Chat Transcript #1

Rocio, does the resort offer religious ceremonies? No... the resort only offers civil ones because we do not have any chapel or church and priests only perform religious ceremonies in one of these : If we wanted to go off site and have a religious ceremony, would we be able to have a supper and first dance at the resort? I cannot assure you this because it will be depending on the availability since we have sometimes other ceremonies held on the same day and we have to give priority to the people who gets married at the resort Buenos dias, Rocio! Yes, I have a question. We would like to have our wedding at the Palladium in fall 2006 or spring 2007. How soon can I get confirmation for a fall or spring wedding? But we have done this with some couples the reservations for all 2006 are open now, so if you want to make your reservation you are now on time to do it How far in advance can we book? Do we actually have to be at the resort before we can book a supper? For the 2007 reservations, the openings will be ready around next August/september of 2006 for all 2006 we have the openings now and my recomendation is that if you are interested in getting married here in Mexico during 2006 is that you book asap (specially if you are interested in a wedding during high season) The supper can be arranged before you come to the resort without any problem Just we will need to verify the availability of course @ the restaurants Thank you. We are coming to the Palladium on Oct. 15th for a week for some R&R (BF is Kkjclc1 on the forum) and we will be checking out the facilities with hopes to have our wedding there. Depending on your availability, may we chat with you? Thanks, Rocio! I emailed you about my daughter's wedding on Dec. 13, since her ceremony is at 2pm--what time do you normally schedule the dinner? we really don't wish to eat at 3pm because it is too early, how have you handled this in the pa the restaurants have their first seating at 5.30 (every half hour), so when we have ceremonies around 2 or 3.00 pm.. clients use to come to the restaurant at 5.30 pm or 6.00 pm (opt to you) Does the package #2 includes bridesmaids flowers? Any of the wedding packages includes bridesmaids flowers Package no.1 and no.2 include only flowers for bride, groom and a table arrangement Are there any other things that I need to take care ahead of time? Rocio, one more question ... we've done some research into having a religious ceremony elsewhere and the company that offers this has a package that includes a wedding cake. Can we bring this back to the resort for after our supper? The most important details that have to be taken care of before your arrival (so we can have a guarantee and avoid problems) are: Date & time for ceremony, the package that you would prefer as well as the restaurant Do you have something available for the bridesmaids, if I wish to purchase flowers for them to carry? Hola it won`t be any problem if you want to bring your cake from somewhere else.. just please let me know in advance I have a question when you are ready. Once we have held our meeting to check last details with bride & groom, I will show the bride a binder and a catalogue where she can choose her flowers, and for the bridesmaids we can get something matching with the bride but please remember that flowers for moms,hair,bridesmaids,groomsmen are not included in the wedding packages and these will be having an additional price depending on style, size and flowers you choose Ringshark1 I am ready for your question... sorry.. elm 1818 please tell me elm1818... Rocio, this is Erin McNamara I am getting married on March 3 at 1pm. I know that there is at least one other bride getting married that day. How do you decided who gets their restaurant of choice? We are getting married in March as well, Can we have our reception at any restaurant? I do not decide who gets the restaurant or not because I always try to satisfy all the wedding groups...but when it is necessary to do this I give a preference to the first couple that contacted me to book the wedding (first come first serve) Thanks Rocio. Is it possible to have a Mexican trio play at the ceremony? How much should I plan for that if possible? Lizndave: you can choose a restaurant but I recommend you to do this ahead of time (before you come) so that way I can do the necessary arrangements for the booking What is the ideal number to have in the Gran Azul? Is 20 people too small? How does reservations handle all the guests who are staying at the resort, is it possible to send a list ahead of time so that they can all be roomed in close proximity to each other? What about the Disco after dinner and cake, do all weddings for the day share that or only 1 wedding party gets it? My recommendations for wedding dinner are at 3 of our 4 restaurants because one of these it`s not suitable for big groups (Japanese) so the options are between: Mexican, Mediterranean or Steak House Is there a private room for weddings at these places? and of course we will need to check first the availability (since sometimes we have groups, or other weddings and we need to check the availability) How many weddings do you do a day, and what is the latest wedding performed The trio ceremony can play during the ceremony, they play a set of 45 minutes long and for 2006 they will be charging 180 USD for this heliotrope_bride : can you play a CD instead? Thanks Rocio. For a reception at the Gran Azul I recommend it for groups bigger than 30 people since it is a big restaurant... but if you are 20 and that`s the thing you want to have for your reception do not hesitate on doing this Who handles flowers for the wedding? do we get to pick what we want as part of the package or no? We're just concerned about a bit of privacy for the reception dinner...is there a private/semi-private area at the Steak House for about 20 ppl? The rooms requests you can send them to our reservations dept to rriviera@fiesta-hotels.com these requests I recommend you to send them around one month before your arrival, but please remember that all these requests are UPON AVAILABILITY We always try to do our best to honour them but these are depending on the availability as well as our occupancy, but we always try to do our best to honour them About the discotheque...this cannot be used for a private event because we use to have other activities held there as our mini discotheque and activities for kids I don't know if this has already been asked, but what area can a wedding be held in the event that it rains? But..if you want to do your first dance at the disco.. I recommend you to bring your CD at 11.00 pm with your first dance and ask the DJ to play it for you (we hve done this before) and we havent had any problem because at that time there is no people.. heliotrope: I do not know what you wanted to mean with a private room for weddings.. you wanted to mean a private room to have held the ceremony? No, I mean for the reception dinner . lizndave: The number of weddings depend on different factors because sometimes there are large groups which need more attention; but in high season it could be that there are 2 or 3 weddings per day.. what is high season? lizndave: the flowers are chose by the bride on arrival (from a catalogue) Great! Thank