Sarani Weddings

Originally Posted by ornxoxo 

 

 

I assume you're referring to Gran Caribe.  So if you're having a semi-private, it's already included in the package.  But if you want to have a private reception, you have to pay extra for $15 per person up to 30 guests (but those 30 have to be real resort guests).  If your guests are not real resort guests, you have to add the day pass on top of the $15.  If you have more than 30 guests, then you have to pay $30 per person (I think) for the 31st guests onward.  I know there's a lot of 'ifs'.....all they want to do is charge us more for every little things...

 

Hope it helps.  Let me know if I'm confusing you even more.

Hi Ornxoxo

Congratulations for your up coming wedding!! If you don't have the photography service, let me introduce you Sarani Weddings. We are a professional group of photographers and videographers who work bases in your love I leave you our web site and our blog, so you can check it and have a graphic idea from getting married in Cancun and Mayan Riviera. 

If we can assist you in any other way, please let us know.

Greetings and the best for your planing wedding!!

www.saraniweddingsblog.com

www.saraniweddingsblog.com

Originally Posted by Catish11 

 

Can you guys explain to me the pricing w/ wedding packages?? I still don't get it!! I know if it's a semi-private your guests are included, but w/ a private reception it says "upgrade to 30 real resort guests." What does that mean?? Do we have to pay an extra $15 per person as a Real Resort guest, or are they included in the private reception package as in the semi private?? My WC explained it to me but I really still dont get it....

 

Thanks girls!

Hi Catish

Congratulations for the upcoming wedding!!! When you get married? Have you consider the photography service??? 

I invite you ti see the web site of Sarani Weddings to has an idea of getting married at Mayan Riviera and surroundings.

www.saraniweddings.com

www.saraniweddingsblog.com

If we can assist you in any other way,  please let us know.

Greetings. 

Sarani W.

Hello Kaelaa

First of all congratulations for your upcoming wedding in March, you will get married in one of the most beautiful destinations in Mexico. So, now that you have planned all, have you considered the photo session? It will keep you memories for all your life. I invite you to check Sarani's web site and see the work that we generate. Sarani Weddings is a group of photographers and videographers, who passion and talent based in love of each couple, means your love. We would be love to attend you in that special day who's near to come.

Visit our web site at www.saraniweddings.com

Blog Sarani Weddings www.saraniweddingsblog.com

Greetings and the best of wishes on your planing!

Sarani E.

Sarani Weddings

Originally Posted by mrsnova 

Wedding website: http://kaelaandjoel.ourwedding.com/

 

Pinterest (I am obsessed!): http://pinterest.com/kaelahop/wedding-inspiration/

 

Engagement

 

We got engaged on April 13, 2013, it was Friday the 13th and I teased my FI that is he was pretty brave;). We had been dating for 5 1/2 years and we were making a move from Portland, Oregon to Ft Collins, Colorado but I had to stay back for work for a few months. So I was out in Colorado visiting my FI..

 

Okay lets back up..

 

We met in 2005 in Mexico when I had just graduated high school and my FI was there with his friends. We became friends and stayed in touch, starting a relationship about a year later. He is from Colorado and I am from Oregon. We did the long distance thing and I lived in CO, then he moved to OR for several years for me to finish nursing school.

 

K now that you know the background..

 

I was visiting Joel (my FI) in Colorado and we decided to go into the Rocky Mountains and have a picnic. As we walked down to lake he got down on one knee and popped the question! He had a very sweet speech but I can hardly remember because I was in shock lol. We had talked about getting married before but had no I idea it would happen then.

 

My FI picked out the ring himself and I absolutely love it! It made it even more special that he chose it:).

 

I couldn't even eat the food we packed for the picnic cause I was too excited/in shock!

 

Deciding on a destination wedding

 

Because my friends and family are in Oregon and his are in Colorado, people would have to travel no matter what, and we thought why not make a vacation out of it!

 

We chose Mexico for two reasons..one it is where we met and two we have been there several times and have always loved it and it is definitely affordable.

 

 

Us in Mexico when we first met (2005).

 

 

Choosing a location & resort

We knew we wanted to go to the Caribbean side of Mexico because we had been to Cabo and Puerto Vallarta before and didn't like it as much as Cancun (beaches are nicer, overall prettier). We wanted to steer clear of the party scene so we decided on Riviera Maya. Neither of us have been there but heard it was really nice.

 

Choosing a resort was VERY overwhelming. Not only did we have to find a resort we liked, we had to think of what our guests would want and find a place that had a wedding package/location that we liked. Luckily we have a family friend that is a travel agent and she helped us out a lot! Overall we decided on Barcelo because of the reviews and the large resort including different price options for our guests (and all child friendly).

