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dannywedding
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Can change but sat package menu is the most hao liao type why you want to change?
Unless you want change Cod fish to salmon fish? Haha
Unless you want change Cod fish to salmon fish? Haha
wintumnsky
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Jus bcome a MM bride n basically when discussing the food menu, my coordinator allow us to change except for few dishes which cant..
Think they r quite flexible so this shouldn't b a problem...
Think they r quite flexible so this shouldn't b a problem...
wintumnsky
New Member
U prefer d mango sago or yam paste?
I heard their mango is good..
Anw changing of dessert shouldn't be a problem as my coordinator did mention dat to me..,
I heard their mango is good..
Anw changing of dessert shouldn't be a problem as my coordinator did mention dat to me..,
Does anyone have the Marina Mandarin map and directions for the invitation cards.
Can you please email them to me if you do. [email protected]
Tks
Can you please email them to me if you do. [email protected]
Tks
wintumnsky
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Hi bigmelon, think their next wedding show should have free flow of beer.. but wine, hmm.. high costs so not sure...
i signed up in late oct n was entitled to their oct wedding fair perks n have free flow of beer.. but for wine, only 1 bottle per table as mentioned above as well..
i signed up in late oct n was entitled to their oct wedding fair perks n have free flow of beer.. but for wine, only 1 bottle per table as mentioned above as well..
wintumnsky
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anybody here booked their wedding at Vanda Ballroom? As the ceiling is low, the room gives a more cosy feeling,, jus wondering if any way to make it look more grand...
tangerinez
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hi wintumnsky, i'm meeting the coordinator next week to discuss about vanda ballroom. the place is indeed not very grand looking but the reception area is really nice isn't it?
not sure how to make it look more grand.. maybe use colours like gold/silver? give it a bit of regal feel?
i quite like the cosy feeling though. feels intimate
not sure how to make it look more grand.. maybe use colours like gold/silver? give it a bit of regal feel?
i quite like the cosy feeling though. feels intimate
wintumnsky
New Member
have u booked the ballroom?
ya, i like the holding area n especially in the evening, they have a pianist playing below at d lounge which contributes to d nice ambience..
did u see d paintings at d side of the rooms?
can help me ask d coordinator whether we can remove those paintings on wedding day? hehe.. i dont really like those paintings though...
ya, i like the holding area n especially in the evening, they have a pianist playing below at d lounge which contributes to d nice ambience..
did u see d paintings at d side of the rooms?
can help me ask d coordinator whether we can remove those paintings on wedding day? hehe.. i dont really like those paintings though...
tangerinez
New Member
nope, i have not booked it. having concerns over the min tables.
yes, i noticed the ugly paintings when i was there last Fri. hideous in fact!
the coordinator has not gotten back to me on the appointment but hopefully will get to see her this coming week. i will try to remember to ask and then update you. remind me if i didn't
yes, i noticed the ugly paintings when i was there last Fri. hideous in fact!
the coordinator has not gotten back to me on the appointment but hopefully will get to see her this coming week. i will try to remember to ask and then update you. remind me if i didn't
wintumnsky
New Member
Oic.. No worries.. I can mail my coordinator to check with her de..
When u intend to have ur AD?
When u intend to have ur AD?
tangerinez
New Member
hey gal, i saw some pictures of weddings held in vanda ballroom and the fugly paintings are there in the background. OMG...
12 May 2011. how about yours?
12 May 2011. how about yours?
wintumnsky
New Member
I was telling my bf dat if they refuse to take d pics down den I will get florist to cover it with flowers.. Hehe..
Mine is 11-dec-11... =)
Mine is 11-dec-11... =)
Hi all,
I'm new to this.. I juz went down to MM to check out the their ballroom.. Checked out their Grand Ballroom and I thought it looks nice..!
But I find the ceiling a little low though.. Does this part on low ceiling affect you guys? Have to say i love the chandelier, it gives a very classy look..
Am also looking at Marriott, Sheraton, Conrad and Oriental.. Any feedbacks? Need some advices from you guys..
Thanks in advance!!
I'm new to this.. I juz went down to MM to check out the their ballroom.. Checked out their Grand Ballroom and I thought it looks nice..!
Am also looking at Marriott, Sheraton, Conrad and Oriental.. Any feedbacks? Need some advices from you guys..