you heliotrope: The a la carte restaurants are not closed only for groups..since we have other guests at the resort we cannot close the restaurants just for a group Is it private at ALL? We use to set up one or two large tables (depending on the number of guests) and are seated in a section of the restaurant, but probably it will be people having dinner at the same time as you in a different section of the restaurant TamiPruitt: When we have a rainy day we have a spot that we use as a "back up", this one it`s located in our Kantenah Lobby and beside this place we have a nice water pond with a waterfall and with real flamingo`s The high months are: January, March,April, May, November and December in the wedding packages, it says children under 16 are free, does this mean kids who are 16 years old and under? heliotrope: No.. it is not private at all Not sure if it has been asked, but will the wedding gazebo that you are currently using (bamboo and fabric) still be available after the new wedding gazebo is built. I really love the look of the bamboo one. lizndave31506 : HOw long does the wedding ceremony take... lizndave: yes... this means that if you have in your group guests who are under 16 years old it won`t be any additional charge for them (this item it`s regarding only to wedding packages); please do not confuse it with the hotel`s rooms policies. And does the father of the bride walk the bride down the isle Mayan2006 bride: Probably won`t be available but once you are here we can check if we can place it again for you The ceremonies are very simple ones and last no more than 20-25 minutes long wonderful, then we have pictures and then dinner following Usually brides use to do this and they arrive together to the wedding spot (I always make the arrangements so you can have transportation to the wedding spot from your room) Thanks Rocio, my wedding is not until April 27th, so I will hope it is still there. brides maids/maid of honour.. I`m sorry but I do not have a script of the ceremony... Can the bride and groom make their own vows? sunnyrox24 : lizndave: yes.. once the ceremony it`s done.. champagne it`s served at the wedding spot so you can have a little toast there and then you have time for pictures That's ok. Do you know if the ceremony is miked so that the guests can hear everything? sun We can check that mayan bride.. so do not worry.. =) During the ceremony the officiant use to provide a couple minutes after they exchange rings so they can exchange some words or vows With the white sands and riveria opening before the new year, will there be more selection to have your dinner, or will it still be the 3 restaurants that you mentioned earlier? Texas nurse..This is something really optional so if they want to avoid this it won`t be any problem... heliotrope bride: We use to provide a microphone, speaker and a CD player during the ceremony... so your guests won`t have any problem and they will hear everything What time does the disco open? elm1818: Unfortunately I am not able to answer you this question because we need to finalize with some details about how these will be working; but by next december I think I can answer deeply this question.. Thank you. texas nurse: the disco opens at 11.00 pm every night and it is working until 2.00 am . What are the additional costs for flowers for bridesmaids/groomsmen and mothers? heliotrope bride: As I mentioned before.. the costs for these will be depending on style, size and also kind of flowers you choose... what time does the ceremony begin? the ceremonies use to begin at the estipulated time Where on the Palladium Map does the beach ceremony take place? are the mic, speaker, and cd player included in the package price? lizndave31506: the ceremonies that we are having held now.. are taking place between villas no.34 & 35 (Kantenah side) Thanks For the Gran Azul a band is provided, correct? How long do they play for and what do they play? jasmersmith: yes... the mic, speaker and cd player are included in the package price heliotrope bride: With the extra fee for the Gran Azul there is an additional fee and with this rate you have included a live band playing for 2 hours They use to play every kind of music (soft,rock,pop, merengue, etc) Is a DJ available as well for after? Can't the wedding party go to the disco after dinner and cake and party on Helitrope_bride, when is your wedding How can we make sure that our maid receives a tip? Is there a special place provided so they know it is for them? Feb 13th at 4pm We do not have this option...but we can hire you a CD player so if you want to bring your own music you can play it; but remember that the service at the Gran Azul it`s only from 7.00 pm until 11.00 pm lizndave: Of course all your wedding group can join you to come to the discotheque; just please remember that the disco it`s open also for all our guests... And what is provided there in regards to food & drinks? I think this is not related to weddings but I will answer your question... mayan2006bride : Are there set times for dinners that take place in the al le cartes? How long is your dinner in the restaurant? lizndave31506 : If we wanted to have a dinner with all our guests at no extra charge, could you still block off a section for all of us, since all our guests are staying at the Palladium? In your room you will find on a small table a tag with the name of your maid.. and there you can leave him/her a tip heliotrope bride: The menu which we are working now.. it`s selected by bride & groom upon arrival and the options are took from some of our a la carte restaurants (you can make your own combinations) Please notice that this is the way we are working now.. but since day by day we are improving..I do not know if this will be still the same for next year Ok, thank you. Is the ceremony performed in english or spanish? If in Spanish is a translater provided? sunnyrox24 : The times for dinner at our a la carte restaurants will be based on the time when your ceremony will be... the time we normally provide to be in the restaurant for a normal service it`s of one hour and a half... but for wedding groups we try to be a little more flexible and we provide a couple hours there mayan2006bride : I am having my ceremony at 1pm, so I guess my dinner would be earlier because as you may know in our wedding packages there is an extra charge for additional guests since there are some other services provided and we need to charge for them Why would we be charged extra if they are staying at the palladium and give up one of there vouchers Why would there be an additional fee for everyone having dinner together? Im just talking about the extra $35 per person charge for the dinner, I dont understand why if we are all staying at the same all inclusive hotel Since we are in Mexico..the ceremonies have to be held in Spanish and translated into English , but sometimes it comes an officiant who speaks English and he sometimes perform it in English if you book el Gran Azul for the reception, does that mean you have the dinner and cake there as well?...not in the restaurant? the problem is that we are not able to assure that he will be the one coming.. so in case the officiant who comes is the one who only speaks Spanish I will be there translating the