Help! Memories Grand Bahama Advice?

afidler88 · November 27, 2013

So I just for off the phone with Mark from Mango Tree. He seems like a really great guy and I can't wait to work with him! He reassured me that the resort will be beautiful and he asked me several questions in order to create a photo package with he will discuss with Memories to price. Yes we booked our package through Sunwing but I didn't really do much. My aunt is a travel agent so I called her and she was able to get us a group quote at a great price and every 11th guest goes for free. I live in BC but will be flying from Toronto as most of our guests are there. We have guests flying from Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton and across US. Delta does offer packages but they are very expensive so our American guests are purchasing flight and hotel separate. Let me know if you are looking for a travel agent and I will give you my aunts contact info. If you would rather email me at [email protected] Amanda

katehunter · November 27, 2013

Hi Amanda!

Thanks so much for the information about Mark from Mango Tree. I think I will shoot him an email to discuss.

We are using a travel agent as well and expect over 50 people too. If you don't mind, I am going to send you a private message as I have a question about Sunwing that you may be able to answer for me!

Kate

tjjam23 · December 19, 2013

Hi Amanda,

I'm trying to plan my wedding for 2015 either in Bahamas or Aruba but my guest as well is on a tight budget. I have been reading you blog and I'm also interested in Memories Grand Bahama Beach Resort and Casino. I noticed you mentioned that they have sent you a tentative wedding packages, I was hoping you could share it with me. Also how many people do you plan to have at your wedding?

I'm excited to see your pictures of the resort once you go.

Good luck with your planning!

Tanya

FutureMrsFisherman · January 6, 2014

I saw these posts and check out the site for memories and check prices just on the site for July 2014 and it was $250 a night. Did you get a group rate from the hotel or are these close to the rates you got? I just trying to figure some stuff out as we have to do our save the dates this month and I need to get this figured out. I wanted nassau until I saw this post and thought I would check it out!

Thank you!!

Mandy

katehunter · January 7, 2014

I saw these posts and check out the site for memories and check prices just on the site for July 2014 and it was $250 a night. Did you get a group rate from the hotel or are these close to the rates you got? I just trying to figure some stuff out as we have to do our save the dates this month and I need to get this figured out. I wanted nassau until I saw this post and thought I would check it out!

Thank you!!

Mandy

Hi Mandy!

We booked a "package" that includes flight and hotel together from a tour operator, Sunwing, so I don't really know what the hotel portion of it is. Our group rate for the base room was about $1350 per person and that includes taxes, flight and hotel and it is a 7 night package. So that works out to just under $200 per night but that is including flight too. I hope that helps!

It is definitely a good price for the Bahamas and the resort is supposed to be nice.

So I just for off the phone with Mark from Mango Tree. He seems like a really great guy and I can't wait to work with him! He reassured me that the resort will be beautiful and he asked me several questions in order to create a photo package with he will discuss with Memories to price. Yes we booked our package through Sunwing but I didn't really do much. My aunt is a travel agent so I called her and she was able to get us a group quote at a great price and every 11th guest goes for free. I live in BC but will be flying from Toronto as most of our guests are there. We have guests flying from Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton and across US. Delta does offer packages but they are very expensive so our American guests are purchasing flight and hotel separate. Let me know if you are looking for a travel agent and I will give you my aunts contact info. If you would rather email me at [email protected] Amanda

Hi Amanda!

Have you received any further information from the wedding planner at Memories? I know they are set to open up very soon so I am getting anxious to receive more information on the wedding packages, etc. Also, do you have a contact email for Mark from Mango Tree? I tried to reach him through his website but didn't get a response. Thanks!!

FutureMrsFisherman · January 15, 2014

Thank you Kate that is a great deal! I am going to check out this resort again. Has anyone heard back from the wedding planner about their packages?? Thank y'all so much for the help. I am a bit overwhelmed with the hotel search at the moment!

katehunter · January 16, 2014

Thank you Kate that is a great deal! I am going to check out this resort again. Has anyone heard back from the wedding planner about their packages?? Thank y'all so much for the help. I am a bit overwhelmed with the hotel search at the moment!

I emailed the wedding planner last week and she responded but only to say that they still don't have any further information. The resort was set to open this week but the opening has been delayed until February 1st so I assume it will still be a few more weeks until they have any information for us. Makes me nervous!! Perhaps afidler88/Amanda has received some information as I believe her wedding there is in April.

afidler88 · January 17, 2014

Yes I have heard from her and I am extremely surprised with all the extra costs and its looking like my outdoor reception I wanted will be really expensive...