 

 

 

 

 

 

               

                                               

Dress

I was going for the 'flowy, beachy' type of dress and I am a pretty simple person. I liked that this dress was somewhat fitted to show off your figure , but was chiffon and still felt like it would be light and fitting for the beach. I went with ivory and removed about half of the train. Mori Lee style #4862.

 

 

 

 

Shoes

I will be barefoot for the ceremony and wearing these Steve Madden Shiekk sandals for the reception. I am not a heels kind of girl so I was excited to have an excuse to be barefoot and wear sandals!

 

 

 

Bridesmaid dresses

I originally wanted mix-matched dresses and to have them all pick their own for a simple and cost effective option...but I picked a color that was kind of difficult to find. I was inspired by JCrews 'dusty shale' but I though their dresses are too expensive..the color is a bluish-green. I wanted a 'sea color'.

After look EVERYWHERE we finally decided on Nordstrom's Donna Morgan chiffon in hint of mint. I thought I wanted more of teal color but now I am glad I chose the mint green, it goes great with the guys outfits (tan)!. I love Nordstrom because they have free shipping and returns so BM could get two sizes and try and return.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Groom & Groomsmen outfits

Due to the beach wedding we wanted linen and tan (to go with the ocean and sand theme). We were able to get awesome deals because we went right at the end of summer when everything was on sale.

Groom's suit is Perry Ellis in a light tan. He will be wearing a white button up and barefoot for the ceremony, brown sandals for reception. Purchased from Macys.

(without the vest)

 

 

 

Groomsmen are a little more casual with drawstring linen pants and light weight white button up. Shirt purchased from Macys and pants from Banana Republic.

 

Flowers

I want everything to be neutral/white and pretty simple. Going with resorts flowers. Here is my inspiration. I love peonies but know they are unavailable at the resort/Mexico

 

 

Because my mother and father were married in the 80's her poofy, lace dress is  not quite my style haha..so to include it in my wedding we came up with the idea of putting some of the lace from her dress around my bouquet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                               

 

 

 

Centerpieces

I decided to do my own centerpieces to save money and I like a little DIY! I found out I could rent vases from the resort, instead of bringing them with me which is great! I haven't worked out all the details yet, but this is my inspiration (incorporating the beach, yet simple):

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hair and makeup

I am doing my own hair and makeup (with a lot of help from my bridesmaids). I really want to wear my hair curly and down but kind of leaving that up in the air depending on wind and humidity when we get there. I have several ideas..half up, side pony, all back etc. I definitely want to wear a white flower in my hair either way. My makeup will be pretty natural, but I love me some fake eyelashes!

                                                                              

 

 

 

 

 

 

Save the dates

We went more of a generic route for the save the dates, magnets with our pictures. Our pictures turned out good so we wanted to show them off and we were planning to do a destination theme for the invitations and didn't want to overdo it. Save the dates went out the beginning of July (would have sent sooner but that's went the pictures were done and date set). Oh that reminds me...our wedding date is March 1st, 2013. We wanted it after the holidays but before spring break and liked the idea of 3.1.13 (my sport/lucky # has always been 11 and FI 3).

                                                               

 

(sorry bad pic :/)

 

Invitations

I used Alyee Designs boarding pass template for my invitations. I have to admit it took FOREVER to get it exactly how I wanted it and many nights of frustration lol. But I think they will turn out great! Will post once they are finished..

Originally Posted by Tibbetts2B 

 

Hello ladies!

 

I am getting married at ERC 3/29/13! Hooray! I have had many rounds of emails w/ Gloria and she has been very helpful and usually gets back in touch with me w/in 24 hours.

 

It seems like the general timeline is "two weeks before" the wedding. She requests that final head count, menu options, floral selections, etc be given to her two weeks prior to the wedding. Which is nice considering we still don't have a firm guest count :-) We are doing the Gold Package and she said bouquets/centerpieces in the "Gold" or "Love" categories are included, and the other centerpieces are available for an extra fee.

 

Aside from menu and flowers, I think we will decide lots of details (location of happy hour, ceremony setup, accent decorations, etc) when we meet with her after our arrival at ERC.

 

Happy planning!

Hi there Tibbetts2B

Congratulations for your upcoming wedding!! Now that you already plan location, decorations, flowers, dinner, etc, have you considered the photography and videography service? If you don't, let me introduce Sarani Weddings: We are a group of professional photographers and videographers who has the talent to capture the best moments and keep it in memories that you will remember all your life. Also there ir the Trash the dress experience, which is something unforgettable. You can look at our web site www.saraniweddings.com or see the latest pictures into our Blog. 

