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Originally Posted by mllek1986 

 

haha awesome. Were you at the beach or Las Palmas?

 

 

 

 

las palmas. i'd plan on bringing something for every night, even if it's the same shawl every night. better to be safe, yadda yadda.

Originally Posted by mllek1986 

 

Hey dreamgirls, for any of you that got married and had their reception on the beach in January/February did you find it cold at night? Just wanting to know if I should get a shawl or a bolero. Thanks!

i had pashminas for the ladies and some used it. i was so drunk at the wedding that i didn't notice......................but on other nights, it was definitely chilly enough for something.

Originally Posted by Sandy Borie 

 

Thanks! My maid of honors dress is a soft butter-y yellow. I couldn't find that color scheme on the site though. Lol. I just went with that theme. Our theme is island chic. Lots of yellow, pink and orange. Our flower arrangement is yellow rainbow orchids in those tall vases filled with water and a floating candle at the top. I sent the pic to Ana and am waiting to hear back to see if they can do it. Thanks for the advice about picking it up myself if they can't do it. They are fairly simple to make.

I have thought bout the welcome baskets, I think we are going to fill it with mini size lotions, SPF, bug spray, aloe Vera etc. We are also going to put this really cute door knob hanger that you can download from Martha Stewar.com. They are designed so that your guests can hang them on their hotel room door and they know you can find them. We are also printing out our guests room numbers so everyone knows where to find each other. Hotel info and restaurant info and excursion brochures will also be in there. I also want to write each guest a personalized thank you note to be put in their room when they arrive. I will be hitting up the dollar stores of course. Lol.

soooooooooo i'm totally stalking you

actually, i wanted to see juan navarro and came across your last post. i did want to tell you (and the other ladies here) that you should be really careful with door hangers. it will tell other guests and employees who is and isn't in their room. there's a thread or some posts around here somewhere about people who did that and subsequently were robbed.

carry on....

personally, i'd move to the beach w/ more than 40 people.

didn't have those cakes. had some kind of chocolate and tres leches. neither particularly good, but that's how most of the desserts were at dreams.

we were engaged and married within 8 months; STD went out in august, invites in november and married in february. we did not reserve any rooms or get a block for anyone - it was all on them to book. they had the TA info if they chose to go that route.

i had a rehearsal, just so we knew where to walk and stand. it took a whole 3 minutes. the WC was there anyway.

vollydolly - it's a crappy name for a yummy dish. i dont' remember details, but i remember thinking it sounded nasty.

they told me to come with clean, straight, dry hair. since my hair is curly and i was not pulling out a hair dryer, i just showed up with clean, dry hair.

Originally Posted by PalapaGirl 

 

Esmeralda got back to me very quickly--always within 24 hours.  I'm getting married at Dreams in a couple of weeks and she helped me schedule hair appointments for myself, 7 bridesmaids, MOG and MOB--she definitely had a hard time fitting us all in. 

 

Question--our wedding and reception are on Seaside Beach.  I have been to weddings before where the bride placed a basket of beauty products in the ladies bathroom for her guests to use throughout the evening (like hairspray, lotion, floss, tissues, etc.).  I'd like to do this as well, but I have no idea where the ladies' room is in relation to Seaside Beach, and if this would really work (i.e., would other guests leave the basket alone?).  Thoughts?

 

Also, are anyone's guests getting upset about the new US State Dept. Travel Warning posted 4/22?  I've received a couple of emails from concerned guests, and I'm not sure what to tell them.  We had been planning to do a pub crawl downtown after our bonfire on Thursday, but now maybe that's not such a good idea. 

not sure what seaside beach is, but if it's in front of oceana, or by the las palmas, then there is a bathroom right there. i think it has one stall, mayyyyybe two, and is still available to the public. if seaside beach is in front of seaside grill, then i have no clue where the bathroom is, but i would assume that since it's near a bunch of restaurants, there would be a lot more traffic.

Originally Posted by SarahBen2011 

 

Ohh you're right!  I read Guadalajara Airport and thought PVR Airport.  Nope... very far away indeed!

