Lisa DSO

Originally Posted by Jessica G 

 

JordanB said that he brought fireworks for free- I'm thinking along the same lines as you are about mentioning it to the wedding coordinator.. perhaps if we express our interest with DJ DOREMIXX and not the wedding coordinator, he will just bring them. I think the light up floor is an extra $700- yikes! but everyone says it's worth it, I have a hard time justifying that when a regular one comes with the package... but I haven't read anyone say that they would have just went with the plain one.

Ivan of Doremixx and the light up dance floor is TOTALLY worth it...not only is it fun, but it really makes your pictures spectacular

Originally Posted by MrsG511 

 

 

 

Hmmm ok My favors were def more than $300 dollars. I will have them in 3 separate bags though, hopefully I can have different people carry them through customs and it won't be a problem ?

 

I taped receipts to each of my different items with a message in spanish that said "items for a wedding" and it was fine

oh I forgot Maya Diseno also made the bouts- so that was included in above price too!

Originally Posted by marooon13 

 

 

I am so inspired by the turnout of your wedding. You did a fabulous job! If you don’t mind me asking- was Maya Diseno decently priced and did you have to pay the vendor fee or just meet them at the front? Also, where did you get your table overlays from? Thank you again- and Congratulations!

Thank you much! I believe I spent exactly 500 USD for the 4 centerpieces, bridal bouquet (which I ended up giving to MOH when other bridesmaid didn't show), bridesmaid bouquet, and two mother corsages. I did not pay a vendor fee as they just dropped off everything at the wedding center .

The table overlays and sashes came from the following: http://weddingslinen.com/

Good luck and may you have a beautiful and blessed wedding

Forgot to add to missbusybee! Yes, Vistaprint is a god send. Sign up asap and you will get periodic emails about free stuff. I got free: brochures, t-shirts, pens for oot bags, postcards and even used business cards as notices for my shutterfly room for guests to upload wedding pics .

Originally Posted by hilly1gh 

 

I kept asking my wedding coordinator about allowing the guests to choose between two entrees... she worded it that she could ask for the exception but that they would need to know exactly how many of each entree ahead of time.

 

Keep asking your wedding coordinator.  My original one wasn't that responsive, but when she left on maternity leave, I was given Ana and she's been pretty great.  She responds timely and tries to answer all my questions.

 

If you want to give your quests an option, keep requesting the Royal to make that happen - they can do it!

 

 

 

 

I had 2 entrees and used punches from Michael's to distinguish b/t the two:

Originally Posted by marooon13 

 

Steph,

 

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!! Did you have you reception on the beach or ballroom? I would prefer beach but I have read reviews about how short they are getting. I don't want to have to end the party early!

 

Thanks,

Marin

 

 

I wouldn't have traded my beach reception for the world. It's such a one of a kind experience to dance and have fun with family and friends under the stars and near the waves

Originally Posted by qgirl2 

 

 

 

I am getting a bit worried. It seems as though everyone does not like the beach option as a ceremony option. We picked mexico because we wanted to get married on the beach. I am requesting the beach behind the gazebo for the reception. Hopefully I will get it. But everyone on here has us really worried that we made a bad choice for the ceremony and I know the Gazebo is not available because there is a wedding 1 hour before us there. Any one out there get married on the beach at the royal? We also choose the beach for the reception..I know you can only have 5 hours but that will be enough for alot of our guest..most of us young people will just go out after if we need to!

Also anyone here use the Royal's lounge furniture? Was it nice?

Thanks!!

Aww girly, if you want a beach ceremony, do it!! The ladies who had ceremonies on the beach (friends on this forum) all had beautiful ceremonies. Granted, people are going to swarm your wedding, but you will be completely oblivious and only notice your FI . Some bone-headed people will also walk behind your ceremony (b/t you and water), but any photographer worth his/her salt will be able to photoshop them out and the pictures will come out gorgeous

I liked The Royal's lounge furniture and did use it.