Wedding Guide

CONTENTS

ADDITIONAL WEDDING SERVICES3

OFFICIANTS3

FLOWERS3

CHAIRS 3

CEREMONY SETUP 4

LINENS 4

RECEPTION SETUP 4

ENTERTAINMENT 4

EQUIPMENT RENTALS 5

CEREMONY SITES 6

COCKTAIL SITES 6

DINNER RECEPTION SITES 6

PHOTOGRAPHY WEDDING PACKAGES7

ISLAND DELUXE PACKAGE7

IRIE BRIDE PACKAGE7

SUNSHINE BRIDE PACKAGE7

PLATINUM PACKAGE7

A LA CARTE PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES8

VIDEOGRAPHY WEDDING PACKAGES9

CUSTOM ADD ON EXPERIENCES10

ROYALTON BRIDAL PARTY SPA EXPERIENCE10

ROYALTON GROOM’S EXPERIENCE10

ROYALTON CANDY BAR EXPERIENCE10

ROYALTON LATE NIGHT FOOD STATION10

ROYALTON WELCOME PARTY EXPERIENCE11

ROYALTON ROMANTIC BEACH DINNER FOR TWO11

Additional Wedding Services

All pricing in USD and can change at anytime

Ceremony Locations and Capacities

Location

Maximum Seating Capacity

Garden Gazebo

25

Beach Gazebo

25

Cocktail Hour Locations and Capacities

Location

Maximum Seating Capacity

Garden Gazebo

25

Beach Gazebo

25

Pool Side

25

Reception Locations and Capacities

Location

Maximum Seating Capacity

Garden Gazebo

25

Beach Gazebo

25

Pool Side

25

Trattoria Restaurant

25

All receptions run until 11:00 pm unless. Subject to availability and additional charges.

Photography Packages

Mango Media is the Memories Grand Bahamas exclusive photographer. Their work can be viewed at www.pickmango.com.

Package 1

1 hour photography

25 printed photos (8 x 10)

CD with all images

$500

Package 2

2 hour photography

35 printed photos (8 x 10)

CD with all images

$810

Package 1

3 hour photography

50 printed photos (8 x 10)

CD with all images

$1160

A la Carte Photography Services Price

Trash the Dress Session $300

Engagement Session $300

DVD Slideshow $60 High end European hand-made album (10x10, 20 sides) From $400

10x10 Luxury Book (30 pages, 50 images) $599

Private online gallery for 3 months $25

Signature editing (per image) $90

Video Packages

Ceremony and digital editing with 1 DVD (1 hr shooting, 20/30 min)

$300

Ceremony and 2 hours reception and digital editing with 1 DVD (3 hours shooting, 40/60 min)

$800

Bride's room, ceremony, 3 hours reception and digital editing with 1 DVD (5-6 hours shooting, 50/80 min)

$1340

A la Carte Video Services Price

Extra Hour $300

Highlight Trailer $350

Extra copy of DVD $30

All pricing in USD.

Custom Add-On Experiences

The Custom Add-On Experiences can be purchased and combined with any Memories wedding package:

Memories Bridal Party Spa Experience

• Bridal suite exclusively reserved for the bridal party during spa appointments

• Bride’s hair and makeup services

• Toast the bride with 1 bottle of sparkling wine served in bridal suite

• Assortment of light “bites” provided in suite to keep nourished for the big event

• Bridesmaids spa discount of 10% for wedding day treatments

Includes up to 8 people. Additional persons are $17.00 USD each

$488

Memories Groom’s Experience

• Groom’s room reserved for the party either on wedding day or previous day

• Cold beer and one bottle of scotch served

• 10 Cigars for the boys

• Assortment of light “bites” provided in suite

• Use of DVD player/TV for film or sports screening

Includes up to 8 people. Additional persons are $17.00 USD each

$595

Memories Candy Bar Experience

• Sweet bar candy table set up in last hour of reception

• Includes a choice of candies (depending on availability)

• Includes take away bags and full station set up

• One server/attendant to assist guests with service

Includes up to 10 people. Additional persons are $17.00 USD each

$300

Memories Late Night Food Station

• Select from our cool selection of late night menus (grilled cheese, French fries, make your own pizza)

• Set up on one side of venue, to be served 1- 0.5 hours prior to reception end.

