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  1. Thanks everyone! Trust me when I tell you Del Sol will not disapoint! Court we used Apple Vacations for our travel arrangements. The agency we used (Colony Travel) was not a favorite for my guests.

     

    Here is some advice I would give you:

    Dont stress about the planning. No matter what happens Mexico is gorgeous and your wedding will be amazing.

    Dont worry if the wedding coordinator does not respond to you right away. They are extremely busy and most of the planning gets done when you get to the resort. I would definately reccomend traveling a day before your guests. It can be hectic trying to get wedding stuff done when your being pulled in 80 directions.

    Find a photographer that focuses on quality, like Del Sol. Dont settle for someone because they are cheaper then someone else. You definately get what you pay for.

     

    My biggest piece of advice is really to just enjoy yourself.

  2. Hi everyone!

    I am sorry it has been so long since my last post. I never realized how busy life can be after your married! Anyway, I couldnt wait any longer to share my review and pictures with everyone.

     

    My husband and I just got married on 5/15/10 @ Dreams Riviera Cancun. It was absolutely amazing and the happiest day of our lives. Planning a destination wedding can be such a challenge. There are so many unknowns and if your an A type personality like me it can be very stressful and frustrating if you dont have the support you need to get through it. I was so so lucky to have come across this forum one day . Through this forum I have found the most wonderful wedding vendors. I can credit this forum for introducing me to Del Sol photography which through their amazing collection of photos on this Forum helped me to choose my destination and resort. I also found Zuniga productions who are amazing event planners.

     

    About Del Sol Photography.....

    Where should I begin....As I stated above I met Del Sol through this forum. It was through their creative eye and beautiful artistic photography that we knew Mexico was the perfect destination for us. We fell in love with Del Sol's work the minute we saw it (and honestly who wouldnt, its amazing).

     

    Throughout the entire 2 years we were contracted with Del Sol I never once questioned the decision. Matt and Sol were available to me and my husband throughout the entire process. I could ask them any question and they would always help me through anything. Their response time was unbeatable....for the most part they answered within the same day! They always provided their honest opinion and are a great resource when trying to find the perfect resort. Its difficult to find this type of service when planning a destination wedding.

     

    I can't say enough good things about Del Sol. Our experience with them was one that we will remember and cherish forever. Their work is unbelievable and speaks for itself. They have an amazing ability to capture beauty that other people may overlook. Matt and Rodrigo told the story of our wedding through their amazing eye. Everytime i go back through my photos I can see the emotion that was captured and the love that my husband and I have for each other. They only met us face to face once but they were able to capture who we really are. It was so important to me since so many of my friends and family couldnt attend our wedding to have this type of quality. They can truly appreciate how important this day is for all of us. If your lucky enough to book Matt and Sol together you'll see how passionate and fiery they can be together. We were so lucky to have them both at our TTD session. The love they have for each other truly shows through their work.

     

    If anyone has any questions about our experience with Del Sol please do not hesitate to email me [email protected]

     

    Hope everyone enjoys the slideshow!

     

    http://www.pictage.com/817018 (All pics)

     

    05.15.10 Margaret + Matthew | Wedding at Dreams Riviera Cancun | Photos by Matt Adcock (Wedding Slideshow)

    052110 Margaret + Matthew | Trash the Dress | Photos by Matt Adcock + Sol Tamargo (Trash the Dress Slideshow)

  3. Hi everyone.

     

    I've been reading through all of the posts. I see a lot of people are frustated about the turn around time from the wedding coordinators. I went through this same frustration as well. I started my planning almost a year and a half ago. Rest assured as your wedding gets closer (probably 4-5months out) the responses become a lot quicker! Also, I noticed that when I copy my travel agent on the emails the response is much quicker!

     

    I also mentioned to Ana that I've read a lot of complaints regarding the privacy of the ceremony. She assured me that they are aware of this issue and are working to have this resolved. I'm just hoping its resolved very soon.

     

    I've also noticed the inconsistency of the pricing. There have been several occasions where I have asked for a price and then a few weeks later I get a different price. This is why it is so important to keep all of your emails from her.

  4. Quote:
    Originally Posted by normajeane77 View Post
    I wish I could tell you, but I am struggling with the same decision...ours is also at 5:30. I don't think I'm going to make it any later though, because I want to have good lighting for the ceremony photos..
    My wedding is also in May. This is what my photographer reccomended for the time:

    Here is what we send to clients to recommend ceremony start times, for optimum light conditions.


    if you want to consider the OPTIMAL light for photography in the evening, 30 minutes before sunset and 30 minutes after sunset, so called the "golden hour")


    For planning the start time of your ceremony, we would like you to consider a few things:


    If your ceremony time will be under 15 minutes, we recommend starting the wedding 45 minutes before the scheduled sunset.
    If your ceremony time will be 20-30 min, we recommend starting the wedding 55 minutes before the scheduled sunset.