Originally Posted by missbizzybee 

 

Hi, Ladies! Living Social currently has a deal - $10 for $50 worth of printouts (invitations, business cards, postcards, etc.) at VistaPrint! Since there is a limit of one per customer, my fiancé and I each bought one...$20 for $100 worth of prints we plan on using for OOT guides to include in our OOT bags, menus, and programs. For many of you DIY-ers, may not be a bad idea for what we are doing or even STDs or invitations? 

Originally Posted by deniden 

 

 

Is there a restroom nearby for guests during the reception?

 

Thanks!

 

 

I believe there is one by the pool area. I honestly never got to go to the pool (too many things to do lol), so I'm not sure exactly where it's located.

Originally Posted by deniden 

 

Lisa-

 

I just realized in looking at your planning thread that your planning thread is where I stole alot of my ideas from (Factory 21 for cups/shot glasses, the handkerchiefs, having "Mrs. Paynter" embroidered inside my wedding purse, etc.) - so thanks!

 

Couple of questions - I think that I originally requested the beach in front of Pelicano's for my reception. What's the difference between where your reception was held and the beach in front of Pelicano's?

 

Where did you order your table overlays and chair sashes from?

 

Thanks!

Denielle

That's great, it makes me happy!    The linens were purchased here: http://weddingslinen.com/

What time is your wedding and reception? If I'm not mistaken, the beach by Pelicanos has the nearby pier where there will be an endless stream of people returning to their cruise liner. I opted for the beach in front of the Gazebo for a few reasons: my ceremony was at gazebo (and cocktail reception in garden area by Gazebo), so the flow was pretty good. It was also close to my room so it made it less of a hassle when my MOH and SIL had to go with me to pee lol. The beach there is also the most private, as there aren't any nearby restaurants, and therefore traffic of people going to and from dinner. This is just my opinion, however, and I'm sure the Pelicano's section is beautiful, too.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Andrea434 

 

Lisa,

Thanks so much for that positive post on this thread!!  I have been on the brink of not coming on here again because I don't want it to bring me down.  I too have been discouraged with fees but when I think about what I would spend on a wedding here it seems silly.  The extra cost is the business of weddings. 

Also, My fiance and I have never been in touch with an off-site wedding coordinator and our on-site coordinator is wonderful.  It may take a couple of days to respond but she is always helpful and I know will make sure all of our weddings are wonderful.

 

 

 

 

No problem, I remember the same feeling and I have no regrets about having my wedding at The Royal . p.s if you can afford it, ask for the corner room of Ocean front if you are getting married at the gazebo. My review has pics also. I basically walked out of my room, down the elevator beside it, and was standing in the area just before turning the corner to walk down aisle. Not to mention, the room has side windows by the jacuzzi that was great in pics (getting ready)   

Oh, and it was fun sneaking pics of everyone and seeing my setup lol

Originally Posted by qgirl2 

 

 

Did anyone here have their reception on the beach? I am thinking we need some additional lighting like tiki torches..anyone have suggestions or what was your experience?

 

Lastly, we are looking to take our wedding party on an excursion instead of gifts(thought is would be more fun). I would be open to suggestions. We would like a non-driving tour thing. I have heard of some dune buggy driving tour , anyone here take that? Please send me some links to places you have gone on excursions..we are a fund bunch..probably something that involves a bit of drinking as well..

 

 

I had my reception on the beach and it was THE MOST AMAZING EXPERIENCE! Are you having a light up dance floor, DJ? The reason I ask is because the combo of light from 1. DJ lights,  2. light up dance floor  3. under table lights 4. bar   gave plenty of light that was nice and ambient. (see pics in my signature if you would like to see more).

sweetheart table in front of gazebo (which also has lights), the tall lights on either side of us are from DJ, and of course the dance floor:

I highly recommend specifying BEACH in FRONT OF GAZEBO for more privacy

As for your second question on excursion, have a look at this: http://www.catamaya.com.mx/

For those of you who are getting frustrated- I know how you feel. I went so far as to book at another location because of my frustrations. I went with my gut and initial attraction to the Royal, however, and I'm soooo glad I did. I know you have heard it a lot, but it really is all about you once you get there. I remember feeling stressed 30 days out when I never spoke to my on site wedding coordinator, but once I got there, she met with me and DH and went over EVERYTHING. She showed a picture with every selection to make sure we were on same page with each choice and was completely devoted to us (this is why she doesn't have as much time to answer questions for people 30 days out).

