soon2bemsleblanc

Tks Eureka!! Yes, our colors were pink and orange, I just loved the way the bridesmaids Watermelon dresses popped againist the ocean, it was gorgeous. Your idea of different colors of Gerber dasies sounds so pretty...it will look amazing!! I'm not sure I can help with the getting legally married in Mexico part, we married ourselves here in Colorado and had the symbolic ceremony in Cancun. During our ceremony, our minister still had us sign a certificate so guests wouldn't be wondering, which was nice. He was the BEST, he had so many beautiful things to say and everyone was blown away by him. The best advice I can give to future brides is its YOUR wedding day...everything will fall into place despite what you think. Walkiing down the aisle was truly the best moment of my life (I cried!) so cherish that moment. You'll remember it for the rest of your life!!!

Hi all Moon Palace Brides!! We are finally back from our destination wedding and I couldn't be more happy about how everything turned out. The resort was beautiful and the weather was perfect. Our beach wedding was magical and I can't wait to receive our pro pictures and DVD. Future brides....you will have the time of your life so enjoy!!! PS: Order a Mexican coffee...the presentation was awesome!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Camie78 One thing to note soon2bemsleblanc, (and I am not sure if this fits your scenario) is that we had to bring a copy of our marriage certificate in order to get 'married' in Mexico (we had the Catholic ceremony). So there were two waiting periods for us which really surprised me: 1. A 3-day waiting period after we applied for our marriage license before we could get married. 2. After the 3-day waiting period, we got married and then it was about 3 weeks until we got our marriage certificate. If this situation applies to you, then you will want to get married in the US sometime in June. Camie Hi Camie, I asked Rosy about this and she said since we are doing the symbolic ceremony, all we need are our ID's! Thanks for the heads-up though...that could have been a big mess!!!

Camie, thanks for the list of good and bad decisions. I would also love to see the swine flu shirts you made! Eureaka and Tina, we are also getting married before we leave. Our plane departs on July 9th, so we are going to get hitched on 7-8-09. The blood test really turned me off to that whole thing. And its a secret to our guests...my mom would FREAK if she found out! Nibsmom, hopefully you hear back from your WC soon about moving your time. I will keep my fingers crossed for you!!

congrats...sounds amazing! can't wait to see pictures!!

thanks for sharing! I almost decided to get married at the Surfrider, its so beautiful!

great news...thanks for sharing!!

Hey ladies! I just wanted to share some uplifting information relating to the swine flu. We had some guests back out due to the scare and therefore did not reach our 10 rooms required for the complimentary private cocktail reception. I emailed my WC Rosy Lily about this and asked if it was possible to still receive this. Just heard back from her and she said YES, she will be able to provide us with this!!! This is a huge relief for us and also a reminder that it never hurts to ask!! Take that swine flu...

Quote: Originally Posted by Camie78 I am so sorry - I feel your pain totally. For peace of mind, there is a very nice doctor's office on the Nizuc side that is open 24 hours a day and it is $80 for per office visit. I only knew of one person who went there during our stay... There was a woman who was in her mid-50's who was super drunk on our wedding night (she was not part of our crew) at the Sunrise lobby bar. The lobby bar is a sunken area and she tried to step up onto the main walkway in-between some planters (short cut to the bathroom) and she missed a step, fell and broke both of her arms. My husband and BIL helped her up and away she went to the doctor's office and then hospital. We saw her on the beach 2 days later in a wheelchair with hot pink casts. That's horrible...but kinda funny too! I'll have to avoid the hot pink casts for the wedding!!

Thanks for the post Camie. I also believe the swine flue has been blown WAY WAY out of proportion...its really irritating My sister and also MOH is on the fence about coming and bringing her 2 year old baby. She says she doesn't want him to get sick in Mexico because of the health care there being so poor. I have ran out of come backs to all of her arguements so I really don't know whats going to happen. Anyway...less than two months to go!

congrats Amanda and happy planning!!