Tangerinez/Wintumnsky: Please do check the availability of your dates (especially weekends) in the ballroom as next year is a good year for weddings...especially in popular ones like Marina Mandarin...
Thank you also for pointing out on the pictures as it did not even strike me when I went to view the ballroom
Thank you also for pointing out on the pictures as it did not even strike me when I went to view the ballroom
Cheryl: To each their own preference, if you think that high ballrooms are important, then go for those who have high ceilings...among your selected few, MM really have the lowest ceiling....
Rank your preference which will be your guide to your final selection (I can offer you some preferences that is worth considering)
1. Alcohol (this is my most important priority as my family and friends are all drinkers so the hotel must have free flow of beer and at least give some bottles of wine, alcohol costs can be a pain in your pockets)
Break down per barrel cost and per bottle cost if you feel is not necessary (and not inclusive in your package) and then add in the additionals cost expected
2. Price (must be realistic, if 5* expect their rates to be higher...but if you can find 5* hotel rates to be comparable with 4* rates, no need to think already)
3. Ceiling Height of Ballroom
4. Bridal suite night or helper's room or anniversary stays (flexible, exchangeable etc)
5. Free tea-ceremony or soleminsation venue
6. Carpark Coupons (normally 20%) - This will nornally also coincide with how many carpark lots there is in the hotel.
7. LCD Projectors
8. Foyer/Reception (see if you have exclusive foyer...be aware that some ballrooms are linked which means that they may have 02 or 03 weddings at the same venue as they are able to partition into different venues or some ballrooms are close by to each other that your lobby is almost shared)
9. Pillars or pillarless
10. % of printing cards
11. Prinitng costs (some hotels give complimentary printing)
12. Difference in pricing with weekend pricing (if you are flexible)...you maybe surprise by shifting your dates 01 day earlier or later will have a big saving in $x000...Sat is the most expensive followed by Fri then Sun pricing
13. Perks Selection (some hotels allow you to select your own perks so you are able to customise what is needed for your wedding)
14. Convenience (MRT or bus stations nearby)
15. Additional Perks (some give anniversary stay, F&B dining, rebates etc)
16. Dates availability and always ask them to book for you tentatively (normally they will hold for around 1-2 weeks)
Lastly, once you have all these bullets in your ammunition, go for the KILL and dare to ask the catering person you are meeting...anyway, just by asking sometimes you may get surprised of the outcome...but if you don't ask you will definitely not get...
Remember, rank what is more important to you, there is no situation that everything is important then you will never be able to get your "ideal" hotel..i went to even more hotels than you around 15 (cos we wanted to keep our options open and we started our hotel shopping since May) in fact and in the end only shortlisted 05 and finally MM (which we confirmed in June)
The reason why I chose MM is bcos of good reviews and personal experiences with the hotel...moreover i am very comfortable with the catering manager (as she is very expereinced and knows what we want, hope that she will still be in charge of our event)...the perks met my expectations which is the most important.
Have fun selecting...but keep in mind that dates are running out very soon...
Rank your preference which will be your guide to your final selection (I can offer you some preferences that is worth considering)
1. Alcohol (this is my most important priority as my family and friends are all drinkers so the hotel must have free flow of beer and at least give some bottles of wine, alcohol costs can be a pain in your pockets)
Break down per barrel cost and per bottle cost if you feel is not necessary (and not inclusive in your package) and then add in the additionals cost expected
2. Price (must be realistic, if 5* expect their rates to be higher...but if you can find 5* hotel rates to be comparable with 4* rates, no need to think already)
