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Just a little note for NH-brides-to-be, I just got married at the NH on March 19th and everything was wonderful! Mariana, the wedding coordinator was great to work with and she did a wonderful job of bringing my visions to life. I had given her a picture of my flowers and cake that I wanted, and they turned out looking like replicas. Also, I used the resort photographer, Versace. He was AMAZING!! He had alot of really good ideas and was receptive to my ideas as well. He took about 650 pictures on my wedding day. I also did TTD the next day, and was very pleased with the pics that he took. Carmen

Hello Everyone, I just got married in Punta Cana, DR on March 19th. I know that I will have to wait about 3 months to receive my legal paperwork, but I was wondering if I can start writing and using my new name before I get this paperwork I live in Nova Scotia, Canada. Thank you! Carmen

I wonder how much $ each costs (gazebo vs. arch)?

Welcome to the Forum! You will find so much info on here about anything you could dream of! I am getting married on March 19th (very soon!!), and am so thankful I found this site!

I just thought of more questions! What wedding package did you choose?

Love the pics!! Also, thanks for the FYI about the photo price list! What photo package did you choose?

Zilka, I am getting married at the NH on March 19th and am choosing the resort photographer. Are you going to get a private photographer or use the one from the resort?

Quote: Originally Posted by seaprincess I bought one bag of coloured sand and brought to small vases to use to pour- I was pretty much equal parts coloured to beach sand. They never even unwrapped it - I had it wrapped in tissue paper and then in a plastic bag in my carryon. It went through the scanner and that was it. I actually never even saw one person getting stopped at security. At canadian customs they didn't ask me about it and I didn't mention it. The girl was more interested in chatting about us getting married - although I don't think its a problem bringing sand into the country cause I think people do it all the time. If you want to see my frame, check out my wedding pics http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t38085. Well, you made me feel alot better about bringing real sand- thats for sure! I am going to do what I had originally wanted to do- use real sand. Your pics are GREAT!! Your photographer did a wonderful job. When I got to the one of the sand ceremony, I laughed out loud because you have what seemes to be the exact same frame I have. My frame was 'Umbra' brand and it had 4 panes if glass...does that sound familiar?? Also, your flower bouquet was pretty. Was it made of orchids? Thank you so much!

Quote: Originally Posted by seaprincess I just got back from Punta Cana and carried my sand ceremony frame with me on the plane. We used sand from the beach, and I had no problems bringing it on with me- no questions asked! I figured if they had questionned me I would just say we brought the sand with us....I wouldn't worry about it! Thanks for your quick reply! Your profile wedding pic looks really nice Did you use alot of sand from the beach? Or mostly colored sand that you bought? Did the customs people look at it all, or did it just go right through the scanner?

Also, we are getting married in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Hello Everyone, At our wedding we are doing the sand ceremony (with a picture frame). I would like to use some actual sand from the resort, but am worried about customs, and whether they will take it away from us when we try to travel with it. I would prefer to put it in my carry-on so it doesnt get too mixed up, but will put in my big luggage if needed. If it was in my big luggage and I packed the sand really tight, would it get really mixed up? Has anyone had any trouble with customs or security when trying to transport the sand ceremony frame/jar/vase? Your help would be greatly appreciated and will ease my mind! Thank you!

Congrats for your upcoming wedding! I am also getting married there! March19! Have you confirmed everything?

You're right, your pictures are nice and bright, and we have the same wedding time. Thank you You eased my mind!

Hey Everyone, My wedding is coming soon and I am starting to worry a little bit about my wedding time... Our wedding is scheduled for 4:00pm (March 19) and I am worried that it is going to start getting dark while we are trying to take pictures. I wanted my pics to be nice and bright. What time does it get dark I wonder?? What do you think of 4:00? Carmen

Hey Everyone, Just wondering if anyone has used or is going to use the videographer at the resort? Carmen

Irma, Thanks for the quick reply to my questions! I have another one (or two...) that I thought of: How long after your wedding day did you get your pictures from the photographer? Also, what kind of music did you have during the ceremony? Thank you for your help! Carmen

Also Irma, what time of day did you get married?

Also Irma, what time of day did you get married?

