Thank you all for your input. A lot of good ideas & advise. The wedding couple agrees to legally marry in the states quietly, to keep things simple. I don't see a need for a planner if the resort/restaurant offers private wedding arrangments? Also, as a MOM, I worry about safety on the beach after the sun goes down. Do they have security on site? A lot of questions... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />