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January 2011 Brides
murmel replied to josietoms's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by Lindobride14 Sorry for the late reply, but just saw this post and thought I'd mention a few remembrance ideas I've seen at past weddings. I went to a wedding ceremony on the beach in Maui where the bride had recently lost her father. What she did was leave an open seat in the front row with his favorite flower on it. I thought that was very sweet. You might even place a photo of your dad on the seat as well. Another wedding I attended the groom lost his mom about ten years ago, and before he did the mother/son dance with his aunt, he went over and kissed a photo of his mother that was set up next to the head table. Thanks for the ideas. -
January 2011 Brides
murmel replied to josietoms's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by pina13 Murmel! Thank you sooo much for your recommendations re: suits. The FI and I are going to be in Toronto in August so we are going to look around at the Harry Rosen Outlet in Heartland and then head over to Square One. That's so exciting! There are tons of places for you to try here! There is also the Vaughan Mills mall, we saw a few up there. Good luck and let me know if I can help in any way -
Any 2011 Brides out there?
murmel replied to Nicyx's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by Lindobride14 Hi Linhy, good to see my date twin back ! :-) How has all your planning been going? Anything new to tell us about? In other news, I just did some damage at the BCBG outlet store tonight! I was looking around the store for a dress to wear to the rehearsal dinner when I spotted a really pretty dress on the rack. Now, it wasn't LOVE at first sight, but when I put this dress on, let me tell you, it was like va-va-voom, you couldn't tell me I was not dead sexy! It's a short, clingy dress in a bright aqua/robin's egg color. It has a really pretty low beaded neckline -- def sexier than I planned for our rehearsal dinner, but what the hell! If not at my wedding, then when else, right?! (to quote the salesgirl) I will have to bust out the tripod and snap some pics to post :-) Can't wait to see it! -
Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be oooh, care to share any suggestions? I'd love to branch out. We're really into Chilean wines these days (Malbecs mostly). Thanks for the info on this ladies. One question about swim ups... since most of the pools close at like 6pm (I think that's the case anyways) are you able to use the outside jacuzzi &/or little pool section outside your room AFTER those regular hours? Am I totally wrong that the pools close like that? If so please set me straight. The pool rules...I didn't see any posted and don't think there will be any issues should you choose to swim late. We used our hottub plenty in the evening watching the moon, sipping a drink and listening to the live music from the adult bar. Wines....Ooooo.....so many. Mexican wines: (we had a ton to try while in Mexico, but unfortunately can't get many here) Try L.A. Cetto Nebbiolo Reserva Privada (if you can find it), or any of the Shiraz's L.A. Cetto produce. A couple of other current favorites: De Bortoli Windy Peak Pinot Noir (Australian or New Zealand). Sandalford Shiraz (Austraila) Trapiche Malbec (Argentina) Always love to try new ones! Quote: Originally Posted by amcferron Question about rooms: My requirements for rooms when i travel to the beach generally are to be as close to the beach as possible and to not be on the ground floor. From what i can tell, the only truly oceanfront rooms are the honeymoon suites.....Also, it seems the "premium" rooms are back behind the pool. I had ruled out the swim ups b/c i normally like to be up to see the sea good. Currently we are just booked in the luxury jacuzzi oceanview (b/c it is off gorund floor and as close to beach as possible). my TA (which i have used for years) says she thinks this room suites me best b/c of my previous travel choices, but you all have me wondering if i should just do a swim-up thoughts All the rooms above the main floor have a view of the ocean, just some might be a bit closer than others. And the resort is small enough that at most you might be a 4 minute walk/elevator ride to your room. The adults only section, is the furtherst from the ocean. The premium section is to the side. Honestly all the rooms are so similar, it will be amazing no matter where you stay! If you like the oceanview...go with it! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart I just got my Elite Banner!!! Wooo hoooo!!! Congratulations! Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Do you mind me asking which company you are renting your car through? I read some horror stories about the rental car companies at the Cancun airport and would like to hear your experience if you've rented from there in the past. We rented from Excellence Car rental. We had them pick us up at the resort, then got the rental car. Once we returned it, they also drove us back to the resort, no extra charge. We were driven to the Cancun office, about 20 minutes away. They were very helpful, even if the car was a bit older...but at least I wasn't worried about people breaking into the car. Plus their rates INCLUDE insurance, additional driver and 'get out of trouble' card (basically it's a card they give to tourists, so in case you get pulled over, the cop is suppose to just give you a warning and let you off the hook- but you do have to ask for the card!) I drive standard, and most of the cars seemed to be standards, so in case you need an automatic make sure to request it. Excellence Car Rental [email protected] Excellence Car Rental, cancun car rental, car rental in cancun | Mxico Quote: Originally Posted by Mahalo79 yay!! We just got our date confirmed! April 25th, 2011 at 4pm. getting married at the catholic chapel at El Dorado Maroma, but reception back at AS. Next I have to tell officially "meet" the WC and tell her what wedding package we want. I am going to be busy reading the older posts tomorrow at work, hope it is not too busy lol, lots to read. also don't know what reception dinner options we have. I would have written back to all of you who were kind enough to welcome me, but I'm not down with multi-quoting yet! Also my ticker is so small! Haha, oh well at least i figured out how to do it. Thanks for listening to me vent! Welcome! And don't worry you'll start to learn really quickly Quote: Originally Posted by chong That's so funny that nobody wants to have the reception on the beach. that's where we are having the reception. we are very excited about the beach!!! We are thinking about doing our wedding reception at the beach BBQ area. Also have to tell you girls, my FI 'kidnapped' me yesterday for a Surprise Day. We both worked an early shift and then we got into the car and drove for about 2 hours! Well we checked into a lovely hotel, and went out for a great dinner. And then he lead me to a concert...to my surprise it was...Sting! (And I love Sting!) We sat in the 11th row, as Sting performed with the London Philharmonic Orchestra! Hee hee I love Surprise Day!