• One server/attendant to assist guests with service

Includes up to 15 people. Additional persons are $17.00 USD each

$300

All pricing in USD.

Memories Welcome Party Experience

• Welcome your guests to your wedding celebrations with a bar set up to serve beer, wine and a signature cocktail of your choice

• Delight your guests with 2 trays of hors d’oeuvres (cheese and fruit)

• 3 High top tables

• Microphone set up to thank and kick off the week’s festivities!

Includes up to 15 people. Additional persons are $17.00 USD each

$250

Memories Romantic Beach Dinner for Two

• Enjoy a romantic private beach dinner with a set menu

• Toast to your love as the sun sets with champagne for two

• Romantic setup with ivory linen and tropical floral centerpiece

• VIP treatment with a personal butler for dinner and drink service

• Romantic serenade by soloist

$415

All pricing in USD.

Officiants Price

Judge (legal paperwork) $250

(Transportation not included)

Non denominational minister $150

Sand ceremony $150

Flowers Price

Bridesmaid bouquet From $55

Premium bridesmaid bouquet From $70

Child size bouquet From $35

Corsage (wrist or pin) From $35

Boutonniere From $14

Child size boutonniere From $14

Single flower From $10

Hair flowers (3 orchid blooms) From $40

Bag of flower petals $30

Basket with petals $55

Pomander of tropical flowers From $85

Aisle chair decor (roses and greenery) $15 each

Flower arrangements for gazebo From $100

Cake flowers From $50

Chairs

Chivari chairs (available in black) $8 each

Ceremony Setup Price

Coloured sheers for gazebo From $75 each

White sheers for gazebo From $55 each

Chuppa/Canopy with white draping $350

Tiki torches $10 each

Linens Price

Bows/sashes for chair From $2 each

Coloured tablecloth From $12 each

Table overlay From $5 each

Colored napkins From $2 each

Table Runners From $6 each

Reception Setup Price

Votive candles From $3 each

Hanging lanterns (12”) From $20 each

Candle bags (with tea light) From $2.50 each

Table centerpieces From $35 each

Wooden dance floor (for 1-35 people 15x15) $250

Wooden dance floor (for 1-50 people 21x21) $500

Sweetheart table $15

Entertainment Price

Violinist (45 minutes) $200

Saxophonist (45 minutes) $200

Guitarist (45 minutes) $200

Piano & singer (45 minutes) $300

Piano (45 minutes) $200

Steel drum band (45 minutes) $500

Bahamian Group 5 performers (45 minutes) $1500

Jazz Band 7 elements (45 minutes) $1800

Junkanoo Rush 15 elements $1500

(2 dancers, 4 brass players, 3 cow bellers, 6 drummers)

Two fire dancers (15 minutes) $150

Cigar roller $250 + air fare from Nassau

Outside vendor fee $450

Equipment Rentals Price

Sound system for reception (3 hours) $200

(2 speakers + mixer)

Wireless microphone $65

Emcee (Master of Ceremonies) $350

DJ (minimum 3 hours) $250/hr

Video projector & screen $375

MEMORIES WEDDINGS

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CONTENTS

LATINO COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)7

MEDITERRANEAN COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)7

INTERNATIONAL COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)8

DRINKS8

Domestic Open Bar8

Imported Open Bar8

BUFFET MENUS9

BBQ BUFFET9

MEDITERRANEAN BUFFET10

SEAFOOD BUFFET11

Set Menus for Groups12

MENU 1 - $50 USD per person12

MENU 2 - $45 USD per person12

MENU 3 - $45 USD per person13

MENU 4 - $50 USD per person13

MENU 5 (Vegetarian) - $35 USD per person13

COCKTAIL PARTIES

LATINO COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)

Chicken empanadas

Hot sauce albondigas (meatball)

Plantain chips and guacamole

Caramelized onion quesadillas

Seafood ceviche

Coconut shrimp

Grilled arepas with white cheese

Chipotle deviled eggs

$15 USD per person

MEDITERANEAN COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)

Caprese skewers

Ham croquettes

Polenta diamonds

Falafel

Pizza bites

Hummus and pita bread

Cheese and rice fried balls

Mussels a la provencale

$15 USD per person

INTERNATIONAL COCKTAIL PARTY (6 pieces per person)

Smoked salmon sashimi rolls

Cantaloupe and prosciutto brochettes

Tempura shrimps

Grilled beef satays

Crab cakes

Vegetable spring rolls

Bacon stuffed cherry tomatos

Mini quiches

$20 USD per person

Restrictions may apply (based on seasonal products, # of pax). Services and VAT included in prices.

