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Quote: Originally Posted by reaganlane So, as it seems everyone is having a difficult time getting an answer from Ana. I am also planning on booking Claudia for my photographer and I am about to send her a deposit, so has anyone gotten a straight answer on having an outside photographer? As for the Plan B location if it rains...has Ana told any of you where or what it is? Yes- We can have an outside photographer and IF they are staying at the resort there is NO fee. This is what she told me.

Quote: Originally Posted by Boo rds I would imagine you can, a number of ladies on here are bringing in outside photographers and were able to get video for that, so I would imagine if you already have video with that vendor you would be able to extend it in lue of pictures honestly Ana has been coming up with some outrageous fees, the fact that the DJ is over twice what they actually cost to be is just dumb founding, that being said we started our planning with the reception and after allot of frustrated hours and lack of sleep were actually to get over 1/3 off the original 'posted' price and get a whole bunch of other stuff included in the price that originally were note... my point being I think that this stuff is up for negotiation. what DJ Are you using? What price were you quoted originally? And what about now? We were originally not going to use a DJ and now we are thinking we are- so we need to start over with this!

Quote: Originally Posted by ebernard4985 I believe her general rule is you can substitute it for a similar service. You cannot substitute hair for food... but you could substitute hair for another spa service.... does that make sense? We were able to substitute the cocktail hour for additional guests at the reception because they are both food/beverage items. She also has said that I can substitute a bridal bouquet for a centerpiece, but it has to be the same service provider (salon, florist, photographer, ect) What about videographer for photographer? I know that in one of the pkgs you get a 30 min video or video of the ceremony-- does anyone know if we can get that extended or longer in lieu of the photographer?

Quote: Originally Posted by lstaff I tried emailing Ana (hopefully I had the correct email in the first place??)- This is the message I got last night. FYI, or maybe I am the last to know? Dear Remiente Thank you for your e-mail notifying you that has been received, but due to recent changes to my mail: [email protected] will be canceled in the coming days due to the above, you are kindly requested to update our mailing address in your address book: [email protected] For your understanding, thanks. I just got that too?? Who freaking knows

Sometimes I resend her an email- if I dont get a response after 2 days... also some people on here told me that she will sub out things for others in the package-- she told me she cant... I dont get that and it pisses me off. Anyone??

I am getting SO annoyed as well. Mine isn't until October- but the anticipation of how annoyed I am going to be is killing me, PLUS I cant even plan b/c I do not know the answers to my ??s now!

Angela-- Has Ana let you substitute things from the package? This is my ONLY hesitation from going with the package.... I do not need a minister, photograher or the mexican music set. Will she let us take that out?

What are you guys doing for your music? I did not really like the idea of a DJ BUT for those of you who are not using one and are just using an IPOD... how are you making your reception flow??

So I am having a hard time picking my flowers... haev you guys done that? I guess my "hard time" kind of involves Ana as well...as her answers confuse me. Can we ONLY pick what she sent us or can we pick out what we want and send to her??

Where did you get your bridesmaid dresses?

Quote: Originally Posted by saza175 Hi everyone, I'm trying to get my date set in stone for Feb. 19th 2011 for sunset. I'm going through Destinationweddings.com, and so far I am really pleased with all the help they have given me. I am excited to hear some wedding reviews since this place is fairly new! RIght now I have 40 people on the guest list, so I would imagine that I'll have 35 show up. I can't decide on which package I want. I know that Dreams Tulum lets people eat off the regular menu for $20p/p instead of the silver or gold menu. Does anyone know? Hey! I have been using them too. I work with Sue Allen. She is great. She helps me with every little decision! We have been working together since the week after I got engaged in November and so far we have about 30 guests booked. I think they are very helpful!!

YAY! I live in the North Raleigh area.... Your wedding is so soon... SO EXCITING!! Are you so ready or what? :)

yeh so I guess keeping it at 4 would be a good idea? I was thinking of moving to 4:30. But if we had it at 4...then the wedding would get over at say 4:30 and then we could do pics till 5 (guests can hang out at a bar at the hotel)-- the one ON the beach with the swings... and the the reception can go from 5-8 I guess. I just wanted a later reception. But I am not crazy about a break in between.

Quote: Originally Posted by kymkymkym I'm in October - I'm getting married at 3 PM though - I want time to have lots of pictures taken between wedding ceremony and reception. I don't want to see my groom before the wedding for any pre-wedding pictures so we need lots of time after the ceremony and before the sun goes down! Kym- what time is your reception starting? How many hours?

