Katiem2012

April 2012

Jamie & Mark (J-me) - April 21, 2012 - Aentura Cove Palace, Riviera Maya

Gina & Jim (ginalynn22) - April 11, 2012 - Breezes Curacao

Liza & Howard (schmizer) - April 21, 20012 Royal Lahaina Resort, Maui
Katie & Matt (KatieM2012) - April 28, 2012 Grand Palladium Palace Resort and Spa

May 2012

Sharon & Dennis (Sharon99) - May 3, 2012 - Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico

Koretta & Marcus May 8, 2012

Carolyn & Tysen (TropicLover) - May 11, 2012 - Ocean Coral & Turquesa, Puerto Morelos

Kerri & Nathan (KerriCornell) - May 16, 2012 - Now Jade Riviera Cancun

Jamie & Ryan (Jamie5280) - May 31st, 2012 - Moon Palace Golf and Spa Resrot

June 2012

Kristen & Greg (kristen6212)-June 2, 2012-Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Julie & Steve (julietisurs) - June 2, 2012 - Gran Porto Real, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Shannon & Kostya (ssapper) - June 9, 2012 - Dreams Riviera Cancun

August 2012
Cathy and Charles - August 2012

Adrienne & Adam - August 11, 2012 - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Sheryllyn & A - August 11, 2012 - Punta Cana, DR Majestic Colonial

Kristina & Blair - August 31, 2012 - Secrets Maroma Beach, Riviera Maya

September 2012

Casey & Eric (KCDawn) - September 29, 2012 - Secrets Maroma Beach, Riviera Maya Mexico

October 2012
Chelsea & Eric (DWBride615) - October 13, 2012 - Rome, Italy (Odescalchi Castle)

Lara & Jay (larazach) - October 3, 2012 - Azul Sensatori, Riviera Maya

February 2013

Kiel & Kayla (kkeeve01)- February 26, 2013 - Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, Playa del carmen 

Tamara & Chris (tkuzma)- February 7, 2013 - Azul Sensatori, Riviera Maya

April 2013

Erica & Brian (airica26)- April 10, 2013, Moon Palace, Cancun, Mexico

May 2013

Tova & Justin (ChocoTaco7568) - May 18, 2013. Now Jade Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

Yea we paid to pick our seats... and we had requested with our TA back in September when we fully paid that she request seats together for the group (except my FI and I as we were upgraded).... but apparently there was a mix up... we're working on getting it fixed.. apparently everyone else on the flight has already picked their seats so there are none left... which I dont find acceptable since we requested it in Sept... hopefully it'll be fixed sooner rather than later considering we leave in a week and a half....
 

Originally Posted by Krysta lee ann 

all i can say is the squeaky wheel gets the grease! especially with sunwing! i was furious with them and kept complaining and complaining and finally got what i wanted...... there is no reason they cant move seats. did you guys pay for preselected seats? if not then they shouldnt be giving them out til you leave and if you did then you should be allowed to select your own seats!! wth!! good luck!
 

 

So exciting!! Hope your day is beautiful and perfect!!
 

Originally Posted by capecodder 

We are leaving for the airport in a few short hours!!  Getting married on Tuesday!!

 

Can't wait to get to the airport and get on the plane!!  Fingers crossed we don't have to pay that much extra for our luggage!

We're flying Sunwing as well and were automatically upgraded to their Elite Plus as well. You get priority boarding, more checked baggage weight and two carry ons (plus your dress!)

Now my TA is currently arguing with Sunwing because they mixed up the seats on our plane. We have guests flying out of Toronto, Halifax and Ottawa... and on one of the flights they have a 6 year old sitting ALONE away from his mother on the plane both there and back... and Sunwing seems to think that there is nothing they can do....  So I'm not impressed right now considering we leave on the 25th and it's still not sorted out...

Originally Posted by Allie2012 

Hi Krysta, Can I ask how you were upgraded to first class on Sunwing? Did you have your travel agent call for you, or did you contact them yourself and tell them you are getting married? Our wedding is not until next month, but we are also flying Sunwing and it would be fantastic to have that extra baggage allowance!
 

 

We're paying $60/photographer for the day and another $60/photographer for the night. Carolina did tell us that many of their costs are going up effective May 1st, I'm not sure if vendor fees are included in that....

Originally Posted by elektrokitty 

Hello

Does anyone know how much the vendor fee is for 2012??

Beachbum - I'm sure everything is going to come together perfectly! Just keep reminding yourself of the sun and relaxation thats waiting for you in just a few days...

I can't believe how fast time has flown! We leave 2 weeks tomorrow. So excited and nervous!

Beautiful! I love the touch of green!!
 

Originally Posted by beachbum21 

I got my approval pic as well from Bloom Bridal.. she's been a busy lady! What do you girls think??

 

 

 

They are so pretty! I love them! But I liked it without them hanging down as well....
 

Originally Posted by janette34 

Ok so here is my update on the flowers.  Would love to hear your opinions.

 

Do I keep as is or do I get rid of the hanging orchids all together?

Congrats on booking!

