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I am so excited for you!!! I am crossing my fingers that my number shocks me when its all said and done. We really didn't budget for the extra functions. So do you have to rent the ipod docking station or bringing your own? I can't wait to see ur pics and read ur review.

Great idea!! I hope someone I know can offer one up that they don't want back. hehe =)

What a great deal. Geez I wish I could start buying things but its waaaaay to early for me. I hope I get some great deals like this next year. Thanks for sharing!!!

I found these great links that I am putting on my wedding website for ppl to check out. They might help. http://www.rivieramaya.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=10&lang=en http://www.rivieramaya.com/_b&m/en/ http://www.rivieramaya.com/_b&m/map-en/

Well we are getting married in the Riviera Maya next year and plan to spend 4-5 days down there after for a half honeymoon. I only agreed to that because we both agreed to doing a full blown honeymoon the following year in Bora Bora. I know it will cost thousands but I will make it work. It will be so worth it once we are there relaxing on a bungalow on top of the water.

That is a sweet deal. I've heard others say they got a check within a few weeks...not sure if it was from the resort or their TA. Nicole - I am so jealous that your wedding is so close. You must be so excited...I am so excited for you. I can't wait for this time next year.

Wow I fit right in here with you ladies. First Issue: My BF just got married and had a baby. The kid will be more than a year old by my wedding. I asked her if she plans on coming and she said her and her husband want to but they dont know if they will be able to afford it. My thinking is that you should at least consider coming by yourself if bringing the whole family isn't feasible. She can come to my wedding for a minimum amount of time and would only be away from them for 1 entire day - that's it - just one day. I just don't think she will even make an effort to come. I am even considering helping out financially if she comes alone. She is a bridesmaid and knows it so I would think she should try a little bit harder than if I was just inviting. I also don't even see her wanting to be involved in the rest of the wedding planning, dress shopping, invitation making, etc. It's sad but I just feel we have gotten more distant the past couple years...but I know that is life. Second Issue: I have another friend who I have been friends with since 1st grade - 23 yrs. I always considered her my BF. Well her and I have had a falling out...more than once. Last year on my bday was the last time we were together and we both hit our boiling point. So she recently reached out to me and apologized and we have been talking back and forth and I saw her recently and things seem to be good. I always thought she would be in my wedding but since we haven't spoken in over a year it just doesn't seem right to have her in the wedding, especially when she has issues with another one of my BMs. She is a drama queen and usually wants all the attention so I can see it being an issue if I do ask her. On the other hand she has been my friend the longest and even though we fight like sisters and don't talk for a while I still love her to death and she has been the only who has been there and seen it all with me. Thankfully I have a wonderful sister and she is my MOH so that is one less thing I need to worry about. Its sad to say but I actually have a few girls on reserve so we will see what happens. Feels good to let things like this out. Go glad I'm not the only one. Wishing all you ladies drama-free weddings!!

Found the room upgrade info...

Good to hear. Hope they are easier to work with and have better pricing. Keeping my fingers crossed for you and everyone else!!

I don't remember off the top of my head but I know I read it somewhere in this thread. It was from the lady that got married at Beach Palace, upgraded rooms and rented the limos. She posted a lot of good info.

Ok so who is first at ASP?? We could really get this to work and have our own little ASP starfish.

This is great advice. Thanks girls. I am going shopping next month - 1 year in advance. I hope its not too soon. I had originally planned on all the BMs coming and my mom but now its down to just my mom and my sis for the first time. I plan on trying on different styles like you all suggested and then I can go from there. I am very happy for you Amanda. Please post some pics once you find a few you like. Enjoy!!!

That is pretty cool. My FI always joked about finding a 2 piece dress and here it is. I actually really like it.

Oops didnt really read the post haha. I am using Teresa Stauring.

I used this board and clicked on the flashing box on the top right but I don't see it anymore. Maybe its just blocked for me at work. Anyone know if that is still the way to get in contact with the TA? I clicked on the box and then I entered my info on where I was having my wedding and I was assigned to a TA who is familiar with that area. I went looking and I found the thread for the TAs. Check it out. http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/thread/10706/wright-travel-agency-and-bdw-travel-agents

Very nice. Those are my two fav colors but I decided to go with just turquoise, white and silver for the wedding. Question: Is your recepetion outside? Any worries about the wind blowing the petals around? I am trying to find a centerpiece that will be able to withstand the wind since I know my reception will be outside. Just wanted to ask around and get opinions.

Same here. I am working with a TA from this board and she has been great. Once we decide on the number of rooms she will send me the contract showing all the group benefits that I get from the resort. Its the same as booking directly with the resort but a lot less hassle. I am not going to help my guests out and be their travel agent...I am directly them all to her and she can work with them. So much easier and a lot less stress.

Love the runner Jessica. So pretty!!

These look great. Any concern about the wind or will your reception be inside?

Sara - maybe we should start our own ASP starfish passing HAHA!!!