Quote: Originally Posted by Dee83 Hey, so I received an email back from Doranna, here are her prices Reply Hello here some photos about hair and make up prices: BRIDE HAIR 230 usd BRIDESMAIDES 85 usd BRIDE MAKE UP 190 usd We live in Playa del Carmen, the transfer is include in the prices. we can give some particular price with a group of bridesmades Thanks Doranna De Bortoli She sent me tons of pictures, if you're interested send me a PM and I will email them to u. WOW thanks for this information-- can you please send me the photos-- [email protected] thanks

So far I haven't seen or talked to any other NC brides.... are you out there??

I am having my brother preform our ceremony. I feel it will be much more meaningful that some person I do not know. (he is not a minister- but will get ordained)

Any October brides What time is your ceremony? What about your reception? What is your plan? I was thinking of getting married at 4 and then reception right after but now- not so sure... would love to hear what you are doing. Also- with getting hair and makeup done... There is me plus 4 bridesmaids, what time would we need to get started? thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by Laura22610 I am taking the chair sashes that I got with me. They don't take up a lot of room and I would have been too nervous shipping them there (about them not being there when I arrived!). I think on the Dreams website on that wedding information pdf, there is information about shipping things to the resort. I also wanted to see the color first to make sure it was right. Sometimes the colors look totally different on the computer. Did you (and you Kym) get yours from weddinglinensdirect? And what material are you going with? For the sashs?

Also- is anyone having a rehearsal dinner somewhere NOT at the resort??

For those of you who are getting your linens, bows, etc from weddinglinensdirect.... are you getting them shipped there? Or to you and you are taking them there?

Quote: Originally Posted by Chelsey & Travis RDSJCR: I'm doing something fairly simple in terms of the reception, so all I'm really worried about are the flowers, etc. for the ceremony. I've been looking at a lot of inspiration boards to get ideas...this gal has some particularly good advice: San Diego Wedding: Being a "Turquoise Bride" I would like to have a white boquet and have the bridesmaids carry orange. I'm thinking about having the guys wear khaki suits with a turquoise tie. And I've picked out my bridesmaid dresses (in mermaid): David's Bridal - Short Chiffon and Charmeuse Dress with Flower Applique Detail I'm going to bring artificial flowers for the bridesmaid boquets. As of now, we are planning on having the wedding at the gazebo, and I'd like to have a couple of gazebo corsages, along with a nice alter centerpiece. But I'm at a loss for color/flower ideas for those. What about you? I am not sure yet-- I am going to try to figure it all out this weekend.. But I am looking to do something similar-- bm's carry orange and me white. I really love tulips- so I may go that way- or stick with tropical flowers. I don't know??

Quote: Originally Posted by Megan24 I know how frustrating that can be. Believe me I know. What I suggest you do is send a email directly to Ana. It sucks that your TA is not taking care of it but in a way this part of the wedding planning might be better to take care directly with Ana. But you are going to be frustrated with that too. Ana does not really answer all of the questions you ask. What I have learned to do in writing a email with wedding related things. I will number my questions example 1) Is there a additional price to have a outside photographer? 2) If so how much would the cost be? When they do not answer your question send the email back and say you did not answer number 1 lol This seems to work for some reason. Good luck girl I know it is frustrating it will all work out. hahaha- i do that too... and almost EVERY time I have to say- WHAT ABOUT THE OTHER PART TO MY QUESTIONS?! hha

Quote: Originally Posted by Chelsey & Travis Our date is 11-5-10. We are having orange, turquoise, and white Chelsey- do you have pics or ideas for your flowers yet?

Quote: Originally Posted by reaganlane Pictures were beautiful! Makes me so excited for my day!!! I loved her flower arrangement also. Since Ana is sooo busy, I don't want to bother her with little things so can anyone tell me what the weather is like the end of October and when the sunset is? Ana has still not let me pick my time. Also, any other October brides out there...what colors are yall doing? And, is anyone having a gazebo wedding? Hey! I am getting married October 24th. My colors are dark Teal and Orange. (then I will use accents or yellows, white, greens- lighter/brighter) Our wedding time is 4- although I thought about moving it to 4:30?? Not sure-- other girls may be better on the advice here Sunset is about 6:15is towards the end of October!