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Hi Kim, They did have face clothes in the room. Small towels and wash clothes, we upgraded to the Club Diamond, so maybe only in those rooms? But I found the maids to be VERY hit and miss! Some days we would get face towels and sometimes we would not! Providing them for your group might be a good idea!!

ACDC! We fly in on the 10th and out on the 17th in the afternoon. Our wedding is at 3:00 pm. We also got travel mugs for the guests, and aren't really getting into too much detail with anything else. We have some little decorations for the table and we are getting chair ties but that is about it. We each only have 2 people standing up with us so it will be a nice and intimate wedding party. We have the little things left to do as well. We are not going to write our own vows, so that is a huge relief. And we are going to keep speeches short and to a minimum! I am getting so excited! It is good to know that there isn't a steamer there. I may bring one. I am just afraid my dress will be a mess from the plane ride! Time is flying!

ACDC, We will see you down there! When do you fly in and out? We fly out the day after your wedding so I may have to take a sneak peak! How are you doing for planning? I am getting soooo excited!

We arrive on the 10th... I think we will get there around noon? When do you flight out! We may just miss each other!

Thanks for all the replies!! That made my fiance and his friends VERY happy!! They were going to go out and buy boat shoes... but this made his night! Less than 40 days to go so I may have some more questions! lol

Quick question about footwear for men. We have advised our group that long pants are required for a la carte and the reception, and we have heard men are also not permitted to wear sandals in the a la carte restaurants? Did you find that to be true, or were the men able to get away with long pants and sandals? Just curious!

Good Morning, I am wondering if the "shopping mall" at the resort sells alcohol? We were looking to get some bottles of wine for our wedding party. I am wondering if that is even possible or if I should perhaps talk to Chandlyn to see if we can get some? Or we may have to go into Ochio Rios? Thanks!

Brides, I just wanted to share a website that we just recently placed an order on. It is a huge wedding magazine you can get in Shoppers for $10, but if you go to www.weddingstar.com it has absolutely everything from cake toppers to paper place card cut outs. It was amazing to order from. We placed an order last Tuesday and got the shipment on Thursday after lunch. Speedy, carefully packed, we were highly impressed. Really decent prices too. Just thought I would share!!

Thanks Ashely. I may have to follow up with her. We are going with the Blissful Love Package, and at the end of the email in which I confirm the package, Chandlyn just said "Everything is ok. See you soon.!!" I have emailed our travel agent to see if any of her other brides that have gotten married at this resort have put down a deposit! 45 days to go!

Hi Tamandrob. We have requested the Dolce, I am nervous Chandlyn is going to switch ours as well. How many people do you have for your reception dinner? I am sure any of the restaurants will be wonderful, but it is hard when you have your heart set on something. Can't wait to hear about your wedding!

Hi Kristo, We have booked Roan Robinson. [email protected] His website is http://roanphotography.com/ Because he is supposively "up and coming" his prices were really reasonable. He has been a pleasure to deal with so far, we had to put a 25% deposit down which made me nervous but he was very professional and we received a recepit indicating he picked up the money transfer and also an invoice showing what was paid and what is remaining.

Hi Ladies! We are getting married in March and I believe Chandlyn has everything she needs. We have let her know what wedding package we want and we have sent the information sheets and our notarized birth certificates and passports. I was looking at the wedding packages today and I noticed at the bottom it says that a 25% deposit is required to confirm wedding. We haven't been asked to provide any type of credit card in order to place a deposit. Has anyone else put down a deposit? Recently married brides were you asked to provide a deposit before you left????? Thanks!!!!

HI ladies, I have a question about speeches. Is everyone planning to do speeches at dinner or is that something you are saving for receptions when you get back home (ours is in the summer)? past brides what did you ladies do? We are in the Dolce so from what I understand from posts it should be private enough to allow for speeches. We just don't want them to be too long! Looking forward to hearing your opinions!

Thank you acw! After I posted I remembered it was you that provided that information, I apologize. I will contact him and see if he is able to help us out. We might plan a couple of excursions as some may prefer to go to the falls, vs horseback riding. Therefore our groups may be smaller! Thank you again for all the helpful information!

AngelaandTrevor, Thank you for your response. Would you be able to provide me with the name of place you went, cost, contact information, etc? It sounds absolutely perfect!

Hello Ladies! Thank you JayKay and erindegagne for the spectacular reviews. They have been so helpful! For all the brides out there, has anyone heard of where you may be able to go horseback riding? Horse back riding on the beach is on my mom's "bucket list" so I would love to set something up and surprise her! For excursions we have approximately 40 guests that would likely want to go, I know one bride has left the contact information for Michael Spencer but his bus only takes up to 25 guests. Just wondering if any other brides had any ideas! Catamaran tours are not an option as "Sea sickness" runs in the family Thanks and once again congrats!!

BusyBee, After rereading my post I realize how "blonde" my river comment was. I guess it was just wishful thinking! Thank you for the information! We may have to look at different excursions!

Hi BusyBee!! Congrats on your wedding! Thank you for the detailed write up on your experience. We are getting married in less than 55 days! I cannot believe how time is flying by! I have a question about the cruise. Is it on a catamaran or boat and is it on the river? I ask this because we went on a snorkeling/catamaran excursion in Cuba, and I was sick the entire time! Although we boat all the time in the lake, getting out on the open sea and in the catamaran was NOT the same and I was sea SICK! Your excursion sounded fabulous as we were planning a trip off the resort to Dunn's River and my dad really wants to snorkel! Would love to hear back from you as I may book for our group! Thanks!! Laura

For Brides who have used the gazebo after for a dance and had the DJ, did anyone bring an ipod and have them use that for a few of the dances? I am loading my ipod with music and just want to make sure that they have the connections for it, or else I will bring them with me! Thanks!!

I just ordered these! They seem to process really quickly! Thanks for sharing! $47 including shipping to ON for 45 heavy duty zipper ones and lanyards! I think that is a great deal.

I have spoken with him and he has promised an invoice, etc once he receives the money. He will also send receipt that confirms he has received it and the balance remaining. We decided to go ahead and pay the MINIMAL deposit so I will let you know what happens tomorrow when he is going to pick it up. *FINGERS CROSSED* May or may not have been a good decision!

Have a great trip BusyBee! You must be so excited! Have a wonderful time. Cannot wait to see the pictures and hear all about it when you return! HAVE FUN

AMAZING! Thank you for sharing this! Your wedding is going to be so beautiful. Have fun and I cannot wait to see the pictures!

Hi Jodiann, Did you already send a deposit to Roan? He has asked for a 25-40% in order to secure our wedding date. It makes me a little nervous sending him money so I just wanted to see if any other brides have yet and if you received any confirmation or paperwork after you gave him a deposit. If you could let me know that would be wonderful. Thanks!

Hi Belledame, I was actually going to post a question on here regarding Roan and his emails. I received an email from him that said in order to confirm and hold the date a 25-40% deposit would need to be sent. I was going to send him the very minimal money transfer but it makes me a little nervous. Have you done anything to secure him for your wedding date?