I had the same concerns as you and wanted to book it ASAP. Carolina told me the same thing when I wanted to reserve the DJ and beach party so far in advance. I pretty much emailed her back and explained that part of the reason we decided on the Grand Palladium was based upon these options and I wanted the guarentee that we could have these. She emailed me back within a few days to confirm!

Hope this helps!

Originally Posted by jenmheadrick 

Congrats!!! Thats SO exciting!

We are booked for April 16th, 2013!!!

I was wondering, are you doing the beach party option? If so, were you allowed to book already?

I wanted to book just in case there were other weddings on my date that also wanted to beach party. I spoke to Carolina but she said to wait until January to book our dinner and dance party. I thought that sure was a ways away and I'm sure there are other brides who will also want the same restaurant or dance party as us. 

Thanks for the info!

Congrats!! Hope you have an amazing time!!!

Originally Posted by jenjosh2012 

Leaving for the airport in 30min for our Los Cabos wedding April 8!!!!!!!! EEEEEEEEEKKKKKKKKK!!! Sooooo excited! Good luck to all you ladies!!!

Good luck Canadiangirl!! It'll be amazing! I can't believe how the time has flown by! Countdowns are definitely on janette34! I leave in 27 days! So excited!!!

These are so helpful! I was having some serious writers block after writing everything else!!

Has anyone had any luck finding sparklers in the DR? I really love the idea... but I can't find info anywhere...

We're ordering ours from Studio Suits (http://www.studiosuits.com/) and they have reviews on here as well (http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/products/studiosuits-linen-suits-99/reviews). We ordered my FI his last night and once we see how the material is and the sizing we're going to order the rest of the groomsmen theirs. They are actual linen suits so alot lighter than the typical suit... I'll post my review once it's in

Originally Posted by swojdyla 

Where r u guys getting the groom's suit from? My fiancé is telling me he is having a hard time finding one haha

I requested a Pinterest account about a week and a half ago and was just added yesterday... so they should send you one soon!

We're at the Grand Palladium in Punta Cana so it would make sense that the sunsets are at different times... I'm still confused how they can think the suns completely gone by shortly after 6 though... I've been to Mexico and Punta Cana and I remember it being light out when I would walk to dinner for 7ish... and it being completely dark when I left... then again thats in Jan-Feb... Obviously the photographers and WC's know best lol

Our WC told us that sunset will be just after 6 on the 28th as well!

Where are you having your wedding? You're the first person I've found with the same date as me
 

Originally Posted by FranticBride2be 

Hey,

 

We ended up booking for 5 instead of 4 or 5 30.  Fi thinks I'll be running late (which I won't be), so he says it will work out to 530 anyways.  O well, I'll play it by ear and see how it turns out.  We're getting married April 28th, and sunset is supposed to be 712.  I think the WC must have been confused when she told me the sunsets at 605...

Yea she basically told me to wait until we get closer to the date... they only have one judge for all of Punta Cana (or so I've heard) so depending on their schedule sometimes times have to change... I'll probably ask again in Marchish..

Originally Posted by DRPrincesa 

The same here! 1:00pm ceremony and hoping hey move it to a later time.  I was harassing her at one point but I will wait til we get a little closer to the day.  LOL

 

Congrats Kat! Hope you have a fantastic week!

Originally Posted by kat2012 

So ladies, This is it We are leaving tomorrow. I am sure I will pop in on here while we are travelling (It is hard to stay away) But anyways, if I won;t come here again till after the wedding. Merry Xmas to everyone and happy planning

I wish ours could be scheduled a little be later. Our WC said the only time the judge was available on our date (April 28th) is at 1:00pm. It's going to be so hot! Hopefully they have to move it later, I'd much rather it be closer to the time of our reception dinner which is at 6:00... 3:00pm or 4:00pm would be perfect for me!

I'm getting married in April 2012 as well! on the 28th at the Grand Palladium. Congrats to everyone!

beautiful pics! Seeing everyones TTD pics makes me really excited for mine, only 5 months!!!

Ekk! I'm definitely in need of some accountability! I'm about 5 months away from my big day and have just started heading to the gym on a regular basis.... well I should say I had started... then last week I kinda slipped and I haven't been in a week... I'm looking for something else to do on my days off from the gym, that I can do at home. Any suggestions?

Good luck to all my fellow 2012 brides!

Hi Kris2012,

It's great to find someone else getting married at the Grand Palladium!!

How has your planning been going so far? I feel like there is still tons left... but so much that I really can't do until we get there..

Originally Posted by Kris2012 

Hi Katiem2012,

 

I just wanted to hello because we're both from Ottawa, getting married in April at the Grand Palladium Punta Cana. My date is the 18th, happy planning!
 

 

Out WC suggested that we have them translated at the Consult... We're going to the one in Montreal to have everything notarized/translated and to sign our single affidavit... Below is all of the info that was emailed to me from the Consult, including their pricing and their email is [email protected]... Hope this helps!