OPEN BAR NOT INCLUDED IN PRICING ABOVE. Beach Set-up subject to a $10 USD additional charge per person.

DRINKS

Domestic Open Bar

Beverage List

$10 USD per hour per person

Imported Open Bar

Beverage List

$26.50 USD per hour per person

Restrictions may apply (based on seasonal products, # of pax).

Services and VAT included in prices.

Beach Set-up subject to a $10 USD additional charge per person.

BUFFET MENUS

BBQ BUFFET

Welcome Drink

Cheese and Charcuterie

Assorted daiquiris

Pamela (white cheese)

Serrano ham

Manchego

Ham

Assorted Bread Station

Edam

Pastrami

Roquefort

Calabrese salami

Soup

Brie

Bresaule (dried beef)

Oxtail consommé

Nacho Bar

Salad Bar

Tortilla Chips

Guacamole

Romaine lettuce

Shredded carrots

Refried beans

Pico de gallo

Coleslaw

Tomatoes

Melted cheese

Jalapeno chili peppers

Sweet corn salad

Cucumbers

Beef chili beans

Salsa

Artichokes hearts

Asparagus

From the Grill

Specialties

Rib eye steak

Pork chops

Shrimp cocktail

Chicora

Argentinean sausage

Avocados stuffed with crab

BBQ ribs

Lemon pepper chicken

Tuna and rice salad

Pasta and ham salad

From the Sea

Russian salad

Garlic butter grouper fillet

Shrimp

Dressings

Sides

Thousand islands

Roquefort

Baked potatoes

Grilled onions

Ranch

Mayonnaise

Grilled tomatoes

Mixed vegetables

Caesar

Corn on the cob

Rice and beans

Sides

Dessert

Anchovies

Jalapeno chili peppers

Strawberry tarts

New York cheesecake

Limes

Olives

Flan

Brownies

Parmesan cheese

Garlic croutons

Tropical fruits Macedonia

Apple pie

Chocolate cake

Crepes Suzette

COST: $50 USD per person and includes 2 hours of domestic open bar

Additional hour is an extra $10 USD per person

Requires minimum of 20 people

Maximum of 80 people

Location: Ballroom

Additional $10 USD per person if set up on beach or poolside

Menu is subject to the availability and seasonality of products

MEDITERRANEAN BUFFET

Welcome Drink

Antipastos and Sides

Sangria

Taboule salad

Potato Spanish omelet

Assorted Bread Station

Lima beans and parmesan cheese salad

Serrano ham and cantaloupe

Soup

Rosemary marinated fish fillet

Minestrone

Greek mushrooms

Nizarda salad

Salad Bar

Caprese salad

Escarole lettuce

Chickpeas

Piemontesa salad

Romaine lettuce

Cucumbers

Smoked salmon rolls

Tomato

Green beans

Shredded carrots

White beans

Cheese and Charcuterie

Gorgonzola

Calabrese salami

Salad Dressings

Manchego

York ham

Vinaigrette

Roquefort

Provolone

Canadian ham

Ranch

Caesar

Fine herbs cream cheese

Bresaule (dried beef)

