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Quote: Originally Posted by Kristy! Is it weird that I'm more concerned about getting my honeymoon shopping done than finishing up wedding stuff? I think I'm ready for the vacation part! Actually, I think I'm at that poinht where anything I don't finish, only I will know about and won't be missed. Love that feeling! I'm so with you on that! I've been shopping like crazy for miscellaneous clothes for honeymoon and also the week before the wedding. I'm SO ready for the wedding to be done with!

Kirsten, Thanks so much for sharing your pics....you look gorgeous! And, the wedding looked beautiful! Definitely puts my mind at ease a little....

Quote: Originally Posted by Ayita How exciting !! My registry mails actually tells me what I got so... no hiding but I get the Christmas feeling everytime I receive a package in the mail (even though I was the one to order), and I received a lot lately ! Here's the dress I'm planning on wearing at the Sunday brunch - received yesterday from VS : Christmas ! I'll make sure to take pics tomorrow. But the dress will be too big in the boobs area Ayita, that's so funny...I am planning on buying the same dress as you, but, in black. I'm just waiting until tomorrow when I can use my coupon!

We're doing seafoam/tiffany blue for BM dress and pink/coral and white flowers

Is the La Isla pool the "main" pool? I think I remember that when I took a tour last year. We're designing our weekend itinerary and We're trying to figure out which pool to tell people to meet us at each day. I like that idea of meeting at a bar on the first day! I think that is what we will do....since everyone will be coming in at different times. By the way, did you have a favorite bar to go to? We're thinking we'll meet everyone for drinks a few of the nights at the martini lounge and then take off from there....thoughts?

Quote: Originally Posted by Ayita I feel it coming ! Everything is getting ready, we are missing a few items, this is so... so... real... I think we are 3 or 4 with May 2nd (Shannon & Kris, Beth and Jay, not sure if any of these two are "Blkatz, if not : Blkatz, too), but... MEL&B IS MAY 1st ! YEAH to MEL&B ! Hey Ladies....I'm May 2nd too!!! One month from today!!! I cannot believe it!!!I really need time to slow down just about now!

I don't think I'll be able to use the bouquets as centerpieces because I will only have 7 bouquets (including mine) and we will be having 11 tables...but, it is a good idea for others. I will try negotiating since I am bringing 81 guests. Also, Does anyone know what the "main" pool is called?

Yes, I happen to be discussing this with Valeria this week. She told me that if you bring any outside flowers, you will be charged the $500 fee. Also, for some reason, if I choose to display my own centerpieces, then there is another fee.

Yes, I happen to be discussing this with Valeria this week. She told me that if you bring any flowers from outside the hotel/another florist, you will be charged the $500 fee. Also, for some reason, she also told me that if I choose to display my own centerpieces, there is a set up fee for that too!

Thanks for the tips! That really helps! I'll check with Valeria about the sand box. I'm getting a little nervous right now...she hasn't responded to me in one week, which is unlike her. I have so much planning to do and my day is right around the corner! Yikes!

I sent out an email requesting dinner selection and shoe size. Out of 80 people, only one person questioned the shoe size! I just told them it was a surprise.

Hi Ayita! I'm with you!! We share the same wedding date!!! I can't believe how quickly our date is coming...it's really starting to hit me now! We leave 5 weeks from yesterday! My mom is flying in (as we speak) to help with wedding stuff and my bridal shower on Sunday. Lot's to do! Good luck to you!

Thanks, Natalie...I will definitely keep that in mind. I'm trying not to stress about it, but, it's just so frustrating.. By the way, your pictures are beautiful!!! Looks like you had an amazing day! You look gorgeous! I have a few questions... Where did you have your reception at? You said it was windy and the centerpieces were blowing all over the place. Also, did you buy the sandbox for your placecards from the hotel? I am looking for something just like that, but, Valeria sent me a different picture. Also, did you use the DJ or ipod for your reception? What did you use for music at your ceremony? Thanks!

