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Originally Posted by Caligirl
We chose to pay for our guest stay for a 3 day / 4 night, instead of a 5 hour event.
We live in Hoboken NJ and I work in Manhattan. So as you can see from chart
NYC is the most expensive. We also have family all over USA, so it would be
an expensive NYC weekend for them also. This was hands down the best choice!
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/03/23/us-wedding-costs-idUSBRE82M11O20120323
http://www.marketingcharts.com/direct/wedding-guests-spend-490-average-17098/
Good luck!
www.iheartdestinationweddings.com
That's a really practical way of thinking of it
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Originally Posted by Arch713
Thanks for the response!
My fiance and I are actually going on the Liberty in Feb to see if that's the ship that we would want to have our wedding on (and having a vacation as well). I am hoping that once we come back and I will then be ready to finalize a date and get started with planning. We are debating between Royal Caribbean, as well. I just worry about keeping the price reasonable. I'm having a hard time justifying almost a 2 to 1 ratio for Royal vs. Carnival when I know they both will be equally as fun. So, for now, just information gathering.
How fun that you've been on a cruise wedding before! You can definitely learn on what you liked and didn't. I've cruised enough (8 times) and my fiance also likes it - so it just seemed like a natural fit.
I noticed you are getting married at Secret Harbour - that looks to be a beautiful location! Are you planning on a little reception there following your ceremony?
Good luck at the planning. I look forward in your planning updates. I feel like I could definitely learn a lot from your fabulous wedding!
Lol. That's funny how you're going to Liberty and also comparing Royal. I hope you find all the info you need that'll help you plan out the best route for you
Yeah, my GF's cruise wedding took place in October and she definitely missed the island twice. lol. Hurricane season so we skipped the island once for the captain to say we'll be back to it and when we did, we couldn't dock bec. the waves were too rough and there were other ships trying to do so. She still got married in the end at the last port so I experienced first hand the worse comes to worse situation. lol. But we're getting married in March so that wouldn't be too much of an issue
*crossing fingers* hahahThank you about the location. We initially wanted Lindquist beach w/ the pictures we saw via Island Bliss Wedding's Shutterfly account http://www.islandblissweddings.com/photo.html hehe But Janelle advised that since we're getting there on a Tuesday, that's when a lot of cruise lines usually come in the island so she said that a private ceremony wouldn't be quite as possbile.
But after some researching, we figured Secret Harbor since from their blog, they said that they can clear an area for you. Lol. That just made me search their blog again and saw recent pictures of the place http://islandblissweddings.blogspot.com/search?q=secret+harbor Yes on the reception. VERY simple luncheon to thank everyone since we'll be having a reception back home.
My friends said they don't care about the lunch really since there'll be the free dinner at the cruise, but my mother insisted lol. 
Oh and we also chose this location since Sunset Grille is just walks away from the ceremony location! 
Good luck on planning your wedding! Let me know if you have any questions and I'll try my best to help out!
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LOL. Just read your other post. I went ahead and copied your last entry there and decided to address it here in case you wanted to ask any questions that I can help with.
Sounds like planning is going well!
I too, am looking at using Island Bliss as Janelle really seems like the best!
How did you guys choose what ship to go on? I have cruised 10 times and love cruising but also want a nice ship yet reasonable for my guests!
Wishing you all happy planning and thank you for sharing! The cruise board is a little quiet!As far as Island Bliss, I highly recommned them. Janelle responds quickly and is very knowledgeable and can advise you w/ the best options for your wedding planning.
We chose the ship because it was the cheapest fair we could find and the date was timed right to not collide w/ other weddings we were invited to next year
We've only cruised once and it was for my friend's wedding last October w/ Carnival as well and we thought it was a fun experience overall. hah That's how we got the idea to also do a cruise wedding! hehehWe were actually wanting to try out Royal Caribbean, but prices were a bit high and heard it was more for older folks so Carnival worked right for us
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Originally Posted by Arch713
Olive0yl-
I just saw your update about your wedding details on my other post! Sorry I didn't read that before!
Happy planning!
Lol. No worries, thank you! I believe we'll bein Carnival Liberty
We're using a wedding planner on the island since using the one the cruise is MUCH much more exepensive. How are things going w/ your planning? Where are you planning on getting married?Overall, we're pretty good to go, but just need to take care of minor details like decor etc.
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Originally Posted by LAtravelgirl
I thought I had gotten a great deal on my dress by buying it at Macy's online. What I didn't realize is that alterations would cot as much as the dress. (around $250 each). So remember it is not always the cost of the dress, but if you need to have the TTD altered, it can get expensive, too. I plan on wearing my real dress for the TTD, because that's the name of the game. I also knew before buying I had this intent, so chose not to spend thousands on the dress.
Great point and idea!
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Originally Posted by finleya
Finally lost the 15lbs I needed to fit into my dress!!! Just need some minor alterations in the bust and I am good to go. I absolutely LOVE my dress and it was so worth the work to get into it!!!
