jerzshortstuff

So sorry to hear about your loss. Try to hang in there during this rough time! I can't imagine the stress you are going through right now. I wish there was a way to help! Good luck!

I was just wondering... which photographers offer a *cheap* package?

We are not set on any particular resort since it will all be based on pricing for us. I meant vacation, as in the time you were at the resort for your wedding/honeymoon. From what it seems, you book your wedding date before you book your actual trip(vacation) with the resort? We are looking at the end of April/beginning of May so hopefully we won't run into too many problems since we aren't booked yet lol! The actual date doesn't matter since we are doing legal stuff here before we go. I guess I am being way too laid back about the whole thing hehe.... Thank you so much for your help!

I was just wondering how far in advance is recommended for booking a destination wedding and hotel. I asked my travel agent for prices for next April but she said they weren't available yet. I see people posting they have their wedding dates booked for next year already, so I was just wondering how far in advance should everything be booked. And do you book your vacation before you confirm your wedding date? Also, how many days did you get married (or plan on getting married) after you arrived at your resort? We are thinking about doing all of the legal stuff here before we go, but I didn't know if people usually waited a few days before their actual wedding day. Sorry for so many questions but I am feeling a little lost!

Quote: Originally Posted by ebredhawk the april/may time frame is perfect in PC! we got married the day after clairisse and like she said, it was gorgeous there. it's probably hard to escape the humidity, but that's what the pool and ocean are for! any time after Easter (the end of "high season") is probably going to be great. I see your wedding date was in April.... we are looking at going right after Easter since I will have a paid week off from teaching. I have to go talk to a travel agent for prices, but hopefully the weather will be nice! Thanks so much everyone!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by aella Hey ladies!!! My fiance and I are getting married in Punta Cana next March and Ocean Blue has made it to our top 3. I was reading the reviews on trip advisor and they were making me a little nervous but everyone on here seems very positive about it! ANY information anyone can share would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks in advance! I have looked at Trip Advisor as well for many resorts I was interested in and came to the following conclusion: people will be more likely to post when they have something to complain about then when the have a great stay. I wouldn't let the Trip Advisor reviews sway your opinions on each resort. I would definitely ask people who have been there before about their experiences. Also, if you have a travel agent, I am sure they will be able to help you as well! Good luck!

I was just wondering if anyone has been to Punta Cana for a wedding or vacation in April or May, and what the weather was like. I am a teacher so I am trying to accommodate my wedding with my vacation days from work. I am a little nervous. One of the main reasons we are getting married away is so we can be married on the beach. I know the weather is never guaranteed, but was hoping some of you could add your input. Also, if it has rained on your wedding day, what did you do (or what would you do)? Thanks in advance!

Quote: Originally Posted by Debs Sure! Pics of the resort Punta Cana 2008 pictures from friends & fun photos on webshots wedding: Wedding Pro Pics pictures from friends & fun photos on webshots TTD: Trash the Dress pictures from friends & fun photos on webshots Have fun!! Thanks so much! your photos look incredible! Sorry for the millions of questions.... but who did your photography?

I am very visual. So I have made a chart comparing things that were important to me at each resort I was interested in such as resort price, wedding cost, if outside photographers were allowed, adult only/family friendly, etc. Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by Debs Just wanted to jump in and say hey to all the new and prospective OB brides!! My wedding was 2 years ago now, but I cannot say enough what an awesome experience the whole thing was. If you want to see my review (with pics), it's in my siggy. Take care ladies!! Def sounds like a great place! I am liking it even more after reading your review! Do you have anymore photos? The link on your review only shows 6 pictures. Thanks so much for your help!

I was looking into the Barcelo resorts as well... specifically the Barcelo Bavaro Palace Deluxe. The reviews on tripadvisor go both ways. People have said that if you go, stay at the Palace Deluxe because that is the newest section. I would love any opinions or reviews from people who have been there as well! Thanks!

do you know how much their packages run for weddings and what they include?

Thanks girls! Such a huge help!

You girls are the best! Thank you so much for your help!

Quote: Originally Posted by tracy0716 The Paradisus Palma Real and Paradisus Punta Cana offer a complimentary wedding package when you book either 5 nights in the reserve or 7 nights in royal service. The package includes: -a symbolic ceremony -some decor -bride's bouquet -groom's boutonniere -a dinner reservation for 6 guests -wedding cake -other special amenities for the bride and groom All of the info is listed on their website. We're taking advantage of this package since we're staying in RS. The hotel is charging $15 for each extra chair for the ceremony. We added a cocktail hour and made our reception a private dinner. Overall, this saved us roughyl $1,600!!!! I hope this helps. Good luck with your search! Thanks! I will definitely check it out! I have been looking for awhile but we recently just decided on a date (well we have the month and year) and I just feel like there are so many places and packages, that it is hard to search through them all. With so many brides on here, I figured I'd give it a shot and ask for a little help! Thank you again!

Quote: Originally Posted by Alliecat023 Do any of you ladies have information on the wedding packages & prices? I couldnt find anything on their website. I am trying to decide between a few different resorts & it's going to come down to how much the wedding is going to cost. Thanks for your help! [email protected] Yea, the price will be the deciding factor for us as well. If anyone has info or pics please email me at [email protected] Also, someone mentioned mosquito's? Did anyone have a problem with that?

I don't know if there is a post on here about this and I have been looking through the threads... but since many of you have already booked your hotels for your weddings I figured I'd ask. Are there any resorts that offer a "free wedding" package? I know some places offer a free wedding if you book a certain amount of nights or something. We are just trying to find the best deal possible since we would like to save money when possible. We will only have a small number of guests staying with us, and we are either going to do a symbolic or ROV ceremony since we will take care of the legalities before we leave (I am not sure what the difference is between symbolic and ROV ceremonies are). I am just trying to see which places seem to offer the best deals. Do any current or previous brides have any suggestions? Thanks in advance! This site has been really helpful!

Quote: Originally Posted by saint1984 thanks ladies, I was reading some other post and found a thread that list reputable TA just a little overwhelmed with all the choices. I'm so use to booking things online. Yea I was going to try and do things myself, but I am starting to think it will be easier to go through a TA. They can usually get better deals and upgrades. Also, if you have guests coming, it will be easier to direct them to the TA to book which they might find less stressful. Also, some TA's will give you a deal if you have x amount of rooms booked! Good luck and happy planning!

Do the weddings book up fast here? I see someone booked for next March... and we are looking at next April, but we can't make any decisions until the prices are released since that will be the deciding factor for us. If we wait a few months to book, will it be too late?

Quote: Originally Posted by Terrian925 Hi Alliecat023 & jerzshortstuff I sent you ladies some info & pics I got from the WC. Hope it helps answer some of your questions Terri Thank you soooo much!

this sounds like a great idea! can someone pm me a price list as well?

Quote: Originally Posted by skeeler My husband and I just got back from our wedding at DPB and it was amazing. You chose right! The beach is amazing, white, sandy, goes on for miles! Melani is absolutly AMAZING. She is personable, kind, reassuring, very organized and calm! She made our day fantastic! We went to DLR for our honeymoon and really missed DPB, the beach wasn't as nice, and neither were the bathrooms in the preffered club! The photo's were amazing at DPB too, with such a gorgous background. We used HDC photography, they were fantastic. Sarah Thanks! I am definitely leaning more towards DPB. Did you find the preferred club worth the extra cost?

congrats and enjoy your honeymoon!

welcome to the forum! so nice of you to help your friend!

I heard about this change. I wonder what it will be like. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing photos and hearing reviews from people who go there, since we have yet to decide on a date/resort!