ceremony for you We're doing having our guests use their a la carte voucher for our wedding reception, the area will be blocked off but the question came up about speeches. Will there be a microphone available for the speeches? Mayanbride: As i mentioned before.. we have seatings at our a la carte restaurants which start at 5.30 pm and if you agree you can have your dinner held at that time Texas nurse it has been a pleasure! How private is the ceremony site? Will we be sayng our vows with views of naked sunbathers in the background? lizndave: I understand that you will be in an ALL INCLUSIVE resort, but weddings cannot be part of that AI we need to charge because first of all a wedding it`s an special event and we have extra staff working only for that, as well as there is a set up of the place and the packages are stablished for maximum 8 people and depending on.. We made prior arrangements for the a la carte dinner, not sure whether we can do speeches, if so, will a microphone be available? Jasmersmith: If you book the Gran azul place.. you have the dinner held there as well as first dance, cutting of the cake ,etc. but please remember that for this place there is an additional charge We made prior arrangements for the a la carte dinner, not sure whether we can do speeches, if so, will a microphone be available? Jasmersmith: If you book the Gran azul place.. you have the dinner held there as well as first dance, cutting of the cake ,etc. but please remember that for this place there is an additional charge that sounds wonderful...thank you so much! Music - I have an iPod which plays my downloaded music on 87.9, if I brought it down would I be able to play it at the disco? Do they have an FM transmitter? colep: since the restaurant it`s opened also for other guests we are not able to set up any CD players or microphones at the a la carte restaurant since we do not consider it properly but at the gran azul you can have your first dance with your groom and then another one with the bride and father from a CD you bring? heliotrope: as you may know the beach area is a public place so we cannot forbid to be there to the people Thanks, we'll make other arrangements, maybe do them by the beach or pool side. Rocio, thanks for your time. so it is not private at all.. I can say that it is not a really crowded area so there is not lot of people there.. but I cannot guarantee you that it won`t be anybody round the area.. All civil ceremonies are legal here in Mexico. In order to validate your wedding in your country you will need to request a certification or an apostille so that way the marriage can be recognized in your country Rocio, thank you so much for everything. This has been a great help! I do not have that information yet. Probably we will be using it once we open the new property Where would I request a certification or apostille? Can I do it in Mexico? colep: the certification you have to request it at the mexican embassy/consulate in your country colep: the certification you have to request it at the mexican embassy/consulate in your country sunnyrox24 : colep: the certification you have to request it at the mexican embassy/consulate in your country Rocio, this is kim, your april 27th 1pm wedding, did you get the fax with all the documents? Colep_1973 : Thank you all for your time. Looking forward in meeting you Rocio. Regards Colep yes kim I got it... Are we able to have the ceremony at the white sands spot if we like it when it is finished? What documents do we need to fax you.. Yes...I have not sent anything yet either and I guess I need to do that? heliotrope bride: If it is available it won`t be any problem for me! mayan2006bride : That is great, thanks for all your help. If you already have a date and a time confirmed for your wedding I will need that you send me by fax the wedding agreement. (you have this on your wedding packages info) Ok, I will do this soon then. Thank you. I guess I will have to fax that too!! lizndave31506 : Do you know if Dave and Elizabeth for March 15, 2006 have sent theirs to you. yes elm1818.. you will need to fill it up and send it to me by fax please lizndave.. no they havent send it.. Will do it this week. Thanks. ok elm1818 Is this just information about us and our family one more quick question, if i wanted to have mini calla lily's, do I have to request that before I arrive? ok ladiues... is there any other question? Do you have March 15th at 3pm reserved for us lizndave... I do not have this info right now on me... I am SOOOOOOOO excited! Thank you again for everything. I can't wait to meet you! yes.. Elizabeth.. I have checked it and yes.. you are booked on March 15th at 3.00 pm Thank you so much, we were worried, we'll get you that information Have a great weekend. Thanks Rocio and Anne and Brenda too!! THanks to all of you for putting this together big relief Thanks Rocio, Brenda and Anne. This was so great. I am glad that I could answer all your doubts... lizndave... I do not have this info right now on me... yes.. Elizabeth.. I have checked it and yes.. you are booked on March 15th at 3.00 pm I have an assistant to train... and she is impatient! he he Thank you so much, we were worried, we'll get you that information THanks to all of you for putting this together big relief sunnyrox24 : I am glad that I could answer all your doubts...

Chat Transcript #2


[gsbride] i want a smooth cake (fondant sp)
[sunseeker379] To Claudia - Would you mind if was to send you a list of poses that we'd like you to take?
[callalilley] i beleive they all cost the same...its whatever package you choose'
[gsbride] i don't know if they can do that...i also want 2 square layers
[bcbride] Hi Claudia!!! I just booked with you for November 13!!! I hope you received my deposit.:}
[claudiaphoto] Alberto is a great photographer too ! most of MY favorite shots with my husband were taken by Alberto
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Alberto is doing our wedding too. Very excited!!
[Brenda] Sorry I am trying to copy this...
[callalilley] gsbride, i think there is only one kind of cake, you just pick the flavor
[Connie] I am trying to figure out how to also Brenda.
[kanbride074] All I have heard is rave reviews about all your groups work
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thanks callalilley! Good to know
[sunseeker379] I heard that it costs extra for another layer to be added to your cake.
[claudiaphoto] I promise I´ll check all deposits this week, but if you send it I´m sure is there I´ll send you a deposit receipt e'mail soon
[gsbride] oh really...I guess I will bring a picture and see what they can do
[beachbumb] Claudia - in your opinion where is the BEST plave at the Palladium to hold the ceremony?
[bcbride] Does anyone know if Rocio will be joining us tonight?
[sunseeker379] oooh...good question!
[sunseeker379] that was for beachbumb
[Brenda] Rocio said she would try her best.
[Connie] I know she was going to try but as you know she is very busy
[beachbumb] thanks sunseeker
[Brenda] Rocio can arrange most anything but remember no alcohol only beer and soda after 8pm on the beach
[gsbride] i emailed her a question about my invitations, I haven't heard back though...so i will ask here. What did past brides put on their invitations for location etc?
