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MARIDR: I honestly don't know how 60 people would be able to fit at the gazebo, it isn't that much space for chairs?? I had 77 people and no way everyone could of fit.

I luckily never had to deal with the Miami office. I dealt with Theresa and then when they let her go I dealt directly with Miguelina! She was very responsive on any questions I had. I absolutely had so worries on my wedding day! I do not think you need to hire Theresa at all, I promise they will take care of everything for you! 

Originally Posted by maridr2012 

Hi, I did ask them about the setup at gazebo for approx 60 people and the answer they gave me left me unsatisfied...they said I would be able to sort out those details once I arrive and to a walk-thru with the on-site coordinator a few days before the wedding.  But...looking at the pic that CDC provided a link for on their FB page, I'm okay with that setup and figure that's prob what we'll go with.  It's very interesting to hear that the Romance coordinators in Miami aren't even employees of Paradisus - and you know what?  It makes sense...because often when I ask them questions I get a slightly different answer each time, or they'll tell  me they need to check with the resort on a price for something.  Ummm...shouldn't they have all that info at their hands?  Isn't that the reason we work with them in the first place, to have a single point of contact for all our questions?!  Frustrating.

 

When I was there in December I met with Miguelina and she's really sweet and is very knowledgeable.  I also am going to reach out to her for answers on  some of my questions - it seems like she readily has answers available and doesnt try to upcharge every.single.thing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes RSE did everything for us. They actually surprised us with the fireworks on our first dance and they even extended our reception about an hr because we got started late. They were so much fun and full of energy, you have absolutely NOTHING to worry about with them. We sent them a list that they could use and they used our list and added other songs. They were AWESOME!! I highly recommend RSE as a DJ!!! 

Originally Posted by maridr2012 

Hi Dee.  I am uber excited to see your  review on your wedding, congrats on becoming a Mrs!  I'm especially excited to see your review because I also am using RSE for the same reasons as you, and I'd been nervous that they wouldnt be a great DJ - but question, how were they on introductions/MC announcements?  Did they do that for you?   I also am using HDC photography & videography and am pretty confident they'll do a great job.

 

I'm about 2 months away from my wedding...Yay!!  

 

 

Here are some of our next day TTD session!!! 

Hey ladies!! Sorry I have been MIA for a little while but things have been absolutely insane starting about a month before the wedding (My fiances' dad passed away suddenly), then we left and eloped in Vegas the weekend before we left for the DR! We then flew out to the DR and had the best wedding anyone could even image!!

I want to start out by saying Miguelina was amazing! She made sure everything was perfect and I honestly felt zero stress with putting everything in her hands. 

We used RSE as our DJ and they did an AMAZING JOB!! We actually were officially booked with DJ Mannia but after hearing lots of complaints we switched over and honestly I was soooo happy with them! 

We used HDC for our photographer and videographer and we could tell how passionate they were about their work. Milan did such an amazing job and we LOVE everything they did. 

The resort is amazing and absolutely GORGEOUS but do be prepared to do a lot of walking. The resort is VERY big and VERY spread out but we didn't mind it one bit and would do it all over again. I will tell you it was SOOOOO HOT but it was August 11, 2012 when we did get married so what can you expect! 

I am going to include some pictures from our wedding. If you have any questions or concerns about this resort you can email me at [email protected] or if you want to see more pictures! 

I am planning on putting it in the mail today to send to Allie Thanks again!! 

Hey ladies, I just got back from my wedding! It was amazing!!! Anyway, I have the starfish, who am I suppose to pass it to next?? 

Thanks I love them also!! They are still for sell if you are interested

Thanks Allie, it's been a rough 2 weeks and the wedding def won't be the same.. 

Hey ladies, sorry I have been a little MIA from this thread. My fiance' father passed away suddenly last week so we have been trying to just get through the days. 

I am def game to pitch in some money to continue the starfish on. I see you already ordered one, did you need me to send some money your way?

I am excited we are getting to continue the tradition but I think it is wrong that canadianbride never sent it to the next bride. 

I absolutely LOVE these shoes and wish they were the right color bright blue that I was looking for but unfortunately they aren't. My fiance is making me sell these shoes because I had to buy a different pair for the wedding so I am trying to get a little of my money back for these shoes. Let me know if you are interested  

I have other photos of the shoes, I don't know why they didn't post but I will post when I get home today. 

I bought these shoes thinking they would be turquoise but sadly they are a greenish color I absolutely LOVE these shoes and if they were the right color it would of been perfect for the wedding. 

I just sent you an email to see if the dresses are still available

Hey everyone!! Has anyone ordered the linen pants for the little boys? I am wondering if it is the same measurements as the adults. I know we ordered my fiances and it came in and we do love it but the pants def run small and the jacket is big on him. It is made really well though  

Also has anyone ordered bootcut and liked it?? Or the folded pockets on the butt??

Hi ladies, I have been reading this thread like crazy and trying to figure out what is better to order... pre-set size and up it a size or custom sizing and just add 2 inches to certain parts??Can you please help!!! 

Congrats CDC!! I am about 3 months out and I can't wait!! 

On the cake we are just doing half chocolate and half vanilla, didn't even think about asking for different flavor fillings. 

I actually just got an email about this from Miguelina because I was wondering the same thing. It is FREE for the first 20 people and then after that it is $15 per head.

Thanks ladies for all the reviews!! 

CDC, Wow I wonder if HDC is going to back out now. Should I email them you think?? I don't like Arrecife Studio!!! His emails are so rude and his customer service sucks! I guess since he has this contract with them now he just doesn't care how he speaks to us. Has anyone heard from their photographers? I really hope HDC doesn't cancel!! I wonder if it is $1000 for a permit for a year or something like that, because $1000 per wedding is ridiculous!

I got an email from  Arrecife Photography a while back trying to get me to book with him and I told him I already booked with someone else and I got a nasty email back from him. Very disrespectful if you ask me, especially if he is trying to get business. I wouldn't listen to him, The outside vendor fee is $120 like we have all been told 

We also hired HDC photo. The company seems sooo nice!! I have heard amazing things about them as well. The outside vendor fee is $110, and their packages are so affordable compared to others!! 

SarahnBob - It is a outside vendor fee and also a $300 electrical fee. it is def ridiculous but I have heard their DJ they recommend is awesome!!

Love this idea!! 

We are having our ceremony on the beach and reception poolside, you??

Originally Posted by DRPrincesa 

We are having a symbolic ceremony as well. (we are renewing our vows) I am extremely excited.  I thought I would have a simple something but planning has consumed me. It is all I can think about.  LOL
 

 

JayKay, did you add me to the list of fun