If we can assist you in any other way, please let us know.

Greetings and happy planing in your wedding!

Sarani Weddings

www.saraniweddings.com

Follow us on Facebook

Originally Posted by TrishaJ34 

 

Yes, the travel agent sent her our confirmation info and that made it official. I'm July12th, we're very close!! :0) Congrats to you as well!

Hi Trisha

Have you considered the photography and videography services? If you don't, you are in the correct place for your search, in Sarani Weddings we are a professional group of photographers and videographers who combined the talent of 3 different countries, getting as result fine art photography of that special moment of your life. You can see more about us at our web site www.saraniweddings.com  or thru our blog. We capture the perfect moments of that expected day, turning it in memories that you will never forget. If you like to try new experiences, we highly recommended the Trash the dress sessions...it's something unique that will keep in your memorie for a very long time!!

If we can assist you in any other way, please let us know.

Regards and the best of your planning!!

Sarani Weddings

My art, my work is your love

www.saraniweddings.com

Follow us on Facebook

Originally Posted by TealMarie 

 

 

Are you just at the beginning stages of planning? I've heard that most WC down there get several hundred emails per week if not more from brides who are trying to pick the resort they'll have their wedding at plus they have up to three weddings per day there. I've recently decided on ERC and Gloria has been really great at responding to all of my emails, although I don't expect answers for a day or two. From what I've read on here, just start asking questions as far in advance as you can and maybe put more than one question in each email so you get more bang for your buck, so to speak.

 

I also found it really useful to go through this thread as well as the other one on ERC that is 50+ pages long. It answered about 80% of my questions about the resort, the food and the weddings they offered. Feel free to PM me if you have certain questions. I may be able to answer them from what I know already.

Hello TealMarie

Congrats for your upcoming wedding on December of this year. Here at Riviera always the clime is warm, and the view is so fantastic that you will be in love. I would like to know if you considered the Photo Services? If your don't, well, let me introduce; In Sarani Weddings we are an expert group of photographers and videographers who our talent came from Dominican Republic, Madrid and  Mexico City. we said " Our work, our passion, is your love", we capture the best moments of your special day and came into memories for all you life.

We invited you to see our work at www.saraniweddings.com , see our Blog. We are available for December of 2013.

If we can assist you in any other way,  please  let us know.

Regards

Sarani Weddings

Follow us on Facebook

Originally Posted by KayLynn Oliver 

 

Awesome!  Thanks so much.  I sent her the booking number, but haven't heard back from her.  I assume that's ok.  We are very close!  I will let you know how mine went, but I'm sure they will both be amazing!  Happy planning!

Originally Posted by KayLynn Oliver 

 

Awesome!  Thanks so much.  I sent her the booking number, but haven't heard back from her.  I assume that's ok.  We are very close!  I will let you know how mine went, but I'm sure they will both be amazing!  Happy planning!

Hi KalyLynn

Congrats for your upcoming wedding on July, Has we post, getting married at Excellence Riviera is son magnificent, let me ask you if are you considered the photographer and videographer service? If you don't, let me tell more about Sarani Weddings, we are a professional group of photographers and videographers who capture the best moments of that special day. We invite you to visit our web site al www.saraniweddings.com or see our blog at www.saraniweddingsblog.com and see our work. We will be please to attend you in your special day!!

We also do the Thrash the Dress and let me tell you that it's a unique experience for the brides.

Hope you like it!

Greetings!

Sarani Weddings

Follow us on Facebook too

Originally Posted by Winterbride 

 

Hi there, planning on getting married at Excellence Playa Mujeres in December 2013.  Have been trying to read all the great posts!  So how was your wedding at Playa Mujeres?  Anything helpful you can tell me?  I'm in the process of getting my date booked/rates set for the first week of December.

 

Thanks!

Hello Winterbride

Welcome and congratulations for your upcoming wedding! First of all, Excellence Playa Mujeres is so magnificent the view and so romantic to getting married at the beach. Other wise, have you considered the photographer? It is very important to have the memories of that expected moment of your life. Let me introduce; we are Sarani Weddings and we are a group of photographers and videographers who our passion, our work is your love. We considered our work as fine photography and videography. Here you can see more about our work. Also we recommended to get the Trash the dress experience, is something that you will never forget.

Greetings and good luck with your wedding planning!

Sarani Weddings

My art, my work is your love

www.saraniweddings.com

Follow us on Facebook

Originally Posted by Dominique 161 

 

Hello,

Can anyone help me?

