KatLew

Quote: Originally Posted by egagne87 I just ordered more natural flowers (for around the gazebo) two hanging arrangements, a regular bouquet and lots of petals. Plus individual flowers for the chairs and we are just using the plain white chair covers that are included. I'm not using the red carpet in the gazebo because my bridesmaids are wearing light pink so we are using petals for the walkway. I specifically asked that NO fake flowers be at our event (because it's whats included). I asked that these flower arrangements be transported to dinner and the reception site. I think I am going to do luggage tags for name tags on the dinner table. We have a signing frame for a photo instead of a guest book since we only have 25 people coming down. I LOVE your luggage tag idea! We are having about 50 people coming to our wedding.

Quote: Originally Posted by kdnolan What type of wedding decorations are people bringing? Ceremony (3-3:30) - 6 orange chair sashes the reserve seating for parents in the front row. Cocktail hour (5-6) - guest book that I ordered online that is actually more like a photo book of us where people can write comments Dinner (6-8) - instead of table numbers, we are going to have gold picture frames with the guests' photos inside the frame to show which table they are at. I also plan to bring plum tea candles, plum and diamond table confetti, fake orange lillies, and an orange lilly cake topper for the cake. Might also bring a microphone and mini speaker so people can do speeches in restaurant. poolside reception (8-10) - I will probably just bring the guest book for those who havent signed it yet... i think we are renting lights with the speaker rental for ipod?

I was told for legal we need four witnesses?

Yes I am doing legal wedding and Paloma told me AFTER the legal stuff we could say our own vows and have a poem read. We have an odd number as well- 5 bridesmaids and 2 or 3 groomsmen lol. I'm having my girls walk down together linking arms.

Yes I am doing legal wedding and Paloma told me AFTER the legal stuff we could say our own vows and have a poem read. We have an odd number as well- 5 bridesmaids and 2 or 3 groomsmen lol. I'm having my girls walk down together linking arms.

Is anyone having trouble with family - like grandparents - that are unable to attend? How are you including them in your ceremony or wedding? My grandmother is too weak to travel to Mexico.

Te Tequila Mexican Resturant in tulum

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege I honestly think you'll be able to hear speeches just fine without anything. That is, unless you have 100 people or something like that. We plan to have between 50 to 60 guests.

What do you think about getting a small speaker and attaching a microphone to it so that we can do speeches in the restaurant? We already have a little speaker- but i am thinking about purchasing a microphone with a cord to attach it. I don't think it will be too loud that it would disrupt others in the restaurant, but just loud enough so that surrounding tables could hear the speeches clearly?

Quote: Originally Posted by nic817 We are doing a poolside reception at akumal but just paying for the basic bar in hopes that they end up offering everything. Does anyone know if there would be a regular bar close by the pools if they don't? Do you mean you are doing the national bar? Are you getting a DJ too? Do you have pictures of poolside reception?

Quote: Originally Posted by leanne1 I am hoping to get my friends package booked asap especially after reading the prices of arrecife its seems very expensive we certainly didnt budget for over 2000 dollars eeeek I agree. Their prices are too much. What about video? Any samples I can view?

Quote: Originally Posted by leanne1 Hi Kat I am flying my friend in who is also a photographer and Jazmin said aslong as she is staying a minimum of 5days that she is allowed to take all the photos and we dont have to pay a fee. I have found a flight and 4night stay 5days for $940 and my friend loves this idea we are paying for her trip in return for full days photography wohoo I am just waiting to clarify if she means 5days or they have to stay 5nights if anyone else can clarify that would be greatly appreciated thank you Ok I am going to have our photographer stay for the 5 days also in exchange for photos.... so does the 5 days include the 2 days for travel? so traveling 2 days, plus 3 days resort? ... meaning, is it ok if she arrives on Friday and leaves on Tuesday? (wedding is a monday) Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by egagne87 Omg, I am going to have a meltdown. If I can't have our Canadian Photographer come with us to do the photos. She is someone we have known for a long time. Originally I was going to use Arrecife but now she's available to come and is going to do it for a good price. I don't see how they can stop us from having a guest for a week come take photos during our wedding. Arrecife can take their 15 photos as part of the wedding package and call it a day. Maria just forwarded my email to Rocio or someone who is the manager over there. If anyone has any current information on this let me know. Or ways to problem solve. Emilie Why wont they let you have your friend take the photos?

