Angie1017

Thank you! I was married at the Tulum beach palapas. Loved it!

http:// http://vimeo.com/user7580066/angie-peter Hi girls! Haven't been on here much since our wedding in December, but I finally got around to uploading and sharing this video our friend made of us getting ready, walking down the aisle and our vows. Thought I'd share with you lovely Bahia brides!

Thank you! I bought it from Etsy seller, Luxe Delux... http://www.etsy.com/shop/luxedeluxe

The KISS! Such a special moment! When my dad handed me off to my fiance... When we were dancing down the aisle after being pronounced husband and wife At our reception when my dad handed my husband a torch, symbolizing him handing over the responsibilities to my new husband

They are Johnston & Johnston first aid kits, which come with the first aid kit supplies in them (band aids, gauze, wipes, etc). I bought them from here... http://www.firstaidmonster.com/first-aid-kits-johnson-johnson-cut-scrape-kit-p-4500.html?cPath=15_233

Try emailing [email protected], and type "URGENT" in the subject line. I got a response a few hours later when I was first planning our wedding. Hope that helps!

No problem! We had 52 guests, but I think you can request the 3 tier cake regardless of how many guests you have.

That is what we did, dinner from 6 - 8, cocktail party from 8 - 11 (where we did speeches and dancing) and then to the disco! It was so much fun!

Thanks Christi! Our cake was the "deluxe option", we didn't do desert at the dinner, just the cake, and we had 52 people, there was no extra charge for the three tiers? There was plenty of cake for our guests Hmmm, Jazmin had asked if we wanted to pay extra for champagne to toast with, I said no, and she said a "fruit cocktail" was included at no charge to toast with. It tasted fruity, I honestly don't know if there was alcohol in it or not though! LOL

Nestor took these photos at our December 16, 2010 wedding at the Gran Bahia Principe Tulum. He did an amazing job, and we are so pleased! http://www5.snapfish.com/snapfish/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=2976967027/a=2908461027_2908461027/otsc=SHR/otsi=SALBlink/COBRAND_NAME=snapfish/

I don't think it matters how many people you have for the dinner. But from what I understand, whatever side of the resort you get married at (Tulum, Akumal or Coba), that is where you have to have your dinner. We had ours at the Gran Tortuga. We did use a travel agent, she is a friend of ours though, so we were lucky. I had a tough time finding one in the beginning too...no one would call me back, or they would and would listen to our budget, but then would suggest resorts that were way out of our budget! Our travel agent didn't specialize in weddings, so maybe just try going to a regular travel agent and seeing if she can do a group booking for you. We booked through Sunquest, and our flights were through West Jet...

We did, and it was SO yummy! Very fresh and moist! Here is a pic (don't mind our Simpson's wedding cake topper, my husband is a bit obsessed) he he.

We did the Remember Package for $700 USD which included: Renewal of Vows or Symbolic Blessing (Minister’s fees) Marriage ceremony with music from CD (clients can bring their own music if desired, 4 songs are suggested). Decoration of the location; the wedding location will be assigned after arrival. Bride & Groom’s bouquet & boutonniere (Tropical Local Flowers). Dinner in one of our restaurants with set menu (consult menus). Gourmet Wedding Cake or variety of Chef’s customs pastry dessert choice. Upgraded in-room Amenities 10 % Discount on Spa treatments (except pedicure, manicure, hairdresser & makeup) Upon arrival local sparkling wine will be served in the room. Transfer to wedding location for the bride. Turn down service. 10 professional full colored pictures of the wedding ceremony Late Check out until 6 PM ( wedding couple, upon request & subject to availability) Other additional personalized options are available (Ask Wedding Coordinator for current options and prices). Professional Services of an Onsite Wedding Coordinator. We also did a private poolside cocktail reception from 8 pm - 11 pm, and chose the basic package for drinks, which worked out to $11 per person. On top of that, I had my hair done at the salon ($85 USD), and had my dress steamed (approximately $15 USD). My husband had a massage as well. When we checked out our total was $1,500.00. Not bad for an amazing wedding!