I’m getting married in Mexico in April. We're staying at Dreams Rivera Cancun in the Riviera Maya

We're staying in Mexico for 2 weeks and plan to do a lot of excursions J

 

• Xcaret
• Dolphin swim (Only a simple package)
• Chichen Itza
• Jungle, Zip Wires, Ropes Course and Quad Bikes (Not Xplore)
• Coco Bongo Cancun

 

Does anyone have an idea on prices and who I should book with?

Or has anyone done any of these excursions and how much did you pay?

Do I book when I arrive in Mexico? Or should I book before?

 

Any help would be great…Thank you! J

Hi Dominique,

Congrats for your upcoming wedding! This activities you can book it thru their web site and pay on line (xcaret). Swim with doplhin we recommended go whit dolphin discovery in Isla Mujeres or Puerto Aventuras, the biggest is in Isla Mujeres (Garrafon) and you can book on line or by phone in their page you can found the prices of packages. Also in Coco Bongo great show by the way and to Chichen we recommended book at the airport. Other wise, for your wedding we would like to know if you are considering photographer? Let me introduce; we are Sarani Weddings and we are a group of professional photographers and videographers who our passion is to capture the memories of that special moment on your life.

You can see our work at www.saraniweddings.com

We invite you to follow us on Facebook

Greetings and good luck with your wedding planning

Originally Posted by diracornejo 

 

 

Originally Posted by diracornejo 

 

Hey Alanak- yes our wedding is April 27th as well what time and what locations did u choose for your events ?? Congradulations!!! How many people do you expect ??

Hello both girls!

First of all congratulations for both upcoming wedding on the same day!. April is an excellent month to get married, the weather is warm, the ambience is so peaceful and getting married with a view of the sea is so magnificent. Let me advise the theme of photographers, this will be the memories of that expected time. Let me introduce: Sarani Weddings is a group of professional photographers and videographers that will capture the perfect moments of your wedding day. We said: Our art, our passion, is your love. I invited you to see more about of our work at web site www.saranniweddings.com o read our reviews from brides who get married during 2012 in Cancun and Mayan Riviera.

Good luck with your planning wedding!

Hope to see you soon!

Greetings

Sarani

Originally Posted by dwbride2014 

 

 

Novia,

 

I am really shocked to hear this! Were you working directly with the resort or with a travel agent at all? I wish you the best of luck getting everything planned all over again.

Hello Dw Bride!

It's so sad to read your bad experience with this Hotel, even so, let me advise you that The Royal is an excellent locations to get married. Also i will recommended the theme of photographers in your wedding, this will be the memories for the expected moment of your live (a part of your live). I invited you to visit our web site at www.saraniweddings.com or watch our latest pictures at our blog on www.saraniweddingsblog.com

If you wanna now more about us, you can red our reviews from another brides who get married in Mayan Riviera and Cancun during the 2012 clic in here

I will personally attend you needs.

Greetings and happy wedding planing! 

Sarani

Originally Posted by MikiPlaya 

 

Hello ! Frank just asked me to marry him last week and we have decided to have a Destination Wedding off resort: do you know

1. a good planner

2. excellent photographer

3. Great venue w yummy food

4. best DJ 

5. amazing flowers??

H E L P

Miki

Hello Mikky, frist of all, congratulations for your upcoming wedding. About photographers i recommended to view Sarani's Profile. It's a great group of photograpfers and videographers and the budget is fantastic. I invite you to see their photos at their web site www.saraniweddings.com , see the latest pictures at their blog www.saraniweddingsblog.com and facebook/saraniweddings

Again, congrats

Best regards 

Hi Chyna!

Congratulations for your up coming wedding! In Sarani Weddings our Art, Our Passion, Our work, is your love.

We invite you to watch our work and consider us as your photographers and videographers in your upcoming wedding!

Sarani Weddings

www.saraniweddings.com

Sarani's Blog

Join us on Facebook

Hi Jessica!

Congrats for your up coming wedding! Getting married in Playa is so beautiful and romantic, the view, ambience, everything is like a dream come true. As an advise fot your wedding is to considered someone who takes you photo and video of your special day. It's gonna be a special day in your life, so we suggest you to consider professional photographers and videographers. Sarani Weddings has a professional team. Here you can look more of their art work.

If we  can assist you in any other way,  please  let us know.

Happy planning!!

Hi Nic J!

Congrats for your up coming wedding! Getting married in Playa is so beautiful and romantic, the view, ambience, everything is like a dream come true. As an advise fot your wedding is to considered someone who takes you photo and video of your special day. It's gonna be a special day in your life, so we suggest you to consider professional photographers and videographers. Sarani Weddings has a professional team. Here you can look more of their art work.

If we  can assist you in any other way,  please  let us know.

Happy planning!!

Great contest!