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We had the sax before our ceremony and it was really nice.

Originally Posted by amjohnson 

 

I can completely relate. I still go on here for some "fun"....lol. I need to start posting some items for sale. I still catch myself seeing lots of Oot bag items when out shopping.

 

 

 

Yes, I am with you ladies...post nuptual depression....lol

Originally Posted by laurmcco 

Hi everyone! I am planning my wedding at the Barcelo Maya Palace for November 10, 2012. This website has been beyond amazing with advice and ideas! I just booked my date and am beginning to work with Claudia. So, far I know we plan to have a Catholic ceremony in the chapel and I want our reception at one of the open air grills (we have the strawberry passion package). I like the looks of the Palmeras Grill and the Coral Grill. Does anyone have any recommendations for which one is best?

 

Also - Claudia e-mailed me about the early stages for planning the ceremony and asked me to select what music I would like - Violin, flute, saxophone, or musicians (keyboard & bass). She wants me to choose one but I would kind of like to hear each before I make a decision. Can anyone offer their opinion on what they liked based on your experience??

 

Thanks so much!!

Congrats! We used Claudia too, she was fantastic...quite quick with responses, never more than a couple days. Our reception was at Coral Beach, in front of the Coral Grille, was a beautiful setting, the plam trees all lit up, sound of waves crashing. Loved it...

For our ceremony we went with the saxaphone and they were really good. We just decided last minute when we had our meeting with Claudia. Originally we werent going to have any, but I am glad we did. When my father and I first arrived at the hall outside the gazebo, it took me a minute to realize it was for us the music was playing...it filled the halls! Highly recommend the sax...

best wishes Brenners! remember to embrace your day...it happens so fast...

Originally Posted by Manda123 

 

 

It's very easy to change your name in Ontario. I can't imagine it's much different in Alta. I'm changing my last name. I'm a teacher, and it's becoming "official" next week for the start of semester 2. It's going to be weird hearing a different name. It will take some getting used to! I like the idea of combining your maiden name with your new name!

 

I don't know about the other provinces, but in Ontario, you have to wait for three months before changing you name "legally"...boo to that I say...I have begun using my new last name for everything else. 

Originally Posted by JayKay 

 

So today is the last day of January, and it makes me kind of sad!  That means no more January 2012 weddings after today!  I guess that means we all should be married now!

I have been feeling kinda sad since our day was over...all that planning and anticipation, and now its done...part happy, part sad...

I love the lanterns with flowers hanging from the chairs...beautiful!

Holls213...I used the Barcelo salon for my hair and makeup. They did a fabulous job on my hair, I loved it. My makeup was a little heavy handed for my liking. I did ask her to lighten it and she did somewhat. I don't normally wear a lot of make up and so the dramatic eye make up looked nice, but was just too heavy for me...I was able to fix it in the room afterwards and I think it turned out nice. When I asked my 3 year old if she like my make up, she said "Mommy you look like a scary ghost!" Hard to not laugh or cry...here is a photo.

we had our reception at Coral Beach...in front of the Coral Grill...I think that was the name, correct me if I am wrong ladies, we just told Claudia that was the place we wanted and it was fine as ours was the only wedding that day. There was no extra for the lights as the palm trees are already wrapped with lights...I think the $5 charge is for the locations that they have to decorate more...I highly reccommend the location in front of the Coral Grill as it was perfect!

we were just married last Wednesday, and they allowed my daughter to throw real rose petals...they cleaned them up right away....even later on in the evening there was always someone close by to sweep them up...we found it kind of funny. I don't know about fake petals though

You all look so beautiful ladies!!! Congratulations! We arrived home this morning after a LONG day of travelling and delays, but my bed feels soooo good today...I couldn't sleep too long and thought I would post a couple shots my photographer shared with me....I can hardly wait to see more...we had the most perfect day in every way!!! Avens, our dresses were very similar!!!

When I can think straight, I will put together a review...

Oh my gosh, JayKay...so sorry to hear that!!! I am happy you enjoyed the wedding day...too bad for the drama...I am hoping for a drama free trip, but with my mother there is always some sort of drama...lol

Avens! Welcome back, and congratulations!!! Sorry to hear of your few bumps...Your wedding looked beautiful! We are on the final countdown now... 

My FI had 2 linen suits custom made, but unfortunately neither of them fit him...they are too small. So we went to Tommy Bahama and his attire is less formal, but at least fits him!  The suits are nicely made just don't fit him, if anyone in the GTA is interested, we are willing to sell one or both suits. Message me for pics and [email protected] 

FI has white gold, he had wanted tungsten, but changed his mind at the last minute...I love the look of tungsten, but the whole not being able to cut it worried me.

Soooo glad I found this thread! Love so many of the ideas!

We are gonna use I'm yours by Jason Mraz too...I am stumped on a processional though, maybe just the traditional, but my 3 year old daughter will be spreading flower petals down the aisle so maybe something more fun for her. Both my girls are not able to make it to my wedding anymore so she is it. I was thinking Right Here (Departed) is fun, but Somewhere over the Rainbow she knows...

Our first dance is to Your Love is My Love by Whitney Houston...FI picked it and I was shocked and I really like it. My Dad is a big Led Zepplin fan so I have chosen Thank You for our dance....

Now to finish the music for through dinner and then for after the mariachi plays...I wish we could have them all night!!!

How excited are you!? 16 more days till we leave!!! 

Originally Posted by kya101 

Hey we're wedding date twins!!!
 

 

Congrats Avens! Have a fantastic time! Best wishes for the most beautiful wedding day...

We are there January 21st-28th, married on the 25th!!! I will want to hear all about yours, Avens! Love reading the reviews.

Jess102784,

Great review! Congratulations!!! Glad you had a wonderful time! We too have Claudia as our WC and are staying at the Palace this January, I hate to wish away Xmas, but I can hardly wait...

oh but the boutonnaires look like this...

this is my inspiration picture for my flowers...hopefully they look as similar as possible!

Originally Posted by Brenners 

 

Yes, the cost is per string.  Not sure on the cost.  Once I find out from my WC, then I will share with you.

 

 

 

Heard back from Claudia today...the cost is $5 per string. You would think that lighting would be included in the Strawberry Passion Package. You have to pay for candles as well if you don't bring your own. They really get you once you are there, thank goodness for all the good tips on this forum...Hope there aren't alot of other hidden costs when we get there. I mean we can afford the extra for lighting, but really...? What if someone couldn't? They'd be eating dinner in the dark?! Lol...silly! 

thanks! I sent off a request from my WC as well  

ooops! **hope not