[claudiaphoto] well I have ERick and Citlalli with me and we have 2 favorites the White gazebo by the beach in Punta Emilia and also the beach at the Kantenah side, they use to have a really rustic set up with bambu sticks and white fabrics, Rocio has´n´t used a lot lat
[mooky] Hi all. We just got engaged under the webcam in case you saw it.
[Brenda] Hola Mooky...congratulations
[Brenda] Welcome home...
[Connie] We sure did Mooky..........congrats
[bcbride] Congrats Mooky!!!
[kanbride074] we saw it
[Connie] Are you planning to get married at the Palladium?
[callalilley] awww, congrats mooky~~
[kanbride074] congratulations
[beachbumb] THANKS Claudia!
[gsbride] i saw it..so sweet
[sunseeker379] Yes, I heard about you Mooky! :-)
[Connie] There are pictures posted on the website
[mooky] Yes, we're definately going back to get married there.
[claudiaphoto] the gazebo by the colonial lobby is REALLY HOT it might look a little more private but you can melt there ....
[Connie] That is great mooky!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] I hope we can use the bambu, I really want to. Congrats Mooky! very exciting User Brenjs1 has entered this room.
[Connie] Hola Brenjs
[mooky] Special thanks to Brenda for posting the pictures of us
[susita1051] CallaLilley, why don't you tell the future brides what your experience was like (just an overview)
[Brenjs1] Hola everyone!
[gsbride] i saw a wedding there last summer with the bambu sticks and white tulle wrapped around as a canopy...very pretty
[bcbride] Great idea susita!
[Connie] brb
[mooky] We saw beachbride2b's decorations, very pretty
[gsbride] can anyone help with the location for my wedding invitations
[claudiaphoto] yes I agree the kantenah beach is nice bc at the punta emilia white gazebo the beach is not as nice and it´s rocky
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Should you tell Rocio in advance if you know what wedding site you want?
[btrflybride] has anyone seen pics of the "new" beach set up?
[bcbride] What type of decorations did she use Mooky
[Brenda] Can someone copy this???
[sunseeker379] Yes, I am looking forward to seeing beachbride2b's pictures when she gets time to post them!
[claudiaphoto] most of the tmes you can let her know when you get there so you have a chance to take a look at the different places...
[susita1051] B, just tried no luck
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thanks Claudia. Guess I will wait
[gsbride] the canopy isn't very tall though....my 6'4" fiance will not fit under it...it would look funny
[sunseeker379] Claudia - do you mind if brides send you a list of requested shots?
[mooky] We saw the reception at the White Sands pool bar. It was all blocked off so we couldn't go in but they had white sheer and white mini-lights wrapped around.
[Brenda] gs bride what is his name again?
[bcbride] Is the canopy located on the Kantenah beach?
[gsbride] Gabe Schuler
[Brenda] OK
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] My fiance is also 6'4'' somehthing to consider
[gsbride] plant 3 brother at Plant 1
[Brenda] ok
[Brenda] Yes it is located on the Kantenah beach
[bcbride] Thanks Brenda
[mooky] How tall is the Kantenah canopy?
[gsbride] ohhh...the White Sands pool bar. I would love that. I wonde how much extra that was and what they serve
[claudiaphoto] no you can send a list if you want but we always take care of the important shots, ie bride walking down the aisle, grrom looking at her for the first time , guest attending, vows, rings.but if you feel like you want to have a list to make sure we don´t
[Brenda] Claudia did you hear from my cousin Amy Holland?
[sunseeker379] Mooky - what do you mean about the WS pool bar? did she have her wedding dinner near the pool bar or at the Portofino? thanks!
[claudiaphoto] we don´t miss any of the shots you want go ahead and send it
[mooky] Not sure sunseeker379. We were just walking past and saw the decorations
[sunseeker379] ok - thanks mooky! User Brenjs1 has logged out.
[gsbride] hmmm.. i really like the white sands pool bar idea.. i am going to email rocio about that
[mooky] Claudia, is there certain times we can request photo shots ie. morning, sunrise, sunset, etc.
[Connie] When do you plan to get married Mooky or do you know yet?
[susita1051] future brides....Callalilley said she'd be glad to answer any questions if you email her at LGuLa24@comcast.net she had to take care of Palladium baby
[sunseeker379] I haven't created a list of shots just yet but thought I'd ask.
[matata68@hotmail.com] gsbride...i've been told the Gran Azul is 900USD.
[mooky] We're thinking around this time next year.
[Connie] That would be nice Mooky.
[gsbride] so the WS pool bar is the same as the Graz Azul User calabacita12@hotmail.com has entered this room.
[kanbride074] Gran Azul is 900Us
[Brenda] Wonderful Mooky
[claudiaphoto] like included in your Wedding Package??? or as an extra photo session?
[Connie] Are you talking about La Laguna?
[matata68@hotmail.com] gsbride...i think it might be similar...Rocio told me that WS has something identical to Gran Azul.
[gsbride] if I leave gift bags at the reception desk will the staff give them to my guests as they arrive
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] hello girls.. this is Rocio (wedding coordinator)
[Brenda] No...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Im sorry to be late..
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] Question again about wedding plan #1 including 8 guests. That includes dinner??? Can our other guests use their alal cartes???
[mooky] Well, we're not sure what is included in the wedding package.
[kanbride074] Hello Rocio
[matata68@hotmail.com] Hola Rocio!
[bcbride] Hola Rocio!!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] hello...
[gsbride] Hola Rocio
[beachbumb] hi Rocio
[claudiaphoto] hola ro!!! oye porque no usas ya el lado kantanh para las bodasa de la playa?
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Hi Rocio
[btrflybride] hola Rocio!!
[mooky] Hola Rocio!
[Connie] If you each take your turn asking her a question it will be much easier I am sure
[gsbride] yeah...Rocio. Now she can answer all of our questions!!!
[Brenda] Hola Rocio
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes please...
[Brenda] Rocio Claudia has been on helping...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] thx claudia!
