Iberostar Rose Hall Brides - Post all info/questions here!

[pintsize1]

Yes free!!!!!!!!!! I was surprised when I heard this upon arrival.  Not the greatest food but it's something.  There's also a restaurant on the Beach and one in the Suites that's open til 6 am which was nice.  Just for snacks but there was a cook there to make some burgers and hot dogs and etc.
 

Originally Posted by Islandgirl910 

Room service at Iberostar is free right ladies? Can someone confirm?

 

[pintsize1]

 

Hi Ladies!

I just returned from Jamaica!!! Irene turned our return home into quite a little adventure. But, I just wanted to share some highlights and things that kind of stood out in my head.

 

Wedding Date: 8/21/11

Host Resort: Iberostar Suites

All 49 guests including ourselves stayed at the Suites, which I thought was the best move we made since Iberostar security was pretty vigilant with keeping guests from straying off. Our travel agent and I sent a guest list to the hotel prior to arrival with a bed preference, which was matched pretty well. If not, they fixed it immediately.  Iberostar also tried their best to keep us together in one building upon arrival. I’m not sure if they were going to put us in an ocean view room, but we asked upon arrival and Iberostar said, “We’ll see if there’s any availableâ€.  I wasn’t sure why our travel agent didn’t put us in one to begin with but we got one and it was gorgeous. So, that's all that matters.  Welcome bags were left in the front desk and they distributed them very nicely...slipped the guy a few dollars.

 

Ceremony: Offsite @ Rose Hall Aqueducts by Grande Garden (4:00 pm but moved to 3:00 pm because of possible rain)

Like a few past brides, I fell in love with this venue.  My wedding coordinator for this was magnificent. Grande Garden also provided my centerpieces for my reception. Very nicely executed.

 

Restaurants:

Welcome dinner: Aunt Ruby’s Steakhouse (6:30 pm)

Set entrée menu for a large group. The wait staff was excellent.  Appetizer buffet was great. Seafood was very fresh.  Entrées came out very quickly. Very private even though other guests were there. No AC though. Guests were uncomfortable. Groom was very uncomfortable.  Ceiling fans were not working either.     

 

Reception dinner: Calabash (private 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm)

I had 5 round tables. Even though Nicole said max. 10 I was able to squeeze 11 at one.  We splurged for an International bar, which was $10/person/hour.  Again wait staff was excellent.  Everything came out really quick it seems.  We were served first and we were starving so we were eating and we didn’t really leave our head table too much.  The reception went by really fast. We didn’t really have an MC so I would recommend having a friend or family member since the DJ wasn’t too proactive. We just told our toasters to go and grab the wireless MIC from the DJ between courses. Kinda just played it by ear. Not sure about past weddings, but the WC left after the introductions/entrances. My husband and I tried to get guests up on the dance floor after everyone was done eating which was around 9:00 or so. It was a bit bright on the dance floor so I asked the DJ to dim the light and he did. We were happy with the music he played.  I'm sure if you asked him to play something to your liking he would. We weren't very picky.    

 

Photographer: Misha Earle

Misha is very accommodating and easy to work with.  Because we were expecting raining we pushed our ceremony time up an hour to 3:00 pm and Misha was very flexible.  We did a 2-day package and met Misha during our honeymoon in Negril for a few more hours.  Depending on the package you get she travels with a side shooter and lighting person. 

 

TIPS

*Bring a cell phone that takes a sim card.  We bought a sim card when we arrived that allowed us to call locally and internationally. Digicell, Lime, and Claro are all the cell phone companies that you can purchase a sim card and minutes from for under $25. They are everywhere. Complete LIFE SAVER during 2 week stay.

 

*Bring lots of singles for tipping and have all your tips allocated in envelopes prior to leaving (wait staff, photographer, WC, etc.)

 

*A JUTA licensed taxi/driver company was recommended by our travel agent.  We used them a lot while we were down there.  A driver was always just a phone call away whether it was for a ride to the mega mart, airport, or a private group tour.  Prices were very reasonable and definitely less than the ones at the hotel.   

 

 

If you need any of the info. on the driver, photographer, Grande Garden, and etc. just message me.  I'll try my best to answer your questions.  I'll post some pictures as well.  

[pintsize1]

[Islandgirl910]

Thanks for posting your review and confirming that room service is included! I'm leaving for Jamaica next Tuesday and getting married at the Suites next Friday. Our weddings are very similar, as we have 45 guests plus us, will have 5 round tables and will have our reception at Calabash. Congrats on your wedding and like many times before when I read someone's review, I am so excited about my up coming wedding!!
 

Originally Posted by pintsize1 

 

Hi Ladies!

I just returned from Jamaica!!! Irene turned our return home into quite a little adventure. But, I just wanted to share some highlights and things that kind of stood out in my head.

