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Quote: Originally Posted by cariandnick anyone know how much extra chairs cost to set up at the wedding? Hi.. Carolina, WC, mentioned to me that there is not a cost for additional chairs. They will set up how many ever you need. ~andrea

welcome to the forum! ~andrea

Quote: Originally Posted by cariandnick thanks rachelle! did it look liike there was also an area on the beach itself where you could do it? lenita, you may know too. we would rather be on the sand than the grass for the ceremony itself ---from the palace website, Wedding FAQ - General Ceremony Questions section, it mentions that MP does perform ceremonies on the beach. FAQ ~andrea

oooh...thanks for sharing the links for those shells...

Another option for photography... husband & wife team are available for national and international assignments. I've come across them as several moon palace brides have used them. Tamm's Photos - Wedding Photography Intro a few slideshows: Julie & Dustin Jennafer & Brady Leanna & Mann Ashleigh & Steve Ashleigh & Steve Lorrie & Jeff Lorrie & Jeff Anne & Ryan Katelyn, Olivia & Joshua Gwen & Rob

Quote: Originally Posted by SPRINGBRIDE Are many brides having a sand ceremony? What type of container are you using for the ceremony? --i would like to do a sand ceremony vs the unity candles..and fi agreed. Quote: Originally Posted by TAMMYM I was going to but recently decided against it. --so....why have you decided against it? have you decided on something else? Quote: Originally Posted by CABOBRIDE200 I'm planning to do a sand ceremony. I saw this idea and liked it. I might do something similar. http://www.photo.pictronica.com.mx/P...&%20Dan223.jpg --i love the idea from this pic.. i'll save this one.. let me know if you find those shells.. nice! ~andrea

i'm one that swares by proactive.. i have sensative and dry skin, and eczema. prior to proactive i had occasional - frequent breakouts.. there were just times where i kept several on my face at a time w/ the scaring, or none on my face.. i swore maybe i was allergic to something, but the doctor refused to give me a referral for the testing.. i came to the point of looking to change products when i saw the informercials.. i tried to ignore it, but then started reading the info on their website, and my mom offered to buy it for me for christmas... i was nervous about trying it because it is a medicated solution with benzoyl peroxide.. but the directions talk about how to weed yourself onto the product, especially the step 3, etc.. i probably didnt use it fully for about month 2 or 3. i've been using it for like 3 or so years, and i can't tell you the last time i've had a pimple and my face has this softness... i've ran into a few people that proactive didnt work for, and they mentioned it dried them out..they also mentioned that they thought step 3 was a moisturizer, which indeed it isnt. you need to use a moisterizer in addition to the step 1, 2, & 3.. proactive has been great for me..just another option ~andrea

Quote: Originally Posted by A10CALGAL Andrea, those are so personal & beautiful! Very nice....I smell a DIY invite coming on --thanks.. and yes, i believed i've been inspired.. Quote: Originally Posted by anacgarcia andrea I love them! did you make the logo with the sun? --thanks...i did for the most part..a friend added the grey outline to the sun for it to stand out better up against the pics. he also added the shadow on the pics. ~andrea

welcome to the forum! ~andrea

hello maureen, i don't recall any asp brides on the forum to provide input on their experience. Here is a link on the knot that has links to asp & mp brides with bios, some w/reviews: The Knot Forums for a start, here is a review w/ pics from a former asp bride: The Knot Forums ~andrea

Hello Leeann, welcome to the forum! i personally have not been to moon palace but planning our wedding there. I'm in the early stages, but let me know if you have questions. ~andrea

all, here are my STDs in progress... The .pdf is a pic of the magnets printed by vista print. I received those within 5 days. I'm satisfied with the qualify of the magnet and print job. I plan to enclose a brochure with some highlevel information on about nick&i, cancun/riviera maya, moon palace, travel agent, link to website, etc. you'll have to rotate the image (view-->rotate-->counter clockwise) and probably zoom out to see the pic. ~andrea

anny... those look fabulous.. great use of color.. ~andrea

this is a great thread..thanks ladies.. ~andrea

christa... your invites turned out very nice! glad to hear your great news... initially i was not going to entertain the idea of DIY for my invites, but now i must say i'm reconsidering.. thanks for sharing.. i'll have to connect with you... ~andrea

Thanks Anny for the info.. Sarah, those are really fun items.. i love the fiesta pens... ~andrea

thanks for the review & sharing the photos. sounds and looks like you all had the best time.. very lovely!... ~andrea

i've seen this several times, "Adult Dinner Reception immediately following ceremony"...

very nice..thanks!

i see both sides of this one..and i lean more to the traditional side.. i asked my fi his opinion, and he says, "isn't that bad luck?"..ha.. but generally, i'd like the first moment to be seen is walking down the isle. my thought for us is pictures can be done during the cocktail hour, and the private moments and photos for that vibe can done in the day after photo session. and time with family and friends is also shared throughout the other days, and not limited to just the reception hrs since it is a DW.. ~andrea

I considered DR and this resort at one point..but they didnt perform weddings after Dec. 15. I was provided this contact name as WC from the 1.800 # from solmelia.com. She responded to me via email within 2 days on availability: Yadilis Santana Groups & Events Coordinator Paradisus Punta Cana Playa Bavaro - Punta Cana - Higuey Republica Dominicana Tel: 809 687 9923 Ext. 8128 Fax: (809) 687 0752 - 221 7383 E-mail: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> website: SOL MELIA HOTELS, TRYP, PARADISUS, OFFERS, VACATIONS ~andrea

Hello Ana, I initiated a LiveHelp chat session and received an email with this info: ______________________________ "To reserv the Cancun Queen Privatley you will need to cover a minimum guarantee of 60 spaces and pay a 15% gratuity fee. Cancun Queen Dance and dine your night away aboard the Cancun Queen! Enjoy a fabulous Caribbean sunset while you cruise the bay and see Cancun at night. Cancun Queen, the only Mississippi style riverboat in Mexico! Your Ticket includes: -Gourmet Dinner -Chicken and fish or Lobster and Steak menu -Children 11 and under, half price -Live Band Music -Games and prizes -Dancing -Open Bar Chicken and Salmon menu: US$ 39 + 10% tax per person Pasta Vegetarian Menu ( vegetables in white sauce) - US$39usd + 10% tax per person Pasta Seafood Menu ( tomato and seafood) - US$39usd + 10% tax per person Surf and turf menu: US$ 59 + 10% tax per person Departure time: 5pm.... ** prices are subject to change **... " _____________________ Other info provided was: "..our normal trip is on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays only, if you would like to charter the boat, you can requested any day as soon as you make your reservations at least a month in advance..." _____________________ You can initiate a LiveHelp chat session or call to check availability & make a reservation. They do not have a toll free #: Phone: 011 52 998 848 8326 -or- 011 52 998 848 8327 _____________________ ~andrea

I've heard of a few brides in the Cancun area that have done a dinner cruise on the Cancun Queen for a welcome dinner and some even the reception: AQUAWORLD CANCUN: Cancun Queen - Cancun's Best Dinner Cruise! ~andrea

welcome to the forum!.. great move on deciding on a DW and joining this forum.. a lot info here that will assist in decision making and planning.. feel free to ask for freeback on your ideas.. ~andrea

The postcards turned out really nice... I like the use of color across the pics.. great idea and a way to cut costs... ~andrea