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Hey Michelle, thanks for sharing your pics. They're lovely.

I'm actually finishing up my boarding pass invites and I can honestly say that it wasn't too hard. Like many others have said, it's just time consuming. I did 100 invites and had second thoughts when I was about half way thru. In my opinion, cutting them out is the most tedious part. Have patience & good luck!

Hey Lyssa, Thanks for the feedback about the cigar roller & catamaran.

Quote: Originally Posted by LyssaB80 Cocktail hour was outside of the restaurant, we had the appetizers and drinks for $12pp, the mariachi trio (who were very fun, people loved that!) and we hired the cigar roller for our cocktail hour which all of our guests really liked. Hi Lyssa... I thought the cigar roller was a cute idea. How much did the cigar roller cost? Do you know what the average cost of a cigar was? Or did the price include the cigars for the guests? Did you use an outside vendor or someone from the resort's cigar bar? Any additional info is appreciated. THANKS!!!

Lyssa... CONGRATS!! Thanks for taking the time to write your review. Glad you had a good time & a wonderful wedding.

Hi Michelle!!! WELCOME BACK & CONGRATS!!!!!!!!! Thanks sooooooooooo much for the detailed review. You're insight has helped me TREMENDOUSLY with my planning. Your teasers on the Iberostar thread had me so anxious! You've really set my mind at ease.... especially, about the Vitrales room set up. I had no idea they offered various set-ups (I've already asked LindoBride to send me the pics she received from the WC). Sounds like something else I need to squeeze into the budget. I had the same concerns about the ceremony locations. The gazebo in the shopping center looks beautiful. It has a nice rustic look and it's semi private. I'm sold!!! Again, thanks for sharing.

Quote: Originally Posted by LindoBride2009 I was very curious about the lounge set-up for the Vitrales room after reading Michelle's review so I emailed the WC and she sent me a zip file with some photos. Let me know if any of you gals would like me to forward it to you. Hey LindoBride... I would be interested in seeing the zip file. Please forward it to [email protected]. Thanks!!

Welcome back Michelle!! Glad to hear that you had a wonderful time. Looking forward to your review

Hey Michelle!!! I haven't been on the forum lately, but I saw your planning thread & it looks like you're just about set. Just in case I don't get back on soon, have a safe & enjoyable trip!!!! You've planned & planned for this moment..... FOR YOUR MOMENT. Best wishes!!

Hi Ladies... I'm glad I came across this thread. I'm actually booked at an Iberostar in Riviera Maya, Mexico in June. However, I just found out that Iberostar is opening two other resorts in Rose Hall, JA. The thought of a brand new resort is tempting me. Now I'm having second thoughts about my location. In particular because my hotel doesn't offer a private reception (found out after I chose it). Does anyone know if a private reception is being offered at the new Rose Hall Suites? Also, I'm trying to understand what are the differences between the resorts? I know the Grand is adult only, but what's the difference between the Rose Hall Beach and the Rose Hall Suites? Is it just the rooms? Is there a difference between the amenities offered? Are the wedding packages different? I know, I know... I have quite a few question. Any addtl info would be appreciated.

Quote: Originally Posted by shana My daughter is scheduled to get married at Iberostar Lindo March 19, 2009. We went for a visit last weekend and we're looking for a different site for the wedding. I love the hotel, but very disappointed in the beach location and the wedding consultants. I had emailed several times to set appointment and she was vague. Once there, she never made a time for us to visit with her. We watched two weddings that they performed while we were there. The beach location is very public - they roped it off with POLICE TAPE!! Hello Shana Sorry to hear about your experience. Are you & your daughter considering changing just the wedding location at the Lindo or the hotel itself? Did you have an opportunity to look at the gazebo site?

