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welcome! as the other ladies have mentioned this is the best place on earth to plan a destination wedding

Quote: Originally Posted by msglave Also, for ladies who planned to use Tiffany chairs-Jesmcan, I know you were- my WC said she doesn't think they are available anymore. You might want to check with the resort. uuggghhh of course lol well you know from what the other ladies have said I think I am just not going to sweat it for now lol. I think everything changes daily. When it get closer to my date I armed with my e-mails that have everything in writing. What can we do you know

Quote: Originally Posted by RunningBride24 Hey ladies! I've been trolling around here for way too long so I thought I'd introduce myself. My name is Nikki and I'm getting married at The Royal on October 10th. I'm a little concerned about the time of there ceremony. It's supposed to be 6pm but I would like to move it forward. Does anyone know what time the sun sets in October? I don't want to miss the sunset but don't want it to get dark too soon or worse, during the ceremony. Thanks so much in advance! Everyone has been SO much help already! Hi Nikki yay!!!!! for posting and as you already know ask away and these girls are the best resource evvvveeerrr by the way did your dress come in yet?

I started before I was officially engaged to welcome and you chose the best resource ever for a destination wedding

Quote: Originally Posted by bridetobe1515 I also am curious about this. I asked it a while back, but nobody responded. Here is some info I found, not sure if it is true or not: Makeup artist or Hair Stylists - You don't have to tip them if they come to you. If you go to the salon, then you should tip them 15%. Why you ask, well the salon makes the money, not the individual. If you have received a good job, and you would tip normally, then go ahead. DJ - If your DJ owns the company then the tip is optional but if the DJ is an employee $50-100.00. If you have 2 DJs (DJ & MC), give each person $50.00 in separate envelopes. When your guests rave about your reception later, it's the DJ that had everything to do with the fun. Photographer and Videographer - If these vendors own the company, then the tip is optional. If they are employees $50.00 goes to the main photographer and he/she can give a split to the assistant. Officiant - To tip them is to trivialize their profession and extremely bad etiquette. Generally you pay your fee and that's it. If you wish to make a financial contribution to the church, you can do that separately. Florist - You don't need to tip the florist for making your arrangements but you can tip them an extra $5.00 per delivery location (3 locations=$15.00) or $10-20.00 per staff member in one lump sum, for set-up and delivery. Your Wedding Coordinator - If this vendor owns the company, then the tip is optional. If they are an employee = $50.00 Ceremony or Reception Musicians - $5-10/hr per person, in one lump sum given to the person in charge. Again, I don't know that you need to tip all of these people, it is just what I saw online. On another note...I am having a horrible morning and need to vent. Someone used those little black box things on our ATM card and we got taken to the cleaners They took all of our wedding money. The bank is saying they will refund it but they need to investigate first. I told them that I leave in 12 days and they really need to get on this fast! Just what I need now, more stress. Hold onto your ATM's ladies...they are NOT SAFE!!! OMG I am so sorry! don't worry hang in there the bank with definetly figure this out quickly. Just think 12 more days!!!! margaritas here you come lol

Hi Ladies, I am wondering about tipping to, whats everyone doing and if you are tipping how much do you think is appropriate? By the way Welcome Playa!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Stephanie~ Sorry I'm not keeping up with everyone, I kinda got called out at work for being on BDW so I need to watch my butt these days- which sucks with my wedding getting so darn close! Anyways, Jess- that is awesome, congrats! Seems like your knack! I think you are going to be amazing! awww thank you so much Steph that means a lot well I have you girls to thank for inspiring me to do this.

The pictures look beautiful! I am really excited to have him do our wedding. MissBliss I can't wait to see yours!

Congrats Adam and welcome! you found the perfect place to start all your planning and getting your answers

Quote: Originally Posted by Lady_Di My outside florist. It's seriously so annoying. It's funny that he is causing me more stress than The Royal issues!! I feel better that Jess is using him also so i know he won't run off with my deposit. Ya what the heck, I don't get it. That seems so unlike him. Lad Di ping me your contact info and I will call him for you and have him call you. I have called him many times because I speak Spanish its just easier to explain. I mean you are a month away here! I can't believe he is not returning you e-mails.

