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That being said.....choosing/downloading all the music was time consuming and one of the stressful points of preparing for the wedding....

We did not use a dj but did have my brothers do the mcing. Ana is correct that there is a staff member there to run the sound system (we used iPod with different playlists for the evening....guests being seated for ceremony, entrances for ceremony, dinner playlist, dance playlist and then specific songs for the special dances). Our mcs moved the night along...they just signal the music guy to turn it down and make whatever announcement they needed to then the music was turned back up (it worked very well).

The beach is not rocky (there are a few spots with some rocks around one of the volleyball courts but no one used water shoes). The beach/water definitely has seaweed (the grass type not the slimy stuff)....they do clean the beach regularly though. It didn't phase my guests to have a bit of grass in the water - temperature was phenomenal!

The system at the resort is iPod compatible for sure!

Room clarification: The junior suite rooms will not have a view of the ocean (maybe of the pool, garden, etc.), junior suite ocean view will not directly face the ocean but will have a view of the ocean from the balcony (the same as the basic junior suite but higher up...ours was an inner room with an extensive view of the ocean and kids pool), one of our guests stayed in the Ocean front master suite (was on main floor, ocean front, two full rooms basically....one was the bedroom with bathroom and the other was like a living room/dining table and second half bath, terrace had shower, jacuzzi tub....it was nice but was broken into (from terrace door) during the wedding and things were stolen), privilege rooms are the same but with extra stuff in the fridge and are located on the one side of the resort (some of those have jucuzzi tubs on the balcony). I believe the only difference between regular and deluxe in having the jacuzzi tub on the balcony/terrace. I don't know if they actually have a honeymoon specific suite - more like a free honeymoon package (some perks with respect to room service, additional breakfast, champagne..things like that). We originally wanted to pay the extra to get the master suite room, but decided that the pricing was just too crazy....honestly we were banking on a free upgrade when we got there. We went during spring break and did get upgraded to an ocean view junior suite, but were hoping for a master suite (wanted the second room to get ready etc). My husband was quite disappointed, but the resort was full and they couldn't do anything about it. Our second week we chose to forgo the ocean view to be closer to the party pool - we were a good ten minute walk from our room before. Hope this helps!

If you choose one of their colors for sashes you do not pay the $3/sash.

@toritrad. I got married last march at OCT...it was fabulous! I also thought the percentage would be crazy for tipping. Our wedding day bill was about $3700 and we topped it up to $4000.

The sideshow keeps asking me for a show ID??? Anyone know how to get past this screen?

Yes there are dress codes for a la cartes. Men must be in pants and shoes...ladies no capris/shorts/beach flops.

@leahbecker. We also did a symbolic ceremony only (but used their officiant) and we were discounted for all the legal fees and bloodwork costs.

Yes! We love the table set up. We originally had 6/7 round tables, but switched to this when we got to the resort. Our guests loved it - several commented on how intimate it was I'm not sure about with 56 people though.....it would make your square a lot larger. We had 33 people....

@ leahbecker: Yes I had my hair and makeup done at the salon there (Litzy did both). I went in the day before for a trial because I wanted it to be perfect I brought several pictures and she actually picked which one would be best for me - I was totally impressed. I also purchased flowers through the wedding coordinator - wanted orchids but they couldn't find any so they brought me other white flower options and didn't charge me. For the wedding day I had her do my bangs slightly different from the trial and the makeup a bit darker - turned out great and didn't budge all night! I also brought clip in extensions (I have long, but fine hair so I needed some more hair for a full updo). Litzy used a TON of hairspray so be prepared.....at first you will think she is crazy but in the end it looks awesome and holds in the wind! My bridesmaids dresses are by Alfred Angelo. Two were purchased at Mylee's in Calgary (don't be scared away by the way the place appears - Mylee is an incredible seamstress and did my dress (bought at Beautiful Bride) alterations perfectly) and one in Regina. They were originally tea-length but two of the shorter girls brought the up above the knee. The color I chose was called fuschia

No extra for welcome dinner - I just reserved with Karen prior to arriving (about a month or so). I'm sure if you want a restaurant there would be a charge, but we used the buffet (it is very good and more flexible with respect to time)....

Here is a link to our professional wedding photos by Dean Sanderson (so awesome) http://s1016.photobucket.com/albums/af281/jenniferdawnbell/Wedding/ (password is bailey). Feel free to have a look and ask questions if you have them

I meant grown OUT not UP lol

Shellac totally lasts!!! I had my toes done on March 21st and it's now May 3rd and they are still PERFECT! Obviously they have grown up a bunch so I've had to file them down, but as far as the paint/design is concerned they look the same as the day they were done. I didn't baby them either - playing beach volleyball, walking around barefoot in mexico all the time, going to the gym, wearing high heels, etc DO IT!!!!

There ARE bracelets for all guests; however, you are allowed to remove them for the wedding (most of our guests dud as well).

Dean Sanderson!!! I just got married at OCT on March 27, 2012 and Dean was amazing. We hired him for 6/7 hours (from getting ready to some dancing). We are totally thrilled with the pictures!!! He us so comfortable on the wedding day - he was not overbearing/distracting/simply put us at ease and took great pictures

Three hours for the reception is from start to finish (start at 7pm and it's over at 10pm). Be bought one extra hour ($10/guest) and then headed down to the pool bar where there was a live band (soooo awesome)! That being said that is the ONE thing I would change - buy more time at the reception (at least a total of 2 extra hours)....just my thoughts. Dinner was served very quickly (and was fantastic), but with speeches and 3 courses the time just flies!

Wow!!! This resort is amazing . We saw our guests off this morning and are now starting out honeymoon! The wedding was perfect!!! You will not regret your choice ladies! I will give details when I'm back in Canada. Rest assured that you have made a phenomenal choice

Leaving in the morning ladies!!!! Woot woot on my way to get married and have an amazing vacation . Forecast is 27 and sunny all week:D. I will post pics when I'm back......

My Mom is bringing down a steamer so we may try that - I will see how it works for the bridesmaids dresses. If I don't feel right about doing it myself then OCT can take it to their sister resort and have it steamed for $65 USD. As long as Westjet is able to hang the dress on the plane then should just need a slight touch up of steaming. The seamstress said to take it ourt of the bag right away when I get there.....I will probably have to store it in my parents' room to prevent my fiance from seeing it I guess??

OMG my wedding is in 2 weeks!!! I picked up my dress today after alterations were complete (I have to have it cleaned at the bridal shops' cost because when they initially steamed it it was left with water stains)....I will have it within a week though. This weekend we are packing...packing....packing I also need to clean the house as we are having a dogsitter come and stay at our place. Next Wednesday I'm with my BMs to have our nails done (shellac) followed by our legal ceremony (very simple...I don't want it to be real until OCT). We fly out the Saturday morning at 8:30 am....going to need to be at the airport early.... All of a sudden the days have just flown by! Wow - so exciting

Speaking of seating plans.....how are you telling your guests where their seat is? I do have name cards for their actual spot but I was wondering if I need to do a poster of some sort(35 guests)???

Hello Brides! I'm 7 weeks from my wedding day at OCT!!! So excited and I think I've got everything figured out (at least what I can before getting there). One thing is stressing me out - my hair. Does anyone know how the salon at the resort is? I want a big updo with flowers.....one that is soft yet wont get blown out of place if it's windy.