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    Catalonia Riviera Maya

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

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    Originally Posted by MrsPain2b View Post
    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!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

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    Originally Posted by Amanda1520 View Post
    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!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

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    Originally Posted by koolatta View Post
    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!!!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

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    Originally Posted by Amanda1520 View Post
    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!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

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    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!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

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    Originally Posted by candiekiss View Post
    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!

    Catalonia Riviera Maya

    in Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Cancun & surrounding areas

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    Originally Posted by Morgan View Post
    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!
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