Hey ladies! I'm new and just getting started with the whole planning process, but I recently stumbled across the Shades of Green resort...has anyone gotten married there?? My fiance is Active Duty Army, and his whole family is in Orlando, so he absolutely loves the idea. I just couldn't find much information on the website, except for the intimate wedding/vow renewal. We plan on having too many guests for that package, so I don't know much of anything about it. Can anyone help? Thanks so much!
Re: Shades of Green?
As far as the vendors are concerned, the list actually shrank from the first one we were given. I had planned on using them but found great deals elsewhere at a bridal show. Since SOG is one of those hidden gems, my main requirement for my vendors was that they knew the property and had done several events there before. So far I'm satisfied and again I got discounts so that certainly helps with the budget. I still have to find a cake maker (I'm leaning towards It's Tasty Too) and a florist (leaning towards Peddles). Vicky from Peddles is on their list and I've communicated with her already.
Sounds like you and I both have school and distance in common (which is another reason for me planning so far in advance). I'm in Jax so when I need to go to Orlando I try to book more than one appointment in one day to make it worth my gas. Are you in the Jacksonville area too? Just asking since your area is listed as "First Coast". Feel free to ask me anything. I truly understand the issues planning something out of area can bring.
How many guests? When's the big date? Any details you want to share?
We are all OOT so I understand how that can affect guest attendance. I actually announced very early to both sides what our plans were so that everyone was on notice. One of the things we did was a newsletter just to let everyone know. Also, once we paid for the SOG, they set up a group reservation code and all of our guests have an entire year to make their room reservations there. Even though there is a huge distance for FI's extended family, almost all still plan to attend because they are using it as a vacation. And speaking of which, we are taking advantage of discounted tickets that can be purchased there.
I hope you love it like I do. I immediately fell in love with the ballroom. It is huge!!