Quote: Originally Posted by BeachyIrishBride Hi msemi305 (Marcie?)
Its great that you were able to book your dates! I've had the same thing happen before when I went to book a trip many years back and didn't have flexible dates. I am actually getting married at RIU Palace in Punta Cana and am just waiting for the rates to become available in May/June. I spoke with a representative from RIU on the phone a couple weekends ago and he mentioned that the rates from 2009 for the same months probably won't increase too much for 2010 dates - especially with the economic downfall. I was looking at different flights because not all our guests will come for an entire week and Air Canada (if you're in Edmonton) seems to have a lot of flights scheduled but supposedly there is a possibility they will go bankrupt.
Anyhow, I'm actually an event planner/designer in Ottawa so am doing lots of unique things for my own wedding. If you need any ideas or good resources let me know, I'd be happy to help!
Marcie. Hey Beachy Irish Bride...
Yeah I am hoping that the rates go down...it would be super awesome if they did but only time will tell. As for Air Canada going bankrupt I just can't see that happening...they are or only major airline and if they did it would affect so many cities that companies like West Jet don't travel, it should be interesting. I am an event planner as well I would love to see some of your idea and such...and always looking for unique ideas...
Cheers