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Quote: Originally Posted by pbjwed we have to pay for children for the actual dinner reception... but if 2 adults pay children 12 and under are free. maybe we got a promo... Somewhere I read they can have 3 weddings a day. I was told they can only have two a day! Yeah, maybe kids just aren't free for us because of the time of year we will be there. I looked at the specials they have now but I'm wondering if a) you need to book through the resort to get them and are they just the specials for right now and won't apply for our wedding in January. We're using Amex Travel for our group rate and they price match or beat prices and special offers if you find them elsewhere. I'm going to ask our TA about the specials posted on the site and see if they will apply for us.

Quote: Originally Posted by JD Hall Wedding How many nights is the initial rate for? The rate per person is for 3 nights, January 20 - 23.

Quote: Originally Posted by tsgnatko jstock311 - who did you go through that gave you these rates? These rates are through American Express Group Travel.

Quote: Originally Posted by pbjwed arent kids 12 and under free? No, kids aren't free unfortunately.

Quote: Originally Posted by tsgnatko Any 2011 brides out there getting prices yet? I am having difficulty with the group travel. i got a quote directly from DRC - but they said for flight contact a vendor - I have done so but the prices I am getting are higher than what I can find on-line - any suggestions for help in getting good pricing here for my guests? These are the group rates we got: Inclusions Hotel accommodations, all-inclusive meal plan, hotel taxes and round trip airport-hotel transfers. •One (1) Complimentary VIP room upgrade for every 10 rooms booked •One (1) Complimentary room for every 15 rooms paid, based on double occupancy, in the lead category (up to 4 rooms free) •$100.00 in resort coupons per person (Resort coupons are applicable at the Spa (up to $40.00 per every 50 minute treatment, not applicable to Beauty Salon and Kids menu on Dreams) •Private Check In for the group •Welcome drink and cool towel upon arrival for the group •Romantic dinners (up to $60.00 per every romantic dinner scheduled with the Concierge) •$10.00 for every bottle of wine purchased Prices: The prices listed below are based on a minimum of 10 ROOMS and the above-mentioned inclusions. A group cannot drop below a minimum of 10 rooms and still be considered a group, regardless of hotel reduction policy. January 20-23, 2011 – 6 Premium Deluxe Tropical/Garden View Rooms $561.00 per person based on double occupancy $699.00 per person based on single occupancy $560.00 per person based on triple occupancy $143.00 per child age 3-12 $29.00 per child under 2 Additional nights are subject to availability at the following per person per night rates: Double = $177.00 per person per night Single = $223.00 per person per night Triple = $177.00 per person per night Child age 3-12 = $38.00 per child per night January 20-23, 2011 – 2 Premium Deluxe Ocean View Rooms $592.00 per person based on double occupancy $728.00 per person based on single occupancy $589.00 per person based on triple occupancy $143.00 per child age 3-12 $29.00 per child under 2 Additional nights are subject to availability at the following per person per night rates: Double = $188.00 per person per night Single = $233.00 per person per night Triple = $187.00 per person per night Child age 3-12 = $38.00 per child per night January 20-23, 2011 – 2 Premium Deluxe Plunge Pool Rooms $620.00 per person based on double occupancy $750.00 per person based on single occupancy $613.00 per person based on triple occupancy $143.00 per child age 3-12 $29.00 per child under 2 Additional nights are subject to availability at the following per person per night rates: Double = $197.00 per person per night Single = $240.00 per person per night Triple = $194.00 per person per night Child age 3-12 = $38.00 per child per night Any changes in the Group specifications, whether due to reduction/additions of persons to the Group, date changes, etc. may result in a change in the rate per person, and hence overall price. Additions will be based on availability. Check In/Check Out: Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m. Payments/Due dates: Initial Deposit: $50.00 per adultDue: June 7, 2010 with the submission of this signed contract Rooming ListDue: Sixty days prior to departure Final Bill (based on rooming list)Due: upon receipt of bill

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Quote: Originally Posted by colleenandclint 2011 Brides PEASE HELP!!! my ta just informed me that dreams rc is not honoring group rates or discounts in 2011, simply bc they dont have to. I am set on having my wedding here and am really discouraged. If anyone has 2011 rates please share. Thank you all so much. I got quotes from Apple Vacations and also American Express Travel. Apple was a little cheaper than Amex but Amex price matches and we've decided to go with them. I'm just waiting to hear back from Amex about the new quote. This is what we got for hotel only for 3 nights, 1/20/11 - 1/23/11. Apple: Garden Room Single $705, Double $570, Triple $567 Ocean View Room Single $732, Double $597, Triple $594 Plunge Pool Room Singel $759, Double $624, Triple $621 Kids under 3 = $30 Kids btwn 3 and 12 = $237 These prices are all pp for 3 nights. Amex was cheaper for kids 3 to 12, $175. Hope this helps!

Quote: Originally Posted by SDbeachgirl We used these linen draw string pants from Kohls. Loved them! Apt. 9 Drawstring Linen Pants Thanks! Exactly what we were looking for.

Quote: Originally Posted by JD Hall Wedding Good Song Choices!!! Now what about the mexican trio, anyone think about using them as you walk down isle? Are they able to play anything you request? I'm thinking about walking down the isle to the Mexican trio. We have DJ Doremixx for the reception and since the trio is included in our package I figured the walk down the isle would be a good choice.

