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Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Thanks ladies....well here it goes. Let me know what you think: I like the 1st one better but we'll probably use the second for chapsticks and things like that. I like them both!!! The top one reminds me of my invitations alot. I love the map idea! I like the second one for on things!

Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 Question for everyone.....what did FI do during the planning process? I like being involved in everything ( I like making the calls..emails...the forums...looking things up) but I am NOT Type A at all...the other day he asks what he can do...and I was kind of t a blank...I let hom start looking for clothes for him and GMs...what else are "safe" things for him to do? I basically just ask his opinion on some things here and there and I told him he can pick out his shirts and pants for himself and the groomsmen. I also have him picking out the gifts for our parents and his brother (Who is his BM) Also he is very excited about the Donkey and has come up with a scavengar hunt photo contest idea (Again I just let him roll with it) He wants to get little stuffed donkeys to put in the OOT bags with a list of pictures you have to get of the stuffed donkey doing silly things. For Example: Donkey with a beer, Donkey on a random strangers chair while they are sunbathing, donkey at dinner, Donkey with the live donkey etc etc. The everyone will send us their pics after we all get back and we will crown a winner. Again His idea and I thought it might entertain people and they could have some fun with it. AHHH my FI cracks me up sometimes.

@ beaz2be - When and if you find out about the chairs let me know. I am not that far yet but I am going to need a lot more than 12 chairs!

Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be Ok ladies here's a question for you. I'm obviously emailing Carolina (our WC) to try and find this out too but just in case any of you have any knowledge on it: We're looking at the new wedding packages. We had the Pearl Package, but now are considering between the New Pearl and the Free Sweet Wedding Package. Seems to me the Free package includes MORE than the paid for pearl package. It has the amenities of the Honeymoon package too. BUT.... I don't understand what the requirements are to qualify for it. Specifically it says: "Valid in Canada, USA and reservations booked at published rates only" Does this mean you have to book DIRECTLY through AS? I'm going to have my TA follow up too if need be as well to see if I qualify. If not, I guess we stick with Pearl. The other thing is that they don't clearly specify on either package how many chairs are provided. The Pearl package only says "maximum group capacity and restaurant restrictions ...AZS - 40 people - Spoon Restaurant" Does this mean that maximum 40 chairs are included? That ROXX if I'm correct. Wasn't it like 12 before? Okay, sorry so long. Any insight is appreciated. Again, I'm going to find out from Carolina as well, so if anyone is curious to have official answers I'll pass them on I am going with the Free Sweet Wedding package and adding on. I have a TA and she is dealing directly with the group booking dept at AS. They confirmed that we qualify for the Bride and Groom stay free if I book 16 rooms. This is even where I get lost and My TA and FMIL are kinda taking the lead! Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 I just got an email from Kiara about an hour ago...deposit is processed...wedding confirmed..all wedding info sent to me...Now I get to start planning a wedding That is AWESOME! I heard from Faye and she said for sure we will know tomorrow!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Lolita29 I'm not getting married in June/July but my STD are being sent 9 1/2 months before the wedding and invites are being sent out 7 months before the wedding and requesting RSVP's be received no later than 3 months before the wedding and advising people that all bookings must be done no later than 2 months prior to the wedding (hotel is requiring a full guest list of attendants one month prior to the wedding). I just talked to a TA at the beginning of this month and she said prices for Funjet are not out yet for May of next year so to call her back at the end of this month. And she said since it's still sooo early as time goes by prices are more than likely going to drop. If i get a really good price before invitations are sent out i may just email my close family to let them know. Agreed on that! I am getting married in Mid May. I skipped the STD and moved straight to invitations with booking info. I am sending those out at the end of Aug and asking for RSVP for 3 months prior. It is my goal (We will see if it happens to know what 80% of the guest list is doing by the new year) I was thinking of doing a Remember or Thank you for booking in Christmas cards this holiday season.

Ladies! I had to take a date change for my resort (Long Story) but moving from May 30th to May 15th! At least still in May!

