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

[kerrimark2010]

Two weeks, so exciting!!  I'm sure everything will be perfect!
 

Originally Posted by orbitingbklyn 

oh yay!!  i am using nate also.  i met up with him briefly in nyc when he was visiting last month & he is really great.  cannot wait!!  i totally join in recommending him, he's been really great to deal with by email.  glad you had such a good experience!

 

we leave 2 weeks from today!
 

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Originally Posted by kerrimark2010 

Nate Broshot (that's his professional name) was the most amazing photographer, and he's way less expensive than the least expensive photographer we found in Playa.  He was one of the best parts of the wedding.  Check out my review on him in the vendor thread. 

 

 

 

Kerri (the new Mrs. Morgan!!)

 

[Lisa DSO]

 

Originally Posted by kerrimark2010 

 

Don't worry about the weather forecast before you get there.  It had actually forecasted rain the whole time we were supposed to be there, and the only time it did rain was the first day for 10 minutes.  Otherwise it was beautiful.  No need to stress about it.

 

Girl, you must have been in my head because i have been mopey all day because of the weather reports...thanks for making me feel better :-)

 

Originally Posted by Mrs.G2B 

Thanks Kelly- I did try it on the dress and it seemed a bit full or heavy for the heat in Playa, I wasnt sure if I should have it removed. I think if i make it less full it might take away the beauty of it all. Still debating.

 

 

If you love it, get it. My dress is super heavy and I even had to get a 2nd dress for TTD because FI thought I might drown from the weight of it lol. I felt pretty in the big dress, so that is the one i went with. I figure it will be chilly after the sun goes down, so no prob ;-)

 

[ChicagoBride2011]

Welcome back Kerri!!  So happy there was another successful Royal wedding.  I can't wait to see everyone's pics!

 

Mrs.G2B that dress is stunning! 

 

Ladies who is the outside vendor you all are using for centerpieces and flowers?  I know it's on here, but can't seem to find it.

I've been in contact with EW Events Cancun for some outside vendor info and they have been really great, not sure if it's the same company.

[jesmcan]

 

 

Originally Posted by msglave 

 

Recent brides who used Fernando for hair and makeup, did you get around the vendor's fee? If so, how?

 

Thanks!

I just went and met him in the lobby. I told security what he was here for and they said no problem. They gave him visitor passes and that was it

 

 

 

Originally Posted by ChicagoBride2011 

 

Welcome back Kerri!!  So happy there was another successful Royal wedding.  I can't wait to see everyone's pics!

 

Mrs.G2B that dress is stunning! 

 

Ladies who is the outside vendor you all are using for centerpieces and flowers?  I know it's on here, but can't seem to find it.

I've been in contact with EW Events Cancun for some outside vendor info and they have been really great, not sure if it's the same company.

 

I used Marvin from Deseneo Floral and he was awesome!!! http://mayadisenofloral.com.mx his prices were great

[bride2bdebbie]

Welcome Back Jess!!! We've all been so excited for you:) So happy everything was perfect! Thanks for all the info.
 

Originally Posted by jesmcan 

So its official ladies I went to the social security office today and had no problems what so ever. I did not even have to go get my marriage license transalated, it took all of 5 minutes

 

I took care of all the other places so last thing now is passport. Which by the way ladies if you get the name on your passport changed within three months of getting married its free. After three months its $100.

 

I meant to tell you guys to, the blood work was a piece of cake. It took two seconds and the nurse showed me the seal break. She was so sweet.

 

Also RunningBride had given me the tip to make sure to check on all my appointments when I arrived. Good thing I did because the SPA had none of them. Zulma even showed me the e-mail she sent them so this was definitely the SPA's fault. So be sure to double, triple check on all your appointments.

 

 

 

[msglave]

Cool! Thank you MRS!
 

Originally Posted by jesmcan 

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Originally Posted by msglave 

Recent brides who used Fernando for hair and makeup, did you get around the vendor's fee? If so, how?

 

Thanks!

I just went and met him in the lobby. I told security what he was here for and they said no problem. They gave him visitor passes and that was it
 

 

Originally Posted by ChicagoBride2011 

Welcome back Kerri!!  So happy there was another successful Royal wedding.  I can't wait to see everyone's pics!