Quote: Originally Posted by metravel Hi Jodi, Go to page 30, I have post my review there complete with picture. Irma Yanti's Photos - Weddign Celebration3 | Facebook Irma Yanti's Photos - Professionnel photographes | Facebook Irma Yanti's Photos - Wedding Celebration2 | Facebook Irma Yanti's Photos - Wedding Celebration1 | Facebook http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t14906-30 The cost for extra chair is $3.50 each, cake $5 each person and campagne $10/ botol. Flower and decoration (gazebo) $350 but worth the $$. The hotel and the beach very nice, the food not that bad but out of 17 people only 4 didn't get any diarrhea and trew up. could be from something else not to sure as we all did got Hep A and B injection just incase. Bring lots of pestobismo and bug spray. Make sure ask your guess to order the food in advance if you have the reception in alacarte restaurant to avoid dissaster (our wedding got ruin in the end by the waitress at Sense). Make sure to tell Ana or Elizabeth not to let the DJ gone before your first dance or you will dance only in your balcony. Anymore info let me know Good luck Your pics are beautiful Irma! So that was the resort photographer that took all of them?? Did you find he was good to deal with? I had another question: I seen in some of the pics that there was starfish decorations on the gazebo..were they the resort's decorations or your own? I love starfish! I am getting married in just over a month now! MArch 19th is coming fast! Carmen

Hey Everyone, I recently saw some pictures of a couple 'trashing' the dress...I was wondering if anyone has ever done this themselves, and what did you think of it? For people who haven't done it, what do you think of it? I wonder if the ocean water would ruin the dress? Your feedback and opinions would be great! Carmen

Hey Everyone, I have written Elizabeth a few emails with some questions, but she never writes back! In October when I was confirming my wedding, she would write back to me in a matter of hours, which is why I dont understand why she isnt writing back AT ALL..? I send the emails to the "mtngs" address, and also she had given me a gmail address when the mtngs one was broken, so I could still communicate with her. What address do you guys use? And, have you been having problems like me? All I wanted to ask her is if we have to pay cash or credit for the wedding package and pictures. Thanks! Any help would be appreciated! Carmen

January 2009 Erin & Martin: January 13, 2009 - EdenH Real Arena Lindsay & Jamie : January 28, 2009 - Grande Palladium Bavaro Chantal & Sheldon: January 30, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana February 2009 Michele & Jo: February 18, 2009 - Edenh Real Arena Theresa & Stan: February 20, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana March 2009 Marisa & Don: March 10, 2009 - EdenH Real Arena Carmen & Donovan: March 19, 2009 - EdenH Real Arena Nuc Med Bride & FI: March 19, 2009 - Gran Bahia Principe April 2009 Mamie & Joshua: April 2, 2009 - Bavaro Princess Kim & Chris: April 4, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Raquel & Dominick: April 17, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Jennifer & Eliu: April 18, 2009 - Paradisus Palma Real Nancy & Kenny: April 23, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Brittany and Jay: April 23, 2009 (I think) - Occidental Grand Michelle & Jeff: April 24, 2009 - Meliá Caribe Tropical DRBride2009: April 24, 2009 - Meliá Caribe Tropical Aliya & Joey: April 24, 2009 - Riu Palace, Punta Cana Shannon & Dave: April 30, 2009 - Melia Caribe Tropical Christi88 & FI: April 30, 2009 - Eden Real May 2009 Shawn & Jeremy: May 2009 - Punta Cana (Still deciding on resort) Yadira & Alexander: May 2, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Eliu & Jennifer, MAY 3, 2009 - Paradisus Palma Real Velvet & James: May 8, 2009 - Riu Palace Punta Cana jhildebr: May 11, 2009 - Majestic Elegance Jennifer & Adam: May 11, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Karen & Anthony: May 12 2009 - Ocean Sand Punta Cana Meagan & Jeff: May 15, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Jessica & Omar: May 22, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Kristen & Craig: May 22, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Sam & Sarah: May 27, 2009 - Majestic Colonial June 2009 melnb & FI: June 2009 - Paradisius FYB87 & FI: June 2009 - Resort undecided Vanessa & Hugo: June 19, 2009 - Paradisus Palma Real Katy & Will: June 20, 2009 - Occidental Grand Rosanne & Alex: June 24, 2009- Dreams Punta Cana July 2009 Kylie & Chris: July 1, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Amber & Seth: July 2, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana Nadia & Julian: July 3, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana Jenn & Chris: July 31, 2009 - Riu Palace, Punta Cana August 2009 Shannon & Rich: August 5, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana c & d: August 15, 2009 - Majestic Colonia, Punta Cana September 2009 Clare & Ross: September 7, 2009 - Ocean Blue (date to be confirmed) Chris & Martin: September 9, 2009 - Ocean Blue (date to be confirmed) Kenya & Eddie Sept. 12, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Kim & Jason September 18, 2009 - Dreams Palm Beach Kristy & Vince: September 19, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana October 2009 Carmen & Tiny: October 09, 2009 - Punta Cana (Still deciding on resort Jeannie & Jorge: October 10, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Jen & Dave: October 10, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Angela & Jason: October 20, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Jenny & Matthew: October 27, 2009 - Melia Caribe Tropical November 2009 Veronica & Paul: November 5, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Leslie & Gerry: November 16, 2009- Majestic Colonial December 2009 Julie and Rob: December 4, 2009 - Grand Palladium Punta Cana January 2010 Nicole & Michael: January 23, 2010 - Bavaro Princess Lisa & Adam: January 2010, Dreams Punta Cana Amber & Dan: January 2010, Majestic Colonial March 2010 Jennifer & Cory March 13 2010- Palma Real Punta Cana July 2010 Lynette and Darnel July 13, 2010 - Dreams Punta Cana