Gorgeous!
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Originally Posted by kitkat863
Oh my I felt like I was planning 2 weddings too. I don't want to sound ungrateful but the reception here wasn't at all what I wanted so I am so glad it is over. It was turned out good...again nothing that I really wanted (and the venue would not have been what I picked if we had a wedding here!) but I guess on the budget that we had it was good! Speaking of picking our dresses I picked a dress because my mom and sisters loved it and I ended up hating it! I was that crazy bride that bought a different dress because I cried when the original one came in! I bought it and didn't tell my mom and sisters for a little bit and of course they were mad when I said I got a different dress. I am so glad that I did though because I absolutely HATED the first dress! Oh the things we do for family!
LOL. I'm glad you at least bought the dress YOU loved! hehehe. Glad it's all done and over with!
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Hi hi,
I posted this in the Newbies Thread, but I thought I'd also post here since it's related to cruising or pre crusing. was just wondering if anyone has any hotel suggestions for hotels in Miami, FL? It'll be for oure our cruise March next year
Some of us are getting there about 3 days before boarding and wanted to see the best option. I was adviced to look into hotels that can shuttle us on port and also possibly pick us up at the airport. So far, our TA recommended Days Inn, Hampton Inn, Best Western & Hilton that can provide shuttles. I just wanted to get folk's feedback w/ personal experience or if you've already booked your hotel, which one did you choose? Thank you!! 
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Originally Posted by kitkat863
It's funny that it is your wedding but yet you have to make compromises! haha whoever said weddings were about the bride and groom were wrong!
LOL! That's for sure. Even when it comes to picking out dresses, there's still some approval and compromises to make somehow haha. But, it's what you make of it in the end
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Originally Posted by elissae
Thank you Kay6356 - I appreciate your input - THE BELT WINS!!!! xoxo
Ohhh noooo, do not have regret, Dazeydawl!!!!! I was so taken back by your dress....it actually gave me some regret on mine! Try it on again if you need to, but I think it is so princess like - eloquent ...unique!!!!! I think a lot of us brides are thinking too much about our choice of dresses!!! This must be normal!!! LOL...follow your gut/intuition - she will never steer you wrong!!!!!
Thanks for the comments on my dress/belt. You will be happy to hear the belt has won! Although, since it's paid for I will stick it out with this one! If it wasn't as pricy as it was I'd maybe buy another and try to sell this, but I will follow my initial gut instinct when I picked it out. :-)
Thank you olive0y1!!! You are right! It's what makes the bride happy no matter how hard we try to please our moms and nanny's. ;-)
I'm glad you found a happy medium!!! Best wishes!!
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Originally Posted by jennaba3
Hi Ladies, I can finally share my wedding pictures and my dress with you!! Ive tried to pick the pictures that show my dress the best.. Its San Patrick - Eresma.. And I loved it!! So happy I got to wear it twice!! xxxxx
Gorgeous photos and you look stunning!
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Originally Posted by heather1214
After reading the posts the last few weeks, I have noticed a lot of dress regret. There are so many gorgeous dresses on this thread, but am I the only one who still absolutely 100% love love loves the dress I picked out?!
I haven't had any regret and there are some pretty amazing choices on here! Anyway, all of you ladies 2nd guessing your 1st choice... put it back on and hopefully all of those wonderful emotions will come rushing back!
You're lucky!
I'm still getting mine altered and won't be coming back for a 2nd fitting 'til December since I'm still in the process of losing more weight I hope that w/ the alterations that I'll also love my dress more -
Originally Posted by kitkat863
Yes! This is what I wanted but I had to please my parents and have a reception back home. That is the only thing I would change about my wedding!
Funny, cause that was my compromise w/ my mother as well. To have a reception back home for folks who won't be able to make it out.
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Originally Posted by Moments That Matter
Congrats oliveOy1 + welcome to the forum! you're sure to find lots of great info here from your fellow brides
wishing you the best of luck with your research + plans. Have a wonderful wedding of your dreams!Thank you !
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Originally Posted by elissae
Well my dress arrived last week! I went to the bridal shop Saturday to inspect, try it on and pay off the balance. I ordered it 9 months ago and was about 5 lbs lighter (maybe a few inches less, too!). When they measured me back in January, they wanted to order me the size 10. I asked to order a size 12 instead since I know coming off the summer I am a bit heavier and would rather have more to work with then not enough as far as alterations go. Thank goodness I did because the size 12 fit almost perfectly, a little bit too snug for my comfort, but I am not use to wearing form fitting dresses/gowns like this. And I know I hope to lose those 5 lbs and a few inches between now and the wedding. There will be a few alterations needed, like perhaps an inch on the hem and an eyelet hook on the back which ironically once was not sewn into the dress.