I second what CanadianKim said. We brought our own photographer from home, so Nestor just took photos of our ceremony. But I am pretty sure you can pay extra and have him before the ceremony to take photos while you and your groom get ready, the ceremony, after to do family and group shots, etc. Arrecife Studio Mexico has a Facebook page if you want to contact them, and see more photos they have done

Nestor did our photos, here is a link to our Snapfish account, the password is "mexico2010" if you need it. He did an amazing job, and I would recommend him to future Bahia brides http://www5.snapfish.com/snapfish/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=2976967027/a=2908461027_2908461027/otsc=SHR/otsi=SALBlink/COBRAND_NAME=snapfish/

Oh my, Angela! Your photos are stunning! Looooove them! Congrats to you and your new hubby!

Hi Nikki, thank you! It was so much fun, I wish we could do it all over again! He he. The pink colored wine is actually the resort's "fruit cocktail" that is included to toast with after the ceremony. It is extra for champagne. It tasted pretty good!

Oh yay! These next 6 weeks are going to fly by, you'll be there in the sun before you know it! A lot of our guests said the Gran Tortuga was one of their favorite meals, it was just something different and fun! Honestly, I would have changed nothing! It really was perfect! The only thing I might have done differently was perhaps had the ceremony at 3 instead of 4, as we were a bit rushed to take pictures before meeting up at the lobby in Tulum at 5:45 to be taken to dinner. We lingered with our guests longer than we thought right after the ceremony, receiving congrats, hugs, and taking pictures before going off with our photographer at about 4:45, so only had about an hour to take pictures. It was okay for us because we did a TTD session a few days after, so I knew we'd have another opportunity to take some pictures.

Thanks Christi! Any questions, ask away! I know I had a TON before we left! Our ceremony was at 4, and it was about 20 minutes. Afterwards you get a cocktail to toast with and take pictures. We lingered with our guests longer than I thought before we all went off to take family and wedding party photos, so we didn't start taking pictures with our photographer until about 4:40. I kind of wished we had our ceremony at 3 so we had more time to take pictures, because you have to be at the Tulum lobby at 5:45 to be picked up to be taken with all your guests to Gran Tortuga. So we were a bit rushed, and didn't have time to freshen up. Our photographer was a friend, so he did take pictures at the dinner of the cake cutting, and at the poolside cocktail party. I don't know how much a photographer would charge for all of that, and the TTD session unfortunately, so I can't help you there...we were so lucky to have him come and spend the entire week with us...

From Etsy seller, FiestaPomPom. They were quick to ship, reasonable prices, and they are super cute! Keep in mind if you are getting a lot you have to unravel them yourself and "fluff" them out to make them round. But they are really cute!

I'm back as a MRS! The wedding was absolutely magical, and perfect in every way! Here are some non-pro wedding pictures, I'll post our pro ones when we get them back!