    Check out this link to check sunset schedules: http://www.timeanddate.com/worldcloc...&afl=-11&day=1
  5. Quote:
    Originally Posted by jero4183 View Post
    I am that 'other bride'. I feel the same way you do as far as not wanting both wedding parties side by side that would be... awkward and not very private. My travel agent just got back last week from a visit/meeting with Ana at the Dreams and said everything looks great and that there are tons of creative options for set-ups of the reception and stuff. So no worries :)


    Have you decided where your going to have your reception? Ana has made me feel a lot better and so did speaking with you on Facebook. My biggest concern was the music. I am having a DJ and I asked ANa if are reception is right next to each others (which it will be if mine is at the deck and yours is by the pool) would the music be a problem. I know we're both going to have an amazing day no matter what.
  6. Quote:
    Originally Posted by SDbeachgirl View Post
    Did you decide on the deck? That's what I decided on, though I haven't seen it yet. I was told that I can change my mind. There isn't a wedding at the same time is yours is there? I thought there was only room for one in the morning and one at sunset.
    The wedding isnt the same time but the reception is the same time. My wedding is at sunset.
  7. Hi everyone! Its been such a long time since I was on the forum. School has kept me very busy lately. I wanted to take a minute to break away from my hectic lif to share with everyone some photos Ana sent me of the deck and the pool area for the reception.

     

    Has anyone decided what location to have their ceremony at?

     

    There is another wedding on the same date as mine so I originally nervous I wouldnt get the deck (thats what I wanted all along) and now I'm nervous that if the other bride chooses the pool area her party will be right next to mine. Ana has assured me that everything will be perfect but I worry too much.

     

    Any way hope everyone enjoys the pics.

  8. August 2009

    Branden & Shivani- August 6, 2009- Almond Morgan Bay, St. Lucia

    Jacilyn & Joe (Jacilynda) - August 8, 2009 - Hotel Akumal Caribe, MX

    Monique & Eric - August 15, 2009 - Dreams Los Cabos, MX

    Karen & Dan - August 15, 2009

    Tiffiney & Ryan - August 15, 2009 - RIU Vallarta, MX

    Megan & Doug - August 15, 2009 - Miami, FL (Carnival Cruise)

    Michelle & Brent - August 19, 2008 - Wynn Las Vegas, NV

    Tiffany & George - August 22, 2009 - Dreams Los Cabos, MX

    Jenni & Tim - August 22, 2009 - Holden Beach, NC

    Elizabeth & Gabriel - August 31, 2009 - Carnival Ecstasy, Galveston, TX

     

    September 2009

    Sarah & Zachary - September 1, 2009 - Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands BWI

    Marijke & Rob - September 1 or 2, 2009 - Parga, Greece

    Dominica & Ernest - September 5, 2009 - Azul Fives, MX

    Allisa & Vance - September 9, 2009 - Azul Sensatori, MX

    Erik & Zarina - September 9, 2009 - Las Veags, NV

    Benny & Shawn- September 9, 2009- Excellence Riviera Cancun, MX

    Amy & Clint - September 11, 2009 - Cancun, MX

    Lisa & Gary - September 17, 2009 - Maui, HI

    Trista & Jon - September 17, 2009 - Excellence Riviera Cancun, MX

    Amber & Donnie (foxybride) September 19, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV

    Dayla & Randell - September 19, 2009- Cancun/Riviera Maya, MX

    Vicki & David - September 26, 2009 - Buenaventura Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

     

    October 2009

    Natasha & James - October 7,2009 --RIU Palace, Cabo San Lucas

    Heide & Paul - October 10, 2009 -- San Juan, Puerto Rico

    Amanda & Anton - October 11, 2009 -- Las Caletas, Mexico

    Ashley & Dustin - October 17, 2009 -- Dreams resort and spa cancun

    Danelle & Antonio - October 17, 2009 --Riu Palace Riviera Maya

    Angela & Jason - October 20, 2009 - Majestic Colonial, Punta Cana

    Heather & Matie - October 22, 2009 -- Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