 

Wedding Date: 8/21/11

Host Resort: Iberostar Suites

All 49 guests including ourselves stayed at the Suites, which I thought was the best move we made since Iberostar security was pretty vigilant with keeping guests from straying off. Our travel agent and I sent a guest list to the hotel prior to arrival with a bed preference, which was matched pretty well. If not, they fixed it immediately.  Iberostar also tried their best to keep us together in one building upon arrival. I’m not sure if they were going to put us in an ocean view room, but we asked upon arrival and Iberostar said, “We’ll see if there’s any availableâ€.  I wasn’t sure why our travel agent didn’t put us in one to begin with but we got one and it was gorgeous. So, that's all that matters.  Welcome bags were left in the front desk and they distributed them very nicely...slipped the guy a few dollars.

 

Ceremony: Offsite @ Rose Hall Aqueducts by Grande Garden (4:00 pm but moved to 3:00 pm because of possible rain)

Like a few past brides, I fell in love with this venue.  My wedding coordinator for this was magnificent. Grande Garden also provided my centerpieces for my reception. Very nicely executed.

 

Restaurants:

Welcome dinner: Aunt Ruby’s Steakhouse (6:30 pm)

Set entrée menu for a large group. The wait staff was excellent.  Appetizer buffet was great. Seafood was very fresh.  Entrées came out very quickly. Very private even though other guests were there. No AC though. Guests were uncomfortable. Groom was very uncomfortable.  Ceiling fans were not working either.     

 

Reception dinner: Calabash (private 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm)

I had 5 round tables. Even though Nicole said max. 10 I was able to squeeze 11 at one.  We splurged for an International bar, which was $10/person/hour.  Again wait staff was excellent.  Everything came out really quick it seems.  We were served first and we were starving so we were eating and we didn’t really leave our head table too much.  The reception went by really fast. We didn’t really have an MC so I would recommend having a friend or family member since the DJ wasn’t too proactive. We just told our toasters to go and grab the wireless MIC from the DJ between courses. Kinda just played it by ear. Not sure about past weddings, but the WC left after the introductions/entrances. My husband and I tried to get guests up on the dance floor after everyone was done eating which was around 9:00 or so. It was a bit bright on the dance floor so I asked the DJ to dim the light and he did. We were happy with the music he played.  I'm sure if you asked him to play something to your liking he would. We weren't very picky.    

 

Photographer: Misha Earle

Misha is very accommodating and easy to work with.  Because we were expecting raining we pushed our ceremony time up an hour to 3:00 pm and Misha was very flexible.  We did a 2-day package and met Misha during our honeymoon in Negril for a few more hours.  Depending on the package you get she travels with a side shooter and lighting person. 

 

TIPS

*Bring a cell phone that takes a sim card.  We bought a sim card when we arrived that allowed us to call locally and internationally. Digicell, Lime, and Claro are all the cell phone companies that you can purchase a sim card and minutes from for under $25. They are everywhere. Complete LIFE SAVER during 2 week stay.

 

*Bring lots of singles for tipping and have all your tips allocated in envelopes prior to leaving (wait staff, photographer, WC, etc.)

 

*A JUTA licensed taxi/driver company was recommended by our travel agent.  We used them a lot while we were down there.  A driver was always just a phone call away whether it was for a ride to the mega mart, airport, or a private group tour.  Prices were very reasonable and definitely less than the ones at the hotel.   

 

 

If you need any of the info. on the driver, photographer, Grande Garden, and etc. just message me.  I'll try my best to answer your questions.  I'll post some pictures as well.  

 

[futuremrstgun]

good luck, islandgirl!

 

can't wait to hear ALL about your big day!!!

 

R~

Originally Posted by Islandgirl910 

Thanks for posting your review and confirming that room service is included! I'm leaving for Jamaica next Tuesday and getting married at the Suites next Friday. Our weddings are very similar, as we have 45 guests plus us, will have 5 round tables and will have our reception at Calabash. Congrats on your wedding and like many times before when I read someone's review, I am so excited about my up coming wedding!!
 

 

 

[BridetwoBe]

Me too. I am so happy to see your big day here and excited for you. You will be beautiful and will have the best wedding.

 

Originally Posted by futuremrstgun 

good luck, islandgirl!

 

can't wait to hear ALL about your big day!!!

 

R~

 

 

[luvmoo]

Hey, I don't think it is the same script to be honest... you may want to check with the wedding coordinator on that, however if you want me to send you this one, i can do that

Originally Posted by leslioni 

Hey could I get a copy too please! I am getting married here in Canada first, so we are just doing the Renewal of Vows ceremony, not sure if it is the same script?

 

leslioni@yahoo.com

 

Thanks

 

 

[Nikadawn]

Thanks for all the tips Pintsize! And good luck with everything Islandgirl!

[Marlena]

Every time a new bride posts their pics, review, great vacation....I get even more excited that December is coming!!

[Marlena]

 

If anyone is looking for a nice BM gift for $100, I found it! Its only available on line at www.birks.ca, and I ordered one to make sure it looks nice and I got it today. Its a venetian link sterling silver bracelet, and it's very nice and comes in the fancy Birk's box! The Tiffany equivalent is $200 +, and when you have to buy 4, the prices adds up!! It even comes with a little leathery pouch for your jewelry box!