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Hey there- Yep Marcia did an album 2 dvds and 2 cds of all the photos taken....

The night of the wedding after the bonfire... the bottom was definitely dirty from sand and walking in the water but still had to wear it for the ttd so after jumping in the water I hung it up on the balcony and let it stay there for the entire day... by the time we came up from being on the beach most of the day... it was dry and clean.. LOL The Bonfire was awesome.. the weather was great just super during the ceremony.. It rained a little the day before my wedding during another wedding but only lasted about 10 minutes or so.. Nicole said its usually windy the day after rain, but I'd rather the wind over the eain anyday Quote: Originally Posted by BridetwoBe Wow what about the sand? Did you just hang it up afterwards? Your Bonfire looks great. How was the weather? I guess thats a good plan if you can't privatize the restaurant.

I purchased the sandals etsy.com Marcia is awesome and worth every penny!!! Thanks.. Believe it or not my dress is perfectly fine... Its was actually alot cleaner than it was the night before LOL!!! Quote: Originally Posted by BridetwoBe OMG I love the pics...I laughed when you and hubby jumped in the water...PRICELESS!!! How did your dress turn out afterwards?

Pics from my wedding--- There are a bunch---- http://www.kodakgallery.com/gallery/sharing/shareRedirectSwitchBoard.jsp?token=979259552214%3A982805520

Hi Ladies- Sorry its been awhile, Ive been enjoying married life.... I got my professional pics back from Marcia and WOW!!! Here is a link to asome of our favorites... We had over 1400 pics to choose from so it was hard.. Enjoy and let me know if you have questions http://www.kodakgallery.com/gallery/sharing/shareRedirectSwitchBoard.jsp?token=979259552214%3A982805520

Without letting the entire cat out of the bag... Lets just say I low-balled her BIG TIME! and she met me in the middle which is probably one of the lowest rates she has taken if not the lowest. I also paid for her to saty overnight at the resort so that i could get my TTD the next morning. My suggestion is to NEGOTIATE. I got the same package and treatment of other brides so it can be done.... Quote: Originally Posted by SouthernBelle83 I am thinking of booking Marcia for my June 24 wedding. She gave me the option of two different packages... One was $1000 and the other was $1500.

i would have rathered putting down a deposit, however I was one of the ladies that had to carry all that cash on me to pay her in full when I got there.... However either I would say that my experience with Marcia and her team was nothing but wonderful... Good Luck! You will enjoy her...

These are all pictures from the Suites... Artificial flowers are included.. However if I did not use tai flora I would not have used the aritficial flowers (hmmmmm is right).. Just my opinion... I wore barefoot sandals.. My MOH went barefoot... the groom and best man wore sandals.. I will tell you that for my wedding and other weddings most women (including guests) went barefoot.. Artificial flowers are included... My ceremony was at 5pm... My hair appointment was at 1 and she was done around 2:30 and all she had to do was curl it and pin it.. Marcia Roberts got to my room around 3:30 and by the time she got all her pics done I was 5 minutes late... LOL .. Marcia was scheduled to get to my room at 3:00 but I hadnt anticipated my MOH being as slow as she was getting ready.. She was a real prima dona and slooow and did not want Marcia to take pics of her doing my make-up until she was absolutely ready.. Marcia takes aloooot of pictures but Nicole also told her to take her time because the wedding day is about capturing the moments not about sticking to a vigorous schedule... You are very welcome... People kept asking me why i was taking all of these photos.. I said I had to make sure my BDW girls got what they needed too.. LOL

Ladies- As promised, below are pics of a 2 weddings with standard packages that I saw during my stay. The Beach Wedding had the Chuppah and Silver Chair Sashes. The Lobby Terrace wedding had the arch and Gold Chair Sashes. Both weddings used the artificial flowers.