I gotta say I have been so happy about my dress choice all these months, but ironically this past Saturday I had some doubt...I was even a tiny bit sad. I have no clue what came over me...hours later I felt better about my choice after looking at the pics, but that initial thought of doubt scared me. Maybe it was just all the excitement and build up to that day...who knows! I just wish that did not happen initially. :-(
I had ordered an accessory belt to bling up the dress a bit. I was planning to tie as a bow in the back and not sew/attach to the dress. However, now I am unsure. My Mom & Nanny seem to think the dress alone, without the belt, is the way to go. Mom thought the bow took away from the beauty of the back of the dress. My best friend thought the bling of the belt was "me" and perhaps sew the belt onto the dress, bling in front, however, no bow in back, just sew the ribbon to back of dress to the center zipper.
My other girlfriend thought the bow in the back was simple and romantic. Now I am on the fence. I was looking to have the belt and match my jewelry with it. Just some hanging earrings and a bracelet (no necklace since I'd have the bling of the belt). Also, no veil, just a tropical flower in my hair.
I would love any input you ladies may have. Here are pics from Saturday with and without the belt/bow. Thanks girls! xoxo
I say go w/ the belt. Just tie it so you can take it off later on if mother wants a photo of you w/o it. Either way, you look fabulous in the dress and just remember tha you have to be happy with it over all. It is about YOU after all no matter how hard we want to please folks
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Originally Posted by Tlseege
This is super sad, and it can honestly happen extremely easily.
For brides getting married in Cabo, the surf is very dangerous and will quickly grab ahold of your dress.
For ALL brides make SURE that the dress is NOT bustled when entering the water. The bustle will make a parachute that collects water and it makes it very difficult to stand when the tide retreats back to the sea!
Completely good point. This is such a tragedy!
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Originally Posted by bluelenscaribe
Hello Everyone!
Coming to get married in the Riviera Maya is great, but deciding on doing a Trash the Dress is even better!
At Blue Lens Caribe we love Trash the Dress Session and we offer you the possibility to have your pictures on the beach, in a cenote or even both!
Just have a look at our last Trash the Dress in a cenote on our blog http://bluelenscaribe.com/blc/photo-gallery/trash-the-dress/rebecca-and-jim-cenote-trash-the-dress/
Now THAT is an awesome shot!
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Hi hi,
I was just wondering if anyone has any hotel suggestions for hotels in Miami, FL? It'll be for oure our cruise March next year
Some of us are getting there about 3 days before boarding and wanted to see the best option. I was adviced to look into hotels that can shuttle us on port and also possibly pick us up at the airport. So far, our TA recommended Days Inn, Hampton Inn, Best Western & Hilton that can provide shuttles. I just wanted to get folk's feedback w/ personal experience or if you've already booked your hotel, which one did you choose? Thank you!! -
Congrats!!! You all will have a blast!!!
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Congrats and best wishes!!
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Originally Posted by Cattie
This is what we're using. I "borrowed" it from another bride here, who I'm so sorry can't remember. I loved the fact it didn't have the wording that seemed like you where loosing yourself as a person. I have no idea where she found it, or if she wrote it, but even the FI loved it, and he's a hard one to please!!
As you stand beside the ocean, may your love always be as constant as the tide; waves flowing endlessly from the depths of the sea. Just as water is the eternal force of life, so is love. Love is the force that allows us to face fear and uncertainty with courage.
You have just sealed your relationship by giving and receiving of rings. But although you will be sharing one life, never forget that you are two separate people. Cherish and affirm your differences. Love each other. Keep your commitment primary. Together you will laugh and cry, be sick and well, be happy and angry, share and grow. Grow sometimes together, sometimes separately.
To symbolize this union and the importance of the individuals within the marriage, two separate colors of sand will be combined. Each one holds its own unique beauty, strength, and character. They can stand on their own and be whole, without need of anything else. However when these two are blended together they create and entirely new and extraordinarily more intricate entity.
Each grain of sand brings to the mixture a lasting beauty that forever enriches the combination. Please pour the sand into this common container to symbolize the union of your two lives.
Kathleen and Pawel, just as these grains of sand can never be separated and poured again into the individual container, so will your marriage be a molding of two individual personalities, bonded together forming one heart, one life, and one family.
Ooo nice one!
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You got this! Celebrate you and your soon to be husband. Try to both look at things positively and get people on point in booking, etc. before everything else gets out of hand. You can't be everything at once. People need to be accountable for themselves. I hope that your wedding day is a blissful one and the two of you can look back at the experience and laugh about it all in the end.
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Originally Posted by Tulumbride2013
I used Microsoft publisher
very similar to work really. There are lots on templates available here and on wedding bee.I'm not doing a brochure. Mine will be a book printed from home, on card stock, that will be held together with brads or raffia. Hope that helps!
Ooo great idea! I just came across pictures of some brochures on here as well and am planning on making them as well
DIYs for June wedding at Le Reve - Playa del Carmen (with Pics!)
in DIY Forum: Passport Invitation Template, Boarding Pass Invitation Templates and more
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OOoo nice. Thank you for this info!