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When we were there we were able to use our Iphones and ipad with the equiptment, so I am sure an I pod touch would work.

Originally Posted by jess102784 

Hi Mexico_2011,

 

Thanks for the wonderful review.  I'm getting married at the Barcelo Maya Palace on December 1, 2011.  Its very comforting to read all the wonderful reviews.  You put in your review that you used an Ipod.  Which version did you use (Touch, Nano)?  Claudia is not sure which Ipods work.  She knows that the Nano works, but we have a Touch.  Thanks so much for your help!!

 

Jessica

I am from Canada and was legally married at the barcelo at the end of February.  All we needed to get married was our passports, travel visas (that we recieved on the plane) and these same items for our 4 witnesses.  We didn't even need birth certificates.  As for making our marriage legal here, they give you a marriage certificate before you leave the resort.  I have used this to change my marriage status and my last name and have had no trouble.  I did email vital statistics to see about makinging it legal but, they said there was no need because the marriage only needs to be registered in the country where it happened.

I hope this makes sense.  If you have any other questions you can PM me.

Jenna

Originally Posted by june11bride 

Wow your wedding sounds amazing! Congrats!!

 

I have a qustion for brides doing a legal ceremony at Barcelo. I have been reading about the different requirements for a legal ceremony among the different resorts. From what I understand, all we need is our passports, birth certificates, and witnesses? I have read a few diferent posts about needing notarized birth certificate, a "long" birth certificate, a birth certificate translated into spanish...I really hope I dont have to do all this.

Also, what did you have to do to make your marriage legal back home? (Im from canada).

Wow! I love all of your personal touches.

Everybodys dresses are son AMAZING!!

Hi Ladies,

If it is possible can someone please email me the spa price list.  The spa hasn't responded to any of my emails and we leave next week.  It would be really nice to know what their prices are.  My email is [email protected].

Thanks,

Jenna

Originally Posted by JoanneIreland 

I just got the 2011 Spa Price List for the Barcelo Maya.

Attaching the Word Document now. Zoom in about 200% and you should see it very clearly.

I think guests would like this info in advance .....

 

 

 

 

 

Barcelo Spa Price List.doc

Our budget is way less than 15000.  I think when it is all said and done we will have spent around 7500. Including flights for my fiance and I.  But, we are only having 28 guests at the wedding and we are not doing anything fancy for the reception or ceremony. 

I can't wait to read you review!!

Claudia is my WC, and I am now 1 month from the wedding.  I used to hear from her weekly.  But, in the last two months I have emailed her with no response.  So, it does not get better three months out.  It just adds stress.

Originally Posted by michelle2011 

It is so difficult at times. I was in regular contact with Victoria and now i haven't heard from her in months.... She hasn't asked any questions about the wedding etc. All i have been sent is a guest list sheet. I did hear you hear from them more within the 3mth mark. We are getting married on the 1st June so i hope the ball gets rolling soon. I know it will all probably work out ok but its the build up and worry isn't it? I have also printed off everything she has told me and i'm taking it with me for back up

Originally Posted by schmieding 

 

Did most of you girls choose the strawberry package? I am trying to decide which package I would want and the bigger one are so expensive I am wondering if its necessary?

I choose the Strawberry package so we would be able to have a reception on the beach. This was the smallest package that would allow a beach reception.  so, if that doesn't matter to you then I would go with the cheaper ones.

I just emailed my WC about this.  I will let you know when I get a response.

Originally Posted by surprise_its_taken 

Does anyone know (I'm hoping some recent brides are reading!) what currency we pay the officiant in?  Originally I was told USD but now with the new laws about using pesos I'm not sure if we're supposed to pay him in USD or pesos.

I didn't get any responses to my DJ question.  You will have to let me know how they are.

Originally Posted by Luv2010 

Hi - I have hired the DJ at the resort for our wedding Nov 11th. Did you receive any replies to your post regarding the DJ? I would luv to hear some feed back if you have any.