For those who are still not convinced and looking at Wicky's, you may want to look at Jessmcann's reviews (she was a wedding buddy who had ceremony at the Royal and reception at Wicky's...she is also the one who suggested my rehearsal dinner location- rooftop of La Tortuga)

Feel free to look at wedding and/or TTD pics in my sig. I also have a review on the Royal . My DH and I travel every year and have never wanted to go to the same resort because we just like trying new ones. The Royal was so amazing that we plan to return for our 5th anniversary

p.s. I wish I could get married again! Enjoy the planning

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I just got back from there and loved it. I saw two weddings - one on the beach (people swarmed all around it, but it was beautiful), and 1 on the top floor ...here are some pics i took

and this is where the 2nd wedding was (i didnt take pics of actual one for privacy)

Originally Posted by kellygrrrl 

 

hi lisa!! we've missed you. : ) any advice for us? what to do/what not to do now that you have perspective on the whole thing? : )

 

 

 

 

Hi kel! <3

• I wish I would have had my photographer take pics of just me (i dont have any ).
• Delegate family members to carry different things in their suitcases so that you are not bogged down with all of your decorations and such.
• Definitely steal your new husband away during the reception to have a quiet moment together to take everything in (I pulled him away toward the water and we watched all of our loved ones laughing and dancing)
• If you can get an oceanfront room, I HIGHLY recommend-especially the 5th floor corner above gazebo (see my review in my sig for more on this)
• I do wish they had better lighting under the tables for outside. I had seen pics where they were very obvious and lit up, mine were not.
• Buy more rose petals than you think (if you want to cover the walkway up to gazebo or alter- I bought 4 bags of each color and it wasn't nearly enough!)
• You will not be sorry hiring DJ Doremixx
• Try your hardest to do a TTD session- it's so unique and people will be blown away by it (most don't even know they exist)
• definitely do the IN-SUITE couples massage!
• I would recommend at least looking at the resort photographer photos (especially if you get free frames in your package), because they are so used to taking pics at this resort, they know how to capture some really good shots- especially at gazebo
• get the light up dance floor
• if you can afford him, get Fernando Fuentes (make up pros)...it was so nice having makeup/hair done in room

That's all I can think of for now. It really was a dream wedding for us and went better than we could have imagined. The resort itself is incredible (get chef's plate if you can). Zulma is so sweet and attentive

Everyone has made the right choice!

Originally Posted by ChicagoBride2011 

 

Hi ladies, I like to sneak on here every once in a while to see what's new.  I miss wedding planning SOOOOO bad!

 

I hope everyone's planning is going good and to the new brides... welcome!!  I don't know what I woud have done without this forum!

 

I'm going to post my review hopefully in the next day or two, better late than never!

Haha I just did the same too!

Hi girls!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by JHarris 

Thanks Lisa!! Can't believe it's already over and seemed so far away at one point. LOL..

 

How are you!!! I loved your AHR pics. It looked like you guys had another mini wedding. =)

Haha it pretty much was.

JHarris, you looked so beautiful!

It was the time of my life!

Do it, do it! 

Originally Posted by LisaMatterni 

 

I love the candle. And oh your cake I love it! So simple!

Originally Posted by canadiangirl 

 

All i have to say is WOW, your cake is so nice! I never thought about a cake for ours.....now Im thinking lol thank you for sharing

Thank you so much! I really wanted modern, clean lines and was very happy with the turn out. :-)

Thank you!

Originally Posted by JHarris 

 

My June Brides!! What is the deal with this crazy storm I hear that may develop?! As if I need anymore stress!!! Most of our guests arrive on Wednesday - I hope that's before a storm arrives or develops. ARGH!!!

 

Trying hard to not freak out.

Aww JHarris,

It's almost your time! I wish you the best of luck and may your wedding be beautiful! Don't worry, it was forecast to rain every day the week of my wedding and not a drop except for 10 min shower one day. 

JHarris,

You must be getting antsy! I can't wait until it's your turn! **hugs**