meli0981

Hey past brides and future brides!!  I am recently engaged and we are not planning on getting married until the end of 2017 or beginning of 2018, so I know I have a lot of time 

 

I was looking into Mexico locations for our future wedding but I keep dreaming of Costa Rica!

 

I have been to Costa Rica before and stayed at the RIU Palace Guanacaste in 2014. It was a nice resort but looking for something different for our wedding. 

 

Is anyone willing to share pics? I also sent a request to the link on page 5 =)

 

Thank you ladies in advance!!

I got married this past April at Dreams Las Mareas in Guanacaste. It was absolutely amazing! The reviews for the RIU weren't that great on TripAdvisor when I was researching a venue but I can't tell you first hand since I didnt visit the hotel.

The Dreams officially opened in January so its brand new and beautiful. Beach isn't white sand and there are sting rays to be careful of but we mostly stayed at the pools which are lovely. I really had the time of my life and would recommend Cinthya, my coordinator, to anyone. it is very removed and remote location but if you are looking for a more chill and relaxing time then this is for you.

Yes. What she said :-)

Click the link on page 5 posted by Dblanco... its post number 59

 

Hope that helps

Hey! I have a great source of info but I don't want to post here because I might get in trouble lol

Can I find u by name on FB?

Hi Ladies,

 

We just confirmed our wedding date for November 19th at Dreams Las Mareas.

 

I have also had very poor communication with our coordinator Claudia.

 

When I emailed the resort request the 19th for our date, she sent me all this paperwork to fill out, asking where we wanted the ceremony & reception, and wanted various information for the booking. I thought this was a little strange because I had yet to see any photos of venue options to be able to provider her with that information. I ended up filling it out to the best of my knowledge (thinking I will change things down the road as I receive more information), and sending it in. After she confirmed my deposit was taken, and the wedding date was booked, she then proceeded so send me VERY little information and photos - still not sufficient enough for me to make those decisions. She said she will contact me 4 months before the wedding date to go over more details, however, I would like to have more of an idea now so I can decide if I want to bring in my own vendors, and perhaps bring my own center pieces, linens, etc.

 

I'm hoping some of you ladies might have more pictures or information and pricing on decor items and venue information that you wouldnt mind sharing with me!

The week I am getting married is actually right after all the holidays and the rates are dirt cheap. Whats your email? I can send you pics and info when I get back. I contacted the wedding coordinator about 5 times this week and of course no response so def need to go over there.

Hi there!

I too am getting married at this hotel in April. Can you tell me a little about your experience at the hotel and also about the coordinators? Connie hasn't been returning my emails so I'm hoping to hear from her soon.

Thanks!

I am getting married on April 18th and I booked this on May 12th, 2014. I spoke to Daniel and she booked it in for me. I am interested in going in December. Are you going alone?

 

ladies I just got some pricing for the photographer, centerpieces and such. I can email them to you. I have to say I wasn't expecting those prices. We have 82 people booked so it's going to be costly.

Hi!

I found a great photographer in Costa Rica who may be more affordable than what the hotel offers.

http://www.wedding-costarica.com/?/page/31fc/wedding-photographer-costa-rica/

His name is Toh Gouttenoire. He offers great packages with very reasonable prices! Let me know if you have any questions.