We were able to reserve our date very easily and quickly, though we reserved well in advance (about 18 months actually haha). We've also got more than 35 people coming and are renting a private space (the pool deck). So far its looking like it will cost us an extra 60/person. I have requested that we don't have a cocktail hour and use the including cost for that towards extra meals. Right now we have the included package and will decide on upgrading once were closer to the wedding. Don't stress too much... i know its easy to get overwhelmed but they really seem to know what they are doing.. they just do it all last minute.