Charneice

OMG! Less than two weeks away.  I have been so busy with work all of my plans have gone to the hills. The only thing I got going for me right now is the clothes and the wedding tree. SMH.  But I trust that the beach will be enough for everyone :-).  33 guest booked.  Really excited and I found the perfect shoe today.  Anyone else gonna be at the resort July 26 - Aug. 2? 

I have this dress! I posted pictures of it a while back! It's a great dress. :-)

Originally Posted by BeachBecky2012 

So I think I may have found my dress its from the new White by vera wang collection.... heres a picture!  I love it!

 

 

I have this dress!!! I posted pics of it a while back! It's a great dress. :-)

Hey there,

 

I have been working with Vanessa Jaimes (www.vanessajaimes.com).  She has been great.  My BM and I are going that morning to pick up the flowers from her since my wedding is at 5:30.  Pilar said it was fine if I brought the flowers myself on the resort (though I am sure they will charge some fee to put it on the table! Crazy) but anyway I am just going to do it early Friday morning, I think I will still come out cheaper using her and getting really nice flowers.  Her arrangements are great! I am waiting to get a price quote for what I asked for.  I will let you know when it comes.  

 

 

Charneice

Originally Posted by Sunsilksoy 

Yes Charneice, thanks so much for your response. Pilar finally wrote back and told me about the fee which is not too bad. Diego's pics look awesome as well. I saw that he and Oscar teach workshops together online so I think we're definitely in good hands. Did you ever work it out with the resort on the outside florist?

 

Hi there,

 

I have been really busy with life that the planning comes and goes :-)  Pilar was cool with Diego I just have to pay the fee for him to be on the resort that day.  As a matter of fact before I sent Diego the deposit I emailed Pilar to ask if she knew him and she said no but she went to his site and said his pictures were good :-).  He was actually recommended to me by the photographer you booked, who was not free my day.  So you will be fine!

 

Take care,

Charneice
 

Originally Posted by Sunsilksoy 

Hey Charneice!

 

How is your planning coming?

 

Did Now Jade give you a problem hiring Diego Munoz as your photographer? I was speaking to our DW consultant last night and she got very stern with me about some resorts not allowing local photographers. But it seems like so many brides here go with local photographers outside the package. I sent an email to Pilar and am waiting for a response but our consultant kinda freaked me out because I've already signed a contract and made a deposit with a local. Please give me a heads up when you get a chance. I hope you can send me some good news.

 

I hope all is going gracefully for you.

 

Laura

 

You are getting married two days before me! We will be at Now Jade Resort on July 29, 2011.  I just started an excel spreadsheet to track everything. 
 

Originally Posted by proti007 

YES! I am! Things feel overwhelming right now! I am very, very happy that we picked the date we did (July 27) as I will have ample time to get everything ready before we leave (I'm a teacher; last day of work is June 30, so I have 3 weeks to get everything ready before we leave on July 21st). # months today wooooooohoooooooo!

 

it sure is. Thank you very much :-)
 

Originally Posted by jbmarch2012 

Charneice,

 

Is that the Vera White from David's Bridal? Very NICE!

 

yes it is.  Thanks! :-)

Originally Posted by jbmarch2012 

Charneice,

 

Is that the Vera White from David's Bridal? Very NICE!

 

 

Here is my dress but I am changing the sash to something crystal. It still needs alterations but that won't happen until next month.  90 days to go!

Anyone getting nervous?  I am finding it hard to balance everything - but it will be here before we know it!!! 90 days!! Happy planning! :-)

Hi there. Thanks! I am using Diego Munoz who was recommended by Gonzalo Nunez which so many brides rave about here but was booked for my day.  Diego has been great though and his pictures are awesome.  You can see them here. www.rivieramayaweddingphotographer.com.  I am still figuring out the flowers, but I am pretty sure I am using an outside florist.  The resort flowers are too expensive. The catch is I will have to go pick them up bc there is 350 charge for an outside florist to set up on the resort and I am not paying for that - but we will see.  The florist I have been working with has a website you can see here  http://www.vanessajaimes.com/.  

 

Hope that helps.  I am still figuring out this gift bag thing for my guest. I can't believe that I am in within 90 days. Times flies.
 

Originally Posted by Sunsilksoy 

Hi Charneice! Congrats!! Sounds like everything is going very well We're getting married in June 2012 and I'm wondering if you can let me know who you went with for flowers and also, did you choose their photographer?

 

You look like a beautiful couple. Best of luck & enjoy every minute!!!

 

xo

Laura

 

It depends on which package.  The Divine Dinner is 53 per person and the Eternity is 48.  There is also additional cost for the cocktail hour and the cake.  When you talk to the wedding planner she can help you figure out how to meet your budget if necessary.  I ran into the same problem but decided to just go with it. I am 19 people over right now. Pilar sent me 3 different quotes so that I could see my options for dinner, and I am going to mix up the dinner options to save a little money.  Hope that helps.

Originally Posted by Shannon801 

So me and the FI have been working on our guest list for the ceremony and I was wondering if anyone knew what the cost was per person if you go over the 25 guests included in the packages?

