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those must be new.... we had Kahlua on 2 layers and Tres Leches on the 3rd and they were pretty good...

We went Seaside and after seeing both we'd choose the Seaside again...we thought it was prettier...

I would definitely suggest moving it to the beach. The Las Palmas will be way too squishy, plus you can have your reception longer at the beach with less complaints (sometimes at the Las Palmas they'll shut you down earlier than 10:30 due to noise complaints since it is right in front of the older tower). We loved having it on the beach and wouldn't do it anywhere but there if we were to do it over!

Our "Save the Dates" went out about a 10 months in advance with invites containing final details about 8 months in advance and final RSVPs about 6 months in advance as we had a group rate on vacation packages that expired about 6 months before departure. Then if anyone wanted to come after that date they had to make their own arrangements.

You could just carry it with you then leave all of them there except maybe one or two as a keep sake for yourself OR give them away to your guests, then you don't have to carry them all back.... just an idea ;o)

Are you going to be there a few days ahead of time? If so, have you thought about just going in to PV and picking up some cheap vases etc and candles?? If you are going to ship some things down definitely use FedEx or DHL. We had copies of our marriage certificates sent from PV to Alberta, Canada via DHL and they arrived in about 5-7 days time no problem. However it was $40 just for a few pieces of paper.... something to keep in mind.

When we were looking at flowers for our bouquets I believe that we were told that orchids would be extra and very expensive.... if that's true (and I'm remembering correctly) that could be why your bouquet was quoted at so much.... ?

The photographer was included from the time we started getting dressed (about 2pm as our ceremony was at 3pm) till we cut the cake, which was at about 9:45pm... the only extra we paid for was I believe about $500 to buy a cd of all the photos taken (edited and unedited)...

oops I meant "their". not "there...

When Rebeca left back in the fall and my wedding was only about 2 months away I never received an email that she was or had left until after I sent an email asking who I was corresponding with as I had read on this forum that she had left weeks before... there communication sucks! After I asked THEN I received the email saying she had left...

OMG... that's like 4-5 wedding coordinators in a year!!!!!!!!! I'm surprised anyone takes that job with all the turnover. Obviously there is something wrong... I know part of it is that Dreams PV holds way too many weddings for what they are able to handle and that's why there are so many issues. To accomodate the 250-300 weddings per year that they (Dreams PV) want to hold they need to have a minimum of 3-4 at minimum coordinators, not 1 or 2.

You could send a private message to the person who left the review on tripadvisor to inquire.... I've done that many times.

No, they are included (or at least were when we were there in January, but they seem to change things on a wim)... unless maybe that bride wanted extra waiters or if that was for having them stay longer than the allotted reception time....??

Here are pics of our flowers (bouquets, centerpieces, flowers for huppa, boutonniere... I couldn't find a clear photo of a corsage):

Re: Legal Marriage in Puerto Vallarta, MX We had a legal marriage in PV, Mexico in January. It was very simple and only took a total of about 2 hrs including the taxi ride to and from. We were met at the resort by the coordinator who accompanied us to the lab (it was across from the Walmart) then we walked a short distance to a community centre to watch a 20 min or so video on the sanctity of marriage. 2 hours might even be an exaggeration. The lab stop was quick and the girl did a fine job. It was basically the same as is done at home (well in Canada at least) except the blood was drawn into a syringe appose to an individual vile then poured into the vile. The needles were all individually packaged. The total cost was $350 USD (cash) and included: Provide you with the necessary paperwork for your civil ceremony in Puerto Vallarta, depending on your nationality Verify all your documents to make sure you have everything you need Receive your documents one month prior to take to and from assigned translator in Puerto Vallarta Make arrangement for date and time with the judge at the judge’s office Once you arrive to Puerto Vallarta, during the week prior to your wedding date, we personal take you to a pre-marital video watching (DIF) & mandatory blood test; we will return you to the hotel. We retrieve the blood test and necessary paperwork and deliver everything to the judge’s office to be entered for your ceremony Presence the day of the ceremony to assist with verbal translation if needed. Translation of 2 birth certificates (add cost applies for extra documents such as divorce decree or naturalization certificate). DIF meeting 2 blood tests and doctor certification. Judge’s transportation The company that coordinated this was called Incredible Weddings & Events... here is there website link: www.vallartaincredibleweddings.com The person whom we coordinated everything with via email was Patricia Romo. The wonderful young lady who picked us up for the tests and video then translated at our wedding was Diana (not sure of last name). To solve the legalizing back home we ordered a translated copy of the marriage certificate, which was $40 USD + $35 Admin fee + shipping ($45USD FedEx to Canada or $7 reg mail). This suffices our provincial requirements anyways. We are happy that we opted for the legal marriage and everyone was wonderful! We wanted to get married on our anniversary of dating, which was the same day (a couple years later) that we were engaged and we wanted this day to be known by all as our wedding day, not just us. Hope this helps out those who are wondering the details... any questions, let me know