Marcia Roberts Photography- I just got married in Montego bay last week at the Iberostar Rose Hall Suites so I havent gotten my pictures yet, but she was awesome to work with and her prices were good. The past reviews and photos have been awesome. Check out her website. http://www.jamaicanphotography.com/

Hey All- I posted my review with pics.. I actually have more pics I will post in a separate forum later today. I took alot of pictures of the wedding the day before us where she used the standard package with the standard flowers etc... I will post more pics of my wedding when I get them back from Marcia. As of now you see Digipix photos and photos from my camera.. Sorry they arent the best quality... Feel free to ask me questions... http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/products/iberostar-rose-hall-suites-all-inclusive-montego-bay-jamaica/reviews/4797

No I would keep the 4:30/5 start time. The weather is hot or miss and really does pass through quickly, so even if it starts it usualy lasted no more than 5 or 10 minutes during our stay. I say just wait it out if something pops up. I couldnt wait out the wind but it was so beautiful that it didnt matter I stayed at the Suites but will try to answer from that point of view 1) Did you or any of your guest plan or used calling cards or rented a cell phone while in Jamaica? We bought minutes and logged onto FB to tell people we were there.. 15 minutes of internet was $3US and 30 minutes was $5 so we bought one card and shared with family and friends 2) For the Grand Brides- is there a required dress code for the restaurants? I thought I read somewhere that men are required to wear collared shirts and shoes for dinner. All specialty restaurants required long pants for men... They werent strict on footwear as along as they had some on 3) How much time are you allotting for pictures between the ceremony and the reception? we did 1hr but Marcia Roberts could have done longer, so we got dinner started and left back out to take more after orders were taken 4) What did you do or doing for music at the reception? I'm trying to decide on a DJ or a band, any recs would be appreciated! We did the bonfire and hired the dj.. he was great! he played most of the songs on my request list and thre in a few more great choices 5) Did you op for an open bar at your reception? The bonfire included the open bar, however the dinner did not. Every restaurant has a bar in it and the waiters got the drinks per the guests requests and guests got up and got their own if need be 6) DO you think it's okay to have the guest go to the lobby bar for the cocktail hour? Anyone know how many people the Grand lobby bar can accommodate? Not sure about the Grand exactly but from what I hear they are all set up the same. The lobby bar is a long walk from the beach. If you have guests that have walking issues that might be an issues.. We did the cocktail hour on the beach right next to the ceremony which included the champagne punch and water in the package and appetizers we ordered.. they were all satsfied. Thank you!!! Yed Im working on my review now but just for you.. The wedding was on the beach the cocktail reception was right next to the ceremony location.. Dinner was inside at the Calabash and the bonfire was being set-up during dinner since it was a surprise.. Guests knew there would be dancing but had no clue what was in store and were pleasantly surprised.. the bonfire was next to the Sunset Pool and Bar which was a short walk from the Calabash restaurant. No dancefloor... we really were excited about capturing the beach effect so dancing in the sand was AWESOME!!!

Hey there sorry you are having such a hard time. Nicole is truly awesome and makes sure that everything comes together once you are there. I did a cocktail reception on the beach right after the ceremony with food and drinks.. Call Jodi @ Tai Flora.. It is easier to get through by phone then email. Also, I wouldnt worry about things being booked. They have a wide variety of vendors and people they use for the weddings so they can call people at the last minute to make sure your day is special. Im not sure how much input I can give since you are getting married off-site, but feel free to PM me if you have questions.

THANK YOU!!! 5 was actually perfect. There was a wedding the day before and 2 days after it rained at 4 both days so they wound up pushing it back til 4:30 anyway.. Seems like the crazy weather hits between 4 and 4:30 and was usually done by 4:30/4:45. We didnt get rain but we had crazy wind... I must say I loved my set up. Nicole was awesome. We did our first dance in the Calabash as soon as we walked in. They had the music set-up just for that purpose and we did not have to pay for the "private" reception. We did the garter on the beach during the bonfire and did not pay to have the bar upgraded. The bonfire was from 8:30-11:00 (it was scheduled to end at 10:30) and would probably have gone longer without added cost but we we all exhausted and left while the dj was still playing music)- Th cost of the bonfire was $250 and the dj was $300 (for 2 hours) Q00uote: Originally Posted by meeshamillz Beautiful... So during the bonfire did you have a DJ and do all of the "wedding" things like the first dance garter toss etc? I was planning on springing for the BBQ Buffet reception on the beach for three hours with a DJ. But the way you did it seems more cost efficient. Did you have the bonfire for 3 hours? If so, how much was it? You look beautiful Kecia... I selected "insert image" and resized the pictures Yes.. I will have a review and lots of pictures once Marcia gets them ready for me.. She and her assistant Christopher were AWESOME to work with...