I'm back! All I have to say to future brides and grooms is do not worry! They are absolutely amazing there and take care of everything. I know it's hard when your WC won't email you back for a few days, but once you get there they absolutely take care of everything and they run so smoothly! We were married on December 16, 2010 at 4:00 pm at the Tulum beach palapas. Here is a little review: Departure: We were picked up at 5:30 am in a 20 person limo bus arranged by my dad. It was awesome to be with a bunch of our family and wedding party, pop some champagne, and be relaxed heading to the airport. Because we had such a large booking, we were all given VIP lounge passes for YVR, so we all had breakfast, coffee and for some - beer, while waiting to board our plane. The flight was great (West Jet), although you have to pay for your meals (you get non-alcoholic drinks and either Bits and Bites or a cookie), they did however pay for a round of drinks for my husband and I. It was cute, they announced that there were two couples going to Mexico to get married, and they passed around napkins to everyone and had them write down their worst wedding advice, and then we got them at the end of the flight. We had so much fun reading them before we landed. Arrival: We arrived in Mexico and boarded a bus to take us to our resort. It was good since there was so many of us, that there was only one other couple on the bus, so we only had to stop at one other resort before ours. The driver allowed us to stop and pick up beers and water for the hour and a half drive to our resort. We stayed in Tulum, in the Diamond Club area. Our room was 4021. Check in went smoothly, although some of the rooms had one king size bed, and there were a couple guys sharing a room. So we had to get them to bring in extra beds. But other than that, everyone was pleased with their rooms. We had the top floor (3rd floor) corner suite, with a king size bed, and ocean view. The bed was super comfy, although my husband prefers a harder bed. Most of our guests were in the Diamond Club area. The days leading up to the wedding were so much fun! Our friends and families meshed well, and everyone had a ton of fun together. We had our welcome dinner the night after we arrived in the main buffet in Tulum, that is when we handed out our welcome bags. My MOH had a mariachi band come and they played for a bit and my husband and I danced We went on a group excursion to Tulum and swam in the ocean there. It is so gorgeous there, it reminded me of beaches in Thailand. Wedding: Our wedding was mid-week, on the Thursday. My MOH spent the night with me the night before, and we had a Grey Goose and vodka before bed and I wrote my cards to my parents. Woke up and had breakfast with my wedding party and my mom, lounged by the pool for a bit and then went to my room to shower. Went and had my hair done at the spa with my mom. I can't remember the name of the woman who did my hair, but it turned out fabulous! I had extensions in, and she knew how to work with them. My mom's hair also turned out really nice. During getting my hair done, one of my husband's groomsmen came in with a flower and a card from him, it was really sweet. Then, later, another groomsmen came in with a card that said "Something Old". My husband had said he would be taking care of my something old, so I was super curious! In it was a charm that his grandpa had given to his grandma on their wedding day, it was a little wedding bell. So cute! Throughout the day, different groomsmen would come and drop off cards and gifts from him that said Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue. My something new was a new watch, something borrowed was a hotel pen to sign our license, lol, and my something blue was a Tiffany's necklace. So thoughtful, and such a fun idea! After the spa I came back to my room and got my make up done by a friend. I felt bad because she still had to get ready, and once she was done she only had about half an hour to get ready. But she did an awesome job, and exactly what I wanted. We were picked up in a club car, like a little golf cart at 3:55 pm and taken down to the beach. I heard my husband's song that he walked down the aisle to "Kiss - I was made for loving you" start up, and he danced and high fived down the aisle. He he. When it was me and my dad's turn to go I was so freaking excited! I thought I would be bawling, but I was sooooo happy and excited, I couldn't wipe the smile off my face! My husband was the one emotional throughout the whole ceremony and I was the strong one! LOL The ceremony was perfect, I really liked the minister. It was about 20 minutes long. Afterwards we took some family shots, and then went off with our photographer to do group shots. Dinner was at 6 to 8 at Gran Tortuga, and really yummy! Don't fill up on the salad buffet before the main courses, because you get so full! Afterwards we had a private poolside party from 8 - 11 where we did first dances and speeches. We had DJ Bijan come, and he was awesome! He and his wife were there, they set everything up, and took everything down. He played music that suited everyone! Everyone's speech was so sweet, especially my dad's. He came up with the idea a few days before our wedding to hand over the torch to my husband. So he had someone in Mexico hand carve a torch! While he was saying his speech, about how he was handing me over to my husband, in essence, handing him the torch, the Survivor theme song started playing, and then my MOH and the Best Man walked up carrying a lit torch! My dad took it and handed it to my husband, my husband then got on his knee and accepted it! It was so funny, and awesome all in one! After the poolside party we went to the Hacidenda, were the disco is, and sat around at these outdoor tables and danced, drank and partied. When we finally got back to our room very late, it was decorated with rose petals, champagne, choclate covered strawberries, little gifts, and books. My mom had set it all up, it was so sweet. A few days after we did a TTD session. We started at this unfinished condo to the left of the Tulum beach, where there is this gazebo that is unfinished on this point. It was gorgeous. We then went down to the beach and then finished with us jumping in the private pool by the Tequila restaurant. It was so much fun, and I highly suggest doing a TTD session! The rest of the week with everyone was awesome! I couldn't wipe the smile off my face, we are so lucky to have such amazing friends and family. We had a week honeymoon just the two of us once everyone left, it was so nice to unwind, relax and recharge. We had the chance to go to the a la carte restaurants that week, and ate and drank ourselves silly! All in all, it was like a dream, and the best 2 weeks of my life. Here are some non-pro pictures, I will be sure to post the professional ones once we get them. If you would like to see more there are a ton I am tagged in in Facebook, PM me and I'll give you my name and email address to search me and add me

