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Here are the pics again if you want to see them: octaviomontes.com lower left corner in the User name box, type: chaya You MUST click GO to see the pics

Quote: Originally Posted by MrsPain2b Oh that sounds brilliant Hulaqt thats for the tip I will look into Octavio. Did he digitally re-touch the photo's as well? Although what a complete bargain regardless! Hi Sally I have just emailed you, thanks for that! Vicky x He must have b/c all of the photos he took were unbelievable! He was with us for a couple of hours and then sent us a link via email of ALL of the photos. He then met us at the airport in Cancun to drop off all the printed photos plus the CD full of high-resolution images that we could print!

HI Everyone! I would highly recommend Octavio Montes for your photographer. He is based out of Cancun and makes the drive to the Cat! We had so much fun with him and he took amazing photos! Plus, he only charged us $250!!!! we got HUNDREDS of photos back!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Amanda1520 That sounds awesome! I'm trying to find a fun excursion to bring all of our guests on the day before the wedding. Do you think this would be the type of tour everyone would like or something we should save for the 2 of us? Yes - However, only if your group is adventurous. The ziplining is high above the jungles - we had a 9-yr old part of our group and he had a blast! Another great trip was Xel-ha - it's an eco-park...siteseeing, tubing, snorkeling, cliff jumping, etc! Both are GREAT!

One more thing - we did the Tulum Experience - zip lining, rapelling, cenote snorkeling and Tulum Ruins - 100 percent RECOMMENDED! Marcel was our tour guy and he was awesome!!!! You can book it at the hotel.

Quote: Originally Posted by koolatta Thanks Morgan. Yes, I'm thinking of getting extra center pieces for the tables and flowers for the BM's and one to put in their hair. Did you guys get your BM's flowers (if you had any)? I ordered flowers for my hair - white lillies ... I got 5 flowers and it cost me $5! I also asked for something a little different than what they showed in the book and wasn't charged anything extra. Again, within FIVE minutes, we had our entire wedding planned!!!

Yes, we did the renewal of vows (married legally in the states right before we left). We chose to walk to Luis Miguel (BEAUTIFUL!!!). Elena has it there. Cora is still there and an absolute DOLL!!!

Octavio's site is back up and running: Cancun Wedding Photographer Riviera Maya photographers user name: chaya

Quote: Originally Posted by Amanda1520 Congrats to the two of you!! Glad to hear everything went well and you had a great time. Quick question, I'm debating between a private reception and the one offered with the package. We are having about 30 guests at our reception and I didn't know if a reception in one of the restaraunts would accomodate our number of guests. I know it was only you and your husband, but based on your experience what is your opinion? I was thinking if they were able to reserve the whole terrace then that wouldn't be so bad. I'm just having a hard time justifying spending $55p/p for a private reception when everyone is already paying for the all inclusive. I know that the price also includes set up and stuff but I'm just torn and it's hard to decide without ever being there. Thanks and Congrats again! Thanks!!! Re: reception... There's so much wasted space - terrace outside of Bellavista and the terrace below Le Creperie...I wouldn't suggest a reception in the buffets. So, if you could - see if you can reserve the terrace outside of Bellavista - that's where we had our dinner and again - it was completely private and closed off to the public - our waiter, Eddie, was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Also - it is quite muggy outside, but the view is breathtaking and you don't even care about the humidity!

Hi Catbrides!!! We just got back from our fabulous trip and amazing wedding!!!! I have to calm all of your nerves by saying - they did a great job and everything went so smoothly! The minute we checked it, I met with Marisol and Elena ... we picked out our flowers (bouqet, boutinerre, table flowers and flowers for my hair). I wanted something a little different than they had in the book and it was no problem! The flowers were gorgeous. We also chose our music, Elena printed out the script (we did a symbolic ceremony) and arranged our dinner. For the dinner: We chose Bellevista (Italian restaurant) - the reserved the entire terrace for us which overlooked the ocean - candles, our flowers, champagne, etc. They also served our cake there too. I think I forgot to mention we eloped, so it was just the two of us! Lastly - we hired Octavio Montes out of Cancun - highly recommend him! He was wonderful to work with and the photos turned out awesome!... here's the link to our pix: Account has been suspended - H-Sphere Password (lower left corner): chaya Let me know if you have any questions!

ANNOYED!!!!!!!!!!!!! I sent in my script for my vows and I received a message from Elena saying that she will only read the hotel script and if I want my script read, I have to hire a minister or have a family read it! Didn't someone on this thread have Elena read their script?

My wedding date is fast approaching ... July 9! I'm planning on having the ceremony on beach - can anyone tell me if they wore shoes or not during the ceremony? Kind of a silly question - but I must plan accordingly TIA

Quote: Originally Posted by candiekiss Hey ladies, I don't know if this is the right resort but if so this is a fantastic deal!! Special Offer from CheapCaribbean.com: How HOT is this deal? 1 2 3 4 5 6 $49 -- Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Beachfront Resort* new Mexican Riviera Top 20 deal - sells out quickly! Travel dates: Select dates through July By Lynn Nugent Travelzoo Staff For just $49 per night, stay beachfront in Mexico at the Catalonia Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort. That's at least 50% OFF regular rates. Kids ages six and under stay and eat FREE. Valid for travel through July, this deal is especially impressive for July dates when it's prime summer vacation. Book by June 3 or until rooms sell out. The per person price includes the following: * All meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks * Daily shuttle service to Playa Del Carmen (about 20 minutes away) * One scuba diving lesson at the pool * All taxes and gratuities This resort, with its own private beach, offers good snorkeling, a great kids program, and free bike rental. It also shares privileges with its neighboring sister property. Between the two resorts there are six eateries, seven bars, five swimming pools and a nightclub. There's a nine-hole golf course located just across the street (not affiliated with the resort). The Catalonia Riviera Maya gets great reviews by past guests on many online travel sites. For more details on the resort and this deal, click here to visit CheapCaribbean.com. To book online: -- Click the above link. Scroll down and click where it says "Book Now" under the Catalina Riviera Maya. -- On the following page, see an orange box on the left that says "Book This Hotel." To book the resort without airfare, click the "Hotel Only" tab. -- Enter your travel dates. -- The price that appears is for two people based on double occupancy (so $98 per night). To book by phone: Call CheapCaribbean.com at 800-915-2322 and mention Travelzoo. I know - I booked a couple of months ago and could have saved over $500 for the total package .... who could have predicted the Swine Flu!

Does anyone know how much it costs for a day pass? I'm hiring a photographer (not part of the resort) and I believe I read somewhere that I need to get him a day pass - Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan i posted their website in this thread. I was not impressed. It depends on how much you care about photography. I know if I was eloping I'd use that as an opportunity to do some really cool photography after the wedding, because their are no guests to tend to. There are cheaper phtoographers that are better than the hotel's company. Thanks, Morgan - Do you have the sites/emails for the "cheaper photographers" you mentioned? Or can you please direct me to a thread with them! Thanks again for all of your posted info!

Has anyone used the hotel photographer?? Marisol gave me this email address and I've sent two emails with NO response ([email protected]) We are eloping and just need a small photography package - anyone have any advice??

Here is the WC's email addy: [email protected] I was emailing Elena but just last week got an email from Marisol - both have been very easy to work with and very responsive! Good luck! Does anyone have photos of the bouquets that are available for the Renewal package??

Hi Ladies!!! I just got confirmation on our July 9, 2009 wedding date a 4PM! So far, Elena has been AMAZING at responding, answering questions, etc!!! Thanks again for everyone's posted info - it really has helped me plan!!!