3. Ceiling Height of Ballroom
4. Bridal suite night or helper's room or anniversary stays (flexible, exchangeable etc)
5. Free tea-ceremony or soleminsation venue
6. Carpark Coupons (normally 20%) - This will nornally also coincide with how many carpark lots there is in the hotel.
7. LCD Projectors
8. Foyer/Reception (see if you have exclusive foyer...be aware that some ballrooms are linked which means that they may have 02 or 03 weddings at the same venue as they are able to partition into different venues or some ballrooms are close by to each other that your lobby is almost shared)
9. Pillars or pillarless
10. % of printing cards
11. Prinitng costs (some hotels give complimentary printing)
12. Difference in pricing with weekend pricing (if you are flexible)...you maybe surprise by shifting your dates 01 day earlier or later will have a big saving in $x000...Sat is the most expensive followed by Fri then Sun pricing
13. Perks Selection (some hotels allow you to select your own perks so you are able to customise what is needed for your wedding)
14. Convenience (MRT or bus stations nearby)
15. Additional Perks (some give anniversary stay, F&B dining, rebates etc)
16. Dates availability and always ask them to book for you tentatively (normally they will hold for around 1-2 weeks)
Lastly, once you have all these bullets in your ammunition, go for the KILL and dare to ask the catering person you are meeting...anyway, just by asking sometimes you may get surprised of the outcome...but if you don't ask you will definitely not get...
Remember, rank what is more important to you, there is no situation that everything is important then you will never be able to get your "ideal" hotel..i went to even more hotels than you around 15 (cos we wanted to keep our options open and we started our hotel shopping since May) in fact and in the end only shortlisted 05 and finally MM (which we confirmed in June)
The reason why I chose MM is bcos of good reviews and personal experiences with the hotel...moreover i am very comfortable with the catering manager (as she is very expereinced and knows what we want, hope that she will still be in charge of our event)...the perks met my expectations which is the most important.
Have fun selecting...but keep in mind that dates are running out very soon...
wintumnsky
New Member
Hi toons, thanks for reminding us abt d availability... Have already booked d ballroom for my AD.. =)
D ballrooms r really being snapped out fast n we r thankful we got ours!! Hehe..
U really have a v good list dat will help BTBs in making decision n even for me, after I booked d vanda ballroom, m still grumbling abt d low ceiling at times.. But ur list did highlight few impt plus points of MM.. =)
Do u think we can all grumble abt d ugly paintings at vanda room to our coordinators so dat they may feel dere is really a need to do smth to those paintings? =p
D ballrooms r really being snapped out fast n we r thankful we got ours!! Hehe..
U really have a v good list dat will help BTBs in making decision n even for me, after I booked d vanda ballroom, m still grumbling abt d low ceiling at times.. But ur list did highlight few impt plus points of MM.. =)
Do u think we can all grumble abt d ugly paintings at vanda room to our coordinators so dat they may feel dere is really a need to do smth to those paintings? =p
wintumnsky
New Member
Cheryl: I jus went to a wedding lunch at oriental.. Nice ballroom n food n if u dun mind wedding lunch, it's below $1k per table..
wintumnsky
New Member
Anybody manage to find actual wedding pics held at vanda ballroom? I only manage to find weddings held at Grand Ballroom n the ballroom look nicer n more grand.. So jus wondering if can see pics of real wedding settings..
stickytape
New Member
my wedding is in March, and I just received a package with 2 wedding cards (one red and one white) to choose from.
I emailed my coordinator and she replied that MM only has these 2 to choose from. is that true with you girls too? I recalled having more choices!
I emailed my coordinator and she replied that MM only has these 2 to choose from. is that true with you girls too? I recalled having more choices!
wintumnsky
New Member
Hi stickytape, i just signed with MM in end sept n my coordinator told me there r 2 types for us to choose from as well..
slaphappybone
New Member
anyone has the photos of the 2 cards? i am not able to view those 2 cards yet..
wintumnsky
New Member
I have checked with my coordinator wrt the paintings.. it seemed that it is not likely they will remove it unless the mgmt suddenly decides to change a theme or wad...
have highlighted to her that there r quite some feedbacks that the paintings r ugly..
hopefully u all can feedback to ur coordinators too n they will do smth.. =)
have highlighted to her that there r quite some feedbacks that the paintings r ugly..
hopefully u all can feedback to ur coordinators too n they will do smth.. =)
maomaomeow
New Member
Hi all, I am considering MM for my lunch next Oct and Fiona is my point of contact. I forgot to check out the ugly paintings! Seems like it is a normal perk to throw in a bottle of wine free per table. i was offered this perk to replace the wedding favours as i will not be needing them. Should i ask for more perks? Are you charged for corkage?
stickytape
New Member
@Cecilia a previous BTB has posted the pictures of the cards here..