 

Hi Ladies.  Sorry I have been out of the loop. I have been sick and drugged up for the last two weeks.  During that time Pilar actually called me but I missed it. Crazy.  Anyway I hope to link up with her soon.  Any other brides getting married the last week of July?  Here is the info on taking a day trip to the ruins.  Good Luck.

 

The person to email about the excursions is [email protected].  He is really nice.  Here are the rates that I got for 30 people.

 

The tour to Chichen Itza is a full day tour and the option prices are:   $89.00 US Dlls. per person in the regular one / Children from 5 to 10 years old - 30% discount $99.00 US Dlls. per person in the deluxe one / Children from 5 to 10 years old - 30% discount    Both tours include: Guarantee of 30 participants for the tour to guarantee the rate Pick up & drop off private at the hotel Private transportation for the event Toll Fees Stop at Valladolid for a quick visit Entrances to Chichen Itza Official English Speaking Guide YCDMC Staff on board the coach Bottled water on board the coach Cold fresh facial towels after visiting the site Buffet lunch at Xay-Beh Restaurant Gratuities for Driver, Guide and Escort   The deluxe tour includes additional: Stop in a Cenote after Valladolid to swim Soft drinks on board the coach 2 Beers per person on board the coach 2 Drinks per person during lunch at Xay-Beh (soft drinks, bottled water or domestic beer)   The itinerary being a private tour can be adjusted to your needs.  We usually recommend to leave the hotel no later than 7.30 a.m. and the return will be no more than 6.00 p.m.

I got a quote for 950.  I was thinking of buying a cheap(er) dress too.  I can't imagine using the one I have. 

Wow! Bookit.com is great! Thanks ladies - I have been looking all over the internet for tickets as I have folks coming in from everywhere.  Is anyone getting married the last week of July?  We will be there from July 26 - Aug. 2.  How far have you all gotten with planning those who have 4 months or less?  I have a dress (that took a lot but I found the perfect dress :-) and I have about 20 people booked, My TA has actually been great! I found her on line and was a little scared at first because she is in PA and I am in DC but it has been pretty cool,  and I have been talking to Pilar.  I am trying to swap stuff out of the package( I read the board I know it use to be possible and now not so much but it never hurts to ask as I have no use for hair and make up and my friends are photographers professionally, and I am thinking of hiring one)   She hasn't answered me so far, but has been averaging 3 days to 7 days to respond and I just asked on Tuesday.  My FI is vegan (he now eats fish occasionally but NO DAIRY at all)  so I am looking to have a cake shipped.  Nothing really fancy - A grooms cake, but something so that he can eat too :-). I am a part time vegan lol if that is possible.  No meat at all, some fish, and some cheese from time to time. No eggs. So this is going to really interesting as far as food goes.  

 

I also got a group rate on some of the excursions and day trips to the ruins if anyone is interested, and I have rates for outside photographers for the trash the dress. Not sure if I am going to do that. I might order a 100 dress just for the pictures.

 

So much to do! So thankful for this site.  Take care ladies.

 

Charneice

if you find a better one please let me know.  It's coming too fast and I have been so busy I haven't done anything except buy a dress.

 

you can email me too:  [email protected]

Originally Posted by irishdonna 

What's the best thread for now jade? I'm just finding little ones with bits and pieces...

 

I am getting married at the NOW JADE on July 29, 2011!!!!  Looks like we have a lot in common :-)
 

Originally Posted by LHD18 

I'm getting married at the NOW Sapphire Riviera Cancun on July 29, 2011.

 

Hey there.  It looks like we may be there around the same time!!!  Have you decided when you will arrive?  Good luck and happy planning!!!
 

Originally Posted by lsardin1973 

Hello,

 

I know there is a thread for the NOW JADE, but there are about 143 pages so its a bit hard to follow for a newbie.....I was hoping to start a new thread for those who are getting married within the next few months.  I would LOVE to hear from all the ladies who have recently been married at the NOW JADE...the ins and outs, the good, the bad....Pictures or words of advice dealing with the hotel staff. 

 

you can also email me at [email protected]

 

Thank you soo much..

 

My wedding is Aug 4th, 2011

 

Not sure yet. I have combed this site for ideas from other brides.  The best thing I found so far was this website http://www.minimus.biz/ for travel size things.  I am thinking things like power bars, some type of headache medicine, Pepto, Alka Seltzer. . .  I have a very rowdy bunch joining us, so they will need it.  We also have a lot of kids coming which is why I choose Now Jade in the first place so I have to think about something for them. 

I am getting married at Now Jade July 29,2011!  I am not new to this forum but trying to feel my way around!

Hello,

I am a Now Jade Bride too.  Our wedding is July 29, 2011.  I have the dress and. . . that is about it!  44 people have RSVP and booked, so it has become a little overwhelming. . . but I am excited!  I did find a florist in the area that seems cheaper than the resort on the other threads.  I am going to email her this afternoon.  Will post info if she responds.  I am also at a lost for wedding favors as I am not interested in giving away gifts that folks won't use.  Right now I am considering a hangover kit, a beach towel. Any help/ideas would greatly be appreciated.  This site can really be a lot so I am happy to see the new thread!

 

Take Care,

Charneice