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Hi All, My fiance and I are getting married in Savannah, GA next October. We're in the process of renting a city square for our ceremony and now we need to find a reception venue for about 60 people. My fiance really wants to have a low-key reception at a nice restaurant whereas I would rather have a reception at a historic home or garden. Is there anything inbetween? I've already looked at the Mansion at Forsyth Park and that is too expensive and the Harper Folkes house is not available. Other ideas? Thanks! Also, any other Savannah brides out there? Feel free to post about your wedding here!

I looked at that resort closely. Your wedding is going to me amazing. Best wishes on everything!

Thanks everyone for your support and kind words. You'd think people would be jumping at the chance to have a tropical vacation, but no it's this huge deal. I'm looking at local vendors, but my heart is only halfway in it...But then we could have a killer honeymoon...

NM, Jaykay, I see your signature now! LOL.

Thanks for the perspective. My dad just called to tell me he'll support me no matter what, especially if it is my dream...but that other people (like my stepmom) may be upset if I choose a DW because it is insensitive to family members who may not be able to afford to come. JayKay--where did you end up having your DW? And I find it really interesting that you might have preferred to elope in hindsight.

Hi All, I know there have been quite a few posts like these over the years and I know my position is not unique, but I really need some support right now. I am having the hardest time getting people to like/understand my destination wedding dream. I want to do something really small and simple at a tropical locale, perhaps 20-25 people tops. I have a big family, so 10 of those people are just immediate family members...and it's the immediate family members who are the toughest to deal with. My dad and stepmom say they will support us but have been less than enthusiastic about it and I sent them a long e-mail about how this is really my dream and how unsupported I feel, and they just replied that they are discussing it and will get back to me. My fiance's parents are moving to Saudi Arabia (from our hometown) and do not want us to do a tropical DW, but would prefer something in Europe or back home so it would be easier for them to get to. My mom and stepdad are fine with it and say they'll be there no matter what, but I know they can't really afford it. We're all solidly middle class, and while this DW won't cost more than an annual vacation, most of my family has stopped taking annual vacations since the recession. So, at what point do you just give up your dream and do something else? I would rather elope than have a wedding at home. I just imagine a hometown wedding being mega-boring and neither my fiance or I are into the idea. However, I have heard from several family members (my mom and my sister) that they would have a really difficult time not being there for me...and I do really want them to be there... Am I just being selfish? Should I pick the most affordable option and give up my dream of a DW? I am so tired of people giving me ideas and telling me what they think I should do (which is always the most convenient option for them). I have a vision and I feel like anything less would be sad...of course, I also have overwhelming guilt that I am being a huge brat about this. HELP! What should I do? P.S. Locations on the short list are Puerto Vallarta, St John, St Lucia and Jamaica. I am looking for something with beaches and mountains so that people can do lots of activities, plus I want a vista at my ceremony...not just the white sandy beach thing, but something a little more scenic.

I found this beautiful location in Puerto Vallarta and I want to know the name of the venue and how I can get in contact with them. I found the picture on a wedding planning website and I am not really keen on asking them where this photo was taken....So have you seen this venue before? Did you get married here? If so, please contact me! Thanks! http://www.all-inclusive-weddings.com/puerto-vallarta-weddings.html

Best wishes this weekend! This all sounds FABULOUS and very close to my ideal wedding. Would you be willing to share how much you ended up spending at Sandal's for the ceremony with extras and everything? I'm trying to get an idea of the realistic cost, because i realize the prices on their site don't cover everything you need. Please review the resort and wedding staff when you get back. Also, how many people are you expecting? You can private message me if you don't want to share publicly and forgive me for asking such a personal question, but it's just that St. Lucia is super high on my list right now... Thanks and I hope you have a wonderful time!