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Wow, thats a gorgeous dress. It doesn't look familiar, but I hope you find it. Good luck.

Lgarner83, I know I have already said this, but I just feel like I need reassurance- That $1800 quoted from your travel agent for Jamaica included hotel & flight per guest?? Is it best to use a travel agent for this? Congratulations on choosing your location!!!! Keep us posted!

Thanks Andrea. That was my question- What does semi-private mean? Can't see private being worth $2000 extra. Hopefully some other Jamaica brides can shed some light on that. I was thinking a buffet style dinner on the beach or by the pool, music for the entire reception. You are right about variety of music, so maybe an iPOD would be best. Guess I will need to find out about that set up. Thanks again.

Just in the preliminary stages of planning here, but......... I have been emailing back and forth with the sales coordinator at RIU and he sent me a list of "extras" which included additional charges, $50 per person to be exact for a private reception. If I go semi-private it is included in my package. My question is, has anyone had a semi-private reception on the beach or poolside?? I am worried about "semi-private". Should I be? Please share your experience. Also, I saw that its $500 per hour for the Reggae Band. Has anyone used the Reggae Band? How was it? My fiance says its a must, but it seems extravagant. What do you think? They also have the option of a Mento Band for $200 per hour. Whats a Mento Band? If you used an iPOD and speakers, how did that work out. Any opinions are appreciated. I love this site!!!!!!

$1800 for 7 nights plus airfare I'm knew to this but I did a preliminary search for 7 nights at Ochos Rios for May and it was $2300, airfare not included so I think that is a good price.....just considering that it includes food, drinks and all. I too am worried about family & friends, but I think this may be the best thing I have found so far price wise. I would LOVE Mexico, but I didn't want to ask people to travel that far either. Anyone know how much the resorts are that are not AI? I love Tensing Pek but no one has called me or emailed me back yet so any guestimates on overall cost would be a big help. Good luck to you.

You look so beautiful! I have been thinking about that as my wedding spot...now I know it would be perfection. Thanks for sharing.

Beautiful!!!! Love the trash the dress photos! Thanks for sharing.

Wow. How could that even happen at all!!! Poor girl. I hope she put up a fight over that. Someone should!

I am still trying to decide on a wedding date & location. I have been doing a lot of research on all inclusive resorts in Jamaica. It seems perfect for us. As soon as I find out about my nursing school acceptance and schedule I will be able to set the date!!! Can't wait!