Hi ladies, I'm back! Here's a post I did on another site, and thought I'd share with you! There are a few non-pro pics. Can't wait to hear all about everyone's weddings!!! We were picked up at 5:30 am in a 20 person limo bus arranged by my dad. It was awesome to be with a bunch of our family and wedding party, pop some champagne, and be relaxed heading to the airport. Because we had such a large booking, we were all given VIP lounge passes, so we all had breakfast, coffee and for some - beer, while waiting to board our plane. The flight was great (West Jet), although we had to pay for our meals, they did however pay for a round of drinks for Peter and I. It was cute, they announced that there were two couples going to Mexico to get married, and they passed around napkins to everyone and had them write down their worst wedding advice, and then we got them at the end of the flight. We had so much fun reading them before we landed. We arrived in Mexico and boarded a bus to take us to our resort. It was good since there was so many of us, that there was only one other couple on the bus, so we only had to stop at one other resort before ours. The driver allowed us to stop and pick up beers and water for the hour and a half drive to our resort. Check in went smoothly, although some of the rooms had one king size bed, and there were a couple guys sharing a room. So we had to get them to bring in extra beds. But other than that, everyone was pleased with their rooms. The days leading up to the wedding were so much fun! Our friends and families meshed well, and everyone had a ton of fun together. We had our welcome dinner the night after we arrived, that is when we handed out our welcome bags. We had a mariachi band come and they played for a bit and Peter and I danced We went on a group excursion to Tulum and swam in the ocean there. It is so gorgeous there, it reminded me of beaches in Thailand. Our wedding was mid-week, on the Thursday. My MOH spent the night with me the night before, and we had a Grey Goose and vodka before bed and I wrote my cards to my parents. Woke up and had breakfast with my wedding party and my mom, lounged by the pool for a bit and then went to my room to shower. Went and had my hair done at the spa with my mom. During getting my hair done, one of Peter's groomsmen came in with a flower and a card from Peter, it was really sweet. Then, later, another groomsmen came in with a card that said "Something Old". Peter had said he would be taking care of my something old, so I was super curious! In it was a charm that his grandpa had given to his grandma on their wedding day, it was a little wedding bell. So cute! Throught the day, different groomsmen would come and drop off cards and gifts from Peter that said Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue. My something new was a new watch, something borrowed was a hotel pen to sign our license, lol, and my something blue was a Tiffany's necklace. So thoughtful, and such a fun idea! After the spa I came back to my room and got my make up done by a friend, and Peter's groomswoman. I felt bad because she still had to get ready, and once she was done she only had about half an hour to get ready. But she did an awesome job, and exactly what I wanted. We were picked up in a club car, like a little golf cart at 3:55 pm and taken down to the beach. I heard Peter's song that he walked down the aisle to "Kiss - I was made for loving you" start up, and he danced and high fived down the aisle. He he. When it was me and my dad's turn to go I was so freaking excited! I thought I would be bawling, but I was sooooo happy and excited, I couldn't wipe the smile off my face! Peter was the one emotional throughout the whole ceremony and I was the strong one! LOL The ceremony was perfect, I really liked the minister. It was about 20 minutes long. Afterwards we took some family shots, and then went off with our photographer to do group shots. Dinner was at 6 to 8, and really yummy. Afterwards we had a private poolside party from 8 - 11 where we did first dances and speeches. Everyone's speech was so sweet, especially my dad's. He came up with the idea a few days before our wedding to hand over the torch to Peter. So he had someone in Mexico hand carve a torch! While he was saying his speech, about how he was handing me over to Peter, in essence, handing him the torch, the Survivor theme song started playing, and then my MOH and the Best Man walked up carrying a lit torch! My dad took it and handed it to Peter, Peter got on his knee and accepted it! It was so funny, and awesome all in one! After the poolside party we went to the Hacidenda, were the disco is, and sat around at these outdoor tables and danced, drank and partied. When Peter and I finally got back to our room very late, it was decorated with rose petals, champagne, choclate covered strawberries, little gifts, and books. My mom had set it all up, it was so sweet. The rest of the week with everyone was awesome! I couldn't wipe the smile off my face, we are so lucky to have such amazing friends and family. Peter and I had a week honeymoon just the two of us once everyone left, it was so nice to unwind, relax and recharge. We had the chance to go to the a la carte restaurants that week, and ate and drank ourselves silly! All in all, it was like a dream, and the best 2 weeks of my life.

Congrats! I hope you have the wedding of your dreams! Can't wait to hear all about it!

Ooooh how exciting! I've always wanted to go there! I can't wait to see your pictures! Good luck with your last couple of days before you leave. We leave on Sunday and I'm starting to feel like I'm running out of time to do everything!