There are cheaper versions, but they catch you with the add ons. For example every table cost $100, just for the table. Costing an extra $10 per person. You are getting open bar and dinner for now $55 per person, but not including the music, cake or decorations. All of those components will be added on, the overall cost can get quite pricey. We figured that our guests paid for an all inclusive resort and to pay for a sit down dinner would be silly. The great thing is, Sandals provides a free dinner rehearsal the night before your wedding, if you have 10+ rooms booked. You can get a sit down dinner for your guests and still have an affordable reception.