Originally Posted by SarahBen2011 

 

Great question about drinking cocktails while getting hair and make-up done!  I've been assuming that of course you can!!  It's all-inclusive and you can drink everywhere else... but you might have to have a runner to get drinks from the bar.  And if you can order room service I'm sure they can order some snacks??  But let me know what they say!!! 

 

And glad to hear your details are getting nailed down.  6 weeks!!!  I can't wait to hear you're review once you get back!

i had runners. food and drink allowed in.

Originally Posted by vollydolly 

 

I scheduled spa pedicures for my girls and they couldn't get all four in at the same time (my wedding is in June) so I don't think it's a big salon. 

 

I also just scheduled my couples massage that comes with the package and they asked where I wanted it.  Did anyone have it on the beach (which is an option) is it private?  I don't think I want people walking by when I'm getting a massage..

i think they have curtains, but am not positive.

Originally Posted by vollydolly 

 

I have a question for brides getting the ultimate or love package.  I was just told by Esman that my guests could not pick their menu and I would only be able to choose one option for all my guests.  I am vegetarian and we also have several children attending.  I can't believe that all my guests need to eat the same thing!

 

I saw earlier posts from other brides that said they were able to choose their menu as long as they told Dreams in advance and where each guest was sitting.  Did anyone else hear this?  I am sooooo frustrated at this point with all the different info I'm getting.

Thank you!

they told me the same thing 3 years ago. i told them to stuff it. eventually we were able to pick 2 dishes and have the guests decide beforehand. 

you want something, demand it. then get it in writing. bring printouts of everything. 

Originally Posted by Crystal1880 

 

I was wondering if anybody knows how much the spa charges right now for hair and make-up.. I was going to have somebody with me to do it, but now they are not coming..

Also I have seen pics on dreams fb page with brides toasting right after the ceremony with colorful cocktails..They look delicious..:-). Does anybody know how much extra that is instead of champagne?

i'm sure it wouldn't be extra, you just have to ask. 

try doing a search for the price sheet. i know it's been posted here several times.

Originally Posted by sascolo 

 

Does anyone know if Dreams allows us to bring steins for drinks?

i don't see why not...i remember others talking about bringing bigger cups for drinks. the only negative is that your drink may get warm/ice may melt by the time you're 1/2 way done. if you want, bring it - worst that happens is that they don't let you use it!

Originally Posted by NM2011 

 

Hey Ladies = ) Our wedding is at the end of Oct at Dreams. I need some assistance with photographers. Did you ladies use the one from the resort or have any sugestions? The pictures are really important to me but I don't want to spend an arm and a leg. Anything you can advise?  Thanks!!

try searching this thread and the forum.

Originally Posted by PalapaGirl 

 

All-- I'm getting married at Dreams in about a month and a half, and I was wondering if anyone has recently gotten a Dreams groups coordinator to help organize a pub crawl or club outing in downtown PV.  We are having a welcome bonfire ($250, quoted by Rebeca, the old Dreams wedding coordinator, in July 2010) on Thursday from 8:30 to 10:30, and then afterwards, we were thinking the young people could go party downtown.  The problem is I have no idea which clubs are fun/safe/not super-expensive/require bottle service, etc., and which clubs would be OK letting in a group of about 30 people.   

 

Any recent brides, did you have any favorite bars or clubs downtown?  Especially ones that are not really touristy?

 

On another note, does anyone have any pictures of the "Sports Bar" at Dreams that they could share?  I understand our wedding has to be off the beach by 10:30pm, and we plan to continue the party at the Sports Bar, but I have no idea what to expect/if I should try to bring some sort of decorations, etc?

i'm sure the dreams coordinator would be happy to help you! also, if there are 30 of you, you'll certainly make your own fun no matter where you are!

don't bother w/ anything for the sports bar. the decor in there kinda reminds me of "saved by the bell" but i'm not sure why. there are (were, at least) two pool tables, some tables and bar stools, a dance floor, and a tv. again, it's not part of your actual wedding, and you'll make your own fun, so don't bother.