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Wow girls..I was gone for 1.5 and half and wow was it hard to catch up. Chatty Cathy's as my mom would say. I leave tomorrow night on a red eye to Baltimore. Heading home for a weekend full of activities including my son's 1st birthday party and my bridal shower brunch. Should be a lot of fun but I am already dreading all that travel and all the events in just 3 days. Wish me luck. HAVE A Fabulous time!!!! I will be in NYC this weekend to visit friends and go to a baptism. While I am up there I have an appt to go to J Crew Weddings to look at a dress that I like from looking on the internet! It will be my first dress shopping outing! EEK! Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach So I guess my question now is, how and when do we find out who our new WC is? Will they respond to Cecile's email or will they notify our TA who will in turn notify us? My FMIL basically called and demanded to speak to Fabio. He is the ring leader of the WCs (Again great to have a bully in this instance so that i do not look like a crazy BRIDEZILLA - That is how we got Faye. So far so good with her. She emailed this morning saying she would have a written confirmation on our date by tomorrow. Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Ok girls...I have my monograms. Yup two of them. I want to share but not sure how to post attachments. Do you know how? I am not sure but I would love to see. My monograms should be here next week! Also starting next week I am good to start being added to the offical date list and To Do list. I am this close to finishing the master guest list with addresses and info, wording for invitation getting signed off by parents, next up order invites!

Quote: Originally Posted by amcferron So sorry to hear about all that. Craziness!! I'm getting married the 13th!! Will be there from the 8-15 and then moving to the el dorado maroma until the 19th!! I had signed the contract and given them my card but they hadn't charged it in 2-3 weeks, so I actuallly had contacted fabio yesterday and he finally charged it today. So, hopefully now it is OFFICIALLY booked, since they have the $$$$!!! Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Hey Mags - OMG such drama for you today!!! I feel for ya girl and WTF that hotel had 500+ rooms - and they are all sold out? I cannot believe that. I hope everyone has large room blocks already booked; lesson learned, eh? Honestly, your guests will get cheaper flights to Mexico 2 weeks before Memorial Day and you are 2 weeks further away from the start of hurricane season so I think you have a great new date! Thanks! I think so too! I was really doing Memorial Day weekend so my guests had a "free" vacation day that they didn't have to take off from work but OH well. Time to start thinking what I want and looking out for the FI and myself!

Quote: Originally Posted by amcferron So sorry to hear about all that. Craziness!! I'm getting married the 13th!! Will be there from the 8-15 and then moving to the el dorado maroma until the 19th!! I had signed the contract and given them my card but they hadn't charged it in 2-3 weeks, so I actuallly had contacted fabio yesterday and he finally charged it today. So, hopefully now it is OFFICIALLY booked, since they have the $$$$!!! First, Thanks ladies for all the kind words and your right I totally took it as a sign that we weren't meant to go that weekend. I do like the ring of 5-15-11 so I am happy! Thanks as always for your words of encouragement! Amcferron - YEAH! We will probably come down Wednesday of that week. The good thing about the FMIL is she wants this to be the best it can be and isn't afraid to get pushy about it with the resort or TA. It is kinda nice to have a bully in your corner even if it did drag out a bit. She is happy, I am happy so all is right in the world again!

Quote: Originally Posted by dakotaAZ Good Morning I know some of you have mentioned a new coordinator through Karisma, I guess Cecile is gone now also and that is who I was working with....So has anyone worked with Faye yet? We now Have Faye as well! My TA likes her but i haven't had a dealing with her yet. I just found out today. OK Ladies I NEED TO VENT! Deep Breath Long story short - I had reserved thru Cecila May 30th for my date but not put down the $200. My TA and FMIL were going back and forth between 2 resorts AS and The Royal Cancun. Unfortunately when you accept other people's $$ towards paying for the wedding you have to play nice and my FMIL being a former TA wanted to make sure we got the best deal. (She really did get us an awesome rate). Well for one reason or another that I do not know nor care at this point. All the dates for Memorial Day Weekend and the weekend before are now booked for AS. I lost the 30th. Cecila is gone. This all went down this morning. I had a minor freakout (possibly due to the fact that I am control freak and felt like things were out of control). After calming down, talking to the FI, Talking to my mom, talking FMIL I have a new WC (Faye) New wedding date (May 15th 2011) and feel back to normal. I really wanted May 30th but oh well. This morning was basically throw money at the 15th and see if it sticks. I will know for 100% sure in 24 hours. My FMIL and TA got Fabio on a call and basically got it done. AS was really understanding of my problem but booked is booked. It's our own fault for not putting the $200 down in the first place. WHEW - Thanks! I just had to get it all out and type it to feel better. NOTE: Ladies of Memorial Day weekend 2011 - I am sad we won't get to do that shot together. Also a word of warning. According to Fabio and Faye Thursday May 26th - Mon May 30th are BOOKED Solid with brides. They also said that there were some big groups. I would make sure your TA's and guest know that resort is going to be full that weekend and it's probably a good idea for guests to book ASAP. Again I am hearing this 3rd hand from my TA but might be something to be aware of. Is Anyone else getting married on the weekend of May 13 - 15 2011? Thanks for letting me get that all out. Good news I am offically (in 24hours when they email me confirmation) A Paying AS BRIDE!!!! YEAH! I am so excited!

Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...te-them-61406/ ANy advice would be great The only thing I can add is that since no STD have gone out I think your in safe territory. Also I would just keep going with Family and friends. For example for some reason everyone at my work thought they would be invited. I am only inviting one person and technically he is coming along to be my DJ...LOL. Quote: Originally Posted by hritlinger Azul Sensatori Bride March 11,2011!! Looking forward to getting all of the details planned and finished. Thanks for the great info Heather WELCOME!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart I know you B2B's don't want to stray from wedding talk but if you don't mind indulging me, what do you all do for work? I know what Amanda does but that's about it! I am a marketing director for 2 radio stations in the Houston Market. Been in Radio for 10 years. Love it! I plan radio promotions market the station, etc!

Quote: Originally Posted by daniepps I'm going to try to post a link to the pictures from my bridal shower. I had a ball. The Sex and the City theme turned out great!!!!!! Danielles Sex and the City Shower pictures by daniepps1128 - Photobucket LOVE IT!!!! What a great theme and you look so happy!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by LMMDC Congrats on selecting the big day! FI and I also recently booked for July 23, 2011!! Welcome!!! Quote: Originally Posted by mmc1105 OMG ladies... I haven't been on in a few weeks and missed sooo much! There is way too much to comment on, it took me hours (literally) to read through so many pages! Congrats to Meghan, I'm glad everything turned out ok! Welcome to all of the new AS brides (I"m really new myself ) Bigbop, I think we're in similar stages of planning... I sent out my STDs, too! Still trying to decide on the reception site, although we are having the ceremony on the sky deck on May 6, 2011 at 6 pm. It says something about a lounge area with modular seating, does anyone know if we can have the reception there? I'm going to try and post a pic of our STDs below! The color is not exact because of the bad lighting, but you get the idea. This may look better: LOVE your Save the Date! It so simple yet noticable! Great JOB!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Hey Ladies! I've been away for a few days and as usual, you Ladies are moving full steam ahead. I needed to get away and not do any wedding planning because I was beginning to get stressed out with the family drama around me. I cannot believe I am posting this on a public forum, but I am having issues with my Mother and she has been making this wedding planning a nightmare as opposed to something fun. I'm her firstborn and only daughter and I guess my expectations of her involvement were/are a little higher than her perception. Anyway, I'm channeling and processing it all and working on beginning to accept that although she has the funds, she just might not be at or involved in my wedding. It hurts, but it is what it is. I just never invisioned my wedding day without my Mom being front row and center stage. Lots of lessons to be learned in life. Moving past the drama and resisting the urge to emotionally dump here....and back on to weddings!!! We got our STD's back and out in the mail. I will be honest and say that I was on the fence about them and almost hesitated to send them out. We found an awesome seller on Etsy and while I loved all of her other work and samples, I don't think my idea translated over well via email. I wanted something very natural and organic. I love raffia and we are using Burnt Orange as our main color with sand brown and white as accents. After seeing our STD's, I am starting to think we might need another bright accent color. I am a tomboy and not a big fan of pink, so that color is out, although I have seen other weddings and I think those two colors are beautiful together. Any suggestions of an accent color to go with burnt orange that don't give off a "fall wedding" feel are greatly appreciated. Because I know how much we all love photos, my STD's that I sent out are below. We placed thins self-adhesive magnets on the rear so that people could place them on their fridge if they chose to. Any ideas for a pretty accent color?? Off the top of my head what about something in the Blue catagory. Maybe light blue? or Green blue. Not sure!

