Claudia with Dreams Cancun ~ A wedding coordinator interview!

Hello wedding world!
Today I am thrilled to have a special guest from the beautiful beaches of Mexico, Claudia Cantillo. Claudia is the Wedding Coordinator at the Dreams Cancun. She is definitely a master at what she does and is a wonderful asset to the Weddings by Legacy Travel team.


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~ Wedding coordinator interview ~


Hello Claudia and thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to be with us today!

It is a great pleasure to be part of this and thank you for the opportunity to share my experiences with all the excited brides !!

Okay, so first question ~ how long have you been helping plan dream-come-true weddings for the Dreams resorts?

I started with AM Resorts 6 years ago, I think I have planned about 1,000 weddings, more or less.

WOW, a thousand? Haha! I bet you have seen it all! What is your favorite part about your job?

As most of the girls…I think my favorite part is when the couple is just right there at the Ceremony at the gazebo overlooking the water, holding both hands, exchanging vows, a wonderful couple happy, connected, so much love around and you even feel it, it is a special moment…Isn’t it romantic????

Awwwe, full of romance certainly. With the gazebo at the resort it is inevitable. What are some of the most fun/memorable weddings you’ve planned?

I remember a lovely bride singing to her future husband while she was walking to get married to him, all their family guests & friends were crying even me & the minister, it was so emotional !!!

I have seen & experienced a lot of funny moments too I graciously remember a wedding on the beach. It was a very hot summer and at the end of the ceremony at the photo session everybody from the wedding party jumped into the ocean…….they wanted me to do the same but I was still working!! I wish I could have!!

But the funniest was when I fell down just in front of a garden reception, more than 50 people around and just in front of the Mariachi playing a happy Mexican song…it was sooo embarrassing for me !!!

Oh no! Haha! I'm sure it just lightened the mood. ;-) How do you feel about wedding favors? Have there been any impressive or creative ones that made you stop and admire?

Yes of course! I always have the opportunity to see all of them, a lot of great ideas and unique details, when I see them I always think about all of the time and dedication a bride puts into personalizing and creating their own ideas, it gives a special touch to the wedding and it is a token of their appreciation to all of their friends and family attending their wedding.

Being in a tight economy right now, would you suggest an area to cut costs or downsize?

Take in consideration that most of the Destination Weddings have slow season months and they can find very special deals with airfare, hotel, etc.

Make sure to think of all additional items you want for the wedding. Sometimes there are useless things you probably will not need and will help you save some money, also consider items you can do yourself (DIY).

Is there anything new and exciting going on with Dreams Cancun weddings?

We have a new renovated gazebo !!

Yes, I know! It looks so much more modern, simple and beautiful. Okay, last question ~ If you were to give some tips or advice to a soon to be bride, what would it be?

Dreams Cancun Gazebo is a unique location for your wedding.

Choose the place perfect for you, close your eyes and imagine you and the man you love at the perfect spot…and go for it !! Wedding Coordinators are always willing to help you plan last minute things, do not get stressed, remember the only and most important thing is you.

Well said. Thank you again Claudia. :-)

If you are interested in having your wedding vacation held at the Dreams Cancun feel free to call us at 972-517-9130 or toll-free! 1-866-329-7157. We are here to help you find the precise location for you and your guests then between us arranging the travel arrangements and the resort's wedding team your special day is sure to be as blissful as possible. We are here for you as well as some of the best coordinators in the world like Claudia. It's what we do best!

Stacy and Michael ~ wedding at the Dreams Tulum

The bride and groom: Stacy & Michael
The resort: Dreams Tulum
The photographer: Resort photographer
Travel agent: Terrah Rominger



"The vacation was great the resort was great, the wedding planner was great! The wedding was stress free, they did a great job with the flowers, cake and getting the outfits ready! They really listen and do exactly what you want! The photographer was great! The best part was the chapel! Thank you for all your help! It was perfect! - Stacy"

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"The resort/staff was a ten plus!!! It was all perfect - we thoroughly loved every minute/drink/food of it!!!! I would recommend that facility to anyone - it is a beautiful place and the staff were fun, happy, accommodating and such a joy to be with. I will forward Stacy's wedding pictures so you can see just how gorgeous it was...thanks again! - Christy (mother of the bride)"

Stacy and Michael recently tied the knot at the beautiful Dreams Tulum. This resort has 'picture perfect' written all of over it. The buildings, flowers, chapel, the decor, palm trees and the BEACH are all so beautiful. The food and staff are the icing on the cake. ;) Love this resort.

When Stacy contacted me for help with her destination wedding I immediately knew I was going to enjoy working with her and her guests. She was so sweet and bubbly! And I was right. Her and her guests are all happy-go-lucky southerners who enjoy a good time with good company which always makes for a good wedding vacation. ;-) Her mom, Christy, was also a joy to work with and would often cause me to get that song stuck in my head "Stacy's mom has got it goin' on ♪♫ ..." haha! Thanks a LOT Christy!

Overall, it ended up being a success and I look forward to helping you all with any future travel needs!


Much love from Legacy,

Audra & Greg ~ wedding at the Couples Swept Away

The bride and groom: Audra & Greg
The resort: Couples Swept Away
The photographer: Family member
Travel agent: Terrah Rominger


~ Bride Interview ~

What made you decide on having a destination wedding?
convenience, no stress, cost efficient

What made you decide on the resort/venue?
Recommended by co-worker

Who was your photographer, and if you had one, your videographer?
David Jones, my cousin(photos) and Stacy and Lloyd Tyson (photos and videotaping)

What was the biggest difficulty in planning your destination wedding?
finding a location, everything else was easy once I chose the destination

What was the highlight of the experience?
The scenery, the workers at the resort

Biggest surprise?
How the males of color were looked over several times to serve others people

If your best friend were planning a destination wedding what would your advice be to her?
Concentrate on finding a location first and get that booked then there are really no worries unless you want more. I did not go into this with any expectations and I had a wonderful time.






Audra, you look so incredibly beautiful and it was a true honor to be part of your special day. Thank you for sharing. ♥

Devine & Donald ~ Wedding at Couples Swept Away

The bride and groom: Devine and Donald
The photographer: Resort photographer
The resort: Couples Swept Away
Travel agent: Terrah Rominger

~ Bride Interview ~

What made you decide on having a destination wedding?

We wanted our wedding to be different, very special and intimate.

What made you decide on the resort/venue?

We took Terrah's advice on the resort, and it was perfect!!

Who was your photographer, and if you had one, your videographer?

We chose the resort photographer and videographer.

What was the biggest difficulty in planning your destination wedding?

Nothing!!

What was the highlight of the experience?

Having our close family and friends at our wedding, and that our parents really got to enjoy themselves!!


Biggest surprise?

Our wedding reception..I didn't expect it to be so beautiful!!

If your best friend were planning a destination wedding what would your advice be to her?

I would suggest that they have there wedding at a Couples Resort. The resort is WONDERFUL and the staff is the best that I have ever experienced. They will make sure that your day is special and one to remember!!

It was a true pleasure working with you and your guests Devine!


Much love from Legacy,

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