jamie0820

So glad you had a nice experience!

 

Originally Posted by Oryx 

The rehearsal dinner was at the steakhouse restaurant, but we did in fact have our welcome dinner at the buffet.  Not all of our guests arrived on the first night, but we really wanted to unload some of our loot bags and see everyone and exchange room numbers, etc.  The buffet seemed like a good option because people were tired and just getting their bearings and it was easy to find.  There were 17 of us and it was not a problem to get seating for us.  Everyone was excited and mingling and the buffet provided a nice, casual atmosphere for us to chat and for people to get to know eachother. 

 

Our server at the buffet was Alfredo and he was awesome!  Someone mentioned that we were getting married and he pulled the band over to play for us and dance and sing... it was great!   There was this short little waiter guy shakin' what his mama gave him... it was a riot. 

 

 

I can imagine the importance of that!  We're getting married in our local courthouse first (I guess we need to figure that out too) probably the week before the wedding, and then just doing the symbolic ceremony on the beach. 

Originally Posted by Line M 

 

Jamie:

I think so but maybe its a month before when we have to send the planning guide. I am starting to work on the legal documents needed to get a civil marriage. I can't believe its less than 6 months away!

Yeah they tell you to use bottled water to brush your teeth! 

But also I guess when they wash food it's with the water, right? 

Dress looks great!

I haven't tried the new laughing cow flavors...which ones have you tried and what is your favorite?

Yes
 

Originally Posted by summafool1 

jamie are you getting married aat the elegance?

These flowers look amazing!

Originally Posted by adevnturelovers 

love your decorations....what flowers r in your bridal bouquet?

 

I agree---how pretty and romantic!

Etsy is great---haven't attempted to look at jewelry there yet!  Probably not the best idea for my wallet

I think people have convinced me to register for gifts for people that cannot attend the wedding (which is probably a lot of people).  I suppose it's a good idea, but I'm reluctant!

That is a really cute idea!  Didn't think of that----I also like the idea of postcards, but I'm not sure of the logistics of it.  Do you buy them at the hotel and then have guests sign during the wedding?  Do you put them in welcome bags already stamped and have them send it to us? 

 

Originally Posted by Lizzdee 

I am going to get a nice authentic map of Turks and Caicos and have everyone sign that. Then frame it when we get back.

Hahah I love the bunny!
 

Originally Posted by sunsetbride1 

How fun !!!! It looks like you had a fabulous time.. I love the pics and your shirt is so funny!

Aww that's really cute. 

Originally Posted by Pucca 

My friend had a DW in Hawaii and her guestbook looked similar to this:

 

http://www.lilypondcards.com/wedding%20wish%20tree%20ivory%20silver.jpg

 

I thought it was a creative alternative to a guestbook.

 

I know!  I went to a destination wedding in Mexico and some people did get "sick" but nothing that we couldn't joke about----Plus immodium works wonders!  As long as it's not vomiting and food poisoning right?  Although it does seem like some people have gotten that. 

But you're right---I dont want to be blamed either, especially since it's not cheap to go!  I'll feel real bad that most people are forking out 3k for a week and end up sitting on the john the whole time. 
 

Originally Posted by summafool1 

yeah im starting to stress as well ..lol not fun! if it was just me and my fiance going thats one thing..but when ur bringing family and friends-i dont want to be blamed for a bad resort choice if they are all getting sick!

Man oh man!  I guess it depends on how much people want to drink   Yeah I dunno----Luckily we don't have to choose any of this til we get there right?

Good ideas---I didnt even think about a welcome dinner.

Love the advice thank you!

Great job!

These invitations are really pretty!  How creative!

Oh i think it's per hour!

I just started looking at the "additional services" page that we were sent, and you're right---it's crazy.

Yeah---Anyone check out the elegance brides page on Facebook?  Someone wrote a horrible review recently on the food, the wedding coordinator (who happens to be the lady I'm using), and other things. 

My fiance told me to stop reading them, lol.

good questions ladies!

Ohhhhh.  Every resort is different! 

Wow this is beautiful----I havent seen this at Davids?
 

Originally Posted by MissHoneyBee 

I'm loving this David's Bridal strapless in "Cognac," the beautiful color my wonderful Fiance chose. :-)  I found their dress days after I asked them to be BM's.  FI has his tux!  Too bad I'm just starting to dress shop now!

 

That is beautiful