We are bringing our own menu cards for the reception. But, I was told that for our rehearsal dinner (free dinner) that they would have menu cards made for us. I will be sure to check on this when I get down there. For the placecards, I am using a box filled with sand (bought from Valeria) and then I will be putting these "real shell" placecard holders that I bought online in the box. On a side note, I just need to vent about this because I know other brides have had this same experience. After i told Valeria that I wanted to do my own centerpieces, she wrote me yesterday: "....however you won't be able to display them as this is not allowed by the hotel, as you may interfere with operational activities, and there are sometimes hazardous materials at the locations (cleaning products, water on the floor) which is risky for you and your guests. Therefore, there will be a set up fee to display the centerpieces, and we must prepare a release form in which you remove any responsability to LOMAS TRAVEL AND / OR KARISMA RESORTS for any malfunction,and / or accident that can occur due to the centerpieces you will arrange for reception ( the centerpieces might be too narrow and due to the wind they might fall) as we are at an open air location, you know." I am in complete shock! I don't even know what to say....ridiculous?

I just started writing my vows. I love this thread! I am looking for more samples of personalized vows.

We are having assigned seating. But, I don't think it's a big deal.MY WC said if I only bring favors and menu cards, then they will wave the fee, but any other things like centerpieces they will charge. I will be setting up my own centerpieces. I was just curious how others did it.

Quote: Originally Posted by ohiobride15 I just collected them at the wedding. I had a table set out with them laid out. That way people could pick the one they wanted. Most people wrote well wishes on the back. Some wrote advice. They are really nice. Ok, I see...I love the idea! And, I told my FI about it and he also thinks its a good idea! Thanks for your help.

Quote: Originally Posted by ohiobride15 I bought a postcard for every person at the wedding. I bought the post cards down there for $1 each. everyone signed the backs and then I will put them in a scrapbook later. This way I will be able to have all the memories from the postcards and have thier words of advice. So, you collected the postcards at the wedding? Or, did you have them actually put it in the mail and send it to your home?

Quote: Originally Posted by DanielleNDerek When i get to Punta Cana i'm going to buy postcards. At the reception i'm going to have each guest fill out a postcard and when we get home put in an album. That'll be my guestbook. i know other girls were doing something similar to this. I like this idea! I'm wondering how this turned out...or for others who did this...did you have the guests send it from the wedding location or when they got home? Also, how long did it take to get the postcards? Also, did you get a good response from everyone? I'm just thinking some people might forget to do it...

Did you negotiate that fee with them? My WC quoted my $5 per person for set up, which is how I got $400. I would be willing to pay a little bit for set up, but, that seems like a lot!

Quote: Originally Posted by megain44 I have a great idea.... well I think it is, especially because this is what we're planning on doing We're getting married in Tulum, so we're going to get a book on Tulum, kind of like a coffee table book. Then we're going to have guests sign that book... like a yearbook, on the inside cover or any random page. I think it'll be a great coffee table book that will always remind us of our wedding! Thank you for sharing your idea! I have been searching for a unique idea like this...I think this is what I'll do!

I just started to look for this as well...All of the ones I found online look kind of cheesy to me.

WoW! Your day is coming up soon, Dreamgirl08!!! You must be SO excited!! We are having 81 guests and we're doing a private event. They want to charge me $5 per person for a set up fee for additional items....which is $400! I agree with you...I don't want to ask one of my guests to do it, but, it's a lot of extra money when we're already paying a ton for our guests etc... The only extra stuff I would like set up is our menu and favors at each table setting. Also, i would like to put votive candles on the table. I'll be taking care of the centerpieces. I hate that they try to tack on charges like this, where it does not seem necessary....I mean come on...we're bringing business to their resort by having our wedding there!

Have you considered inviting only wedding party people (and significant others) and very close family members (parents and grandparents only, no aunts/uncles, cousins etc)? I'm not sure if that would help to reduce the number...In my opinion, if you are going to leave out only 10-15 people, then, I would just invite everyone or reduce your rehearsal dinner party. If I were one of the few that were left out, I would probably feel a little hurt. If these people are willing to travel to your wedding, then, they should be included like everyone else. But, if you want to keep it more intimate, then, maybe you could just limit the rehearsal dinner so that people won't feel left out. Or, maybe you can opt to have a cocktail party (no dinner) for your welcome party..which may help reduce the cost

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