Here are the list of Mexican main course items that Rebeca gave us last year and I had Louise honour: Salads: CACTUS SALAD WITH CHEESE GREEN SALAD WITH BELL PEPPERS, MUSHROOMS, CORN AND FRIED TORTILLA ON SLICES Creams & Soups: POBLANA CREAM MELTED CHEESE WITH CHORIZO Main Courses: GRILLED ARRACHERA DRESSED ON A GUAJILLO SAUCE SERVED ON BLACK BEANS BEAD AND A CORN ON A SIDE POBLANO CHILLI STUFFED WITH CHEESE WITH A TOMATO SAUCE AND RICE WITH CORN TORTILLAS FISH FILLET VERACRUZANA STYLE (TOMATO, VEGETABLES AND ONIONS) Desserts: CAJETA (candy milk) FLAN CAJETA CREPES A mini bar with Mexican candies The options we chose were (made 2 menus)...the ones I personally tried have a ** beside them: GREEN SALAD WITH BELL PEPPERS, MUSHROOMS, CORN AND FRIED TORTILLA ON SLICES POBLANA CREAM MELTED CHEESE WITH CHORIZO ** (comes with small corn tortillas) GRILLED ARRACHERA DRESSED ON A GUAJILLO SAUCE SERVED ON BLACK BEANS BEAD AND A CORN ON A SIDE ** (my husband's choice, but I tried and it was good) POBLANO CHILLI STUFFED WITH CHEESE WITH A TOMATO SAUCE AND RICE WITH CORN TORTILLAS ** (my main course) CAJETA CREPES (caramel crapes) ** (I had picked the strawberry mouse on the Golden menu, but again I tried the crapes and they were good...quite sweet, but tasty) The Mexican appies we were as follows (I these on this forum as Mexican options were not willingly supplied....weird considering it was to take place in MEXICO.... go figure )... again the ones with the ** are the options we chose and all were really good! Ceviche in chalupa ** Guacamole and salsa with totopos ** Tostadas of beef Salpicón Panela cheese in chipotle sauce Chile stuffed with tuna salad Acapulco shrimp ceviche on tartlets ** Mini tamales Mini tacos dorados Chicken and cheese turnovers Sopes with Mexican sausage ** Chile popper ** Then we chose the Boursin cheese canape from the regular options (and this was very good).

Mine was clean, but not dry as I went there right after the shower. They hadn't told me otherwise and nothing was said so I wouldn't worry about it too much if you don't get a chance to dry before you go. Bianca just dried it when I arrived...took all of about 5 minutes.

There is a one stall washroom just before the entrance to the Seaside Grill. This is the one we used. It is probably only used by the patrons of the grill. Maybe put a note on the basket that the products are for the wedding guests and hopefully most people will respect it...

Just an FYI that the salon is not very big (I don't even recall room for 6 people to get their hair done at the same time as I only remember 4 stations, but I may be mistaken)....that could be why they didn't want everyone to show at the same time, but heck give it a try!

We were married this past January and picked 2 menu options (set menu 1 and set menu 1 then asked each guest to pick either #1 or #2). With each name place holder we wrote either #1 or #2 so the servers knew whom to serve what. Man are they getting inflexible and stingy... I think brides should start seriously considering other resorts for their big day....

When they say 4 hour reception that includes a 1 hour cocktail hour if you are having the cocktail hour. If not then you should have 4 hours for the actual reception (dinner, dancing, etc). We paid $10 / person for 1 hour extra in January 2011..... we had a 1 hour cocktail hour and 4 hour reception (last hour at extra cost).

How many people are attending your wedding? According to their website you need a minimum of 60 people for a buffet (however they may make exceptions...for a price of course). Again, according to their website the buffet ranges from $45 - $60 / person depending on the menu option you choose... that could also be old pricing as from what I recall this was the same as about a year ago, but I may be mistaken. Here is the link http://www.dreamsresorts.com/drepv/wedding-extras.html.

I'm not sure about the wine cellar, but below is what I received on Dec. 21 '10 from Louise in regards to the bonfire (I see now however on your posts that your wedding is January 2012 so it's possible that is 2012 pricing, but still there is no reason for such an increase...that's absurd and I still wouldn't go for it in my opinion...): It is a total of $300 and that includes chairs around a bonfire with marshmellows, hot chocolate and cookies. And a waiter and full bar service.

We had our bonfire in January 2011 and we paid $300 total ... 3 months ago and that was the 2011 pricing (no mention of up to certain amount of people etc). We had 23 people. I think this resort needs to be boycotted...there customer service sucks and just seems to be getting worse. Sorry...a little rant...it just ticks me off when I keep reading that type of nonsense. Stick to your guns...$300 and not a penny more!