Thousand islands

Mayonnaise

Brie

Ceviche bar

Main Dishes

Mixed seafood ceviche

Shrimp ceviche

Morocco style chicken with olives

Fish ceviche

Scallop ceviche

Bolognese lasagna

Pizzaiola grouper fish fillet

Sides

Gorgonzola beef steak

Artichokes

Marinated feta cheese

Spanish Paella

Mix vegetables

Black olives

Pickles

Anchovies

Sides

Limes

Parmesan cheese

Niza Ratatouille

Risotto di funghi

Baked eggplant

Diced hard-boiled egg

Toscana potatoes

Mixed vegetables

Croutons

Marinated bell peppers

Dessert

Catalan cream

Raspberry cake

Profiteroles

Tiramisu

Strawberry tartlet

Flan

Tropical fruits Macedonia

Lime pie

COST: $40 USD per person and includes 2 hours of domestic open bar

Additional hour is an extra $10 USD per person

Requires minimum of 30 people

Maximum of 80 people

Location: Ballroom

Additional $10 USD per person if set up on beach or poolside

Menu is subject to the availability and seasonality of products

SEAFOOD BUFFET

Welcome Drink

Cheese and Charcuterie

Kir Royal

Gorgonzola

Serrano ham

Manchego

Calabrese salami

Assorted Bread Station

Panela

York ham

Swiss

Canadian ham

Soup

Brie

Roast beef

Fish soup with garlic croutons

From the Grill

Salad Bar

Caribbean Lobster

Escarole lettuce

Artichoke hearts

Beef steak

Japanese lettuce

Cucumbers

Tomatoes

Green beans

Catch of the Day

Asparagus

Sweet corn

Whole fish Tikinxik (marinated with achiote paste and baked in banana leaves)

Dressings

Assorted fried whole fishes served with garlic butter

Vinaigrette

Roquefort

Ranch

Caesar

Sides

Thousand islands

Mayonnaise

Saffron rice

Steamed potatoes

Soy sauce

Wasabi

Mixed vegetables

Green beans

Ceviche bar

Dessert

Mixed seafood ceviche

Shrimp to peel

Fruit tarts

Caribbean ceviche

Scallops

Peach tarts

Stone crab claws

Shrimp cocktail

Chocolate and mocha éclairs

Salmon sushi

Vegetable sushi

Crème brûlée

Shrimp sushi

Strawberry cheesecake

Tiramisu

Sides

Tropical fruits Macedonia

Capers

Croutons

Opera cake

Mixed vegetables

Black olives

Pickles

Anchovies

Limes

Parmesan cheese

Guacamole

Jalapeno peppers

Serrano hot peppers

Pico de gallo

Chips

COST: $70 USD per person and includes 2 hours of domestic open bar

Additional hour is an extra $10 USD per person

Requires minimum of 50 people

Maximum of 80 people

Location: Ballroom

Additional $10 USD per person if set up on beach or poolside

Menu is subject to the availability and seasonality of products

Set Menus for Groups

Gala Dinners

MENU 1 - $50 USD per person

Salmon Carpaccio

Cream of asparagus soup

Guava and mescal sherbet

Surf and turf (steak and jumbo shrimp)

Bitter Italian chocolate

Coffee and petit fours

MENU 2 - $45 USD per person

Feta cheese and Balsamic vinaigrette salad

Lobster bisque

Lemon and vodka sherbet

Beef wellington

Crème brûlée

Coffee and petit fours

MENU 3 - $45 USD per person

Duck terrine with dried fruits

Coquille Saint Jacques (scallops) in saffron sauce

Cantaloupe and sherry sherbet

Dill salmon fillet

Parfait de stracciatella

Coffee and petit fours

MENU 4 - $50 USD per person

Green pepper beef carpaccio

Celestine consommé

Champagne sherbet

Rosemary leg of lamb

Pineapple and coconut Caribbean cake

Coffee and petit fours

MENU 5 (Vegetarian) - $35 USD per person

Tomato and goat cheese pesto salad

Cream of carrot soup

Tangerine and vodka sherbet

Vegetable strudel

Yogurt and fruit cake

Coffee and petit fours

All menus include 2 hours of domestic open bar.

Each additional hour will have a charge of $10 USD per person.

All prices are in US dollars. Service and VAT are included.

Beach/poolside set-up is subject to a $10 USD additional charge per person.

Restrictions may apply.

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I have 65 guests booked and the venues all say maximum 25.... When I emailed her about this all she had to say was "this is preliminary...don't worry".....???

sarahdouc18 · February 4, 2014

Hey everyone,

I just started looking at this resort last night after months of searching other locations. Thanks for sharing the information packaged from the Wedding coordinator! Was anyone able to find pictures of the gazebo? Does it look semi-private?

Thanks!!! Happy wedding planning

nicoled15 · February 5, 2014

Which resort is this for - it was so much... what's the name... we are also on the hunt.. so far we have a little here and there as far as location, for grand bahama what are the best options. Is there anyone looking else where at other islands in the Bahamas - we're looking for something a little different not with lots of options, we've been also looking at long island and cat island in the bahamas....

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