Angie1017

Thanks! I'll definitely check with Sasse! I thought I was totally decided on the beach reception, but now I'm having second thoughts with the wind...gah! Although by the sounds of it I won't really have to decide until we are there (December), so I could suss out the weather situation then!

Great review! Thank you so much Suzy for putting my concerns to rest. One question I just thought of, you had mentioned speeches; is there an area in the Thai Beach Club where speeches can be made (ie mics)? Also, is there an area for dancing/DJ? You and your hubby look so happy, best wishes always!

Quote: Originally Posted by SuzyQ76 Hi Ladies here is my brief, or not so brief review!!! any other questions don't hesitate to pm me! http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...7/#post1283438 Yippie!!! *runs to go read*

I bought mine for $5 off Etsy (seller digitalbunnysdesigns). She was great to work with, and will work with you until you are completely happy.

Quote: Originally Posted by FutureMrsHolt Hello all! I'm looking at getting married there June 25, 2011 and would love any pictures and brochures and stuff they may have sent to you emailed to me. [email protected]. We are going there May 11-16 for vacation and I'm planning on meeting with the WC while we are there! Can't wait to see pictures and read reviews! You've got mail

Quote: Originally Posted by lea_rai Hello everyone! I'm looking into this resort for our wedding in April 2011. Just have one concern really... I've read a lot on Trip Advisor about theft from the safes in the rooms. Just wondering if anyone experienced this, what was done about it, etc. Otherwise, this place seems to have everything we want! Look forward to hearing from you... Thanks! It's basically like every other resort. You have to be smart. Look at the safe; if it is scratched, or the labels peeled back, don't use it. Lock everything in your suitcases with your own locks, and you will be fine. I've heard of people accidentally leaving hundreds of dollars out, and nothing was taken. I'm getting married there in December, and so far have heard nothing but great things about the resort! If you would like some information I've received from the resort with wedding packages, cakes, flowers, the spa, just PM me with your email address and I can send you what I have. Happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by sasse75 We just got back from GSP early Sunday morning and what an AMAZING time we had. It was my total dream wedding come true. We went for a total of 10 days - WED to WED for my guests and an extra 3 for us. My guests all pretty much paid for jr suites, but all got upgraded to jr deluxe for free. We paid for the same but had also paid for the change to a Laguna Villa the day of our wedding - which they gave to us a day early. I absolutly loved this upgrade, we both did. The room was beautiful, private pool with beds, bar, concierge etc. However not so sure we would have taken full advantage of it if our guests had still been there. We also went with the Private Thai Beach for our reception.....another great choice. Although it is pricey and I was back and forth on it right up until the end. I am so glad we did it, what beautiful spot......totally worth it! Please let me know if you have any questions Congrats!!! I'm so glad it was amazing! That's great they upgraded your guests! Did you request upgrades for your guests before you left?

Quote: Originally Posted by Princess402 WOW, I absolutely love everything you've chosen!!! Aw thank you! Other than my dress I haven't bought much wedding stuff, so it really makes it feel more "real".

Quote: Originally Posted by MandyP Hello, I would like to get married at this resort next Jan. 2011. I have been here this past november and loved it. I have so far emailed the resort as too where to start with the planning! If you have been married here and don't mind sending me the pictures I would appreciate it. My email is [email protected] Hi Mandy. I'll send you all the info I have on this resort

Quote: Originally Posted by JNagan2011 Angie- I love your shoes, earrings, and headpiece! Msglave- I also love your headpiece! ~My next mission is to find shoes! I am still trying to decide between flats/flipflops or wedges. Well my dress came in yesterday (yay ), but when I tried it on it was quite big on me. I only ordered it a month and half ago and have lost like 2 lbs. The size I had tried on in the stores was the size that I order because it fit like a glove. I just ordered it in a petite instead since I am short. Luckily DB remember this, so they are reordering my gown in one size down (while holding my original one, in case one size down is too small). But now I have to wait until July Thank you! Aw, well at least DB remembered that! Could have been a nightmare! July isn't too far away...

Quote: Originally Posted by msglave Absolutely beautiful Angie! I really dig your headpiece and earrings! Are these the shoes you will wear under your gown? I'm noticing that more and more brides are wearing either flip flops or colored flats. I haven't decided about my shoes yet. I am posting my headpiece so you can see it. I got it from David's Bridal. When you want to upload a pic, another bride told me about tinypic.com. You just go to the site, upload your pic and copy the code for discussion boards. Hopes this helps! Thanks! Yup, I am going to go barefoot during the ceremony, and wear those after and at the reception. I'm always barefoot or wearing flip flops so it works for me! Ooooh your headpiece is gorgeous! Love it! Thanks for the tip about the photos, I'll try that

