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Clearwater and St. Pete

jenfink05jenfink05
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Hey!! My name is Jen. My mom and i are going to Florida in two weeks to look at Don CeSar, Sandpearl, Sharaton Sand Key, and the Marriott in Clearwater. I was wondering if anyone had suggestions, advice, or have worked with these places. I am from PA so will not be able to go down again. I also was hoping that people had some possible vendor suggestions, possibly dress shops too :) I am so excited and would love all the feedback I could get!
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  • kmf218kmf218 member
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    edited December 2011
    Congrats! I'm getting married about an hour north from those locations but I did speak to a few of your venues. I love the Don CeSar but when I mentioned my budget to the guy (don't remember his name) he kind of brushed me off and hurried me off the phone. As far as the Sandpearl I know a lot of other brides getting married there and they love it.
    My MOH who is also engaged got her dress at CC's Boutique and loved the service. I have also heard that Honey Pot Boutique and Athena's Bridal are great. I went to Athena's and the selection was nice but the consultants were a little pushy. If you have the time I'm getting my dress from Maria's Bridal Connection in New Port Richey and they are great! The owner Maria has a thick accent so she is a little hard to understand but my consultant Viictoria is amazing! She really listens to what you want and you cant help but have fun with her. I hope your trip goes well! Good luck Smile
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  • Kristin789Kristin789 member
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    edited December 2011
    Just want to say that I had a horrible experience at Athena's in Clearwater and would never recommend it.
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  • ajk25ajk25 member
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    edited December 2011
    CC's Boutique in St. Pete has been great! Got my dress, my bridesmaids dressed and my mom's dress all from there! Julia is a great
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  • andy1111andy1111 member
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    edited December 2011
    I looked at the Don Cesar and the Sandpeal both.  They have packets with vendor recommendations and I know that a vendor has to be invited to be on their lists.
    I am leaning toward the Don Cesar but, they are both beautiful locations!
    I am using Grant Hemond for my DJ but, there are some great DJs out there.
    Good Luck and have fun when you come down!  
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  • lynns0606lynns0606
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    edited December 2011
    Hello & congrats from a former Pittsburgher!!

    I'm getting married at The Sirata on St Pete Beach.  Ceremony on the beach, cocktail hour on the deck/breezeway, reception on the 8th floor (3 of the 4 sides of the room are windows & have great views).  We are using DJ Jeff Staples (he worked at Grant Hemmond but is now on his own so he had flexibility w/ price).  Videographer is Ian at Movie Magic.  I've heard great things about CCs in St Pete.  Flowers - haven't decided.  Cake - Publix

    Good luck & hope you have a great time while you are in town!
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  • M1ssJM1ssJ member
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    edited December 2011
    As for dress shops don't leave without checking out Jon's Bridal!
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  • jenfink05jenfink05
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks everyone for the advice. I am really excited to be going down!! As we get down there and start planning i know i am going to have more questions. andy1111 why are you leaning toward Don CeSar? And anything i should know going into it?
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