http://www.singaporebrides.com/cgi-bin/forumboard/show.cgi?tpc=6&post=4120380#POST4120380
I recall that mine the shape is slightly different. but I can't really remember. The colour and design is same though
http://www.singaporebrides.com/cgi-bin/forumboard/show.cgi?tpc=6&post=4120380#POST4120380
I recall that mine the shape is slightly different. but I can't really remember. The colour and design is same though
bluee_jazz
New Member
hi all, ive sent in email checking for package details for 2011 din but then they said its not out yet.
can anyone pm me the package for 2011 din?
my email: [email protected]
thanks in advance!
can anyone pm me the package for 2011 din?
my email: [email protected]
thanks in advance!
michellelee21
Member
Hi all,
any 2012 BTBs here planning to hold their wedding at MM? we're considering MM but seems like only their package for 2012 are not out yet??
any 2012 BTBs here planning to hold their wedding at MM? we're considering MM but seems like only their package for 2012 are not out yet??
twinkling_scarlet
Member
Hi Michelle,
I'm considering MM too, for 2012. Emailed them 2 days back but their package has yet to be released. The lady mentioned late Jan/Feb.
I'm considering MM too, for 2012. Emailed them 2 days back but their package has yet to be released. The lady mentioned late Jan/Feb.
michellelee21
Member
@bem: Hi! if my memory didnt fail me, i think the suite have no bathtub.. i didnt see any bathtub when we went to view the suite.. the bridal suite is relatively smaller too, in my opinion.
@lynnie: Hello! their 2012 package is out! its 1118nett/1188nett for weekends.. which day are you looking at?
@lynnie: Hello! their 2012 package is out! its 1118nett/1188nett for weekends.. which day are you looking at?
twinkling_scarlet
Member
Michelle : Yup, I received their 2012 package too. I've yet to calculate on my wedding date.. But planning for a Sunday in December most probably, thus will be $1168 nett. Do you know if MM gonna have any wedding show? Which date u looking at?
michellelee21
Member
@lynnie: if i'm not wrong, there may be a wedding show in July. I think you can afford to wait for the wedding show (can nego for additional perks!)as there's still some time to your wedding.
mine will be march 2012.. debating whether to wait til july or just sign & secure the date. =s
mine will be march 2012.. debating whether to wait til july or just sign & secure the date. =s
twinkling_scarlet
Member
Yeah, guess I can wait for the wedding show to sign up. If yours is a hot date & u truly like MM, then I suppose booking early to secure the venue will be advisable. I noticed that there's only complimentary 30L beer but no wine..
michellelee21
Member
yep.. it's a very basic package..
im guessing there may be bottle of wine guarenteed per table, another complimentary beer if we wait for wedding show..
corkage + cost of wine & beer can be very expensive!
im guessing there may be bottle of wine guarenteed per table, another complimentary beer if we wait for wedding show..
corkage + cost of wine & beer can be very expensive!
michellelee21
Member
i've just signed the package with MM..phew!
one big load off the mind..
@cmlim: i dont think they charge 10% more.. they go by per pax?
perhaps you would like to check the the coordinators there, its easier
realised that i forgot to ask about this too! omg
one big load off the mind..
@cmlim: i dont think they charge 10% more.. they go by per pax?
perhaps you would like to check the the coordinators there, its easier
realised that i forgot to ask about this too! omg
lefabuleux22
New Member
I've just attended a wedding at the Grand ballroom 2 weeks ago. The service was poor.
Inexperienced and clumsy servers who made a mess while scooping the noodles. Wasn't attentive to refill drinks fast.
Food wise 6/10. Some dishes were not hot enough and the fish wasn't well done.
Big disappointment because I am also a Marina Mandarin BTB in 2 months time. The other guests at the same table were also bitching about the service and food.
There I was thinking.. GREAT! I'm a Bridezilla in the making ( -_-")
And that red Carpet! I noticed the position of the carpet was awkward because it doesn't start from the door.
There's 2 entrances to the ballroom but the red carpet happens to be right in between the 2 entrances instead. How silly looking. Did anyone notice??
GOsh... why didn't I see that when I went for viewing. BRIDEZILLA MODE ON.
Can they shift the carpet or something? Now i'm really regretting for not going for Oriental. Arghh.. MM is a 4-star hotel? or 3-star?
Pay peanuts get monkeys?