Congrats and happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by Camie78 Horse carriage ride... I think it came down to me just not being into the whole fairytale type wedding and being the center of attention. Personal preference - I just didn't need all the hoop-la with it I guess. I totally get that...I get nervous just thinking about it. Thanks for the advice on the cake...I was debating between small and large and now I know I can go with the small and it will be fine. Can't wait to see more pictures from your wedding!

Quote: Originally Posted by nibsmom MP also told us there is a three day minimum, but our travel agent worked it and I have a few guests only staying for two. So, maybe something can be worked out for just one night. I was wondering about the rose petals as well...I would like to do a pink/orange color too! Our colors are pink and orange too! My fiancee loves orange and my bridesmaids are wearing Watermelon colored dresses from Davids Bridal! I just sent a request to our WC about orange and pink rose petals.

Quote: Originally Posted by TinaM2b Camie and all recent brides, I will probably have more questions but would like your opinion. We are going down with a crew of party people. We originally chose the Sunrise side since that is where most of the bars/dance places are but I really think I would prefer the new Grand side or Nizuk. How much of a hike is it to each of the areas? How bout at night? How many bars and do you know the hours are there in the Grand section? I know about the Roof Top Bar, I was actually thinking of everyone meeting for happy hour there on Friday night. Our biggest nights with friends are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and I was thinking of listing meetings places in my brochure for Thursday and Friday. Any other suggestions on places to meet a crew of people? another question.... Do cell phones work in Mexico? We have Sprint. Hi Tina! I also have Sprint and just recently called them to ask about service in Mexico. They told me my phone will work but it will cost me $1.69 per minute!! Yikes!!!!

Great review Camie! Thank you so much for all the advice about tipping, where to eat, and how to plan for our pre-wedding meeting. Our dinner reception is also at the Venado Terrace and I'm happy to hear the scenery is all we need without spending the extra $$$. Your so funny about Lilly keeping you on track except with the drinking (I'll probably be the same way). I love your idea to bring a drink mixing book and mugs!! Sorry to hear you didn't like the horse carriage..any particular reason why? How did your lop-sided cake turn out? Your pictures of the grand side look amazing...I want to stay on that side now. Is that where you stayed? Congrats newlywed!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Camie78 Hi Ladies, We had our wedding yesterday and everything went perfectly. I'll write the review as soon as I get back. I've taken lots and lots of pictures of everything and will be sure to share those as well. The resort is currently running at about 35% occupancy which means there are no issues finding chairs by the pool and getting quick service. The downfall of the low occupancy is that MP has decided to cut costs by closing the disco (they actually said it is closed for maint but we believe it just isn't economically feasible to keep it open when there are so few people). They have also closed one of the pool bar restauant but the other restaurant is not far and any of the wait staff will take your order and deliver your food. We've also heard that their occupancy is going to be even less next week - it's crazy the effect the media has had (swine flu blowout). Moon Palace Grand is amazing. Switch your reservations to that side if you can. Camie Congrats Camie...can't wait to see pictures!!! That's crazy about the low occupancy but you can't complain about quick service. Stupid swine flu...hopefully it blows over soon.

congrats KC! I am also a Moon Palace bride2be....happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by Camie78 Yep, we leave next Wednesday @ 9am and I am super excited. It's extremely hard to concentrate at work or on anything really. I just want to be in Cancun with my fruity drink or mojito laying on the beach. Only 5 more days... tick, tock, tick, tock. Just wanted to wish you good luck! Hope everything works out and you have your dream wedding! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back!

congrats kate and happy planning!!

im so so sorry girlie...keep your head up and remember your marrying the love of your life!

congrats and happy planning!!

Quote: Originally Posted by NJ Hunnie HI MP Brides, does anyone have pics of the ceremony set up on the beach? and how much did it cost for the extras? NJ Hunnie - if you read CutieRosie's wedding review she has pictures of the beach set up along with prices. There are also some pictures posted on this thread awhile back. Hope that helps!

Congrats Marie!!! Your pictures are gorgeous...I can't wait to work with David at our wedding. I love the one with you two on the beach with the birds in the sky. Thanks for sharing!

thats awesome...love it!