LadyDi - Lilly is so niiccccceeee we met with her on our site visit while we waited for ZUlma. I am so excited for you brides, your days are approaching quickly

Thanks again girls for all the support I hope to be featuring your weddings

Quote: Originally Posted by rosieposie paid my deposit and looking over the contract! i'm so nervous and excited!!! wooooo hoooo

Quote: Originally Posted by smckinney22 I'm curious if anyone knows the answer to this because I've asked my Michigan WC and to no avail haven't received an answer. What all is included in the 5 piece 'lounge furniture' that the resort provides? I have the 09-10 prices and on my wedding checklist it says for $250 I get 5 pieces. Has any past brides rented those pieces from the Royal or have any future brides asked that question and got an answer? Thanks in advance ladies!!! Hi, This is an image of the included 5 pieces Another past Royal bride used Mayan Hospitality I can't remember who it was but I saved the picture she posted. She said the one that the resort provides is not that decorative. So I guess it depends on what you are looking for.

I love, love, love Jose Villa! I can't wait to see the pictures when they come out - the non pro ones are fabolous

Congrats! the pictures look wonderful, everyone is smiling from ear to ear I can't wait to see the pro pics

thanks girls!!!

Happy Wedding Day to: kimmy44 - April 21, 2010 jcooper79 - April 22, 2010 aerazo - April 23, 2010 llm78 - April 25, 2010 I hope you all have or had an amazing day and we all can't wait till you return and we hear all about it!

Hi girls, as you can see I am a vendor now as well as a member here on BDW I started my own blog ( Destination Inspirations) specifically for inspiring those planning a destination wedding. I wanted to personally thank you girls because it was you guys that really helped me come up with this idea. You guys help inspire me daily and I can't wait to see all your amazing weddings So thank you again

I love food allllooottttt!!! so when we go to playa thats what we go to do lol Here are some of my favorites and some of my favorite bars. La Cueva Del Chango La Cueva del Chango - Playa del Carmen - Regional Restaurant - Mexican Food - Naturist - Weddings - Riviera Maya - Mayan Food El Bistro Atmosphere | www.elbistrorestaurants.com Sur - Wine Bar & Steak House Playa del carmen Sur steak house La Casa Del Agua - Wine Bar & Seafood La Casa del Agua Restaurant Playa del Carmen Mexico Wickys - American Bistro Untitled Yaxche - Maya Cuisine </title> <script type="text/javascript" src="tom.js"></script> <script type="text/javascript" src="selector.js"></script> <link rel="stylesheet" href="css3.css" type="text/css" media="screen" /> <TITLE>Playa del Carmen Restaurant Serving Mayan, Mexic Playsia - Global Dining ..:: Welcome - Playasia by BlueParrot ::.. Zenzi's Beach Club Zenzi Playa del Carmen Beach Bar & Restaurant - Playa del Carmen Mexico Mamitas Beach Club Bienvenidos al Paraíso Mexicano Blue Parrot Beach Club Blue Parrot Beach Club, Playa del Carmen Tequila Barrel Sports Bar and Grill in Playa del Carmen Mexico

Great job! very exciting looking forward to seeing all your pro pics have a wonderful and amazing wedding day

Congrats and of course you can still belong here! I am getting married in November and already told my FI that as soon as the wedding is done we are talking 10 year renewal lol

Hi BDW, My name is Jess and I just launched Destination Inspirations. Destination Inspirations is a site to inspire those planning a destination wedding by featuring different destination weddings everyday. In addition I am also offering my services as a mediator. For those who need help getting in touch with vendors, making sure resorts follow up or getting any sort of information I can offer peace of mind and do the work for you. I hope you will stop by site and that will inspire you as you plan your dream destination wedding. Best Jess Destination Inspirations Twitter: DWInspirations Facebook: [email protected]

Quote: Originally Posted by Lady_Di Oh good! Just emails because we don't have international calling. My FI is going to call him today so we'll see what happens. I am so relieved that he is not going to steal my money! Do you recommend for us to call him instead of email? I would give him a call - just because its getting sloe to your date. Just to touch base and make sure everything is all set.

Quote: Originally Posted by Lady_Di is anyone using Marvin from Maya Diseno Floral or got in touch with him? I am trying to get in touch with him but I have not heard from him since I put down the deposit. It's funny that NOW i know how you guys feel about WCs not replying to your emails. I'm tearing my hair out! Hi Di, I am using Marvina nd was just in touch with him this week. Do you send him an e-mail or give him a call to finalize everything?