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege Yes. If you are bringing your photographer, it's not a problem at all. If you're using the resort photographer, then you pay for them to stay This is what Jazmin emailed me last week regarding outside photographers and videographers: Finally about the photo & video, all must be reviewed with the photo company in house, I will send your email to them to check all about this point, but until I know in 2013 external suppliers are not allow, nevertheless still send your email to get all the info from the right person, ***So, does this mean no more outside photographers? My best friend owns a photography studio and I would love it if I could fly in her photographer - pay for the photographers trip in exchange for photos! would this be possible???

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege You DO NOT have to hire Arrecife Studios to capture the memories of your wedding. You are allowed to fly in a photographer. If you do this, they have to stay for 5 nights or pay a $400 fee. Make sure your photographer knows this when providing you a quote. I HIGHLY recommend you fly in your own photographer. Your day will be better captured with professional equipment, more coverage, more images delivered, and a professional will be devoted to YOU. ARRECIFE STUDIO - Onsite Photographers Most brides spend on average $2000-3000 on their services for 150-200 pictures the contact is with Ms Russe Pla, she´s the wedding photo & video manager assistance, and she has 2 emails where you can try to contact her, [email protected] [email protected] Included pictures of your CEREMONY: Unforgettable - 15 photos | Remember, Sunshine, Blissful or Deluxe - 10 photos | Mayan - 5 photos Additional Photo Options: EXTRA 1 hour 20 photos $350 USD BASIC 2 hours 40 photos $700 USD SILVER 3 hours 60 photos $1,050 USD GOLDEN 4 hours 80 photos $1,400 USD DIAMOND 5 hours 100 photos $1,750 USD LUXURY 6 hours 120 photos $2,100 USD JADE 7 hours 140 photos $2,450 USD FULL 8 hours 160 photos $2,800 USD Each HOUR @ $350 usd includes 20 DIGITAL Photos Here is the way they break up the hours. Engagement Photo Session - 1 hour Rehearsal Photo Session - 1 hour Groom Getting Ready - 20 minutes Bride Getting Ready - 40 minutes Additional Bride Getting Ready at Salon - 40 minutes Bride & Groom Session BEFORE Ceremony - 30 minutes Symbolic Ceremony - 20 minutes Legal Ceremony - 30 minutes Mayan Ceremony - 40 minutes Toast after ceremony - 20 minutes Toast and Formal Photos - 45 minutes Bride & Groom Session (beach) - 35 minutes Bride & Groom Session (2nd Location) - 35 minutes Bride & Groom entrance to restaurant - 15 minutes Entrance to dinner & cake - 2 hours Dinner, cake & Speeches - 2.5 hours 1st dance, bouquet toss, reception - 2 hours Speeches & 1st dance - 2 hours Speeches, 1st dance, reception - 3 hours TTD on the Beach - 1 hour TTD 2 locations - 2 hours Professional Studio Photo Session - 40 minutes Honeymoon Casual Session - 1 hour Honeymoon Casual Session (2 locations) - 2 hours Video EXTRA 5 minutes $200 USD BASIC 10 minutes $400 USD SILVER 15 minutes $600 USD GOLDEN 20 minutes $800 USD DIAMOND 25 minutes $950 USD LUXURY 30 minutes $1,100 USD JADE 35 minutes $1,250 USD FULL 40 minutes $1,400 USD Video Review Video Review Ala Carte Pricing: 1 additional Digital Photo: $210 mxn or $16 us 6x8 - $260 mxn or $20 us 8x12 - $350 mxn or $26 us 12x18 - $560 mxn or $42 us Thank you picture 5x7 - $150 mxn or $11 us DVD slideshow (Photo presentation & music of your wedding photos) - $4,850 mxn or $366 us Little Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $160 Medium Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $180 Large Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $200 Medium Matte Photobook (70 Photos) - $210 Medium Glossy Photobook (70 Photos) - $270 Large Matte Photobook (100 Photos) - $350 Large Glossy Photobook (100 Photos) - $390 Reviews: Post #3210 Post #3206 Post #3163 Post #2599 Post #2001 Post #3048 Post #2291 Post #4095 Post #4217 Post #4290 Post #4307 Printing Release they give you.I This is what Jazmin emailed me last week regarding outside photographers and videographers: Finally about the photo & video, all must be reviewed with the photo company in house, I will send your email to them to check all about this point, but until I know in 2013 external suppliers are not allow, nevertheless still send your email to get all the info from the right person, ***So, does this mean no more outside photographers? My best friend owns a photography studio and I would love it if I could fly in her photographer - pay for the photographers trip in exchange for photos! would this be possible???