Quote: Originally Posted by rdsjcr Hey ladies! I want my groomsmen (and groom) to wear white button down shirts and khaki linen pants. I tried to order the khaki linen pants online (from weddingtropics.com and they are temporarily out of stock for like 2 months. The only other place I know (which I cannot remember right now - they are not as great)... any help? JCREW maybe?? thanks!! Have you checked islandimporter.com?

Quote: Originally Posted by amberm410 Ana will take care of it if you just tell her you would like him. You could also e-mail him to see if he is available on your date. I did both. The pricing should be the same as the photo packages she sends you. It's kinda weird because of things I have read and from my own experience it seems that Ana doesn't like it when people contact the vendors on their own for pricing etc.. probably because Dreams puts a mark up of some sort on it. Thanks Amber!

Quote: Originally Posted by tsgnatko Do you know how many weddings they do each day? And do they do them every day of the week? From what I've read they do 3 but don't quote me.

Quote: Originally Posted by ursula Hi ladies thanks for the reviews!! It really helps so much for us brides who can't do a site visit. I know communication is a common issue for veryone with Ana but I can't believe I'm still waiting for her to respond so I can lock down my date and time! Does anyone know if I can just call the resort to find out available ceremony times? Or is that only info Ana would have? I really want a later ceremony time and I was offered 11 or 2. So I asked Ana what days she does have a later time and now no respone for over a week. I called Ana and was only able to leave a message with her assistant but she never called me back. On average, it's taken about 2 to 3 weeks for her to respond to me. I would just keep emailing until you get your question answered. She does end up responding even if it isn't very quickly. When I did choose a date of the ones she told me were available I didn't get an immediate response so I was a little freaked because I didn't want it to be given away. It wasn't though. She just took a long time to respond. Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by amberm410 I used Juan Navarro and he does such an awesome job! He is not the resort photographer though so you need to request him. The resort photographers are different. I heard good things about them too but just looking at the differences I liked Juan's creativity. Sorry I don't know about the sit down dinner options as I reserved the wine room and was able to order off the French restaurant menu. Thanks! I will request him then. So is he not included in the photos that come with the wedding package? Is he considered an outside vendor that I need to contact on my own or can I just tell Ana I want to book him? Thanks again!

Thanks! I will request him then. Is the price included in the photos you get with the wedding package or is he an outside photographer?

Quote: Originally Posted by volosikj I'm getting married at DRC Saturday 1/15/11!!! I have started planning some things so let me know if I can answer any questions! We may be there at the same time! When do you guys leave? I think we're going to get there on Wednesday 1/19. Thanks. I will let you know and you do the same

Quote: Originally Posted by josietoms Hey, welcome along - you will soon find your away around the site. If you go to the Riviera Maya section there will be a thread on your chosen hotel. There is also a thread for us Jan 2011 brides - come join us my date is 24th jan 2011. I saw that one. I'll have to join that one too Congrats BTW

Quote: Originally Posted by tsgnatko Hi Jill I am getting married 2/10/11 I am working with a travel agent who does all the coordinating with the wedding planner - that may help you - i heard they work better with travel agents Good luck in your planning I contacted a TA to see about getting a group rate for the rooms but not for the coordinating....maybe that is a better way to go. Ana does take awhile to respond but from what I've read on here everyone has been happy with her. It does seem to help when asking questions to put them in numbered format so she can respond easier. What travel agent are you working with? I have a quote from Amex travel and waiting on a group rate from Apple Vacations.

Quote: Originally Posted by maniacib Hi Jill, I am also new to this site. I would like to book my wedding at dreams riviera cancun and was hoping you could tell me how to go about doing that? I don't want to book our trip until I have a wedding date verified with the resort? How do I get a date approvedwith the wedding coord? If you go to the Dreams RC website and then click on the "Weddings and Honeymoons" tab, "Plan Your Wedding" and scroll down there is a link that says "Contact the wedding coordinator." Her name is Ana. I know when I booked for Jan 2011 a few months ago, there weren't very many dates available. I would try to be flexible and give her a range of dates. I asked for a couple specific dates initially and she told me they were unavailable but then didn't give me any other options around the same time. I ended up asking her what Saturdays or Sundays were available in January and February and then we were able to pick one. She will hold the date for you when you choose but you will need to pick a wedding package before you get your contract. I still don't have my contract but have chosen and told her it. I still sent out my STDs and have started the planning even without the contract since the date is being held. Don't worry if you don't get a response from her right away. She takes a little while to respond. Good luck!

Just wanted to thank all of you for all the wonderful information. It is a bit stressful waiting for Ana to respond to emails and a lot of my questions have been answered by all of the posts! I've tried to read through as much of the posts as I can so if I'm repeating questions, I appologize. Just wondering if anyone has used Juan Navarro, the hotels photographer? I think I'll choose him since his pics looked pretty good on his website. Also, does anyone know if we can mix and match the sit down dinner menu? We are having the Gold menu which has 3 options but I'd like to pick and choose between the 3 if we can. Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by 21aholden For those of you doing (or have done) a symbolic ceremony - Are you making in legal where you live before DRC or after? I am struggling with this one..... Hope I'm doing this response right! This is my first post on here. We are doing our legal ceremony in the states before we do the larger wedding and symbolic ceremony at DRC. Thought it would be easier than to legally get married in Mexico.

Hi Everyone! I'm new to the forum so I'm still trying to figure out how it works. We're getting married at Dreams Riviera Cancun on 1/22/2011! From what I've read from the other posts, things should turn out wonderfully. I'm just a little worried because the wedding coordinator takes a really long time to respond to my emails and doesn't seem to answer my questions. I'm sure everything will work out great and I know there is a ton of info on here that will help Jill