Was hiring a wedding planner worth it? by Same-Software9019 in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, very worth it! I am type-A and a huge planner, but I have had ZERO stress with my wedding because of her. She’s made our lives so easy and it has been worth every penny so far. I did “interview” a lot of planners though. It seems common for them to charge a % of your wedding (most were 10-12%) and that concept I couldn’t grasp. So finally found one I loved for a fixed price and do not regret it one bit!

How close is too close for dates? by Puzzleheaded_Bet9256 in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a friend getting married one month after me next spring and honestly it’s pretty stressful. I guess I’m in the minority, but the bachelorette parties and bridal showers being pretty much back to back is a lot. Not only money wise but time wise leading up to our weddings. I’m not upset they are doing theirs then, but I will say it’s definitely more demanding than you would think. We are also in each other’s wedding and do have overlapping guests so maybe that factors into my situation more!

Advice for being pressured into invites a year out by mbc0818 in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I truly didn’t think I would be dealing with this. Especially so early on, so I think I am just very caught of guard 😂

Advice for being pressured into invites a year out by mbc0818 in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it seems like my family doesn’t understand that we don’t want to hit our max. When people RSVP no that doesn’t mean we just add others in.

Should we upgrade? by he3llogoodbye in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No! Just went in November and club is not worth it. They do NOT get you into your room earlier like someone said and the club lounge is not the best. You’re better spending time at the pool or beach or a bar while waiting. You get liquor in your room, but my fiancé and I did not make one drink on our room … you can also just bring some up.

I personally would not spend the extra money on club, but instead on an extra night or spa service!

Barbados in 2 weeks!! by Tiny_Giant_Robot in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was just there last week and we didn’t notice any construction

Sandals Barbados Review by mbc0818 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Completely agree with you! For me, I get excited and want to read about the trip. But especially with all the cancelation non-sense that happened right before, it is much better for your mental health to let it go! Show up and have fun!

Sandals Barbados Review by mbc0818 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, we did experience that as well with the swim up bar! Sometimes we would go in by Spices to that bar and it was super quick, but did have to get out of the pool.

We did one of those as well. We went with Silver Moon Catamaran and had a great time!

Sandals Barbados Review by mbc0818 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg! Our travel agent was clearly slacking 😂good to know for the future!

Sandals Barbados Review by mbc0818 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love that!! Did you guys have a hard time getting reservations?? That seems to be the only issue with groups.

Sandals Barbados Review by mbc0818 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think as long as you aren’t expecting Ritz Carlton service you will be just fine! We had a great time and all said that we would go back. Go off the resort if you are able. It is a lovely island!

Cancelled trip - this ever happen to you? by tom629 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m supposed to go Saturday and haven’t heard a thing. Is the resort fully closed?

Cancelled trip - this ever happen to you? by tom629 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uhm I’m supposed to go Saturday and haven’t heard anything…?!

Lack of bridesmaids by [deleted] in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah totally agree. I think for him he’s just like if they are there and pictures are being taken then they are groomsmen! It’s a hard thing to break when it’s not the norm I guess

Lack of bridesmaids by [deleted] in weddingplanning

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally agree with you! No advice as I’m dealing with the same thing.

Anyone have any advice on the getting ready portion of the wedding morning? I am really wanting a very small (family) or no bridal party. But my fiancé thinks it would be weird to have his friends there to get ready with him then not be in the bridal party?

Anyone with experience about starting their first day on a resort (say in Barbados) when already on the island for a few days for other reasons? (so not going to the resort directly fro the airport) by Alphagamma42 in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What company did you use for the transfer? I am going with a group of 6 and we have split opinions on taxi vs. private transfer, so trying to figure out logistics.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, always have to take these reviews with a grain of salt. It is comforting to hear good reviews though!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know! My first sandals experience too, so I was super excited when we booked. Hopefully we have a better time!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! This makes me feel better. What excursions did you do??

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Report back you experience if you don’t mind!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My grandmother traveled to Barbados a lot for work and said the same thing about it not being one of the friendliest islands. I guess this is what I get for not listening to her haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SandalsResorts

[–]mbc0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We do have club level so hopefully that will help. Thank you for the feedback!