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege You DO NOT have to hire Arrecife Studios to capture the memories of your wedding. You are allowed to fly in a photographer. If you do this, they have to stay for 5 nights or pay a $400 fee. Make sure your photographer knows this when providing you a quote. I HIGHLY recommend you fly in your own photographer. Your day will be better captured with professional equipment, more coverage, more images delivered, and a professional will be devoted to YOU. ARRECIFE STUDIO - Onsite Photographers Most brides spend on average $2000-3000 on their services for 150-200 pictures the contact is with Ms Russe Pla, she´s the wedding photo & video manager assistance, and she has 2 emails where you can try to contact her, [email protected] [email protected] Included pictures of your CEREMONY: Unforgettable - 15 photos | Remember, Sunshine, Blissful or Deluxe - 10 photos | Mayan - 5 photos Additional Photo Options: EXTRA 1 hour 20 photos $350 USD BASIC 2 hours 40 photos $700 USD SILVER 3 hours 60 photos $1,050 USD GOLDEN 4 hours 80 photos $1,400 USD DIAMOND 5 hours 100 photos $1,750 USD LUXURY 6 hours 120 photos $2,100 USD JADE 7 hours 140 photos $2,450 USD FULL 8 hours 160 photos $2,800 USD Each HOUR @ $350 usd includes 20 DIGITAL Photos Here is the way they break up the hours. Engagement Photo Session - 1 hour Rehearsal Photo Session - 1 hour Groom Getting Ready - 20 minutes Bride Getting Ready - 40 minutes Additional Bride Getting Ready at Salon - 40 minutes Bride & Groom Session BEFORE Ceremony - 30 minutes Symbolic Ceremony - 20 minutes Legal Ceremony - 30 minutes Mayan Ceremony - 40 minutes Toast after ceremony - 20 minutes Toast and Formal Photos - 45 minutes Bride & Groom Session (beach) - 35 minutes Bride & Groom Session (2nd Location) - 35 minutes Bride & Groom entrance to restaurant - 15 minutes Entrance to dinner & cake - 2 hours Dinner, cake & Speeches - 2.5 hours 1st dance, bouquet toss, reception - 2 hours Speeches & 1st dance - 2 hours Speeches, 1st dance, reception - 3 hours TTD on the Beach - 1 hour TTD 2 locations - 2 hours Professional Studio Photo Session - 40 minutes Honeymoon Casual Session - 1 hour Honeymoon Casual Session (2 locations) - 2 hours Video EXTRA 5 minutes $200 USD BASIC 10 minutes $400 USD SILVER 15 minutes $600 USD GOLDEN 20 minutes $800 USD DIAMOND 25 minutes $950 USD LUXURY 30 minutes $1,100 USD JADE 35 minutes $1,250 USD FULL 40 minutes $1,400 USD Video Review Video Review Ala Carte Pricing: 1 additional Digital Photo: $210 mxn or $16 us 6x8 - $260 mxn or $20 us 8x12 - $350 mxn or $26 us 12x18 - $560 mxn or $42 us Thank you picture 5x7 - $150 mxn or $11 us DVD slideshow (Photo presentation & music of your wedding photos) - $4,850 mxn or $366 us Little Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $160 Medium Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $180 Large Matte Photobook (40 Photos) - $200 Medium Matte Photobook (70 Photos) - $210 Medium Glossy Photobook (70 Photos) - $270 Large Matte Photobook (100 Photos) - $350 Large Glossy Photobook (100 Photos) - $390 Reviews: Post #3210 Post #3206 Post #3163 Post #2599 Post #2001 Post #3048 Post #2291 Post #4095 Post #4217 Post #4290 Post #4307 Printing Release they give you. Is there an example of a video they produced? Does the video include highlights throughout the entire wedding? (like ceremony, dinner, and reception?)

Quote: Originally Posted by alijuanpa Do u have video package info and pricing please??? Is there a fee we have to pay to resort for outside photographers taking pics?