[sunseeker379] hola Rocio! I booked my wedding date with you in the summer and requested the Portofino for my wedding dinner. Can I assume that it is confirmed?
[gsbride] Rocio...can you please give the location informatin for my wedding invitations?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] ok girls.. who wantws to go first?ç
[beachbumb] Rocio, any idea when you will have your log book to start booking weddings for January, 2008?
[Connie] Hang on.......one at a time
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] If you have already requested the restaurant there are chances that I have already booked it User tapshoemum1 has logged out.
[sunseeker379] thanks rocio!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] but at this moment I cannot inform you since I am not at the office...
[matata68@hotmail.com] Rocio ... I have the gran azul reserved....how much extra would a DJ cost?
[sunseeker379] that's okay!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] but you can send me an e,mail tomorrow so we can double check it
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] It hink that the bookings for 2008 will start next June or July but we can check around may
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Rocio, just wondering what colors of tulle do you have?
[beachbumb] Thanks, I will e-mail you in May then! User susita1051 has logged out.
[kanbride074] Rocio, are white chair covers and white tables covers at the Gran Azul extra?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Well.. matata..we havent never had a DJ since the brides like to have the live music.. and I think its nicer..but let me check how much a DJ will be and let you know
[Brenda] Claudia...from the time of the wedding how long does it take to get photos? We had this question the other day/
[bcbride] Rocio, will the restaurants make special exceptions for vegetarians?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] jules banana.. you wanted to mean for the ribbons for chairs?
[mooky] brb
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Yes,, white covers for chairs are extra at the Gran Azul...
[kanbride074] How much?
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] Rocio, have you heard from Tami regarding Andrew and Stacy June8th wedding This would be Andy's mom asking. Stacy is working tonight
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] it aprox 3 usd per chair...
[kanbride074] Thanks Rocio!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Yes, what color ribbons do you have for the chairs? Do you have turquiose?
[gsbride] what color tulle
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] bc bride.. for sure we can prepare something for vegetariasn...just you will need to notify me in advance so we can work on that
[bcbride] great thanks Rocio!!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] No.. I am sorry.. we do not have turquoise color... we have the option of white...
[claudiaphoto] we use to deliver the following week when couples stayed long enough but this was BEFORE WHEN WE HAD LESS WEDDINGS, now on busy season May April,October, Nov, Dec, Jan, we are super busy now and don´t have time to have photos ready this fast, now we´ll s
[Brenda] Ok that is what I thought.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] but we have had brides tha want an specific fabric or color and they bring it and I cut it and set them on the chairs.. soif you would like to do this there is no problem
[gsbride] location information for wedding invitations?
[claudiaphoto] from now on we´ll ship all the wedding albums and you´ll get them around 2 weeks after your Weding Day...
[playabride] brenda - do you need me to copy this for you and send it to you later?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] gs bride.. what you wanted to mean?
[Brenda] yes please.
[Brenda] thank you
[playabride] ok
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thanks good to know. Do you know about how much you should bring?
[Brenda] bbfischl@verizon.net
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Brenda.. I have met the couple that got engaged at the webcam!
[Brenda] They are on now.
[Connie] That is great Rocio.
[Brenda] Mooky
[gsbride] i need to know that official name of the resort and city
[Connie] Mooky is brb
[Brenda] wonderful...
[gsbride] I guess I will put the White Sands Gazebo on the invitation also
[Brenda] Rocio, they came home today and he was just on said he will be right back.
[Brenda] Rocio, they came home today and he was just on said he will be right back.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] jules banana... well.. this depends on how many guests you will have (because of the chairs).. and calculate around 2 meters and a half per chair... so we can have nice ribbons
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] Rocio, Have you heard from Tami confirming Andrew Weltzin and Stacy Steele's wedding June8th
[beachbumb] Claudia - do all your packages include the photos, as well as CD's with the photos?
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thank you that is so helpful!!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] The official name of the resort its Grand Palladium Resort & Spa..
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] Tami e-mail all of your e-mails...just wondering if everything is set
[gsbride] okay great....and then for a city/state location?
[gsbride] Cancun, Mexico?
[claudiaphoto] yes all Wedding Photo Packages include CD´s with all the good photos taken, we always include some extras in High resolution quality so you can have prinitngs at home with the same quality of the ones we´ll deliver...
[gsbride] Riviera Maya, Mexico? not sure what to put
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] gjweltz.. I am not sure since I deal everyday with lots of people... but if you want please send me an e.mail tomorrow so we can check it
[sunseeker379] just write Mayan Riviera, Mexico on your invites
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes.. put Riviera Maya, Mexico
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] Stacy is having trouble connecting with you thru hotmail. I would be happy to talk with you. I am Andy's mom
[gsbride] thank you
[bcbride] How far in advance should a bride book at the spa if she wishes to get her hair done?
[kanbride074] Rocio, can we play cd's in the Gran Azul for our reception dance?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] thats nice to meet you Stacys mom..
[gsbride] can I put a few things on my reception table....small favors?
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] how much longer is the chat???
[Connie] As long as people are here
[Connie] No set time.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] bcbride.. i recommend you to make your reservations like one month prior and you can do them by e.mail...it less stressing..
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] cool
[Connie] As long as people are here
[Connie] No set time.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] bcbride.. i recommend you to make your reservations like one month prior and you can do them by e.mail...it less stressing..
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] cool
[Brenda] about 1/2 hour or so...Rocio and Claudia are on overtime.....hehehehe
[bcbride] Thanks Rocio
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] how does one copy this chat
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] kanbride.. yes.. sure.. you can play cds (if you have the gran azul booked)
[gsbride] and you get a 5% discount if you email Paula to book your appointments
[bcbride] Thanks gsbride
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] how does one copy this chat
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] kanbride.. yes.. sure.. you can play cds (if you have the gran azul booked)
[gsbride] and you get a 5% discount if you email Paula to book your appointments
[bcbride] Thanks gsbride
[kanbride074] Rocio, we have the Gran Azul booked!