Originally Posted by star18 

 

When did you give out your gifts to your wedding party?? Did you have a rehearsal dinner and welcome dinner, or is that overkill? Just wanting some advice and opinions? thanks!

we had a welcome dinner. imo, and in my area, a rehearsal dinner is usually just for the people in the wedding and real out of towners. we called ours a welcome dinner since everyone was from out of town, but not everyone was in the wedding. we gave the gifts between dinner and dessert - but ours was at barcelona tapas. i think a rehearsal AND a welcome dinner would be crazy - too many planned dinners!

Originally Posted by star18 

 

Just wondering if it worth it to stay in a junior suite with the jacuzzi on the balcony? Is it worth the extra money in your opinion? Did you use the jacuzzi?

 

Thanks

 

i got stuck in your box here

our TA got us upgraded to a room w/ a jacuzzi, but if we didn't have it, we wouldn't have missed it. it really is just a big bathtub, and to be honest, it skeeved me out a bit.

just tell him no. tell him you are in contact with other brides who didn't have to pay and that you don't understand why you should pay if they didn't. if he argues, say the same thing, but for the $50 fee. it should force them to get their story straight, if nothing else.

thanks girls! i think he's cute too

 

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Originally Posted by hulagirl132 

Hi Ladies,

 

Me and my wedding party  will be at Dreams PV between May 27 - June 1st.

 

I want to set-up a welcome dinner so my guests can all meet each other. Are you guys doing welcome dinner or drinks? Since it's an all inclusive hotel, how do I go about reserving a section (about 35 people) so we can have a little privacy. I don't want to book the whole restaurant, just put in a reservation for 35 people and hope we can all eat together in one area?

 

Thanks,

 

~ Lea

like someone else said, no reservations - which is what i liked about dreams - and don't be surprised if 35 people can't sit together; it wouldn't be fair to other patrons!

Originally Posted by hulagirl132 

 

Hi Milek1986,

 

Thanks for the info. We are having a bonfire are our wedding reception at Las Caletas already so I didn't want to repeat that at Dreams PV.

 

I think I will just tell my guests to meet us for dinner at one of the resorts restaurant at a set time and whoever shows up, we will just be able to sit-together. I will make it informal.

 

I originally planned on having welcome dinner OUTSIDE of the resort, but it's out of budget and since the food is free (included) in the resort, we might as well take advantage of that.

 

 

 

 

Originally Posted by Miss Sunshyne 

 

If so, where are you getting it from and how are you transporting it?

 

Sadly my resort has cakes that..... let's just say I can do a better job lol

 

I'm from NY/NJ and cakes are like important as our wedding dresses...lol

 

So I'm doing the next best thing...fake! It doesn't cost that much, will look beautiful in pics, they leave a hidden slice behind so that you may insert a piece of cake for the cake cutting ceremony and either have the resorts cake in the back to serve.... or I'm thinking of just going with the desert table that is all ready included in the menu, since cake usually always goes to waste

 

I'm interested in knowing what you ladies think?

 

 

I'm getting my cake from  www.cakesconfidential.com  instead of the flower I want a large pencil starfish, the fondant will be a pearlized teal and the ribbon color will be coral.

 

They are chaging me $235 for it....

i'm from nj, and my cake was not that important.

so what are you actually going to serve to the people who are expecting teal cake?

Originally Posted by Crystal1880 

 

I saw a picture of the huppah with different colored fabric on it. Does anybody know how much extra is costs?

i had orange, but i brought it. they were window curtains that i bought at ikea for like $10. imo, if you want that, buy a few yards at a fabric store. will cost you a fraction of the price and take up the same amount of room as a few tee shirts.

Originally Posted by SarahBen2011 

 

Hi Lauren - I'm thinking about using our bouquets as centerpieces as well... did they charge you to use vases from the resort?

 

And I've asked about fabric for the huppah and it sounds like even the regular white material they charge you for.  Not sure how much though...

 

Sarah

sarah, i didn't even use vases. i just put them on the table. they were big enough and between the flowers, the candles and all of the dishes/silverware, there wasn't a ton of room left!

