Heyily

I ended up purchasing a dress for the reception/Trash the Dress photo session!  I can't wait!  I am so EXCITED!

How Strange...I booked directly with their wedding department/office.  Are you doing a group booking with them?  I am doing a room block directly with them....maybe that is the difference? 

Originally Posted by Nicolew412 

I asked my planner, they said it's not included. 

 

They said other brides might be receiving this service through their travel agent. Do you have a travel agent?

Yes we are getting married at the Beach Palace in November of this year!

Originally Posted by Nicolew412 

Were you at Beach Palace? That would be awesome if that's the case! It's only a 20 minute ride, but it would be nice not having to worry about booking shuttle service to hotel. I emailed my planner to see if that's possible for us! Thanks for your input!!

You should check your contract...They offered my guests free transporation services to and from the airport and hotel....Also, I believe the Resort Credits can be used towards the Limo Services!  Might want to look into that!

Originally Posted by Nicolew412 

Another question- for any past brides- what did you do for your transportation from airport to hotel? There's 4 of us arriving at the same time, so I looked into pricing for a limo. It would be nice to have someone waiting for us with a banner and jump into a nice town car or limo. 

 

It was $193.00 total for the limo. But they have other options that are less. 

 

Or, should we just take a cab and save our money? Are the cabs safe? lol

My Fiance and I have been together for a total of 11 years!  We are finally getting married in November of 2013!  We grew up together (met him when I turned 20) and are looking forward to growing old together!

HOW VERY TRUE DRESS SHOPPING IT IS!!!

Originally Posted by KristieT 

Well if you do get a second one at least you have the options! I posted my second dress on once wed and it sold in a week- so no harm if you get the second one just in case. Besides dress shopping is so fun!

 

 

Enjoy!

BTW I LOVE your pictures!  Your photographer captured some amazing shots!

Originally Posted by KristieT 

Hey,

I was thinking the exact same as you. I purchased a custom made second dress from China for my Trash the Dress Shoot. But I decided last minute to wear my real dress instead. I loved it way to much as was sad I would not be wearing it in half the pics. My dress was satin and organza and it didnt stain at all! 

Really?!  Hmmm I have an appointment for a second dress this week.  I think I'm going to try a few on and see how I feel about purchasing it for the TTD session....I can see myself changing my mind last minute and using my real dress instead also...I can be so indecisive at times! I'll have to really think about this!  My dress is also organza so I'm happy to hear the fabric wasn't ruined!  I'm just concerned about the beading but I'm sure that can be "fixed."  Thank you for the input! 

Originally Posted by KristieT 

Hey,

I was thinking the exact same as you. I purchased a custom made second dress from China for my Trash the Dress Shoot. But I decided last minute to wear my real dress instead. I loved it way to much as was sad I would not be wearing it in half the pics. My dress was satin and organza and it didnt stain at all! 

Thanks for the info!  I am most definitely doing it!!!

Originally Posted by Peach 

Trash the Dress pics almost never actually "trash" the dress... most report that they end up cleaner than they were on the beach before! You can actually trash it if you want, but if you communicate to your photographer that you are worried about it, they will help you be careful. There is no greater chance of it getting wrecked during the TTD than during the wedding day itself.

Hello Brides!

I am considering a "trash the dress" session with our photographer? I love the idea of taking pictures in that beautiful turquoise ocean but DO NOT WANT TO RUIN my gown! I am starting to consider a second dress (nothing too expensive) that I would change into after the ceremony, dinner and toast is done...I was thinking I can wear the second gown (of course a lighter fabric) when we are ready to party and dance the night away and then wear it the next day to do the "trash the dress" session...any thoughts on a second gown? I love my wedding gown so much that I just don't think I can "trash" it!

Thoughts/suggestions???

Hello Brides!

Hope the wedding planning is going well and you are ENJOYING it!

Are any of you considering doing a "trash the dress" session with your photographer? I love the idea of taking pictures in that beautiful turquoise ocean but DO NOT WANT TO RUIN my gown! I am starting to consider a second dress (nothing too expensive) that I would change into after the ceremony, dinner and toast is all done...I was thinking I can wear the second gown (of course a lighter fabric) when we are ready to party and dance the night away and then wear it the next day to do the "trash the dress" session...any thoughts on a second gown? I love my wedding gown so much that I'm sure I won't want to take it off but I’m so afraid of ruining it while we drink and dance…

Originally Posted by Chacie B 

 

Hello ladies!!! Two questions:

 

1)     What is everyone walking down aisle to? I’m torn between something classic or a song that has meaning.

 

2)     For the past BP brides (or anyone that’s stayed at BP), are their dinner menus online somewhere for the restaurants at BP? Just curious what they have.

Good Questions!  I was torn between the classic wedding march song or a love song...I decided to let my fiance be in charge of that department...That could be a really cute and sweet idea or it can be all bad since he is a big HIP HOP head, LOL!  I think we are gearing towards a romantic, meaningful love song...

Originally Posted by Carlota1981 

 

Hello!!! I am of course dont check in my gown!! I could not imagine the idea of a loosing luggage! lol Although we are having a direct flight from Madrid to Cancun, anyway I do not want to take any risks.