Inexperienced and clumsy servers who made a mess while scooping the noodles. Wasn't attentive to refill drinks fast.
Food wise 6/10. Some dishes were not hot enough and the fish wasn't well done.
Big disappointment because I am also a Marina Mandarin BTB in 2 months time. The other guests at the same table were also bitching about the service and food.
There I was thinking.. GREAT! I'm a Bridezilla in the making ( -_-")
And that red Carpet! I noticed the position of the carpet was awkward because it doesn't start from the door.
There's 2 entrances to the ballroom but the red carpet happens to be right in between the 2 entrances instead. How silly looking. Did anyone notice??
GOsh... why didn't I see that when I went for viewing. BRIDEZILLA MODE ON.
Can they shift the carpet or something? Now i'm really regretting for not going for Oriental. Arghh.. MM is a 4-star hotel? or 3-star?
Pay peanuts get monkeys?
lokiewedslydia
New Member
hihi lee ling
i was choosin between mm and mo and at last i took mo althou its more ex by 300+ per table
i second wat u mentioned as i experienced these durin my frn's weddin in oct09
the food was gd thou.. jus tt btb in mm shld mention to their coor abt the service..
they were very rush and took the plates even be4 we were finished..
i was choosin between mm and mo and at last i took mo althou its more ex by 300+ per table
i second wat u mentioned as i experienced these durin my frn's weddin in oct09
the food was gd thou.. jus tt btb in mm shld mention to their coor abt the service..
they were very rush and took the plates even be4 we were finished..
hihi im also considering between MM, MO and Conrad (all next to each other).
The latest package for 2012 is just out (im planning for end 2012). of cos prices for 2012 have increased.
Im ok with the ballroom but wasnt really wowed by it.
the price is the cheapest as compared to MO and Conrad..so now im in a dilema!
Lee Ling, who;s ur coordinator?
The latest package for 2012 is just out (im planning for end 2012). of cos prices for 2012 have increased.
Im ok with the ballroom but wasnt really wowed by it.
the price is the cheapest as compared to MO and Conrad..so now im in a dilema!
Lee Ling, who;s ur coordinator?
lefabuleux22
New Member
Hi helovesmi ilovehim, your experience was in Oct09 so maybe standards/chefs have changed coz it was quite disappointing when I attended the dinner last month.
MO's food is really good. U made the right choice! Your guests will be wow-ed for sure.
Hi Jaslyn, Initially, Vanessa was the one who attended to us. She has moved to another dept since so she handed us over to Fiona.
My wedding is less than 2 months away and I have yet to hear from them. Is it normal?
MO's food is really good. U made the right choice! Your guests will be wow-ed for sure.
Hi Jaslyn, Initially, Vanessa was the one who attended to us. She has moved to another dept since so she handed us over to Fiona.
My wedding is less than 2 months away and I have yet to hear from them. Is it normal?
Erm... Before today when you contacted her did she respond quickly? My coordinator is also Fiona I jus met her recently of cos I haven decided whether go tak MM yet still comparing.
I guess she will contact you soon? Normally a mth before will be the food tasting etc. You choose ur theme setting already? Or you contact her?
Btw ur package does it it include certain number of bottles of wine and extra beer? She told me no perks for alcohol oly standard 1 barrel beer no wine mayb during roadshow may have but nx roadshow in July!
I guess she will contact you soon? Normally a mth before will be the food tasting etc. You choose ur theme setting already? Or you contact her?
Btw ur package does it it include certain number of bottles of wine and extra beer? She told me no perks for alcohol oly standard 1 barrel beer no wine mayb during roadshow may have but nx roadshow in July!
lefabuleux22
New Member
Vanessa was quite prompt but that was before i sign with them. I did not sign during the roadshow but I did get free wine.
Can't remember how many bottles coz it was 1 yr ago need to check my contract.
I think they will extend the same perks if you push for it. If you really want to sign with them, don't be shy to bargain for those perks.
Since they give it away during roadshow, don't see any difference if you can sign with them straight away.
Can't remember how many bottles coz it was 1 yr ago need to check my contract.
I think they will extend the same perks if you push for it. If you really want to sign with them, don't be shy to bargain for those perks.
Since they give it away during roadshow, don't see any difference if you can sign with them straight away.