Quote: Originally Posted by shana My daughter is scheduled to get married at Iberostar Lindo March 19, 2009. We went for a visit last weekend and we're looking for a different site for the wedding. I love the hotel, but very disappointed in the beach location and the wedding consultants. I had emailed several times to set appointment and she was vague. Once there, she never made a time for us to visit with her. We watched two weddings that they performed while we were there. The beach location is very public - they roped it off with POLICE TAPE!! Hello Shana, Sorry to hear about your experience. Are you and your daughter looking for another hotel? Or just another site at the Lindo? I believe there's a gazebo location. Did you get a chance to see that site?

Quote: Originally Posted by LindoBride2009 I'd like to personally say thank you as well for all your help. You're a fountain of knowledge & it's greatly appreciated DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't have said it better myself!!

Yes, I attended a destination wedding too. It was a beautiful ceremony held at Beaches, Turks and Caicos this past May. I've always wanted to have a destination wedding and after seeing this one, I was sold! Not to mention, my FI proposed there so it only seemed right for everyone to travel again next year for ours!

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride08 The majority of the group has to have the same meal though. Thanks!! I was afraid that was going to be the answer. Now I feel so limited. I really wanted to give my guests at least two options. Aaaaaahhh, well... guess I can't have everything my way. It's crunch time for you... good luck!!

Hey Michelle... Thanks for posting the menus. Sounds like a decent selection. I want to be sure I'm reading & understanding this completely... For a group larger than 20, will each guest have to eat the same exact meal? Or will they have a choice between the 3-4 dishes?

Quote: Originally Posted by sschano 9 days until I arrive at the Lindo... Sschano... HAPPY TRAVELS!!! Can't wait to read your feedback when you return. Have a safe trip and ENJOY!

Hi Ladies.... I came across another bargain item for your OOT bags. WalMart has clear plastic sport bottles for $1 each. I found them in the seasonal section (of course, buried behind all of the Halloween stuff). The bottles come in bright summer colors... light green, blue, pink, etc. They hold 32 ounces and come with a freezer stick that fits in the middle of the bottle. The original price was $4.37. It's a good quality and made of hard plastic. The only thing is they can't be stacked into each other or squished together, so they will take up space in your luggage. Once again.... happy shopping & good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by Dreams425 I bought those a few weeks ago but paid $1.00 each. I'm jealous you found them on sale! Good job!! Aaaaaawwweeee... I know the feeling! Don't worry, there's always other deals to be found.

Simply amazing! This looks fantastic. Your guests will be impressed. Good job!!

Adorable stuff... GREAT JOB!!

Hi Ladies... I was in Target today and came across a good deal. In the dollar section, there were 4.6 oz bottles of bath salts marked down to .50 each..... Vanilla Sprinkles, Raspberry Delight, Strawberry Swirl and Coconut Cream. Needless to say, I cleared out the bins at my local store. If you're looking for another item for your OOT, this is an inexpensive option. Happy shopping & good luck!!

Quote: Originally Posted by jpitts78 More info... Dinner For a wedding group larger than 25 people, the chef needs the Bride & Groom to choose a fixed menu. This applies also for a rehearsal dinner or any other group dinner that they decided to have. We usually give 2 or 3 different options for every menu. In case someone in the group is allergic or vegetarian please advice. jpitts, thanks again!!! I was afraid the fixed menu would limit the group to only one dinner selection (with the exception of dietery needs). I can breathe a sigh of relief now. I can work with two, of course three would be better. :-) One less thing to worry about (& I'll probably add 5 more by the end of the day).

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride08 I was going to use the candle holders and rose petals on the dinner tables. Depending on how many we use I may have them use the extras in the Vitrales Room. I'm hoping people will just be dancing in there so I wasn't too concerned about decorations there. As far as the reception, I was thinking the same thing.... I want to concentrate on decorating the dinner tables. I figured that since people will be sitting down, the focus would be more on the table itself (& then maybe the newlyweds ). Does anyone know if the Maya/Lindo has a location where we could have an 'all in one' reception (dinner, dancing, cake cutting, etc)? Besides the Disco, of course! BTW, the maracas look authentic. Good choice!