can't wait!

I would highly suggest calling them too! I know it isn't cheap but the peace of mind it will bring you is worth every penny. It may take a few trys (don't leave a voicemail) but if you keep calling someone will eventually be available to pick up and you could confirm the date on the spot.

LOVE your dress! It's stunning! Lazaro is actually going to be in my hometown next week for a fashion show. I thought about going but since I already have a dress figured it was best to stay away!!!!

Great idea! I would be excited if my bridesmaid dresses got used for another wedding! My flower girls will be using the same dress they wore for my cousins wedding. Go ahead and do it!

Neen, you are leaving in a couple of days! woo! hoo! U must be so excited! Thanks again for being our "reporter"! I know it may seem like a lot of questions but if you get us the answers we won't be bugging Landy with the questions. I think it's a win-win for her!

Great job! And for 15 bucks! Beats having to pay the $350 my bridal salon is asking for!

Here are some of the other hotels that were closed down: Mezanine, Iberia, Alternative.

I read some of the local newspapers and here's what I got from them. I've never heard of these hotels so I'm not sure how popular they are but they apparently are located within the archaelogical site of Tulum. One of the hotels is owned by a famous Mexican soap opera actor. Hotel Diamante K, Tankah-I, Rancho El Jaguar and Caleta Tankah. The article also mentioned Dreams Tulum and Azul Blue were NOT closed. whew!

Quote: Originally Posted by samanthag Those are soooo cute!! great idea!! Where did you find them? I found them online. It was quick and easy. And they have lots of great beach stuff. Plus, they are great quality and will definitely hold up while the luggage is thrown back and forth at the airport. Here's the link: Beach Wedding Favors & Beach Theme Favors for as low as 95 cents

This is all wonderful! Congratulations! It is very clear you have spent time and energy in making it all perfect! You should feel proud of yourself!

Sorry so big! I don't know how to make it smaller. Hopefully a kind moderator wil resize it for me!

I just got my bridal shower favors and I had to share! I LOVE THEM! They're so cute! I wanted to give my guests something they could use and found these for 2 bucks each. Plus, they come pre-packaged and ready to be given out as gifts!

Quote: Originally Posted by nde062010 I tried reading through all the pages regarding the private reception options but it seems things keep changing... For new bookings, is seaside grill not an option for a private reception? Only beach, ballroom, and El Patio?? From what I understand...it's on a "wait and see" basis. All the other options can be guaranteed in advance. Because of its popularity (I'm guessing), the Seaside Grill can only be guaranteed a month before the wedding and it will depend on availability. I think the standard is if the resort is over 70% full the Seaside Grill isn't available.

Quote: Originally Posted by julieanddonnie I recently had my wedding in May at the Dreams Tulum property and it was amazing! We had 42 guests attend and worked through a company called Destinationweddings.com. I have some advise for things to look out for with both the hotel and a destination wedding company! Dreams Tulum: The property was amazing! Here are my suggestions: 1. Ask to be placed in the newer buildings! Some of my guests forgot and the arrangements were nice, but the newer buildings are much nicer. 2. Have a direct transfer from the airport! The direct transfer is about 1 hour and 15 minutes to the propery. If you have to stop at other hotels it did take some of my guests 2+ hours to arrive! 3. Watch out for the photographer and his pricing if you want to buy pictures outside of the package. I had trouble with him trying to over charge me and him wanting me to sign documents that were not describing what I was buying. 4. Ask how many weddings per day! I was told two, but there were four on my day- but honestly I wouldn't have guessed that there were four based on the wonderful service and attention I recieved. PICKING OUT DETAILS/BLOOD TESTS We were upgraded to a honeymoon suite, but instead chose a Jr Suite right off the pool for no extra charge because we had brought so many guests. We had the Ultimate Wedding package. We met with Landy, the hotel wedding coordinator, on the second day we were there. Their website and the documentation they send you is great and you are totally prepared. You need a blood test- which was fine they had a medic there that showed us the needles in the package, used alcohol and didn't leave a mark on us! He was great. We had our parents as our witnesses and all they needed was their passports. We picked out the locations where we wanted out activities. We chose the Beach ceremony (all flowers were included to match my bouquet), the lobby balcony for our cocktail party (while we took pictures) and El Patio for our reception- we also had a Mariachi band (Landy's wonderful suggestion) playing during dinner and then a DJ for a couple hours after dinner. It was beautiful! HAIR and MAKEUP I went into my hair and makeup appointment not have a clue what I wanted. I have chine length hair but wanted it off my face, because it was 95 on my wedding day! She made me look like my hair was super long and the makeup she applied was perfect- I do not wear a whole lot and this was my first time getting my makeup done by someone else. She was wonderful, I gave her hugs and basically all the cash I had on me because I was so pleased! PHOTOS Our pictures can all be viewed at Donnie Franzen :: PowerMove Central. (I cannot seem to upload any, they are probably too big!) We stuck with the inhouse photographer and videographer- both were amazing and took great shots! Very creative and really captured the beach wedding. We ended up buying the CD with all of our pictures for $345.75 extra, but I had to fight with the manager for that price (this is where I had trouble negotiating, but let Landy know and received an apology email from the photgrapher about an hour later). WEDDING PLANNER I didn't need to worry about a thing- Landy made sure that our ceremony and reception were flawless. She would check in with us every 30 minutes to see if there was anything that she could do. STAFF The staff was more than happy to help with anything! At the pool you develop a relationship with a couple servers that literally watch for your drink to get low and after day two they know what you drink and just keep them coming. The activities pool had entertainment and games then the same people would dance at the club! So you get to know them quite well too. No one expects a tip, but they are very grateful when you do give them one. We tipped $20 every other day just because they were so great! I would certainly reccomend Dreams TULUM! It was unforgetable! The travel company destinationweddings.com. I was assigned three different consultants... the first one was the reason I chose to work with the company, but due to a death in her family, I was assigned a new consultant. His name was David Victor. He was the most disorganized person I have ever met with. First he told me I wouldn't like the Dreams Property and he worked exclusively with an other resort in the Mayan Riv. He was upset that I did not want to change my mind as I had done my fair share of research and had already made up my mind. He quoted a bunch of my guests to arrive after the date of my wedding, and was just disorganized so I had to request a new consultant. I then worked with Christine Gulino who was fantastic! She got me an upgrade to the honeymoon suite and was very attentive to my requests! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! Thanks for the review! I just spent the last half hour looking at your pictures. It looks like you guys had sooo much fun! I'm expecting around a similar size group...55 guests Just wondering...Is there anything you would differently?!

Great dress! It fits you perfectly! And it is the perfect dress for a destination wedding! Congrats!

Great find! Thanks! I kept waiting to buy this because I wanted to buy a name brand product as opposed to the dollar store kind.

Quote: Originally Posted by becks Abbie!!! You crack me up! They've already sent me the re-do order confirmation. I've got to work with them to get the ship date moved up. Right now I'm supposed to receive them on the 31st. Yikers! We'll see what they come up with, but I'm feeling SO much better! That's great! See, it all worked out! Oh, and if you decide you want to give/sell the other mugs I'd be interested in buying them! Let me know! Glad they worked with you to fix it!

Quote: Originally Posted by Shenandoah I personally have stayed at the Dreams in Cancun.. and it was AWESOME !! Service and food was out of this world.. ! The only reason we are not getting married here is because we opted to have kids in our wedding and of course.. Dreams are adults only. Dreams resorts are NOT adults only! Sorry you got wrong info! One of the reasons we chose Dreams Tulum is precisely because they allow children!

Sunbride, do you remember how much they were? And do they give you samples when you meet them the days before your wedding? I'm not terribly picky but I would like nice ones. It would be easier for me to pick one from their selection I just want to make sure they have a good variety of options. thanks.

Neen, when are you going down?! Was wondering if there was still time to add some questions. I've noticed lots of brides are taking down the table linens for the wedding. I was just planning on "renting" theirs.

Wow! Great deal! My FI just informed me we should buy the GM their shirts. Wasn't looking forward to doing this but at these prices, why not? Plus, I LOVE Banana Republic. Their stuff is great!!!!

OK...scratch previous post! I just found your review! Everything looked amazing! CONGRATS!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by monicabrandon2008 Most of the restaurants are small. The only restaurant that would fit 30 without having to rent it out is the Portofino- the italian restaurant. The buffet is big and it's nice! I would suggest having it there. Also, everyone pretty much goes to the restaurants for dinner so the buffet won't be very crowded. Oh my gosh! U are back!!!! How did it go? Did it rain on you? I have sooo many questions!! I hope everything turned out wonderful! I looooooooove your picture with your new hubby!! Pls post more pics and a review (if you can). We'd love to see them! Congrats on becoming a MRS!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Blkatz For those who have booked at DT-what time is your ceremony starting? I thought I wanted 5 pm but they suggested 3-I just feel that is a bit early I agree! Plus, it is going to be really, really hot during that time of year. I would go with what Bianca is saying especially considering she got her info from a photographer.

That's wonderful, Neen! If you find a pic of the dress online you should post it here! I ordered mine two months ago and am expecting it in September too!

I'm planning on putting them all together once we get there. I know its gunna be a hassle but I'm worried some things will break so I have to pack them up really well. Also, I fear it will take more pieces of luggage if I were to assemble them first, then pack them. My mom, sister and I are getting to the resort 2 days before our guests so I figure between the three of us we'll get it done quickly.