prairiegirl

welcome welcome!!

Sarah... I have actually been in contact from a girl in Manitoba who got married there too... and she too.. said it was as easy as taking the documents (marraige certificate) to the 'courthouse' when she got home... I am wondering if at 'one time' all the paper work (birth certificates were needed.. prior to passports being almost manditory....) but right now I am waiting for my resort to respond about details... SO I'm guessin it's whatever the resort says... some want all the birth certificates and some don't... as long as it is considered LEGAL down there.. it'll be fine up here... As I understand it the birth certificates need to translated to spanish from english prior to be sent to Mexican Consulate, get the 'frame size' as it is not as long as the 'long form' and would be less $$ to translate. I found a translator (certifided) at the University... I looked under 'translator' in the yellow pages and found "Association of Translators and Interpreters of Sask" contacted them and I got in contact with a certifided translator... Then make sure you have the 'three business days' in Mexico for you and your wintnesses covered and is should all be good. congrats, and good luck! nicky.

p.s. if your not happy with the snorkeling...Xel-ha (ecological park) is only a $5 cab ride down the road.. with amazing snorkeling for about $70US (includes all food and drink)

I was at EDSS about 2 years ago and am going back to be married there.... The beach at EDSS isn't the fine sand you find in playa.. it is a coral sand.. so it is a little more course on the feet. Therer are tones of fish.. we went out every morning, stand about waist deep in the water and would feed them bread or banana.. and the fish just swarm around you... also while sitting on the beach we saw a baracuda jump in the water.. 'yikes' but if you have your own snorkel equiment would be best as the flag was only green one day where we were then allowed to use them.. Now with that said... IT IS the most romantic resort ever! We loved it.. it is small.. there was beach drink (and lunch) service... even the 'lowest' rom category was fantastic.. jacuzzi (sp) in every room.. and the hammocks are to die for. There isn't much activies.. but the beach beds ( you may have to run out and reserve them early) especially the ones that swing in the wind are out of this world.. One note... if your only going for a couple days.. may all your evening eating reservations ASAP... as it can be hard to get in. Mia Casa (italian) is the best! Maybe even 'pre reserve' (via email them) for you first night.. it'll really set the tone!! good luck! and don't worry...

thanks everyone!! It really seeems to vary... but I do feel better that if I do have to do all the paperwork (birthcertificate translation, etc) that the consulate replys in a timely manner... thanks so much.. you have all put my mind at ease... I am in contact with the wedding planner, trying to get 'my resorts' requirement...

Hi everyone.. if there are any Saskatchewan brides who got married in Mexico (mayan) please walk me through the process of paper work. We don not have a travel agent or wedding planner.. we are doing it all on our own. I have some infor from the wedding co-ordinator at the resort, but I want to ensure I have all my paperwork in order (birth certificates ordered, translated, etc) I only have 4 months, if someone can walk me through the process I would be very grateful... thanks, Nicole & Owen

Hi I'm just ahead of you ... we get married Feb 6 at EDSS. I have been there before and it is paradise...

Hi everyone... My name is Nicole Gagne and I am newly engaged (for about 8 days) :-) And I already have our wedding planned for Feb 6, 2009 at El Dorado Seaside.... just booking the flights tomorrow... I look forward to sharing info and stories. Nicole & Owen soon to be Mr & Mrs Anderson!