 

Mrs.G2B that dress is stunning! 

 

Ladies who is the outside vendor you all are using for centerpieces and flowers?  I know it's on here, but can't seem to find it.

I've been in contact with EW Events Cancun for some outside vendor info and they have been really great, not sure if it's the same company.

I used Marvin from Deseneo Floral and he was awesome!!! http://mayadisenofloral.com.mx his prices were great

[jorge&maritza]

 

 

Originally Posted by Lisa DSO 

 

Thanks! I'm trying to stay positive despite the fact that the 10 day forecast has it raining from the day i get there through the wedding :-(

 

 

Oh don't let this worry you. It always says its going to rain every day over there. We have vacationed there the past two summers and I looked at the forecast before we left both times and it said the same thing...thunderstorms every day! It really wasn't that bad. It did rain almost every day, but for about 10 minutes, then stopped. Good luck!!

[bride2bdebbie]

Love your dress Mrs. G2B!!!! I think it's perfect just the way it is:)

Originally Posted by Mrs.G2B 

Thank you for the reassuring words, I just talked to my parents and they are still on board with the wedding in PDC regardless of what happens from here on out   all that matters to me is that at least they be there. Everyone else I wish would just try and relax a bit, OH well.....heavy sigh!

 

I have a question for those who have already had their weddings: How far out did you mail your invitations? I sent my STD a year in advance and have gotten little responses. I'm starting to think people may go last minute and then it will throw off all my DIY projects and other items. I would love to hear what you did, or if this has already been discussed lead me to that forum.

 

I also got my dress this weekend and now feel like this is a becoming very REAL!! so excited!!! despite some family freaking out.

 

What do you think? I'm wondering if this will be to full, should I have the bottom taken out a little?? Thanks

[bride2bdebbie]

Welcome Back Kerri... I love everytime I read "The Royal was Perfect" Congratulations!!!!!! Can't wait to see pics!
 

Originally Posted by kerrimark2010 

Hey ladies,

 

I have been back for about a week, but yesterday was my first day back to work which sucked big time!  I want to go back!

 

The Royal was perfect!  The service was phenomenal, the food was great (especially at Maria Marie and Asiana), and all of our guests had a fantastic time.  Although our wedding was small (only 25), we had lots of great times (and the pics to prove it - lol).

 

A couple of things:

 

Don't worry about the weather forecast before you get there.  It had actually forecasted rain the whole time we were supposed to be there, and the only time it did rain was the first day for 10 minutes.  Otherwise it was beautiful.  No need to stress about it.

 

We added several guests after we got there (last minute people that decided to go), and it was no problem.  I just paid the additional fee the day before the wedding when I met with my WC Denys.  No sweat.  Just make sure you let your bank know you're going to be in Mexico, otherwise your debit may get declined like mine did the first time.  :-)

 

We felt super safe the whole time we were there.  We had read that worrying about crime in the border towns is like worrying about a crime wave in Chicago when you're vacationing in Key West.  It's so far removed from the violent areas that it really isn't an issue.  Although my husband's mother didn't go because she's terrified of Mexico, she really would have had nothing to worry about. 

 

Nate Broshot (that's his professional name) was the most amazing photographer, and he's way less expensive than the least expensive photographer we found in Playa.  He was one of the best parts of the wedding.  Check out my review on him in the vendor thread. 

 

 

All in all, it was the best vacation ever.  I even met Randi, although when I met her by chance at the Asiana bar I didn't realize she was on the forum.  We still did shots, though!  :-)  Glad to hear her wedding went amazingly well also - she got married after we left. 

 

Let me know if you guys have any questions - we were on a pretty tight budget, and we certainly found ways around some of their fees.  :-)

 

 

Kerri (the new Mrs. Morgan!!)

[bride2bdebbie]

OMG 5 days!!! Jenny you must be so excited... best of luck:)
 

Originally Posted by Jenny310 

Jess welcome back!! I'm happy to hear everything was perfect!! I can't wait to see your pictures!

 

I can't believe I leave in 5 days!!!