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] paste on word???
[kanbride074] I'm can't wait
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] gsbride.. yes.. you can bring your favors as well as if you want to put some little decorations..as candles, etc.. no problem
[matata68@hotmail.com] Rocio, i'm interested in having a "rehersal dinner", how is this normally handled? Can it even be done?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] ok Kan bride.. then wont be a problem...
[gsbride] is the White Sand pool bar the same location as the Gran Azul?
[kanbride074] thanks Rocio
[Brenda] Slow down so she can answer ...
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] I will do that too! Should you take pictures of how you want your hair?
[gsbride] is there any decoration at all provided it we chose the buffet for our reception?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] matata. if you are intersted in having a rehearsal dinner.. we can have ALL your guests to give up one of their dinners... but it will be necessary to have a list of all of them (prior your arrival) so with this information we can book the restaurant...
[Connie] Let Rocio catch up with the questions already asked.....I am sure she is scrolling back
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] and you will need to be sure that it will be requested also to have a set menu.. it means that everybody will be having the same courses...
[Brenda] Contact paula for rehersal dinners.
[matata68@hotmail.com] Thanks Rocio and Brenda.
[sunseeker379] julesbanana - when is your wedding? We are interested in bringing turquoise tulle for the chairs too!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] jules banana... if you have pictures or a magazine that shows a hairstyle you would like..feel free to bring it!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] We are getting married May 11th
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] if you choose the buffet as for reception you can also bring decorations for the table... seashells, candles, etc
[Connie] There............all caught up I think
[Connie] Next question.
[sunseeker379] We are getting married May 17th - maybe I could "borrow" your tulle???
[gsbride] will there be flowers there...at the buffet for our reception?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] for rehearsal dinners.. you can send me your request and I will pass the info to the guest services desk so they can handle this...
[claudiaphoto] any other question about photography or video???
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Sure! If I bring it, I will leave it for you!
[Connie] It has been a long day for you I am sure Claudia
[Brenda] Claudia have you checked the wedding page?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] we use to provide a table arrangement (which one is used prior for the ceremony)
[sunseeker379] Do brides typically get annoyed with their veils during photos?
[gsbride] so that can used at my reception dinner?
[claudiaphoto] Brenda I tried the other day but I got lost in the site....do you have the link so you can maybe send it to me by mail later?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes.. the same flowers can be used for the table at dinner...
[gsbride] great..thanks
[Brenda] Claudia…yes, I will send it to you.
[bcbride] Rocio, for a renewal of vows ceremony, is there still a certificate to sign after the ceremony?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] sometimes brides use to get annoyed.. (specially if the day its a little windy)
[gsbride] where do they have the band that plays everynight and also what time?
[claudiaphoto] thank you!!! I know Brides post their photos there when they come back hey?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] bcbride.. yes.. just please notice that this "certificate" its not an official document.. and has just a symbolic value
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Rocio, can we order flowers for our hair with you? Plan to do that instead of a veil.
[Brenda] I have an album for them to post three shots but I have links to your photography.
[bcbride] Great...thanks Rocio
[Brenda] go to the site directory page...scroll down to the wedding bells.
[claudiaphoto] please brides!!! if you like your hair loose try to have at least half up, by the beach is ALWAYS BREEZE and you don´t want to have your hair on your face allthe time right???
[sunseeker379] jules - I was only kidding about the tulle! My friend is getting married there on May 9th - maybe you'll run into each other!
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] claudia, do you just do packages or would you do just portraits of the bride and groom
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] we have different bands playing at the Gran Azul and the La Laguna (this is an equal place to the Gran Azul but located at the white sand section).. and these bands use to play from 8.30 pm until aprox. 10.30 pm everynight
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes.. you can order flowers for your hair with me... preferably the day of our meeting please!
[gsbride] one last question, and then back to the homework....I have at least 2 guests staying off of the resort but coming to the wedding. I have about 40 guests staying at the resort, do I need to pay for my guests that are staying somewhere else?
[claudiaphoto] we aalso have Photo session Packages but we booke this packages according with our availability usually in April and May we have weddings booked everyday... User JanBride has entered this room.
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] flowers extra for the groomsmen and bridemaids???
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thank you very much! I will do that!
[beachbumb] Rocio, if we choose to have our reception at one of the al a cartes, can we go to the Gran Azul afterwards for dancing with the band and garter toss?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes.. for guests that are not staying at the hotel it is necessary for them to purchase a daypass..normally it s 100 usd per person.. but for weddings they can have it for 50 usd
[sunseeker379] Hi JanBride! It's great to see a recent bride in here!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Sunseeker, how funny that your friend is getting married at th same resort that you are!
[JanBride] Hi ladies!
[Connie] Hola JanBride
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] claudia, June 8th wedding protraits only
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] for extra flowers as bouquets for bridesmaids. boutonnieres, corsages... have to be ordered as well in advance (on our meeting)
[Brenda] Thank you janbride
[kanbride074] Hi JanBride
[JanBride] Hi Kanbride & Brenda!
[Brenda] Tell Rocio who you are
[sunseeker379] Jules - We actually didn't meet until after we had both booked our weddings (we share the same travel agent and visit the same wedding forums) - we're now friends and running buddies!
[claudiaphoto] beachbumb why don´t you have dinner at Grand Azul too? it´s nicer and more privatte...just a suggestion
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] beachbumb.. yes.. no problem.. just you will need to make sure that there is no any other wedding held there or any group dinner (since we have also conferences and groups at thehotel)
[beachbumb] thanks
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] janbride.. who are you?
[JanBride] Ladies, I was just recently married at the Palladium - Jan. 17 Edmonton AB Canada
[claudiaphoto] gjweltz I have a wedding on June 8th, but if you send me an e'mail we can schedule an appointment with one of the members in myteam??? you have my website info right?
[JanBride] Hi Rocio!
