ROYAL PLAYA DEL CARMEN BRIDES: were kids allowed for the day? ...and other questions

[RunningBride24]

I'm just catching up from being gone all weekend. I did the same thing, I'm not doing a trial. Maybe I'll regret it but you never know.....I'm just sending/taking pictures! I hope it works!
 

Originally Posted by jamk32179 

I am going to take a risk and not do a trial. I might go to the MAC counter here to get some inspiration and take that to him. I am running out of time though! I am getting married on the 18th so I'll be sure to post some hair and make-up pics when I get home.

 

[RunningBride24]

I'm going to email mine as well and I'll relay the information to you! My reception starts at 6:30 (mid-October) and yep, on the beach.
 

Originally Posted by Lisa DSO 

My dinner reception will start at 6 I think (which should be close to sundown in November). I emailed my WC, so I'll let you know what she says. Is your reception on the beach?

[RunningBride24]

If I end up posting twice I apologize. I thought I replied then none of my posts showed up, so sorry in advance if I repeat myself.
 

Originally Posted by Lisa DSO 

My dinner reception will start at 6 I think (which should be close to sundown in November). I emailed my WC, so I'll let you know what she says. Is your reception on the beach?

Lisa, yes, my reception is on the beach starting at 6:30pm.I'll email my WC as well and let you know what she says!


 

Originally Posted by JYD1 

You're welcome!! I've been scouring tons of threads and websites too. All those areas are beautiful. I really like the setup of Xel-Ha. There is an entrance fee to the park. I tried to find on the INAH website the permits but I couldn't find anything. I would love to take pics at Tulum. I've recognized the Gran Cenote in a few photos. Can't wait!!

I think I found the prices somewhere, I'll have to look them up but I was thinking $99 for a full day. I could be wrong though! Let me dig through my 'wedding folder'


 

Originally Posted by jesmcan 

Hi,

 

   Yes there is a web cam, it is $350. You have to request it through your WC, the only thing is it is difficult to see because it is pretty far away.

 

Here is the link

http://www.realresorts.com/The_Royal_Playa_Carmen/Webcam/

 

 

Yay thanks Jess! I had forgotten about that!


 

Originally Posted by FutureMrsYak 

Did everyone bring a cake topper down with them? I wondering if I could skip the cake topper, because the cake I picked has alot on it...and I'm trying to pack as least as possible....well I guess I could just get the kind of topper that is the letter..that's simple.

 

For our at home reception I ordered a topper for my FH- It is his college sport team themed. The bride is dragging the groom and he has the team helmet on his lap, it's pretty funny. But I don't want to bring that to Mexico it was pretty pricey to risk anything happening to...

I'm bringing a cake topper, but nothing too fancy. I love your at-home cake topper!


 

Originally Posted by JYD1 

I noticed on another thread you were considering Fernando Fuentes for your hair & makeup? Did you book him? I just emailed him myself for pricing and availability. If you're not using him who did you go with? I like how Norma from MAC in Cancun cost less but quality is still great.

 

Has anyone else used Norma from MAC in Cancun?
 

Yes I booked Fernando and so far he has been great (communication wise). I really am comfortable with him! PM me if you have questions!
 

[JoZee84]

My WC said I can have him as a guest and he'll be able to come 3 hours before the wedding.  He is not staying over night at either hotel.  I'll have to pay for him and the other photographer as a non guest (non real resort guest)  at the wedding for our private reception.  Thats how I was told to do it with out getting hit with the $350 fee.  Hope this helps.

Originally Posted by risa1818 

Hmm, I definitely to sit down and calculate all this and see if I should change my package or not!

 

Is anyone making their photographer a guest for the wedding? I am thinking about doing this, but I am nervous that I could still get hit with the $350 fee. Not sure how they would handle that if I just listed him as a guest. I just think it is unfair to have to pay such a high fee when their photographer is not good. I don't mind making him a guest, just not sure if I will get caught for it...haha.

 

[Lisa DSO]

 

Does Fernando sometimes take a while to respond? I sent the deposit 3.5 weeks ago and he said he was going to confirm with his sister and get back to me, but so far nothing. I emailed him again last week and I still haven't heard back from him, so I emailed him again today. 

[giraffexx]

it took him a little while to confirm my deposit as well. i just kept sending polite reminder emails so he wouldn't forget until I got a confirmation from him. good luck!
 

Originally Posted by Lisa DSO 

 

Does Fernando sometimes take a while to respond? I sent the deposit 3.5 weeks ago and he said he was going to confirm with his sister and get back to me, but so far nothing. I emailed him again last week and I still haven't heard back from him, so I emailed him again today. 

[jamk32179]

I had the same issue, but he said he confirmed my time. Oh well hopefully there won't be any issues.

 

Originally Posted by Lisa DSO 

 

Does Fernando sometimes take a while to respond? I sent the deposit 3.5 weeks ago and he said he was going to confirm with his sister and get back to me, but so far nothing. I emailed him again last week and I still haven't heard back from him, so I emailed him again today. 

[JYD1]

 

 

Originally Posted by JoZee84 

 

 

My WC said I can have him as a guest and he'll be able to come 3 hours before the wedding.  He is not staying over night at either hotel.  I'll have to pay for him and the other photographer as a non guest (non real resort guest)  at the wedding for our private reception.  Thats how I was told to do it with out getting hit with the $350 fee.  Hope this helps.

 

 

OMG!!! This totally cracking me up. These fees are horrible!! Are you definiely considering inviting them? At least he can touch up your makeup.

 

[JYD1]

 

 

Originally Posted by RunningBride24 

 

 

Yes I boked Fernando! I have heard great reviews about him and he has been excellent to work with over the phone/email. He is pricey but I think it will be worth it, as my hair/makeup is something I don't want to have to worry about. You can PM me if you need anything, I'm more than happy to help!

 

 

 

Thanks!! I will. Just waiting to actually hear back from him. lol....

 

[orbitingbklyn]

Risa-

 

I am having my photographer stay at Gran Porto the nite before & night of the wedding (at the Royal).  And he is a guest at the wedding (he has to eat too!).  This avoids the $350 vendor fee.  I double checked on this.  I was told that if he is not staying at one of the hotels then I must pay the vendor fee.  The way it worked out for me, I'd rather pay to have him stay than pay for nothing (the vendor fee).  I am sure you could have him stay 1 night only, but I decided to do 2 nites.

 

The $100 vendor fee is the old rate.  All outside vendors are now $350 each!
 

Originally Posted by risa1818 

 

Is anyone making their photographer a guest for the wedding? I am thinking about doing this, but I am nervous that I could still get hit with the $350 fee. Not sure how they would handle that if I just listed him as a guest. I just think it is unfair to have to pay such a high fee when their photographer is not good. I don't mind making him a guest, just not sure if I will get caught for it...haha.