Minkermonkermoo

Hi, I would love to chat with any brides who have been or are currently going through their planning process at CAR. I am planning an October 2012 wedding, yet have not received a contract from the resort. We have been in contact with them- specifically Maria since the beginning of the year, it is just taking alot of time. Is this normal? I am a little nervous, but love the resort, so trying to be patient. Here are a couple of my concerns... Did the resort charge a fee to anyone who brought in their own vendor ie : photographer? We were told there is a $1000 fee to bring in someone not recommended by them. Do brides have any suggestions on saving money? Thanks for any help!