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Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr Thanks Ladies! I know we've heard nothing but good things about everything including the food but I'm having those dreams where something goes wrong in the kitchen and my guests have to eat Cheetos and dumb stuff like that. Just trying to ease my mind a little more. Cheetos are good! LOL Quote: Originally Posted by Mahalo79 Thank you for the welcome ladies! I read about 25 pages of this thread last night and already am feeling better about planning. Now I am going to try to find some more info on the Free Sweet package?? I know I have lots more to read! Bear with me as I learn my way around here. Welcome! Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz AWW he is precious!! AND Baby g!!! Sorry, I think I am in the emotional, giddy stage! Leave 2 weeks from today! Can't wait to see the pictures! You must be getting excited! Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be VERY glad to hear this. I've not heard very many good things about Mexican wine and that's what I usually drink - so glad to know that it is drinkable (by the kilo hahaha). I don't think the house wines are Mexican. But FI and I are big wine drinkers...and surprisingly Mexican wines from the Baja area are stunning! Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 And a BIRD..that is FIs. That bird will live FOREVER....if any of you have birds...I'm sorry...but I am NOT a bird person...Animals are cute and cuddly...cats and dogs... The Bird is fine and everyone gets along (kind of)...but it's a BIRD...they live outside! I had birds growing up all my life, they were small budgies! But I love birds, but I found many people were afraid of them. Quote: Originally Posted by MaggieandJay I ordered my invitations today!!!! I am so happy with them. I must have worked on them for a total of 3-4 hours playing with font and wording and size but I really like them! Can't wait to see them! So excited that the invites are ordered. Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Before I start responding, I have a couple questions for you previous brides: 1) How far away from AS are the local markets/vendors in order to purchase Mexican trinkets and such for the OOT bags? Are they within walking distance or is AS smack dab in the middle of the jungle as I read elsewhere? Giiiiirrrrrrrrrrrrrrl, I am a Nikon feen!!! I refer to my DSLR as my second child. LOL I am very protective of it and I keep it nearby at all times. My daughter will tell me to kick back and relax with all of the photos of her. ;-) "Mom, enough please!" is pretty common for her, especially around soccer season when I deploy the rapid shot on her! LOL I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE cameras and even tried to enroll in a JC course this past semester but it was full. :-( Do not get me started on my love for DSLR's! LOL The resort is far away from the local markets, about a 20 minute drive. FI and I have rented a car for the few days before our guests arrive to run the errands. The resort just valet parks your car, no problems. We are Olympus fans! Quote: Originally Posted by ~Nicole~ Yes, they give you a beach towel card. You go get a fresh towel whenever you need it. Strange, FI and I were there in April, in a premium swim up suite and never had towel cards. Maybe that's changed?? We would get pool towels in our room, and then you just exchanged them at the beach butler hut, if you needed a fresh one. Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be This. Sounds. Awesome. "Thanks, I don't need a towel. I'm just going to swim home!" hmmmm, makes me wish I was there right now... and DEFINITELY makes me lean more towards the upgrading. Were you in the premium swim up? Do you recommend? Stayed in the Premium swim up in April and loved the hot tub beside the walk into the pool. That part I would highly recommend, especially when it cools off a little in the late afternoon, you can relax in the hot tub Other than that the rooms were identical to all the others, so no real bonus there. But you could request special soaps and room fragrances for free. Plus the premium section has the pool butlers, I don't think the other areas do.
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Any 2011 Brides out there?
murmel replied to Nicyx's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by Melaina What a beautiful dress! We finally set the resort/date earlier this month -- March 3. So I can legally participate in this thread! Congratulations on setting your date! Bonnie, the dress is stunning! I tried the tripod thing while FI was away, but all the pictures were really blurry. So I'll have to wait for a friend to take some better shots of my dress. -
Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be For any of you brides who did their own makeup how did you get it to stay all day/evening in the hot weather? Did you use a makeup fixative spray or whatever those things are called? I go back and forth on whether to try and do my own or get it done at the spa like some of you other ladies are talking about. FI gave me makeup lessons as a birthday gift last year. It was awesome. I have never been a person to wear makeup, let alone know how to apply it. The lady I did the lessons with does everything from bridal makeup to TV show makeup. I learned how to do the basics, to the over the top fabulous (which I would never use LOL) She also included a 'how to' manual and some great suggestions for different brands of makeup to use, colors, etc. Now I use makeup- lightly, but feel much more comfortable with it. **The one piece of advice she did give....don't buy a foundation /or powder with SPF in it for your wedding day. Wear a SPF face lotion and then apply foundation on top. The problem she says with foundations/powders with SPF is that with the camera flash you get a white complexion due to the reflection! Thought I would pass that one on.** I think I will likely do my own makeup, just have to buy some good quality products! But I will have my hair and BM's hair done at the salon.