Quote: Originally Posted by Tlseege Yes. If you are bringing your photographer, it's not a problem at all. If you're using the resort photographer, then you pay for them to stay Can you please me the photographers price list if you have it? [email protected] Also, how much extra would it be to have my friend take photos of us?.... meaning, would we have to pay a fee to allow this? (I have two friends that have taken some photography classes that would do it for free or next to nothing)

Quote: Originally Posted by egagne87 Me too! I got a gluten free cake at my bridal shower because I was so bummed I wouldn't get to eat my wedding cake. I asked Maria if they can make a gluten free wedding cake. They did she they would accommodate my wedding meal since I'm allergic to wheat/gluten and also pork. Please let me know if you hear anything about gf cake. Yes! I was told they can accommodate for a GF cake I am so releived because I was literally just diagnosed with celiacs last month - AFTER wedding and trip was booked!

Can someone please email me the photographers price list? [email protected] Also, how much extra would it be to have my friend take photos of us?.... meaning, would we have to pay a fee to allow this? (I have two friends that have taken some photography classes that would do it for free or next to nothing)

Can someone please email me the photographers price list? [email protected] Also, how much extra would it be to have my friend take photos of us?.... meaning, would we have to pay a fee to allow this? (I have two friends that have taken some photography classes that would do it for free or next to nothing) Thanks! My wedding is August 4, 2014 and I plan to send out my invites after the holidays. We already sent out save the dates. I also plan to include a letter with the travel agent information, as well as activities to do in the Akumal area. FUN ATTRACTIONS TO DO IN MEXICO: · Xel-Ha: A commercial aquatic theme park and self-described ecotourism development located on the Caribbean coast of the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, in the municipality of Solidaridad. http://www.xelha.com/ · Mayan Adventure: The Riviera Maya Mayan Adventure Tour is an adventure into the very heart of Mayaland. This terrific day offers guests the opportunity to explore 3 uniquely different eco-systems, each with it's own special surprises. Swim & snorkel in a calm, isolated, turquoise-hued Caribbean inlet with variety of tropical marine life. Explore a cave in the middle of the jungle. Swim in gently flowing, crystal clear water fed by an under- ground river filled with stalagmites, stalactites & small river fish. http://www.aventurasmayas.com/ {C}· {C}Dolphinaris: Dolphinaris is an organization in the amusement industry dedicated to the fast growing popular attraction of Swim with the Dolphins. The Company´s business target market is vacationers from around the world in the most popular Caribbean destinations. It is recognized as the premier brand in Mexico due to the caliber of its facilities and quality of service. http://www.dolphinaris.com/ {C}· {C}Tulum Extreme: A perfect combination of culture and adventure in this great tour: Tulum ruins, zip lines, rappel, cenote and a lot of fun in the Mayan jungle and facing the Caribbean Sea. http://www.cancunadventure.net/tours/tulum-extreme/ {C}· {C}Yal-Kul Lagoon: Good snorkeling with plenty of fish. Solid natural limestone lagoon edge with a few stairways for entering the water. Virtually no wave surge or currents, even when seas are rough. Yal Kul is spring fed by freshwater underground rivers that have formed it. The freshwater mixes with sea water from Yal kul's inlet to the sea. Modest entrance fee required unless you rent a lagoon-front property. Snorkel tours are also offered by several adventure tour operators. Floatation vests are strongly recommended for snorkeling.

Does anyone know if they can make a gluten free cake? Myself, fiance, and soon to be brother in law are all allergic to gluten. thanks!

I booked my trip in September... Our weddig is set for August 4, 2014 at the tulum gazebo for 3pm. Our dinner is going to be at 6 to 8 at the tequila Resturant... This is what is currently set. I still need to touch base with my weddig coordinator about the meals for dinner and I also want to set up a cocktail hour before dinner from 5 to 6 with cocktails, refreshments, chips/salsa, and guitar trio. We also plan to do a poolside reception from 8 to 10:30... My wedding coordinator is jazmin. It sounds like your wedding coordinator is slacking. I would be really upset! Did you send out your invitations yet?

Quote: Originally Posted by futuremrswarner I'm having people do their speeches during the dinner. I've read on the forum that usually not as many people are in the restaurants around the time we're in there, so it's slightly more quiet. I know I will be taking my time with the photos, so I won't really have a cocktail hour. Hopefully it works out. Since you are getting married at 3 and dinner at 6, what are you going to have your guests do in the time in-between? Since I also have the same time I'm worried as to how to entertain them. Regarding the speeches, do they provide a mic for the speeches?

Does anyone know if the national bar price includes wine and beer? (17/first hour, 12/additional hours) I know the International bar specifies that it includes wine and beer (24/first hour, 18/additional hours), but the national bar does not specify this. Thank you :)