Hi Girls, This is my very first post ever...on any website. So, I am recently engaged and starting to plan a destination wedding to Punta Cana. I am trying to choose between the Majestic Elegance or the Riu Palace. I would love to hear from those of you who have had or are having weddings at either. I am concerned about the civil ceremony and the legality or validity of it back in my home of Chicago. Was this a huge pain in the ass for people? Or not bad at all? I would also love some ideas of DIY stuff that you brought with you for the ceremony and/or reception. I would especially like to see pictures of your wedding if you had the ceremony on the beach (that is what I am aiming for). Well that should be enough for now. Thanks in advance! I appreciate any help I can get Meagan