December 2008 Miriam & Herman: December 5, 2008 - Bavaro Princess, Punta Cana Taude & Jay: December 10, 2008 - Iberostar Bavaro, Punta Cana Tracy & John: December 11, 2008 - Melia Caribe Tropical Kyle & Daina: December 12, 2008 - Dreams Punta Cana January 2009 Jelena and Bojan: January 3, 2009 - EdenH Arena Michael and Nicole: January 8, 2009 - EdenH Real Arena Heidi & Derek: January 10, 2009 - Colony Bay Resort Punta Cana Erin & Martin: January 13, 2009 - EdenH Real Arena Lindsay & Jamie : January 28, 2009 - Grande Palladium Bavaro Chantal & Sheldon: January 30, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana February 2009 Michele & Jo: February 18, 2009 - Edenh Real Arena Theresa & Stan: February 20, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana March 2009 Don & Marisa: March 10, 2009 - edenH Real Arena Carmen & Donovan: March 19, 2009- Edenh Real Arena Nuc Med Bride & FI: March 19, 2009 - Gran Bahia Principe April 2009 Mamie & Joshua: April 2, 2009 - Bavaro Princess Kim & Chris: April 4, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Raquel & Dominick: April 17, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Jennifer & Eliu: April 18, 2009 - Paradisus Palma Real Nancy & Kenny: April 23, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Brittany and Jay: April 23, 2009 (I think) - Occidental Grand Michelle & Jeff: April 24, 2009 - Meliá Caribe Tropical DRBride2009: April 24, 2009 - Meliá Caribe Tropical Aliya & Joey: April 24, 2009 - Riu Palace, Punta Cana Shannon & Dave: April 30, 2009 - Melia Caribe Tropical Christi88 & FI: April 30, 2009 - Eden Real May 2009 Shawn & Jeremy: May 2009 - Punta Cana (Still deciding on resort) Yadira & Alexander: May 2, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Velvet & James: May 8, 2009 - Riu Palace Punta Cana jhildebr: May 11, 2009 - Majestic Elegance Jennifer & Adam: May 11, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Karen & Anthony: May 12 2009 - Ocean Sand Punta Cana Meagan & Jeff: May 15, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Jessica & Omar: May 22, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana Kristen & Craig: May 22, 2009 - Paradisus Punta Cana June 2009 melnb & FI: June 2009 - Paradisius FYB87 & FI: June 2009 - Resort undecided Vanessa & Hugo: June 19, 2009 - Paradisus Palma Real Katy & Will: June 20, 2009 - Occidental Grand July 2009 Amber & Seth: July 2, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana Nadia & Julian: July 3, 2009 - Excellence Punta Cana Jenn & Chris: July 31, 2009 - Riu Palace, Punta Cana August 2009 Melanie & Joe: August 3, 2009 - Majestic Colonial, Punta Cana Shannon & Rich: August 5, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana cgf: August 2009 - Iberostar Bavaro, Punta Cana (date & resort to be confirmed) September 2009 Clare & Ross: September 7, 2009 - Ocean Blue (date to be confirmed) Chris & Martin: September 9, 2009 - Ocean Blue (date to be confirmed) Kristy & Vince: September 19, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana October 2009 Jeannie & Jorge: October 10, 2009 - Dreams Punta Cana Jen & Dave: October 10, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Angela & Jason: October 20, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Jenny & Matthew: October 27, 2009 - Melia Caribe Tropical November 2009 Veronica & Paul: November 5, 2009 - Majestic Colonial Punta Cana Leslie & Gerry: November 16, 2009- Majestic Colonial December 2009 Julie and Rob: December 4, 2009 - Grand Palladium Punta Cana January 2010 Nicole & Michael: January 23, 2010 - Bavaro Princess

Jessy, Your hair looks great!! And your new profile pic is beautiful! Are you going to post some more pictures?

The email that I use to contact the coordinator is [email protected] I have had good luck with using that email address and Elizabeth usually writes back within a few days. When are you getting married? Quote: Originally Posted by uspoiledme Hi, Carmen. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding at Edenh Real. It's such a beautiful resort. I have been trying to decide between the Edenh Real and Paradisus Punta Cana, but I'm having a hard time getting information from the wedding coordinator at Edenh. Any ideas?