Quote: Originally Posted by msglave LOL! Post a pic! No jewelry for me yet but I do have my dress, headpiece and veil! Etsy :: Ivory Whimsical Hair Flower Etsy :: Ella Earrings - Swarovski Special Occasion Earrings, FREE SHIPPING, E244B08CRL ANTAYA - women's fashion flats sandals for sale at ALDO Shoes. I can't figure out how to post pics, but here are the links, I hope they work! I'm a bit worried the rhinestones on the sandals might catch on my dress since it's lace, but I'll test it out

I bought mine today from a seller on Etsy...I can't seem to figure out how to post pictures, but here is the link. Hope it works Etsy :: Ivory Whimsical Hair Flower

Quote: Originally Posted by msglave Hi Ladies! I am getting married on December 11 at The Royal Playa del Carmen! We've got 16 booked so far and are in the process of booking the D.J. and photographer. I'm almost done with our OOT bags but I can't seem to stop shopping!!! I'm sooooo excited! Oh my goodness, I'm with you on that one! I bought my earrings and hair flower today on Etsy, and my sandals! Yay, I can't wait to try them on all together! Is it December yet?

Hi girls. Just wondering what you all are doing for your honeymoon. Are you staying at the resort, or going to a new one? We just got a quote to stay an extra week and per person it is $1250! That seems high to me considering we are getting married there and bringing in a lot of money for the resort. Does this seem right? I thought there might have been a honeymooner's deal or something...

Hi girls. Just wondering what you all are doing for your honeymoon. Are you staying at the resort, or going to a new one? We just got a quote to stay an extra week and per person it is $1250! That seems high to me considering we are getting married there and bringing in a lot of money for the resort. Does this seem right? I thought there might have been a honeymooner's deal or something...

Quote: Originally Posted by JNagan2011 I am for sure doing Mugs! They are so fun and cute... Our colors are orange and pink so we're going to do bright orange mugs so they will really stand out. I don't want to do the whole OOT bags because it is a lot to pack and really a lot of the stuff in them don't get used (thats what I felt anyways). So instead I might fill the mug with a few little things like pack of gum, welcome letter, a magnet, etc. My mom also knows someone who makes candles so she already ordered some travel candles from her so each room can have a good smelling candle!I think I am going to do the maracas too (bought in playa); they are a cool Mexican thing to add to the wedding, and one less thing for us to pack since you can get them down there. I agree, we were initially going to do OOT bags, but have since decided against them. I think that is a great idea to put the welcome letter and a few things in the mug! Genius! Have you bought your mugs yet? I've looked at a few sites, and discountmugs.com so far looks reasonable.

Quote: Originally Posted by Princess402 Aww that's sweet! It was so tough deciding on a resort, they all have pros and cons, you know? And it's tough to find one that you think will please everyone, and yourselves too! When I first started planning I totally fell in love with the Dreams resorts, but it really did seem like a "dream" to me to have my wedding there... too pricey for us and for our guests. Then we started looking at the Dominican Republic and the Dreams resorts there were much more reasonably priced, as were the costs for the weddings so I was thinking a Dreams wedding might be possible for me after all. But when it actually got close enough that we could start checking prices and availability, etc, our TA advised that flights to the Dominican were a mess (multiple stops, long layovers) and that although not all flights would be like this, there were no guarantees. And we couldn't do this to our guests. Total bummer. She suggested we have a look at Dreams Riviera Cancun, brand spanking new and offering great introductory rates, free kids, and awesome group perks and freebies. We looked at the photos and initial reviews and were sold! We changed all our plans, booked our date, and had everyone start putting down deposits on rooms right away. So my dream wedding gets to come true after all - so cool the way things work out sometimes!!! Aw that's great! I'm a firm believer in everything happens for a reason and fate - sounds like it was just meant to be! On another note...what are you all doing for favors? We are thinking of doing drinking mugs for everyone in a bright color. We thought since some guests won't know each other, this would be a good way for guests to "see" who is there for our wedding. I also want to do palm fans to put on each guests seat at the ceremony. Then again I also really like the idea of macaranas (to be bought in Playa)...

Quote: Originally Posted by gettnHitched Thanks for all the help ive received from this forum. Off to Mexico tomorrow. Getting married the following tuesday! Wish me luck! Yay! Hope you have an amazing wedding, and everything goes off without a hitch! Can't wait to hear how it went!

Princess - btw I am soooo jealous you are getting married at Dreams! It is such a gorgeous resort!!!

I can't figure out how to quote a message in my reply? LOL Jen - we got a great group rate through my travel agent, so had sort of an early bird deal, and so far have about 35 people booked. I think between now and December we will get more slowly booking. A lot of our guests can't commit this far in advance due to work, school, etc. Are you working with a travel agent/wedding planner?

Sorry guys, the one I was referring to was the private one you have to request to join, did you all find it okay? It took a couple days before I was "allowed" in

He he, Canucks blue, love it! I do love royal blue, my MOH actually suggested that colour as well! I think yellow goes great with it, or even a nice purple!

Hi girls! Just wanted to let you know (in case you didn't already) on Facebook there is a group for GRP Weddings Seems quite helpful...

Love those colours!