 

I am just taking it with me at the airplane in a travel bag. My Fi is going to make the same with his suit. 

Check with your air company or TA but I am sure whatever is your aircompany you will able to go with your dress. I will ckeck in my shoes but i will carry with me my earrings for the day and both wedding rings. 

 

 

¡Un saludo!

Thank you for the response and information!  Happy Planning

Hello Shan0487!  I meant to address my question(s) to you, LOL!  I noticed you had a November wedding and got excited! Thank you so much for the helpful information and timeline!  This is DEFINITELY HELPFUL! 

 Quote:

Originally Posted by shan0487 

I'm not sure who you are talking to..but I was married in November so I'll put in my two sense lol.

 

The weather was perfect in November (we are going back the same week for our anniversary!) 

It was high 70s low 80s during the day and then in the high 60s low 70s at night- bring a sweater cause when it's windy it can get chilly at night close to the beach!

The ocean was cold- but you can still manage to get almost waist deep and be fine!

My wedding was at 4pm as well.  The sun will set around 5:15 (I think- there is a website you can check for sunset time- just goggle sunset time in november). 

 

My schedule was:

 

First look photos (which I recommend for the limited time you have after the ceremony before the sun sets) at 2:15

 

2:30- 3:45 group photos (wedding party and bride and groom)

4- 5 ceremony, toast, family pics and more wedding pics- sunset pics

5-6 cocktail hour (more pics of my husband and I- we turned the wedding party loose around 5 when the cocktail hour started and we joined everyone around 5:30 and it was almost dark by 5:30)

6-10 reception

 

Let me know if you have any more questions about November in Mexico!

How was the weather for your November wedding?  Was the weather and ocean still warm during that time of year?  Does the sun set early?  My wedding is set for November 30th at 4:00pm...I got the latest slot available that day and am hoping to be able to get sunlight and sunset photos right after the ceremony....

Originally Posted by shan0487 

 

We used our laptop and had playlists on itunes for everything (Dinner music, first dance, reception music, etc)  It worked out great and was way cheaper than a DJ!

How much did they charge you for the ipod dock???  Is it on an hourly rate? 

Originally Posted by shmanderz 

 

Has anyone done/planning to do a site visit prior to the wedding?  I am going to be in Cancun at Christmas this year and my fiance and I are thinking of going to check out the hotel and the ceremony/reception location.  Does anyone know how this works? Do we just go buy a day pass or is this something that they would comp for us since our wedding is booked for may 2014.  I sent an email to Palace weddings but no response back.

Rocio sent me a Wedding Guide Packet that promotes a 3 night site visit:

Your pictures are amazing and beautiful! Thanks for sharing! 

Originally Posted by brebon21 

Originally Posted by Yazmin De La Mora 

 

Hi Heyily,

Most of our brides, have carried their gowns with them, just to make sure, check with your airline like Carlota says.

Once in customs when in Mexico, they are very friendly with all the Brides and their families so you will not have to worry about it. 

 

Good Luck!

Thank you for the response and info!  I will call the airlines for more information!

Originally Posted by Carlota1981 

 

Hello!!! I am of course dont check in my gown!! I could not imagine the idea of a loosing luggage! lol Although we are having a direct flight from Madrid to Cancun, anyway I do not want to take any risks.

 

I am just taking it with me at the airplane in a travel bag. My Fi is going to make the same with his suit. 

Check with your air company or TA but I am sure whatever is your aircompany you will able to go with your dress. I will ckeck in my shoes but i will carry with me my earrings for the day and both wedding rings. 

 

 

¡Un saludo!

Thank you for the info!  I will definitely call the airlines!

Hello,

I was just wondering how some of you brides were planning on traveling with your gowns?  I don't want to check my gown in with the luggage and hope i can take on the plane as a carry-on!

Originally Posted by Bella Rios 

 

Hey Beach Palace Brides, I'm waiting for Rocio to send me the contract to book my date, May 14th 2014, but she told me, we had to pay for our 7nights in advance as a deposit for the room blocks, any one have to do this? And if we get the 75 nights do we get the unlimited functions and 7 nights on the concierge level?

Hello Bella Rios!

Congratulations!

My wedding is November 2013 and I also had to pay for 7 nights in order to block rooms for our guests.  I am booking directly through the wedding department/resort....

Hello,

My wedding ceremony is on a Saturday and at first I didn't have to put any deposit down for the complimentary package and was able to reserve my date.  I did however receive my contract and had to pay for our hotel stay as a deposit to block/reserve a group discount rate for our guests. My current wedding coordinator is Rocio Lizbeth Rioja.  She has been very responsive and answers all of my questions in a timely manner. 

Sincerely,

Illy

Hello Brides!

Is anyone else doing a Complimentary package at the Beach Palace?  I'm wondering if anyone has photos to show what the complimentary package looks like on the Beach.  Also, any suggestions on what photographer to use out there???

Happy Planning

Hello Brides!

Is anyone else doing a Complimentary package at the Beach Palace?  I'm wondering if anyone has photos to show what the complimentary package looks like on the Beach.  Also, any suggestions on what photographer to use out there???

Happy Planning