    Josie & Marko - October 24, 2009 -- Dreams Tulum

    Dana & Eddie - October 24, 2009 -- Moon Palace Cancun

    Jenny & Matthew - October 27, 2009 -- Melia Caribe Tropical, Punta Cana, DR

    Emily & Kevin - October 28, 2009 -- Melia Las Dunas, Cayo Santa Maria,

    Dustin and Ashley October 17, 2009 At Dreams Cancun

     

    November 2009

    Melissa (SgtPepperette) and Grant - November 4, 2009 - Fort Myers Beach, FL

    Keira and Steve - November 05, 2009 - Bahia Pricipe Coba, Mexico

    Megan & Shay - November 7, 2009 - Westin Los Cabos

    Erin & Trent - November 9th, 2009 - Melia Caribe Tropical, Punta Cana, DR

    Jodey & Simon - November 12th 2009 - Dreams resort and spa Cancun

    Lisa & Doug - November 12, 2009 - Riu Palace Riviera Maya

    Carrie & Andy - November 13, 2009 - Beaches Negril

    Evelyn (koolatta) & Audie - November 14, 2009 - Catalonia Riviera Maya

    Alicia & Rob - November 14, 2009 - Sandals Grande Ocho Rios

    Joanne & Mark - November 14, 2009 - Iberostar Grand, Mexico

    Mirna & Louis-November 15th 2008-Dreams Cancun

    Heidi & Patrick - November 16th 2009 - Sirenis La Salina, Varadero

    Leslie & Gerry - November 16th, 2009- Majestic Colonial, Punta Cana

    Valerie & Ryan - November 21, 2009 - Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa

    Sarah & Tan- November 21, 2009- Valentin Imperial Maya

    Mary & Paul - November 28th 2009 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

    Jessica (Jess) & Paul - November 28th, 200 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

    Josie & Jason - November 28th 2009- Playa Del Carmen, Mexico :) !!

     

    December 2009

    Gina & Ryan - December 2, 2009 - Riu Palace Riviera Maya

    Leslie & Jay - December 5, 2009 - Moon Dance Cliffs Jamaica

    poohshek & spidey - December 11, 2009 - Riviera Maya

    Jen & Kenny - December 12, 2009 - Excellence Playa Mujeres

    Lesya & Dave - December 12, 2009 - Sands resort Turks and Caicos

    Jillian & Tim (Adlergray)-December 18, 2009- Blue Tulum Rsort & Spa

    Nadine & Jesse (cdnvb9) -December 29, 2009 - Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa

    Patty & Jason - December 30, 2009 - Barcelo Riviera Maya Colonial

    Karla & Abraham - December 31, 2009 - Negril, Jamaica

     

    January 2010

    Melissa & Kent- January 5, 2010- Playa Pesquero, Cuba

    Aimee & Theodore- January, 8, 2010 - Iberostar Tucan, Mexico

    Jessica & Matt(jrprice24)- January 8,2010- Sandos Playacar, PDC, Mexico

    Kerri & Elton (kpuckrin)- January 12th, 2010- BlueBeard's Beach, St. Thomas

    Nancy & Pat - January 13th, 2010 - Beaches Negril, Jamaica

    Melita (Melette) & Charlie - January 21, 2010 - Dreams Los Cabos, Mexico

    Catherine & Ian - January 22, 2010 - Playa Pesquero, Cuba

    Shannon & Lauchlan- January 27th, 2010- Puerto Vallarta Mexico

    Jocelyn & Sean - January 27, 2010 - Gran Bahia Principe Tulum, Mayan Riviera

     

    February 2010

    Melissa & Sean- February 10, 2010- St. Thomas USVI

    Linda & Ton- February 22, 2010- Costa Rica

    Amber & Sean - February 22, 2010 - Moon Palace Resort, Mexico

     

    March 2010

    Bev & Brian March 4th 2010 - Clubhouse Negril

    Christine & Welsey March 19th, 2010- Dreams Tulum, Mexico

    Katie & Ryan March 26th, 2010- Riu Palace Riviera Maya

     

    April 2010

    Claire & John (adelaide) April 1, 2010 - Occidental Grand Xcaret - Riviera Maya

    Holly & Adam (Scubadiva) April 2nd, 2010 - Megans Bay Beach St Thomas USVI

    Michele & Jim (jerseykitten) April 10, 2010 - Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa - Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Steph & Jason (sperger) - April 16, 2010 - Grand Palladium, Punta Cana

    doblauvelt-April 16, 2010- Moon Palace, Cancun

    Sarah and Jed (sarah310) April 17, 2010 - Occidental Grand Xcaret, Mexico

    Stacey & Eric (La Romana Stacey) - April 22, 2010 - Dreams La Romana

    Rowena & Tak (Bride2010) - April 22, 2010 - Barcelo Maya Palace, MX

    Suzanne & Ryan (soxgirl)- April 23, 2010- Divi, Aruba (?)

