staceychris17

Hi ladies, We are back from our wedding on the 17th. Our wedding was unbelievably romantic and out of control fun and dancing at the reception Any questions feel free to ask me. My advice is do not stress over the small things. Keep your details, gifts, favors simple. We did and spent more money on better quality items that our guests absolutely loved!! Another surprising thing, well it sure shocked me, Ms. Organized, we had planned on having our ceremony and reception at Coral Beach. It looked beautiful in pictures, but when we go there, we were disappointed. Gabriella allowed us to change our minds. We ended up switching our ceremony to Playa Azul (highly recommend) and our reception was at the open air grill restaurant there. It was too windy to have the reception outside. I was nervous about the ceremony not being private, but the hotel has workers standing on each side of the reception and they stopped any uninvited guests from getting too close or ruining pictures. I am so happy we had the reception in the open air grill. I highly recommend having a DJ and renting a dance floor...oh yes and ADD the extra hour for your reception!!!! Ask me questions:)

Hi Ladies, We leave tomorrow morning!!! Our wedding is on Saturday. I will post a review and pics as soon as we return in 2 weeks. I am praying for safe travel and sunny skies:)

I am sure this question is ALWAYS asked.......How is everyone planning on packing their maracas? In a carry-on or checking them in a suitcase? Wrapping them in anything for a safe travel?? I need some help hahah Thanks 8 days!!!!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by mrsjlaureano ladies! you all are getting married on the days before and after my wedding! I am on 7/16: staceychris - don't worry - everyone is going to be great - and FINZUP! Girl we are all going to be there at the same time. ** whatever questions you have just call claudia! ** i am here in dallas, we are on the same time zone and every time i have called on a business day she has answered all my questions. these are all normal questions, so I wouldn't worry. email me speedheather@gmail.com for any specific questions. i got all my ?s answered by her on the phone. Thank you so much for your help!!!! Maybe I will get to se your wedding:) Well congratulations and I hope all you dreams come true!!!!!

Sorry to ask again, but any information?? : We have strawberry package: Can any one help me out with a silly question? We are able to have a nonlegal Interactive Blessing Ceremony?? Am I getting this lingo correct? If so, do we have to option between a JOP or a minister? Anyone who had this type of ceremony, do you have any suggestions at to which one to choose. We wrote our own vows. What can you use to play your music at ceremony site?? 11 days until the big day:) Thank you so much!!!

Can any one help me out with a silly question? We are able to have a nonlegal Interactive Blessing Ceremony?? Am I getting this lingo correct? If so, do we have to option between a JOP or a minister? Anyone who had this type of ceremony, do you have any suggestions at to which one to choose. We wrote our own vows. 17 days until the big day:) Thank you so much!!!

Excellent review!! Thank you so much for taking the time to help us all out:)

Quote: Originally Posted by mexico_2011 We are getting married at the Barcelo march 16, 2011. We are staying at the Colonial but want to have our ceremony at Coral Beach. Does anyone know if that's possible? Will we have to stay a night at the Palace to be able to have the ceremony at the Palace? Also, I received the menu from Claudia, but I was wondering if anyone knew if there were options for a childrens menu?? Thanks everyone! I've enjoyed reading all your previous posts, so much good information!! Melanie I believe the option for children is chicken fingers and french fries?? Did anyone else hear of other options??

Hello Girls, I am having my ceremony and reception at Coral Beach....does anyone know of a nice bar or close lobby bar that I can tell my guests to go for drink in between the two events? Oh yeah and what is the name...so I can write it on their welcome letter:) THANK YOU!!!!!!

Hi Ladies!!! Just to make sure I am getting my facts straight.. We can have an outside photographer come as long as they stay a minimum of two nights and is listed as a guest? Thanks for the help!!!

HI Laura I am sorry if you posted this information...how much did the videoographer cost for the total time they spent with you

Hey I will PM you now:)

Does anyone have the reception sites pictures?? I know the WC offer them to be emailed. We were supposed to have them emailed....but we never received them from Gabriela Thank you!!

Beautiful pictures!!!!! Your TTD pics are so romantic looking:)

Has anyone found a website where we can order dishwasher safe and waterproof custom labels for our mugs? Thanks for your help!!!

Has anyone found a website where we can order dishwasher safe and waterproof custom labels for our mugs? Thanks for your help!!!

On 5th Ave, the restaurant was SUR. It was absolutely delicious !! You have to walk down a bit but it is worth it!!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by SoontobeMHeikkinen Good Morning Everyone! It's been awhile since I've been on here, we actually got married almost a year ago Anyway, I remembered how much I valued the information given to me from previous brides at Barcelo and thought I share my photos for those that were questioning, the resort, food, etc. The photos should be able to answer alot of those questions! Congratulations to everyone!! 05.23.09 Monica and Kevin | Barcelo Maya | Photos by Vincent HI Monica!! I LOVED your pictures!! Did you have a lot of people watching your ceremony on the walk way between the gazebo and the beach? Where was your reception held?

Quote: Originally Posted by Scott C Anyone going to be getting married during the week of July 11-15, 2010? Hi Scott, We are getting married on the 17th.

Quote: Originally Posted by FutureMrs.D Hey ladies, Just wondering how often you've been hearing back from the WC's lately?? Mine is Gabriela.. I would usually get a reply back from within 1 week, 1 week and a half.. but the last email I sent her was on Dec. 29th, and haven't heard back yet...? Just wondering if anyone else's email responses have been slower than usual? Hi Future Mrs.D, I have Gabriela too I called last week and they informed me that she is away until Feb 1st. So hopefully, she will reply to our emails in the upcoming week:) Thanks,

Hi Sandra, A bee keeper......May I ask what you did with the honey for your shower?? LOL At least it was not used at your Bachelorette party! Love the Outlets! Pool party was an excellent idea:) What is your email address? I have a great picture at my sister's wedding in Jamaica, you'll LOVE it!!

Hi Girls, I am looking for a 2 tiered ivory veil with crystal embellishments along the edge. Where can I find one that is reasonably priced and is well made? Has anyone ordered their online? Thank you for your help!!

The pictures look great! You two look like you had a great time. Especially your two guests who jumbed in the pool:):) Beautiful choice of flowers for your bouquet. Bright and bold!!

Thank you so much girls!!

Hi Sandra, We are in Tinton Falls. Not too far from Jackson:) Quote: Originally Posted by Sandra&Mario Stacey, Where in NJ are you from? We're in Jackson. There was another bride on there a few months back who was married at Barcelo and also lives in Jackson, so I figured I'd ask. It's such a small world! Sandra