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I just found this site! What a great find! I'm getting married May 7, 2011- and hope to lose 15lbs by then- I really just started after the holidays (not a lot of time) To start off I did a detox, and now I'm just trying to stick to eating lots of veggies and lean protein while sticking to a workout regime- hopefully I stay motivated, but I think this site will help! Congrats to everyone on their weight loss so far!

I'm originally from MN, but live in Utah now- but most of our guests are coming from MN. I'm getting married May 2011 at Sandos Playacar.

I'm using Octavio Montes as well- His prices really are great and his work seems pretty great too. I'm not that concerned about the pictures as some might be though. But he has had great reviews and I know a few brides from Sandos have used him, so it makes me feel a little more comfortable that he is familiar with the resort. I'm doing simple welcome bags of mugs, welcome letter, crossword puzzle, magazines, waterproof tip/card carrier. My only concern is how to get them to the guests. Maria said that we could have delivered to the rooms for $3 per bag or give them to the front desk to give out at check in. I just don't know if I want to personally deliver them- maybe I should wait until I have more of the guests travel info (they're coming from all over the US) and I can meet them when they check in...

OMG! I just found this site I've been on the other forum for 2011 brides! lol. I'm getting married May 7th at Sandos. Congrats to all the 2011 brides.

Is anyone hosting a welcome dinner? I want something that will get all the guests together to meet and mingle and possibly hand out welcome bags. But don't really want to spend the extra money for something formal. Any ideas?

Thanks for the great reviews! Such a help! and I loved the pictures! Congrats

Oh boy- now I'm nervous, I was going to wait until after the New Year to purchase our airfare too, hoping prices would drop I'm flying out of Utah, but most of our guests are flying out of MN. I've been to Mexico a few times and always been able to find really cheap direct flights from both locations. Right now I can't even find a single direct flight at any price, with the cheapest being about $400. Does anyone know what's going on? Is it always like this, this time of year?

Welcome and congrats! This site is super helpfull in all planning aspects. Be warned it's addicting.

Yes! thanks for sharing, it's always nice to see pictures of the resort to help get a better idea of how things will look/ go. Congrats!

amazing! Congrats

Thanks for sharing! This thread is super helpful! Congrats!

I was thinking of doing the same thing, but according to few brides on here it's not a good idea to ship things, they end up getting stuck in customs. I know one bride only had three of her four boxes released. I don't want to risk my dress and other wedding things not making it- so I'm just going to have a suitcase devoted to wedding supplies, it's a hassle but much better than my stuff not showing up.

We're using Octavio as well, the same package and everything. After reading the reviews I just couldn't justify using the resort photographer, and really you can't beat Octavio's prices.

Hello everyone! I've been on this site for a few months, but just found this forum! I'm getting married May 7th, 2011 at Sandos Playacar. Everyone is so far along- it feels like it is so far away but, really its just around the corner. So much to do. I love this site btw so much useful information. I can't wait to start swaping ideas! Happy Planning

Good question! I was wondering the same thing- also if anyone was planning on using programs for the ceremony. I know its a nice touch but in the essence of saving money and since everyone going will pretty much know each other, could I go without them?

Has anyone used the resort photographers? Or have samples of their work? We were just going to use the resort photographers but the reviews I've been reading on them is making me a little nervous...

Just sent my deposit for May 2011 at Sandos! I love all the great info everyone is posting! thanks

Congrats! I'm also getting married at Sandos, just set the date for May 7th- I'm guessing your a little bit farther along in your planning, any suggestions?