Quote: Originally Posted by JENISE I'm with you girls. I think it's Kathy. But....if it's not her, my hunch after watching Showtime is that it's a girl. At least that's what all the houseguests are thinking too. We shall soon see! I hope it's not Brittany. I <3 her and Matt and Reagan. Showtimes has already told me.... who wins POV and/if it was used to save either Rachel or Brenden.... I feel like buying Showtime for all of you so we can ALL talk about the spoilers. Lol. I am going to go with Kathy now as well! I went back and paused when the lights went out and they had the night vision cameras and I can't find her

Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 My Save the Dates came yesterday...does anyone think it is too soon to send them out? My mom thinks it is too early..but I think the earlier the better...it gives people longer to save and plan, right? I don't think so at all. I am sending out my invites in August to give my guests plenty of time on the $$ front. Then instead of the STD I am going to do a reminder card with the Christmas Cards and in the spring! Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 And another question How long are/did you stay in Mexico for your wedding? We are planning 14 days...7 for wedding and family and friends...7 just for us....did all of you stay in just 1 resort? Or did you go to a different place? We are thinking of maybe going to Cozumel for the second week...but still totally up in the air.... We are going early before everyone (Monday or Tues) and getting married on Maybe Sunday now although I really want Monday then due to my FI's work we have to be back by June 2nd so no honeymoon for us right away. We are going to take a "honeymoon" after the holidays in 2011. My FI works in college athletics so after June 2nd it is all football for work all the time! Welcome to Texas! HA I have most guests coming in Friday Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda That's so funny! Go Maryland! OK, so I finished my planning thread. It doesn't really flow but whatever, I could only look at it for so long - plus I wanted to get it done before I got my pro pics - b/c then I have to write the wedding review. Phew so much to do So, here it is: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...wedding-61350/ Have a great day! Great JOB!!! Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be By the way ladies - I found my dress!! Got it on the first day shopping! I'm sooo excited. It's not ANYTHING like I had envisioned I would want however, so now I'm starting to rethink the whole image of the day/BM dresses etc. I'm over the moon in love with it tho. CONGRATS!!!! That is awesome!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by mr.mrs.winski Hey everyone! I'm booked May 12, 2011. This place looks amazing - if anyone has any info or ideas that would be amazing! Welcome! These girls are the best !

Great Thread!!! Awesome job Girl!

Happy Wedding Day!!!!! It's going to be Perfect!!! Congrats!

Congrats and the pictures look WONDERFUL!!

Quote: Originally Posted by lesley_mexico_bride I live in the same area too, in fact I was a member at Houston Gym for years, lived 3 doors down from it. I moved 2 minutes away off Washington. We are getting married at Las Caletas Puerto Vallarta May 29,2011. Welcome!!!! We are going to try to have a meet up in August for some drinks!

Quote: Originally Posted by chong Congrats! I am so glad that it's final~ Oh wow... go Heights! What is Body 3 Fitness Boot Camp? I am pretty crazy about exercise. I saw a lot of ladies around the shepherd and washington area. Is it? I go to Houston Gym and doing some personal training and boot camp with one of the taboo instructors. I have lost about 15 lbs and when I went for my fitting today I found out that i lost about 2" around my waist!!! Chong Thanks! YOU GO GIRL with your suceess!!! That is awesome!!!!

Welcome and Happy Planning! I see your from Houston Come on over when you have time to the Houston Thread http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-brides-57310/

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb AH! And here you come to my rescue! Thanks!!! It's just that I am 3 months and 3 days out and really hate to waste my energy educating another WC on what the one I had before should have already known. But then again it was Tiffany and she was so slow to respond and certainly didn't have her stuff together. Here's hoping Carolina will be a gem. Fingers crossed. Quick Question ladies and forgive me if it has already been answered. Is Tiffany no longer with them? Not that is a big deal because we haven't gotten that far with her yet but she was our initial WC.

Quote: Originally Posted by chong maggie, I didn't know you were still debating on the resort. I hope you decide on the one that you think it will work out the best for you! Chong Well I was due to some pricing issues but this weekend with everyone's blessing we are going to go with Azul Sensatori (Which is what I wanted all along:)) So I am going to reserve my wedding date with the $200 deposit on MONDAY!!! Excited!

Ladies, I braved the Houston Bridal Extravganza today...It wasn't super worth it other than to enter for the prizes at the booths! Hopefully I will something! I really need an engagement photo session for free. LOL

Quote: Originally Posted by chong How was it? Was it worth the trip? I was always debating on going to that but never could make myself to go. Let me know how it was and maybe I will change my mind. Chong Here is the link for the Houston Thread http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-brides-57310/ I would say the only reason worth going is to register for prizes. One of them was a 4day 3 night trip to Azul Sensatori Which i would love to win for a scouting trip..LOL. Everyone I know who has gone has won something. With that said. My jeweler was there so I got to show my FMIL the wedding band I want and I got some great coupons for the dress shops in Houston. I didn't pay for the tickets because I got them thru work. So It was worth it!