra) and fire dancers just no responce yet, and I was not sure if other girls found it worthwhile but I will let you know atleast what the price point once I hear back Thanks so much for posting those photos..I am definitely sold on the deck area! I also emailed Ana about fire dancers, and have not heard back about it. I'm really hoping they have a vendor for this! What a great treat for guests!

Does anyone know the difference between the pool terrace and the deck? Is the deck the area level with the beach, in front of the infinity pool? I'm assuming the pool terrace is just an area on the concrete next to the pool? I wonder how big the deck is?

Thanks for posting the slideshow. There are some nice photos! Has anyone noticed that Juan Navarro doesn't have a website, and I can't find anything on the web about him. That is one reason I'm hesitant about booking him. It seems everyone else has websites with lots of blogs to view.. Have any of you been able to find more info about him?

Quote: Originally Posted by Laura22610 What is everyone doing for music? I was planning all along to use my ipod but now that I feel like I have so much to do and not much time, I am considering looking into getting a DJ. Has anyone looked into DJ's or got prices on them? I have been stressed out trying to decide on reception music also..I have concluded that a DJ is out..Its not worth the cost if you have only 20 guests..and now that I hear there is a 3 hr minimum, NO way! Does anyone know anything about the Carribean trio that is included in the Ultimate package? How do we get a sample of their music, or can we?? It seems like when you pay for a wedding package, the resort should send a packet with all the info you need..I'm so frustrated having to email every question to Ana and responses being incomplete and 3, 4 sometimes 5 days later...

Quote: Originally Posted by DorothyAnn0403 Hey Everyone, I suppose this is how wedding planning goes, but i'm starting to get worried and frustrated. :-( I'm having a hard time getting answers from Ana, i know she's busy and takes some time to reply, i'm perfectly okay with that. But it seems as if she doesn't really answer my questions. I don't know if it's the English and Spanish writing difference? I'm worried about music and walking down the aisle, how to get that set up. I don't think we can afford a DJ with everything else, we are going with the Ultimate package. I'm also not sure about where to have the reception dinner. I heard that they can put a cover over the jacuzzi deck? Is this true, and does anyone have any pictures of this? We have maybe 20 people coming, will this be big enough, or would it be too small? Sorry for all of the questions, and thank you in advance for all of your help! I guess this is what they call the stress of wedding planning! I know it can be frustrating waiting on Ana's replies..she gets better the closer you get to your wedding date I think. She seems to be a very busy person! However, I have heard nothing but good things about Dreams weddings, if that offers any reassurance to you. I can tell you what I do know so far, and I'm sure others have information I may not have yet 1. As for music for your ceremony, I believe you have to rent the sound system to play your music if you want to bring ipod 2. You can have your reception dinner on the beach, the pool terrace, or indoor location if you choose. I think the jacuzzi deck is offered for the cocktail hour, not the dinner Do you have a travel agent working on your trip? She may be able to help you get answers from Ana more quickly. There is SO MUCH info on this site that will help your planning! Good luck! Sarah

Quote: Originally Posted by SDbeachgirl For those of you doing a sunset wedding, how much time prior to sunset are you giving yourself. The sun is supposed to set at 7:15 at the time I am getting married (May). I was going to get married at 5:30 (20 min wedding) which would leave over 1 hour of photos before sun sets. Ana said that she usually would suggest a 6pm wedding. I'm just wondering if that leaves enough time. What is everyone's opinion on this? I just want to make sure that we leave enough time for photos. I wish I could tell you, but I am struggling with the same decision...ours is also at 5:30. I don't think I'm going to make it any later though, because I want to have good lighting for the ceremony photos..

I did get it, thank you!

that would be great if you don't mind emailing it to me at [email protected] thanks! she does great work from the photos i saw!

thanks! Do you happen to have a pricing list from Claudia Rodriguez? I love the chocolate idea for the oot bags...I have been to that store in Playa del Carmen-great chocolate!! The one thing to think about though is that it is VERY hot in Mexico, even in the evening. If your reception is outside, the chocolate wouldn't last long at all.

Quote: Originally Posted by Princess402 Normajeane, I was looking back through some old posts and realized I was wrong about who the in-house photographer is. Looks like you may be able to request Juan Navarro or Sweet Caribbean? (see the post from SDbeachgirl below) I've heard of Adventure Photos (or something like that) on the Facebook fan page but I think they may just be for taking guest photos during the day and not for wedding photography. Thank you for your help! I have to say that I have looked at the Juan Navarro photos, and he just isn't my style. I am going to look into other photographers. Elizabeth Medina is amazing, but I wonder what her pricing is like. I am going to request her if possible.

Quote: Originally Posted by lilly129 Ohhh I'm obsessed with the Martha Stewart destination issue - I bought the magazine and then created my own "newsletter" in pink and orange I'll see if I can attach it. The templates on the martha stewart website weren't my color scheme which is why I created my own. I love the centerpeice pictures - thank you so much for posting that link! I am planning to use the newletter too, its a great idea...i tried to look at yours, but I don't have enough points yet still! i wonder if the resort will deliver those newsletters for us each morning? I'm still trying to decide on guest gift bag ideas..any suggestions?

If anyone is interested, marthastewartweddings.com has a great destination wedding section, with lots of ideas for guest gifts, favors, guest table cards, etc..

Hi I would love to see the photos of weddings that Ana sent you. Could you email them to [email protected] Thanks! and happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by RCBlondie has everyone (or anyone) decided on their bridesmaid dress colour? Now that I see the flower options I am not sure what colour I should be thinking...any suggestions? I actually have decided on short, black dresses! I think they will look great with bright, tropical flowers!