    Veronica & Patrick (vgirl17) - April 24, 2010 - Moon Palace, Cancun MX

    Joanna & Chris (jerzygirl85) - April 24, 2010 Dreams Tulum, Mexico

    Christina & Gregory (GregsBride) - April 24, 2010 - Iberostar Rose Hall Suites, Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Erin & Jeremy (ebredhawk) - April 28, 2010 - Dreams Punta Cana

     

    May 2010

    Crystal & Dave (CrystalM) - May 1, 2010 - Magen's Bay, St. Thomas, USVI

    Heather & Eric (hockeymom97) - May 5th, 2010, Beaches Negril, Jamaica

    Dyan & Chris (dyanh) - May 7, 2010 Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Savannah & Billy (BillysBride) -May 8, 2010 Avalon Reef Club, Isla Mujeres, MX

    Victoria & Eric- May 11, 2010- Excellence Riviera Cancun Resort

    Heather & Andrew- May 14, 2010- Kauai, Hawaii

    Jessica & Matt (Future Mrs. Griffith) - May 14, 2010 - Dreams Resort PV

    Heather & George (dolfinluck)- May 15, 2010 - Dreams La Romana, DR

    Margaret & Matthew (mmontgo) - May 15, 2010 - Dreams Riviera Cancun, Mx

    Shannon & Robert (preciousmi811) -May 17, 2010 - RUI Palace Tropical Bay, Jamaica

    Mary & Pete (MissM)- May 19th, 2010- Los Cabos

    Amber & Mike (gokartmagic) - May 21, 2010 - Iberostar Grand, Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Belle & Jean-Claude - May 27,2010- St. Kitts, B.W.I.

    Samantha & Ralph- May 27,2010- Coco Reef Resort, Bermuda

    Craig & Fiona - May 28th, 2010 - Moon Palace

     

    June 2010

    Jennifer & Ernie (jenninjamaica) ~ June 1, 2010 Breezes Grand Negril, Negril, Jamaica

    Jaymi and James (Jaymibaby) ~ June 1, 2010 Sandals Royal Caribbean, Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Stephanie and Michael (~Stephanie~)-June 11, 2010 The Royal Playa del Carmen

    Michelle & Arsen (michelle613)- June 12, 2010 Dreams Cancun

    Krystall & Nick (azulskies) - June 17, 2010 Olowalu Plantation House, Maui

    Stephanie and Chris (sspiris) - June 19, 2010, Destination to be determined

    Lulu & Kirkton (lmuze) ~ June 19, 2006: Iberostar Rose Hall Beach, Jamaica

    Jessica & Bryson (Royal_lady10)-June 26, 2010 Dreams Tulum

     

    July 2010

    Kaytee and CJ- July 3rd, 2010- Destination still TBD!

    Jannae and Ryan (LadyTrunck)- July 6, 2010- Riu Palace Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Mexico!!

    Mandy and Chad- July 10, 2010- Sullivans Island, SC

    Edy And Jaxon (mswhatever) - July 17, 2010 Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton resort & Spa Jamaica

    Bobbett and Ricky (Natural)- July 18, 2010 San Juan, Puerto Rico

    Tracy and Cole - July 2010 in Playa del Carmen, TBD

     

    August 2010

    Melissa and Robby (hunniebee724) ~ August 19, 2010 NYC, Carnival Cruise Lines

    Crystal & Marques (hugrad) - August 9, 3010 St. Thomas, USVI

     

    September 2010

    Courtney & Chris-September 3,2010-Siesta Key, Fl

     

    October 2010

    Lori & Oliver (gossip girl) - October 10, 2010 - Destination TBD!

    Suzanne & Joe (sierra101010) - October 10, 2010 - Puerto Vallarta

    Chris & Crystal (Crystalballl) - October 20, 2010 - Playa Pesquero, Cuba

    Jo & Darren (Jo&Daz20-10-2010) - October 20, 2010 - Coral Coast - Fiji

     

    December 2010

    Chris & John (sunstarsmoon) - December 1, 2010 - Rui Ocho Rios, Jamaica

    Stephen & Sabrina (breeze616) - December 10, 2010 - Iberostar Rose Hall, Jamaica

    Shana and Jamel (chocolatedrop04)- December 11, 2010-Moon Palace, Mexico

    Carla & Christoper (adias.angel) - December 11, 2010 - Riviera Maya

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