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Congrats on setting the date! I have been to Cabo in late January and thought the weather was perfect. Hot during the days, 27C-33C (sorry don't know what that is in F) and the bonus was it cooled off a little at night. Great sit by the bar in a summer dress not drenched in sweat, kind of weather. I would recommend a little sweater or shawl for the evening! But you will love it there
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Any 2011 Brides out there?
murmel replied to Nicyx's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by MaggieandJay I finally in writing have a secured date!!! May 15 2011 I am so happy!!!!!! Congratulations! Now the real planning begins -
Quote: Originally Posted by dakotaAZ We are bringing a photographer with also....I thought it would have cost quite a bit more but found a photogragher here that is giving me a fantastic price and will be doing 2-3 days of photos...It is actually cheaper for me to bring her, so were pretty excited. I did look into the photographers the resort offered and was not too impressed, so this was a better fit for us since photos are pretty important. I agree. I thought it would be much more expensive, but when we totalled up what we were getting, it became a great price to bring our photographer with us. He will be doing photos at our welcome cocktail party, the wedding and then trash the dress! So excited And I'm a junior member!
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Wow, so many different careers! Well I am an air traffic controller in Toronto. I work the radar scopes, not in the tower! Love my job
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Petite Brides
murmel replied to MissSimone's topic in Destination Wedding Dresses, Wedding Attire & rings
Quote: Originally Posted by hunniebee724 I'm 5'1" and picked this dress from David's Bridal: Satin A-line Halter with Split Front - David's Bridal Love the ribbon on the back! And I agree, thank goodness for seamstresses, they really do save the day. -
I would agree with the girls about Ikea, especially for a basic glass vase. Or maybe Walmart? Or try the shops along Chinatown downtown (Spadina). Also if you are close to Mississauga, try the outlet stores at the Heartland Town shops. The home stores, such as Home Outfitters, Bouclair, Kitchen Stuff Plus, Homesense, Benix and Co., or Stokes. Since they are outlets, they offer good prices, but sometimes have limited quanities. Good luck!
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Quote: Originally Posted by daniepps A friend of a friend just got back from the resort last week and said the food is great. She did say the drinks were watered down though but that shouldn't be a problem at an all-inclusive. You can just ask for an extra shot on the side or something. We visited in April and the food was amazing! As for the drinks, I didn't find them watered down at all. Plus I was thrilled they make Caesars! (really a Canadian thing...) And the Mojiotos at the Mojioto bar are super yummy Never did try the house wines though...we rather ordered bottles or did the wine parring at Le Clique. The resort by far had the best food at an all inclusive I have been to so far. That was one of the main reasons we picked the Sensatori, since FI is a former chef and food is really important to him.
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Such a wonderful story! And a nice addition to the family
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I made him propose 5 more times...
murmel replied to clgriffi7's topic in Share your Wedding & Engagement Stories!
Very cute! That's a great NYC proposal...all of NYC! -
Petite Brides
murmel replied to MissSimone's topic in Destination Wedding Dresses, Wedding Attire & rings
I am 5'3" and bought a normal dress. My seamstress will just have to alter it to be shorter, but she says it will not be a problem. As for dress shopping it can be hard, but just take your time and be open to trying on things you would normally not think about trying. What I had imagined wearing and what I ended up buying are very different. But I love my dress! (Be note the lovely model wearing the dress is very tall...I am not LOL...unless I stand on a box!) http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_B.jpg http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_A.jpg http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_C.jpg -
Congratulations and welcome! Good luck with your planning, this is an amazing site to gain knowledge...and just a bit addictive!
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Congratulations and welcome! Sounds like your wedding is going to be a great party! Enjoy the planning and good luck
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Congratulations! There is a lot of wonderful information on this forum. And best wishes with your planning Do you have a resort in mind yet?
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how many paper lanterns?
murmel replied to dawnkyeknod's topic in Wedding Flowers, decoration, cake, etc.
I am planning on doing laterns...but that's as far as I gotten so far LOL! You ladies are so far ahead of me. I just read the DIY forum a few days ago. Now to start shopping. I think I will be aiming for about 20-30 assorted colors and sizes. -
Any 2011 Brides out there?
murmel replied to Nicyx's topic in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas
Quote: Originally Posted by prettypigpig OK girls, my dress, veil and BMs dresses have arrived! I tried my dress last night, and I love it! I will try to take some pics tonight! yeah~~ Congratulations! Can't wait to see the pictures