Originally Posted by KarenM 

 

 

 

We had the ultimate package last May & used the white linens & covered chairs. I love the tifanny chairs, but, like Kerri, couldn't justify paying extra for something no one else would notice. We did pay for floral centerpieces, but only needed 3 (I think) b/c we reused the one from the ceremony table (I think they included a 2nd one for something - maybe the cake table?)  We brought votive holders from home, 24 total - 4 for each table (we had 5) & 4 on the cake table, and bought votive candles at Walmart when we got down there. Didn't have an issue with wind - they all burned down throughout the night.

 

here's a couple pics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Congrats Lauren! What did you have? Hope you guys are doing great!

 

 

 

 

 

thanks karen! logan atari was born on 12/20. here are some pics (just b/c i think he's cute:)  ):

Originally Posted by mllek1986 

 

Have any of you ladies asked Esman or any past WC about the wine that is served at the reception? Most of the AI FI and I have been to all have pretty terrible house wine and we would really like to have good wine at our wedding.

I have read in this forum that you can purchase bottles of wine through the resort- any idea how much these are?

Have any of you asked whether you were allowed to bring in your own wine that you bought in PV?

 

Also, we are wanting to do a tequila shot (or sip for some) for the bestman's speech - do they provide good quality tequila for this or would we have to pay extra? or bring in our own?

 

Thanks!

the wine was fine. if i recall correctly, it was the same stuff that you could buy bottles of. the bottles were $$$$$$$ for what they were.

i was told that you cannot bring your own wine into the resort and have them serve it. may have changed...but doubt it.

specify the tequila. they have top shelf stuff and bottom shelf stuff. specify what you want and i'm sure they'll accommodate you.

i bet the tealight holders are from my wedding. i'm still mad that i never got my crap back...anyway.

don't get/use tealight holders if you can help it. it was a bit breezy the day we got married so the candles would not stay lit. tealights in a votive holder would be ok though. we had plain white chairs - i couldn't see the need to upgrade. they're not brown and brass folding chairs from 1973, if that helps. we also got orange overlays for the table at $7/table, i believe, maybe $8. i had 3 bms and 3 tables, so we used their bouquets as centerpieces, and my bouquet at the sweetheart table.

to be honest, i'm sure if they'll nickel and dime you if you ask for things. there wasn't much available as far as decor when i got married, but anything i asked for was crazy - colored napkins were like $3/napkin and the centerpieces that i was interested in would have been hundreds of dollars - $ for candles, $ for candle holders, $ for rocks in the bottom of the holders, etc. i don't remember the exact amounts, and like i said, there wasn't much available, so it might have been more $ for me b/c dreams had to rent/buy the stuff from another place. that being said, if i hadn't asked for the centerpieces or napkins, they wouldn't have even told me about them, and i wouldn't have felt nickeled and dimed. i hope that makes sense, it's late and i have mommy brain.

just think about the heat and the flowers - will they survive? you're obviously not going to costco or walmart the day of the wedding....

hi-

to find the answers to your questions, i recommend reading the dreams pv thread (http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/thread/29192/dreams-puerto-vallarta-thread). you should also search for and read our reviews.

Originally Posted by kerrib 

 

Any of the past brides. Did you have children at your wedding? If so, what did you do with them during the reception? I'm not saying this in an insensitive way, I just want to know if we need to have a plan. We have several children 6 and under that will be at the wedding and I know they won't last the entire reception. Does the resort have "night care" or will the parents of the guests just retire with their children?

i had 2, but i don't remember how old they were. i think one was 6 and one was 3 or 4? look in my planning thread for the activity books i made for them. i had the WC put them at their place at the table. they did leave early w/ their mom, who happened to be pregnant and exhausted anyway. i don't think there is night care, per se, but maybe babysitting? idk how comfortable i'd be with a strange babysitter though.

Originally Posted by gowiththeflow 

 

Hi ladies! So, I re-emailed Louise after she responded that we need an email confirming prices. I was very nice, but said I wanted to speak to whoever made these decision. Anyone have an email for someone that can deal with this?  

 

On other fronts! Does anyone have any ideas on how to decorate the gazebo other than tulle? I really like the floating flowers idea, but now sure how it would look in the gazebo. What did everyone who used the gazebo do?

do you have emails that say that they're working on the contract? i know you said they were working on it 3 months back - maybe the 3 month delay will be enough leverage? i'd certainly fight that.

my massage was by a woman too...