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Fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing! I am getting married on the beach, but need to wear high, high, high heels. (I'm 5'2", FI is 6'7"). I thought I was limited to wedges, but these might work in the sand, too! Has anyone tried them on the beach?

It completely depends on what you are comparing it to, and where you are traveling from...

I guess, even if it is 'a lot', it's not like I will get married everyday. Wow, mrsrepp, you are certainly going to be busy! Good luck with all of that! Just think of how celebratory that will be!

I am the opposite - lots of ideas for his mom, but not so much for my parents. I am just doing the same thing for both. beach bags for the moms with most of the same things my bm and moh are getting. The dads are getting caps that say "Father of the Bride" and "Father of the Groom", and our "Still Drunk from Breakfast" t-shirts that the best man and groom are getting. They are also getting the bubbas that are our favors, but the parents and bridal party are all getting theirs engraved. Then we are going to make them photo books afterwards. I am also looking at embroidered handkerchiefs, but I am not sure. What about sending his mom to the spa too? Or a little item of jewelry? Some parents like the engraved stuff, others do not, but that might be something to consider. Or what about an excursion with all parents and the two of you? They just might want to spend some time with you! Good luck thinking of something!

Welcome! Cayo Levantado looks amazing! Good to see another (potential) bride here!

Gorgeous location!

Oh! Can you post pictures? I think that might be my next DIY project....

Oh! Good to know! Thanks for the tip!

I think that is what I am going to go with... although I saw a jersey cotton one I like too. But chiffon seems to flow so nicely.

I would find a travel agent; they will let you know about prices. As for the websites, you have a few different options. You can even search on here for some discussion from the brides. That's what I did... and I ended up choosing weddingwire. It was free (very important), is very easy to use (equally important), has lots of information, and is quite customizable. I like it, and we have heard quite a few good things (of course, almost no one I know has had a wedding website before, but still!). There is a link to mine in my signature, if you want to check it out. Hope that helps!

Oh I have gotten so many great ideas! I am not sure what I will use, but I am gathering ideas and narrowing it down. Lots of time! My friend walked out to (I'm Gonna Be) 500 Miles. It is from Benny and Joon. I love it, and it was just perfect. I might copy her... but still thinking! Upbeat though, and had everyone smiling for sure!

You have seen these lately there?

I forgot to post this before... another free tote bag!

WOW! what a sale!

Hmmm... that could be interesting. I am kind of in the same boat. How are you dealing with that?

Ooooh! Can you post a picture?

I am going to send out the save the dates shortly after we book (early this year, sounds like. spring at latest). Then I am going to send invitations out late fall... so they do not get caught in Christmas shuffle (we are getting married in July). Maybe so it works out to be 6-8 months in advance. Then I am going to send out an information packet about 2 months in advance of actually leaving. This is the plan, anyway.

Amazing! I have been waiting to see your planning thread... WOW on coming in under budget by so much! Congratulations! Everything looks wonderful!

Welcome! I am from Alberta too (Lethbridge) but we aren't going to be able to do a site visit first. You're so lucky you can! Congratulations and happy planning! I am sure your visit will be wonderful!

Hey, where are you from, if you do not mind me asking?

New order! I am slightly addicted! If anyone is interested, there is a great sale right now. Must be for boxing week stuff! Plus, they are being really fast with the shipping. Instead of 3 weeks, my last order took one. I got the I'm Right shirt for FI, because he absolutely hates to be wrong about things... and he thought it was hilarious when he saw it on some commercial. Everything else is for the wedding. I also picked up another free pen. I think I am going to go half blue wave pens and half of the ones with the palm trees. So much fun!

I think the hardest part is picking a resort. It came fairly easily for us, but that is just a fluke. Have you ever been to the Riviera Maya? If not, talk to people who have. (For example, I would recommend Grand Sirenis!) The very first thing is to look at yourselves. What is important to you? What do you and your FI like to do on vacation? Are you lay around the pool people, or do you like to go-go-go all the time? Super active, sightseeing, swimming the whole time...? Is the view most important, or the food? Also, decide if you want adults only, or family friendly. And decide if you want to go all inclusive or not. Then, look at the makeup of the group that will probably be traveling with you. If it is a family-friendly resort, how kid-focused do you want it to be? Some places have great kids programs, so mom and dad can relax while the little ones go play. Or maybe elegance is very important, with fine dining and luxurious amenities. Maybe you have history buffs who want to see the mayan ruins (amazing!) or would like to try their hand at snorkeling (also great!). Or maybe it is a big party crowd, who love to drink! Look at your friends, your family, and yourselves. Then, start researching! If you are not leaning towards certain places or chains, research lots! Some places have incredible snorkeling, but have long trips to ruins, for example. Some places are close to Hidden Worlds, or Xel-Ha, or Xcaret, for the nature lovers, but farther away from the party scene in Cancun. Do you think you would like a big resort or a small one? There are lots of things to consider, yes, but I would explore a few options online, then look at reviews. I really try to avoid tripadvisor, but if you take it all with a grain of salt, there can be some good information. Narrow it down to an area of the Riviera Maya, then to a few resorts, then research all of those to make up your minds. Or, you might be like us, and fall in love with a resort right off the bat (we are going to the Dominican). Biggest factor, though, is what YOU want. Once you figure that out, picking out the resort becomes much easier.

Adore! Wrapping presents?

They are a series of books. A great series of books! I actually dislike skiing, but I haven't tried in a long time, so I am going to give it another go this winter. FI's parents live in a very popular skiing town. So maybe I will change it to 'like' after that! toboganning?

I was just looking at them! They look great, and are pretty reasonably priced. I am not quite looking yet... any idea on how often these will show up?