TarahNov2015

Hi HCurtis, We are bringing gold charger plates [bought from BB&B for $50 vs renting for 6-9 each], table runners [vs renting for $35 and up], votives with LED lights [never got a rent quote], menu/name card [they print generic menus for free but i wanted something unique and special], bride/groom chair signs [renting is overpriced], decor table stuff [frames, anchors, message in a bottle sign in, gold accents] that ties back into my theme. I also am bringing welcome bags for the guests. Side note- I am renting glass hurricanes from the resort for $7 each because i feel like it would be a pain to travel with. I am reusing the bridal bouquets for centerpieces. The lighting issue- I had to add lights because the resort is not bright enough for evening photos. I am adding a 20 light strand of lanterns for $300.00. You can bring your own lights but there is a stringing fee and again traveling with such fragile bulbs is not very appealing to me. I would have to get there and half be broken. What bothers me in the video posted to this thread is it looks like only some of the lights were actually working. You spend so much money on a photographer that it would be a bummer if your photos were not as good because of lighting. ~Tarah

I get married Nov 16th. Alejandra has been great. We are also using the wedding gazebo for the ceremony. Cocktail hour and our reception will also be setup in that area on the deck area. The only surprise I've had is having to add lighting. The resort is not well enough lit up at night. I was really bummed I had to remove flowers I had added to the gazebo for lights during the reception. Given the prices to rent most things I will be bringing my own charger plates, table runners, votives etc. our plan is to have a fully traditional wedding and reception but with the hopes of it feeling like a family vacation. We only have 27 guests attending so I'm hoping to pull together some last minute details. Time goes by to fast so I suggest starting early w planning.

I am so glad Secrets Playa Mujeres Brides are writing! I get married there Nov. 16 2015! I cant wait to hear more about your journey through planning! I have not talked to the wedding coordinator yet, we just signed the contract through our travel agent. Have you seen any wedding pictures yet?