Hi Ladies- IM BACK!!!! I had the BEST TIME OF MY LIFE!!!! Below are a few oics and a quick recap of my wedding Ceremony on the Beach @ 5PM Cocktail Reception on the Beach 5:30-6:30PM Dinner at the Calabash 6:30-8:30 (Semi-Private) Bonfire on the Beach 8:30-11:00PM Vendors Tai Flora (Florist) Marcia Roberts (Photography)

Hey Ladies! Well its that time. I leave for the airport in a few hours and I am SUPER EXCITED!!! Our wedding is Thursday and i cannot wait... Im sure I will provide you a brief update when its all over since i am an internet junkie.. LOL Thanks for everyones input encouragement and answers to all the questions. Talk to you ladies soon!!! Carol

I ordered chair sahses and table runners from efavormart and they look awesome!.. Cant wait to see them in action next week

I am kicking out my FI the night before too.. Me and my bestie/MOH will room together and He and her hubby/BM will room together. I plan to sleep in, order room service for breakfast, do one last ab workout LOL and then head to the Salon... I was going to arrange for his ATV ride but with the luck we've been having with injuries lately, I would have him do it the day after LOL

Thank you ladies... i figured as much just wanted to be sure since the document contradicted itself. Thanks.. Super excited.. Leaving in 6 days! Marrying in 8... woohoo! Quote: Originally Posted by wendyjd Paid with credit card on check out... actually they almost forgot to charge me for the wedding. I think the shocked look on my face when they said my balance due was $12, made them look again... fyi, if you aren't charged on check out, I was told they would NOT call to charge you for it. However, I bet someone could lose a job over not collecting several thousand dollars. We paid for the steel drums with cash before the wedding We paid Marcia with cash.

Past Brides- A few questions about how did you pay your final bill: Cash or Credit Card? Do you pay the bill before wedding and pay upon checkout? It states both on the estimated charges sheet- which one is correct? It seems like most brides pay upon check-out. Does the DJ have to be paid in cash before the wedding as it states on the estimated charges sheet? Trying to figure out how much cash I have to bring since we have to pay Marcia Roberts. Thanks in advance

Congrats Prettysparklie!!! I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day! I cant wait, I am so excited im jumping out of my seat mimute by minute... Make sure you email me once you have a moment to breath.... I believe its a 3 hr minimum if you hire them for a private reception- see below taken from the extra charges document DJJ & Sound Systtem PRIICE Price Per hour US$ 150 For Private Reception minimum 3 hours US$ 450 DJJ & Sound Systtem PRIICE Price Per hour US$ 150 For Private Reception minimum 3 hours US$ 450 LOL.. Same here

Casontag- At the Suites you pay $18pp over 8 for chair setup etc.... However you may have to also pay the $800fee for a private reception. See below: Taken from the 2011 Package Info: Our wedding package is for 2 to 8 people. Groups of more than 8 people will be charged an additional fee of $18 USD per each extra guest [iberostar Guests] (Incl. GCT and service charge). Children under the age of 12 are free of charge. Private Restaurant Rental PRICE Steakhouse Restaurant “Aunt Ruby†**Groups of 50 up to 80 adults** Located in front of the beach. Open air. From 7:00 until 10:30 pm Includes dinner, soft drinks, beer and wine, coffee & tea Open bar optional with extra charge US$ 800 Mediterranean Restaurant “Mare Nostrum†**Groups of 25 up to 40 adults** Air Conditioned, non smoking From 6:30 until 10:00 pm Includes dinner, soft drinks, beer and wine, coffee & tea Open bar optional with extra charge US$ 800 Gourmet Restaurant “Calabash†**Groups of 40 up to 80 adults** Air Conditioned, non smoking From 6:30 until 10:00 pm Includes dinner, soft drinks, beer and wine, coffee & tea Open bar optional with extra charge

LOL.. I know!!! Soon it will be over! Thank God.. LOL Eholt- Im walking down to the same song.... Good Choice! I have a group of 14.. I forget did you do a private reception? or just the dinner? Im concerned with doing to much for such a small group but not doing enough since its still my wedding... What are your thoughts or woulds and wouldnts since youve gone through it?

Thank you.. makes complete sense. Now I just have to figure out how to cut my song down or at what point I need to start walking out at.... LOL theres my need to control everything... LOL Good Question!

PAST Brides: Random question- For music selection purposes dor the ceremony, about how long was the walk from inside to the Chuppah at the Suites? Thanks in advance...