[bcbride] CongratsJanBride
[JanBride] And Claudia!
[kanbride074] I'm From Ontario, getting married MAy 4th
[gjweltz@hotmail.com] thank you to everyone, this has been e=very informative
[JanBride] Thanks!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] are you Karen?
[Connie] Take care gjweltz
[JanBride] Yes
[sunseeker379] WOW! Lots of Canadians! And...another May bride!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] hey! how are u?
[JanBride] I'm wonderful! How are you?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] fine... with tons of work... ha...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] but still staying alive..!! ha haha...
[claudiaphoto] yes!!! Rocio and I are planing a party in CAnada to get together with all our Brides from before!!!!!just kidding
[JanBride] I bet! You're a busy lady!
[sunseeker379] Rocio - if I play my music on a CD player, will my guests hear it clearly or will the wind block the sound? thanks! User vva4 has logged out. User vva4 has entered this room.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Caludia... we will need to spend like two months in Canada visiting each bride... dont you think?
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] We are getting married on my future inlaws 39th aniversary. Any suggestions for anything special we could do for them?
[claudiaphoto] yes maybe we can spend the whole sumer there wouldn´t it be nice???
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] sunseeker... no problem they will hear it...
[Brenda] Claudia have you been back to the us this year?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes claudia.. lets take two months off! what about next April and May...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] I just kidding...
[Brenda] NO......not April
[kanbride074] JanBride, where was your ceremony and reception?
[Brenda] Hey Rocio...We need to tell Felipe to pay you overtime tonight.
[claudiaphoto] Brenda not yet. I´m planing a visit to my sister maybe for June or July...I´m really busy and I´m trying to find some days to visit her...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes please!
[Connie] Where does your sister live Claudia?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] ha...
[JanBride] Kanbride: Our ceremony was on the White Sands side, at the Gazebo - it was Beautiful!
[claudiaphoto] Connie, in Michigan :14 PM [Connie] Oh okay............I am in Canada.........Alberta....but hardly a bride
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] kanbride...janbride got married at the white sand gazebo and had her dinner at the portofinos restaurant
[JanBride] We had our dinner at Portofino's on the terrace, then to the La Laguna for our reception...
[Connie] Wow you have a good memory Rocio
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] for sure!
[kanbride074] Gracias JanBRide and Rocio
[bcbride] JanBride Did the reception at La Laguna cost extra
[Brenda] Wonderful...
[JanBride] You're welcome!
[Connie] Greatttttttttttt
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Am I invited?
[Connie] Of course
[JanBride] The reception did not cost extra at La Laguna, we did not book anything extra
[beachbumb] Jan bride- what did you do at the reception at La laguna...how did it work? User btrflybride has logged out. user btrflybride has entered this room.
[kanbride074] Rocio, we are arriving on a Saturday. Will you be at the resort on a Saturday or Sunday?
[bcbride] thanks JanBride
[kanbride074] OUr party will be there too!!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] kanbride.. unfortunately or fortunately I have a day off... which is on Sundays...
[JanBride] bcbride: If the Grand Azul/La Laguna are available you can just go there. The band's will usually play your cd's if you have a couple special songs..
[claudiaphoto] Janbride what is your name are you Karen??
[JanBride] You're welcome bcbride!
[JanBride] Hi Claudia, it's Karen si
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes bc bride... Jan bride its right!
[kanbride074] Will you be there Saturday April 28?
[gsbride] how do you find out where the bands are going to be playing
[beachbumb] Rocio -if we arrive on a Saturday, is it possile to get married on the Wednesday if it is after 3pm...as that makes it 3 full buisiness days...or do we have to wait until Thursday?
[Connie] Is that when you are getting married KanBride?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] I will be there on Sunday but during the morning...
[bcbride] Rocio, Is the Japanese restaurant available for the reception?
[claudiaphoto] Hi Karen!!! How´s everytig going??? how´s married life?? User matata68@hotmail.com has logged out.
[sunseeker379] So...if we arrive on a Saturday, can we assume that our meeting will be on the Monday?
[Brenda] kanbride that's my bd...
[kanbride074] Okay, can we meet you then? We are getting married On the Friday!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] beachbumb.. if you are arriving on Saturday or Sunday the fisrt day when you could get married will be until thursday (upon availability)
[beachbumb] ok thanks!
[JanBride] beachbumb: We got to La Laguna around 9:30 and had a few dances (we brought our own CD's with our first dance etc.) then had some more dances to the band and some cocktails. It was lovely! Then we went to the disco.
[kanbride074] We'll say happy birthday Brenda when we arrive!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes.. if you arrive on saturday or sunday.. the chances are that our meeting will be on monday... User gjweltz@hotmail.com has logged out.
[beachbumb] We are wanting January 31, 2008...but I know that I have to wait to book it with you, but I am on pins and needles!...anxious bride, which i am sure you are used to
[sunseeker379] Thanks Rocio!
[gsbride] what is best way for me to find if the band is playing at la laguna or gran azul on a given night
[kanbride074] That will do just fine. Is that enough time for our bloodwork?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Please notice that for our meetings.. you will need to check in your welcome package tht the front desk will be providing to you at your check in time... bc i will be leaving you the confirmation of our meeting and for your bloodtest..
[gsbride] ricarda? can I find that info out before I leave the states
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] gsbride.. you can check this thru me...
[Connie] Ricardo
[beachbumb] Thanks for the info Janbride
[kanbride074] Rocio so you will organize our meeting time with you and bloodwork?
[JanBride] You're welcome!
[Brenda] Gs bride do you want Quzaro(sp)
[claudiaphoto] It was nice chatting with you ladies...I have to go...any other question for me?? please be patient I´m getting more andmore e'mail everyday but I´ll try to answer all the sooner I can bye
[JanBride] Bye Claudia! Take care...Karen Karas
[sunseeker379] Thanks to Brenda and Connie for organizing this chat. I look forward to Working with Rocio and Claudia for my wedding May 17th!!! Take care!
