We are having a smaller wedding - about 25 people. We picked DRC after doing a ton of research and also because some very good friends used to live in Mexico City and actually are part of the AMResorts Vacation Club and they have thoroughly enjoyed the Amstar properties (Secrets, Dreams, NOW, Zoetry, etc). We have been to the NOW Sapphire property (which is just down from DRC) before and had a great time - so knowing this is the next tier up in the Amstar properties we are confident that we know what we are 'signing up for'.
@@nattiegams325 - here are the details so far.......
Ultimate Wedding Package --- initially were doing the lower package but switched to this after realizing all the extras added up very quickly!
Wedding Coordinator = Elisa - she's been great so far. Started corresponding with me in early Nov and always gets back to me within 3 days or sometimes the same day.
Rehearsal Dinner - we are not doing this - just inviting everyone to meet in the main bar after dinner for drinks. Several of our guests arrive this day, so this seemed like the best option. I'm still debating moving the cocktail hour here instead of on the day of the wedding though.... I'm actually not having any bridesmaids - just a ring bearer and flower girl. But all of my girlfriends and I are going to get their hair done at the spa, get ready together, etc.
Ceremony - 3pm at the Gazebo (ceremonial only)
Cocktail Hour - 4pm at the Jacuzzi with Mexican Trio
Reception - 5pm on the South Beach - I'm a kid a heart so will have a pinata and sparklers We also plan on just having the sound system with no DJ - which means I will be making our playlist and checking out the mixing software the next few weeks. Because we have a smaller group I couldn't justify paying for dance floor and DJ --- although many of us enjoy dancing - I am sure will be going to Desires afterwards.
Catamaran - will do this on Tuesday, the day after the wedding - see my other post for info here.
On Weds, we will actually leave for a 'mini-honeymoon' and go to another resort - maybe Beloved for a few days? Fiance is in charge of this though
So far I'm feeling pretty good about everything. Coming weeks have to finish up OOT Bags, music and final alterations for the dress.
Before the holidays I felt like we had a ton of time, but now the days passing very quickly! I live in Minnesota though and it was -15 degrees here today, so we are very much looking forward to some warmer weather!