Thanks

We are having the same issues with iur TA from selloffvacations.  I too wish we would have just done all of the travel arrangements ourselves, it would save some of the stress.

Thats exactly what my bridesmaid told me when I asked her if the veil I like was me. She told me wearing a big white dress isn't you either so it didn't really matter.

I say wear the earrings they are beautiful and will be amazing for your TTD pics.

Originally Posted by KRama 

Those are your TTD earrings! Gorgeous! Wear them!

 

I don't typically walk around in big white dress with a photographer following me around either, but I did on my wedding day! Anything goes!

I think I am on track but sometime I feel really far behind

so far I have

-bought dress (still needs altered)

-booked resort and trip

-sent out invites

-started planning with my WC

-booked and put a deposit on my photographer

-purchased groomsmen shirts

still to do

-grooms clothes

-accessories

-Bridemaid dresses (going on Saturday)

-get more people booked

-buy and assemble OOT bags

and some other DIY projects I have in mind

We are planning for late Novemeber early decemeber for the Shower.

I was wondering if anyone has hired the DJ from the resort.  My fiance really wants to have a DJ but I'm not sure of the quality of the one the resort uses.  If anyone has any opinions please let us know.

Thanks,

J

Hi ladies,

just recieved an email from my WC saying it is time to decide on the meal biut, she forgot to attach the options.  Any chance any of you have them and could email them to me.  I'm sure that would be a lot quicker than waiting for her to respond again.

 

Thnks,

J

amazing!!

Originally Posted by AshleyL 

 

Hey everyone,

 

Well Ethos called me Thursday to let me know my dress is in. I drove down to Calgary so excited to try it on - and it doesn't fit! It's too big. They said it would be possible to alter it, but they would see if they could order me a smaller size in time for the wedding. Turns out they can get one in by November 20th (wedding is in February). Hoping everything works out!

I wish the Sonias bridal would have doen that for me.  My dress is at least 2 sizes too big and now I need to severely alter it (which I am told can be done).  But, that would save on stress.

Hi everyone,

does anyone know what package allows you to have your reception at the palmaras grill?  I have sent an email to my WC but it has been a couple weeks with no response.

 

Thanks,

J

Originally Posted by Angelina 

 

Thanks for that alib0160! I love having you all here to ask questions because it takes forever to get answers... Not to mention so nice to find people on here with great ideas

 

I think I have decided to bring in someone for a DJ too... DJ Mannia sounds like they are really good and have had really great reviews from the girls on here.

 

So just curious - are you guys going barefoot? sandals? heels? I am toying with the idea now. My girls are going in Espresso brown dresses and I found that Dessy has matching sandals, wondering how good it will look?

 

I love the barefoot jewelery for myself, I think I might have some on hand just in case " class="bbcode_smiley" height="1" src="http://files.bestdestinationwedding.com/images/smilies//wink.gif" title="" width="1" />

I am planning on going barefoot but, have bought a cute pair of sandals to wear to the reception and also wear if the sand is too hot on my feet.

I can't wait to see what else you do. The invites are AMAZING

Hey Ladies,

Pam I really like the DB dress on you.  But, I agree the sweetheart neckline is always flattering.

Where is connies located? I am currrently looking for a seamstress to alter my dress.

Thanks,

J

Hey ladies,

 

I need to bring my e-ring into get re plated.  Does any one know of a place that has really quick turn around? I don't want to be without it for too long.  I would bring it to the place the FH bought it but, it is out of province.  Any suggestions?

 

Thanks,

J

I bought them this month and hopefully they will be out by the end of Sept beginning of October.  I thought the same thing, it will be nice to have them all out before the holidays.

Originally Posted by skadow 

Buying my invites this month and sending them out next months. I thought 4 months ahead of time isnt too too bad. Normally I would wait, but I want them out before the Holidays. What about you girls?