Azul Sensatori Brides - POST HERE!

[Jessie]

We did the BBQ Deluxe menu for our welcome party, and the family style menu for our reception.  Our guests LOVED both menus, and just raved about the food at our events.  Because we did the Welcome party on the beach, the buffet was set up at the little Beach Grill stand (that is open for lunch).  It worked out perfectly for our purposes.  I'm not sure how they set it up in other locations, but I'm sure it would be just like any standard buffet. 

Originally Posted by DawnDean 

hi..

 

I was just looking at the overwhelming banquet kit.  I'm looking at the BBQ deluxe dinner and the Petit Gourmet and it looks like a good deal. Do you girls think it's tacky to have a buffet for the reception?  AND, if any of you have, was the food good and the setup nice.

 

My reception is at the Zocalo Terrace.  I can have the buffet there right?

 

Thanks

[2ndtimesacharm]

 

BTW- Congratulations!! When was your big day?

Any advice to a girl like me that's 11 months away and still has lots to do?

 

 

June 26th!  We leave the 24th.

 

I just started planning mine in January and we only invited immediate family so I didn't do the STDs or even invitations.  I think my best advice would be to stick to your budget and don't go crazy over OOT items or expensive things that won't matter to you or your guests in the end.  ENJOY the planning and forget the drama (if there is any!).  I'm already starting to miss the research and planning stages as we're done and starting to pack.  I can't imagine how I'd feel if I'd been planning for a year or more like some of you.  So excited that it's finally here though!!

[DawnDean]

Originally Posted by jennaba3 

 

Sorry if this has been asked before ladies but whats the difference between Zocalo Alfresco & Zocalo Terrace?? xxx

Nothing... Alfresco is the Mexican restaurant and the Terrace is the outside area of the restaurant.  That's what I was told..

[TammyWright]

Just a heads up:

 

 

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You get some great perks by booking through a GI Consultant like your choice of:

 

 Welcome Cocktail Reception

 Caribe Photo $350 Package Credit

 Bride's Spa Package

 

More information on the different packages in the link above.

[DawnDean]

Hi.. for those of you who have been there already.  I'm looking at ordering the room key/ ID holders that close.  Does the room key from Azul fit into the standard size holder (business card size)?

 

Also, do we need tip money there?  I was told that tips are included.  

Thanks.

 

Dawn

[slarso13]

Dawn- we always tip when we are in mexico- even in an all inclusive. Not required but it is totally the right thing to do.

 

ANYONE who has already booked. WE ARE in a bit of a panic. We are getting married april 20 2013 and just received our first quote for our trip from our TA. For an 8 day trip, she is quoting us at around 6000 dollars. I think that is SO high!! Is this really what it costs? we vacation in mexico every year and have never paid that much. I am panicking that no one will come if it is that high priced. Totally freaking out!! Need advice please!

[DawnDean]

Originally Posted by slarso13 

 

Dawn- we always tip when we are in mexico- even in an all inclusive. Not required but it is totally the right thing to do.

 

ANYONE who has already booked. WE ARE in a bit of a panic. We are getting married april 20 2013 and just received our first quote for our trip from our TA. For an 8 day trip, she is quoting us at around 6000 dollars. I think that is SO high!! Is this really what it costs? we vacation in mexico every year and have never paid that much. I am panicking that no one will come if it is that high priced. Totally freaking out!! Need advice please!

That sounds WAYYY to high to me.  Our rooms are averaging about 150 per night for the luxury Jacuzzi suite which most of my guests are staying in.  My FI and I are paying  1638.00 each for our Swim Up suite for 7 nights and we are doing the free wedding package.  Obviously things will add up but that's the basics for us for now.  We are 6 days behind you!

[ELAINENYC]

Originally Posted by slarso13 

 

Dawn- we always tip when we are in mexico- even in an all inclusive. Not required but it is totally the right thing to do.

 

ANYONE who has already booked. WE ARE in a bit of a panic. We are getting married april 20 2013 and just received our first quote for our trip from our TA. For an 8 day trip, she is quoting us at around 6000 dollars. I think that is SO high!! Is this really what it costs? we vacation in mexico every year and have never paid that much. I am panicking that no one will come if it is that high priced. Totally freaking out!! Need advice please!

 

Yes that is extremely high.  For luxury jacuzzi suite, it should be approx $2,640 for 8 nights double occupancy. That's basically $165/per person per night. Some other brides were able to get $150/pp. per night but the range you should be in is $150-165. Not the quote you are getting. Is your TA considered a GI Karisma travel consultant (i think that is what they are called).?

[ELAINENYC]

Originally Posted by DawnDean 

 

Hi.. for those of you who have been there already.  I'm looking at ordering the room key/ ID holders that close.  Does the room key from Azul fit into the standard size holder (business card size)?

 

Also, do we need tip money there?  I was told that tips are included.  

Thanks.

 

Dawn

Hi! I am almost certain the room key is standard business card size. I did a site visit last year and I do not remember it being anything out of the ordinary. Also, past brides have posted pics of the room key holders they ordered for their guests and I remember it looking like just business size. Unfortunately, it is HIGHLY recommended you bring plenty of small bills. Between tipping the guy who drives you to AS and back to the airport, and tipping the cleaning lady, and hopefully a favorite bartender and the staff involved helping your BIG day turn out perfectly...let's just say it is better to bring it just in case....just my personal opinion.

[ELAINENYC]

Originally Posted by JennyBenz 

 

Hi ladies!! I finally finished our STD's and would love to share with you all 

 

 

http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/t/80331/my-diy-boarding-pass-stds-are-finally-done-template-included

Hi jenny - i know i have already commented on your link but i just have to say again how stunning your STDs came out! I showed my FI and looking back now, we wished we took the time in doing this. Although I am sure i would not have done the job you did!!! Amazing job! And can't wait to see more of your stuff!!