Iberostar Rose Hall Brides - Post all info/questions here!

[Marlena]

I ordered from efavormart.com too! The prices are crazy good! I ordered the organza table runners and silk fans. I'm going with the resort silver chair sashes though, I don't want to be bringing too much stuff down there
 

Originally Posted by mrsdeloatch2be 

I ordered chair sahses and table runners from efavormart and they look awesome!.. Cant wait to see them in action next week
 

 

 

[Jamaica2012]

So glad you had a wonderful time! Can't wait to see pics of your beautiful day! Enjoy the married life!!! 

Originally Posted by brandyshaunta 

Hi ladies, 

 

I just wanted to let you know I just got back from my wedding/honeymoon/vacay at IBRB.  Everything turned out great!  I will post pics and a review soon. Just wanted to let you all know I didn't do much communication with the resort, but I did bring a lot of my decor and everything was perfect!  If you have any questions you need an answer to right away, it's best to email me: [email protected].  Until then, happy planning....pics soon to come

 

[IslandBride201x]

Nicole told me we could sign the contract now or sign it when we get down there.  We have not signed it and we confirmed 2+ months ago.  Guess I better follow up on this again and double check. 
 

Originally Posted by bruceg05 

I am freaking out!  Did anyone else have to sign a contract?!  We were supposed to sign it within 3 days of our confirmation and completely forgot!  Is this okay or am I going to lose my date?

 

[IslandBride201x]

I thought I would pass along that Iberostar is offering an early booking special right now.  I know that we were able to take advantage for our wedding next July.  I don't know when the special is good for or when your travel dates need to be...  ok, so maybe not the most helpful.  But something to look into if you are a 2012 bride to see if you qualify.  A little more money back into the budget to go towards something else...

[akamikey11]

So I talked with eholt about this, because I really wanted to get started on my bags.  At first I was thinking about mailing the OOT to the guest with their pre travel brochures so I wouldn't have to worry about bringing so much stuff down.  But then I started to think about it and what if I send it to guest that have RSVPs but still haven't booked.

 

Eholt recommended to only make enough for the people that have booked, so you may have to wait closer to your departure date to get them together.

 

A lot of my family haven't even returned the RSVP cards let alone booked their rooms.  So the OOT are on hold for right now...really that is the only thing left I have to do...so not bad.

 

I don't know if I would put on the website that if they don't RSVP by a certain date they won't get a bag...but maybe that will motivate people.  But you would still have the people who RSVPd but haven't booked so you are back in the same boat again.

 

Originally Posted by Jamaica2012 

So....would it not be okay if you tell the guests on your website (if you have one) that if they don't rsvp by a certain date that they will not be guaranteed an OOT bag etc...? Just curious cause I think I might do that if they take forever to let me know they are coming! :-)
 

 

 

[daisymable]

With the OOT bags, I personally did a couple extra just in case a few people booked at the last minute. I am 12 days away from leaving and there are still a couple of people up in the air about whether they are going because of job related stuff. We have also had 3 people cancel due to work and family emergencies.

[eholt]

Yes, for OOT bags,  say buy extra and you will have your grounds covered.  I still have stuff left and am slowing but surely giving out to family who couldn't make it or about to sell my extra mugs. 

Not sure about putting the "warning" on the site.  1) the bag isn't a good bargaining tool when compared to a $1,000+ trip and 2) they are at least contemplating coming for you and it would be rude to not have then something even if they came last minute.  Let's face it...people are bad at RSVPing.  Although its your wedding, you have to keep in mind that you and your fiance are hosts as well.  I was anxious to get my bags out of the way as well but it all worked out in the end.

[BridetwoBe]

Maybe you can decide on what you want, where you will get them, and plan out how to pack and ship them, to me that seems like more work. Than watch and wait. I am not even worried about OOT stuff until later. Besides, things change and you may see a good deal later or change your mind on what you want to give.

 

Originally Posted by eholt 

Yes, for OOT bags,  say buy extra and you will have your grounds covered.  I still have stuff left and am slowing but surely giving out to family who couldn't make it or about to sell my extra mugs. 

Not sure about putting the "warning" on the site.  1) the bag isn't a good bargaining tool when compared to a $1,000+ trip and 2) they are at least contemplating coming for you and it would be rude to not have then something even if they came last minute.  Let's face it...people are bad at RSVPing.  Although its your wedding, you have to keep in mind that you and your fiance are hosts as well.  I was anxious to get my bags out of the way as well but it all worked out in the end.

 

[BridetwoBe]

Yahhh you are almost there! Hope you are tryna get some rest!

 

Originally Posted by daisymable 

With the OOT bags, I personally did a couple extra just in case a few people booked at the last minute. I am 12 days away from leaving and there are still a couple of people up in the air about whether they are going because of job related stuff. We have also had 3 people cancel due to work and family emergencies.

 

[pintsize1]

i'm about 2 months away too. i'm working on my programs and trying to put the logo onto my OOT bags as we speak.  AHHHHH!
 

Originally Posted by Islandgirl910 

How are you future brides coming along with making preparations for your weddings such as DIY projects, invitations etc? I can't believe our wedding is now 70 something days away! I've got to start working on our programs, brochures, OOT bags...ahh the list goes on! All soooooo exciting though!