Wedding instructions

Please follow these instructions very carefully to avoid any delay on the process of your
documents.

v Valid Passport*
v Original Birth Certificate* *
v Single Status Affidavit and Divorce Act**. (original and notarized by a Notary Public
or a Commissioner of oaths when send it by mail) find a sample of the Single Status
affidavit below.
v A minimum of two witnesses and a maximum of 8 (2 of them must not be blood
relative) aged 18 years or over. The remaining 6 witnesses could be members of your
family as stipulated on the provision No. 659 of the current legal law in the Dominican
Republic. Foreignness witnesses need to hold a valid passport. If you do no provide
the witnesses the hotel will provide them for free.
v You should be at the hotel 48 hours before the date of the wedding if no possible,
please contact your wedding planner to help you in this matter. This rule has been
place by the hotels in order to have your wedding well organized. It is no mandatory by
the law.
v Translation into Spanish of the Single Status Affidavit, Birth Certificate, Divorce Act
and Death Certificate if widowed ( It may be done at the Dominican Republic General
Consulate for a fee)
v Legalization of the Single Status Affidavit and Divorce Act by the Dominican Republic
General Consulate.
v If you are able to sign your Single Status Affidavit before a Dominican Consular
representative at this Dominican Republic General Consulate, you do not need to
notarize them with a Canadian notary. Please book for an appointment just by calling
the Consul of the Dominican Republic in Montreal Raquel Jacobo de Cabral at
(514) 991-4909 or (514) 284-5455

* To legalize your documents at this Dominican Republic General Consulate, a photocopy of your
passport will be adequate; you do no have to send the original one. The birth certificate does not
need to have your parent's name on it since you are including the name of your parents in your
single status declaration. However, you must take all your original documents to the hotel in the
Dominican Republic.

** Translated into Spanish and legalized by this Dominican Official Consulate.

Legal Fees in U$ funds:
The cost to legalize a document is 100.00U$ per document
The cost to translate a document is 40U$ per document

The cost of your package is as follow:
40$x4 to translate both Birth Certificate and two single status affidavit = 160$US

100$x4 to legalize two single status affidavit and two birth certificates= 400.00$US.
If both of you are single never married U$560.00. If one of you is divorced an additional U$140 is
added to make a total of U$700.00 and if both of you are divorced you have to add U$280 to make
a total of U$840.00.

NOTICE:
It is important for you to know that once your documents are legalized by us, they will be valid for
three (3) consecutive months from the legalization date. A divorce bride cannot say “I do†until 10
months have passed after her official divorce, except her intended husband is the same person
she has divorced. If this situation applies to you, please let us know as there may be new legal
changes on this matter.

It could take five to seven business days for the documents to be completed if send them by mail.

Please contact Mrs. Yadira Henriquez de Cabral and Mrs. Pilar Asencio from our wedding and
business Department. They are willing to help you organize and smooth the progress of your
wedding preparations. Contact them at the phone number: (514) 991-4909 (514) 284-5455 or
email: [email protected]

Send your documents to: The General Consulate of the Dominican Republic in Montreal
1470 Peel Street Suite 366 Montreal, Quebec H3A 1T1
Attention to Yadira Henriquez de Cabral

Please include a pre-paid envelope to return your documents by mail.
Payment must be done by a certified cheque or money order in US funds payable to the Dominican
Republic General Consulate, if you are coming in person you may want to pay cash in U$ funds.

Dominican Republic General Consulate in Montreal
1470 Peel St. Suite 263, Montreal, Quebec
H3A 1T1

STATUTORY DECLARATION OF SINGLE STATUS
(Retype the whole document with your own information; this is just a sample)

CANADA Province of _________
IN THE MATTER OF: the marriage between [full name of both parties*]

I, [Full Name as in passport] of the City of __________in the Province of ________ DO
SOLEMNLY AND SINCERELY DECLARE THAT:

I am [full name*], born as [name as it appears in Birth Certificate] on [date of birth] in [place of
birth].
I am a Canadian citizen with passport No. _______ who resides at [full address].
I intend to marry [full name*] in the [Hotel Name] in [City], Dominican Republic during the
week of [approximately date of marriage].
I am single and have never been married before [if divorced, please put: I am divorced as
per divorce certificate No. _______ as of [date of divorce]. During my previous matrimony I
was known as [name as appears on divorce certificate]. To the best of my knowledge and
belief there is no legal impediment or other lawful cause to prevent me from getting married.
I am currently employed as a [occupation].
The names of my parents are _______________, Mother and ________________, Father.

AND, I make this Solemn Declaration faithfully believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the
same force and effect as if made under oath and by virtue of the Canada Evidence Act and the
Dominican Republics laws

DECLARED before me at [City] ____________, province of______________this ___day of the
month of_____________, year________

Name and signature of the Notary Public if the documents will be sent by mail.
If the document will be signed in person at this General Consulate you have to put the name of the
Consul Raquel Jacobo de Cabral
 

Originally Posted by nbissell 

Hi Ladies,  Are you having a legal wedding in Punta Cana?  I'm getting married in June 2012 and am having trouble finding a place to get my documents translated.  Do you have any suggestions?