[gsbride] oh great...thanks Rocio. I will email before we leave so I know. I want to have a schedule of events available for our guests
[beachbumb] Thanks Claudia for the info, your photos are beautiful
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] thats why we need AT LEAST the 3 full laboral-business days bc the blood results are ready in 24 hours...
[bcbride] Thanks Claudia!
[Brenda] Thank you so much Claudia
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] sure gsbride!
[claudiaphoto] You´re welocme!!!! THANK YOU for invitingme to participate..see you soon!!
[Connie] Bye for now Claudia
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] kanbride.. yes I will organize both meetings...
[gsbride] Thanks Everyone for all the great info. ONLY 160 more days....we are so excited!!!
[Connie] I am sure Rocio would like to get going also
[Connie] Any more questions for her?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] 15 more minutes...
[Brenda] Yes...
[kanbride074] OKay Rocio , thanks for the information!! It is a lot of help
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Rocio, do our witnesses need to be present when we meet?
[JanBride] You are all in wonderful hands with Rocio ladies, don't worry about anything!
[claudiaphoto] nos vemos el miercoles ro, besitos
[Brenda] night
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] its a pleasure...and I want to thank all of you for your patience since I am the only one doing ALL the things... and also answering all e,mails
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] si clau... besos
[bcbride] Thanks Rocio....this has been great
[Brenda] god bless
[kanbride074] Rocio, you have been really great with all my emails I have sent and answering questions
[bcbride] Thanks also to Brenda/Connie for organizing the chat!!
[kanbride074] Thankyou User gsbride has logged out.
[claudiaphoto] God Bless you all take care and sweet Dreams!
[Brenda] You are welcome...drinks for all..cheers
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thanks Rocio and Claudia for all of your help!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes... the witnesses have to be also in our meeting and you will need to be sure they bring their paperwork so the meetng can be faster
[Connie] It was great of Rocio to take time out of her busy schedule to attend User claudiaphoto has logged out. User bcbride has logged out.
[beachbumb] thanks so much Rocio, can't wait oto be in contact with you in May/June to book our Jan, 2008 wedding!
[kanbride074] Rocio, what paperwork do the witnesses need
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] witnesses have to bring: current passport or drivers license AND IMPORTANT: tourist cards....
[kanbride074] How many witnesses so we need and can they be relatives?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] please be sure your witnesses bring both things... bc they use sometimes to bring passports and leave the tourist cards "very safe" in the safe box.... and they have to run back to the room to get them...
[btrflybride] thank you brenda, connie, rocio and all who answered questions...leave for mexico in 34 days!!! Rocio - how far in advance do you need to know if we need you to supply witnesses....any takers?
[beachbumb] one more question...we only have to bring our passports, birth certificates and tourist cards to be married right? Do we need to get them translated??
[Connie] You are welcome btrflybride
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] you will need of 4 witnesses.. and there is no problem if they are relatives... just they have to be older than 18 years..
[Brenda] Thank you! we want to help make your wedding day stress free.
[JanBride] Looks like I was late joining everyone (time zone error) for anyone who has any specific questions they'd like to ask me, or if you'd like to see more of our photos please feel free to email me anytime! I'd be happy to help...karenruskey@hotmail.com
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] if you have current passports then you wont need to translate as either apostille or certificate the dcuments...
[Connie] I am in Alberta also JanBride
[Connie] Calgary though
[JanBride] Where?
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] any more questions?
[Brenda] kanbride see you soon.
[Connie] You bet
[beachbumb] THANKS ROCIO!!!
[Connie] Thanks so much Rocio
[kanbride074] Rocio is it possible to have a bouquet of all white roses?
[Brenda] Thak you again Rocio
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] u are very wlcome!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Just wondering..What is an apostille?
[Connie] I have to run
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes Kanbride you bet
[kanbride074] See you soon Brenda 9 weeks!!!
[Connie] Neighbour just popped in with my T4's
[JanBride] Bye Connie! Have a good night!
[Connie] they delivered it to his mailbox instead of ours
[Connie] Take care everyone
[kanbride074] GREAT Rocio. I was hoping! User julesbanana@hotmail.com has logged out.
[Connie] Good luck with your weddings
[Connie] And thanks again Rocio User julesbanana@hotmail.com has entered this room.
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] an apostille its like a stamp that you get of the official documents done by the embassy. consulates..
[Connie] Bye for now Brenda
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] hey girls...I am leaving... any last question?
[Connie] vva4....are you a future bride or past bride?
[kanbride074] Thank you everyone! Brenda, Connie and Rocio I will see you at the Party!! I can't wait to meet with you Rocio and plan the wedding details!! See you in MAy!
[btrflybride] gracias Rocio...see you soon!
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Do you have to have an apostille?
[JanBride] No questions, but thanks again for making our wedding so amazing! You are a great asset to the Palladium!
[Brenda] Okie Dokie...
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] yes girls.. Ill see you in april.. at the La LAguna
[Brenda] See you on the forum.
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Thank you to everyone for all of your help
[Brenda] drinks on me.
[Brenda] and Connie
[Connie] Another lurker........I wonder who it is
[Brenda] I think I know
[Connie] You bet........the sky is the limit for drinks
[Connie] Peek a boo.......I see you
[Connie] Bye for now all
[Brenda] VVA ..........lol
[kanbride074] Thans to all the past and future brides also for the chat. This was WONDERFUL!
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] its nice to see you all of you.. ut it will be nicer to meet you in person! User Connie has logged out.
[playabride] bye - brenda i will send this info to your email right now
[JanBride] You're welcome kanbride! User btrflybride has logged out.
[vva4] kanbride074 I am a mother and thanks for all the wonderful info
[Brenda] thank you so much
[calabacita12@hotmail.com] Good night
[julesbanana@hotmail.com] Can't wait!

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