The Sentosa, A Beaufort Hotel
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hi all beaufort brides, we just had our wedding on the 22 Sep 2007 at The Sentosa... a lot of our guests had enjoyed themselves very much. here are photos to share:
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Hi everyone,
I'm hoping for someone to share their experience with the planning and details. Am going to have my wedding at Beaufort next year. Please email me at [email protected]
Thanks a lot!
I'm hoping for someone to share their experience with the planning and details. Am going to have my wedding at Beaufort next year. Please email me at [email protected]
Thanks a lot!
summerpeach
New Member
hope some of you can give me advice...
Beaufort is actually one of the venues i am considering..
But i am concern with the quality & portion of the food.
There are 3 menus.
My parents said the 1st menu is too lacking in terms of the quality of ingredients.
So the least they can accept is the 2nd.
I am also wondering if corkage can be waived.
Hiaz.. really love the place but a bit tight on budget..
I am dealing with a new planner now.. she is Cathy.
Wonder if any have her? hope she is generous with perks...
Beaufort is actually one of the venues i am considering..
But i am concern with the quality & portion of the food.
There are 3 menus.
My parents said the 1st menu is too lacking in terms of the quality of ingredients.
So the least they can accept is the 2nd.
I am also wondering if corkage can be waived.
Hiaz.. really love the place but a bit tight on budget..
I am dealing with a new planner now.. she is Cathy.
Wonder if any have her? hope she is generous with perks...
peachy, The Sentosa is not generally known to be generous with perks....
food wise... i took the serenity package, i got to say the menu allowed us to tweak between A & B to have a different sort of banquet menu (compared to the usual we always have at others' weddings).
my relatives and friends told me the food was good. i myself thought the food was good. you never have to worry about portions... after 9 courses, can still be hungry?? a special gluten-free menu we catered for our aunt was so well received, even her husband ate off her plate!
all in all... The Sentosa can create beautiful weddings.... i do have some gripes about the way beer (billed by the barrel) was pushed out to my guests (when we have so many crates of fine wine) ended up our bill for beer was higher than expected, i dun even think the second barrel was served very much so end up wasted. the banquet staff didn't initiate to offer wine instead of beer to our guests... and
but you know... no wedding is perfect. as you start your wedding plans, do have fun and enjoy the process!
food wise... i took the serenity package, i got to say the menu allowed us to tweak between A & B to have a different sort of banquet menu (compared to the usual we always have at others' weddings).
my relatives and friends told me the food was good. i myself thought the food was good. you never have to worry about portions... after 9 courses, can still be hungry?? a special gluten-free menu we catered for our aunt was so well received, even her husband ate off her plate!
all in all... The Sentosa can create beautiful weddings.... i do have some gripes about the way beer (billed by the barrel) was pushed out to my guests (when we have so many crates of fine wine) ended up our bill for beer was higher than expected, i dun even think the second barrel was served very much so end up wasted. the banquet staff didn't initiate to offer wine instead of beer to our guests... and
but you know... no wedding is perfect. as you start your wedding plans, do have fun and enjoy the process!
Hi peachy and violac, im still in the midst of planning my wedding in jan. We're taking the sweet serenity package. Like violac, we are taking dishes from other packages too. It's still going to be a 9 course dinner. But we havent got the outdoor solemnization settled yet. My planner's Cathy too. She's new.. but not new in the bussiness.
But yeah, i feel they're not generous with th perks. I'm not even sure what to ask for, to begin with. Somehow, everything seems proper. Maybe the only things to tweak are the menu, the florist, the stage decorations. maybe can ask for corkage waiver. I'm not sure whether 20l beer is enough as i'll be having hard liqour on my own.
But yeah, i feel they're not generous with th perks. I'm not even sure what to ask for, to begin with. Somehow, everything seems proper. Maybe the only things to tweak are the menu, the florist, the stage decorations. maybe can ask for corkage waiver. I'm not sure whether 20l beer is enough as i'll be having hard liqour on my own.
summerpeach
New Member
Violac: thanks for your advice! 
Actually my main concern is that if they can waive off all my wine corkage as i intend to get fine wines like what you did. Somemore i predict my guests to drink a lot and most consume wines. i estimate about 2.5-3 bottles per table on average. Since i have 25 tables i think i will bring in about 65? what do u suggest?
ps: i saw your wedding pics from the earlier link. you look great!
Bruce: do you mean you took the sweet serenity but you took some dishes from royal romance? do u have to top up? Let me know your outcome for corkage waiver? so i know what to expect. hahah!
Actually my main concern is that if they can waive off all my wine corkage as i intend to get fine wines like what you did. Somemore i predict my guests to drink a lot and most consume wines. i estimate about 2.5-3 bottles per table on average. Since i have 25 tables i think i will bring in about 65? what do u suggest?
ps: i saw your wedding pics from the earlier link. you look great!
Bruce: do you mean you took the sweet serenity but you took some dishes from royal romance? do u have to top up? Let me know your outcome for corkage waiver? so i know what to expect. hahah!
peachy, thanks!
it's highly unlikely they will waive off the entire wine corkage. 1 bottle of wine serves 6 glasses, you're predicting each person drinks 1.5 glasses, you got to assess if that is the consumption rate of your guests. of course you got to take into consideration some of your guests who don't drink, or drink other types of alcohol. if you intend to start serving wines from the cocktail (compared to when seated at banquet) then you got to budget for more.
it's highly unlikely they will waive off the entire wine corkage. 1 bottle of wine serves 6 glasses, you're predicting each person drinks 1.5 glasses, you got to assess if that is the consumption rate of your guests. of course you got to take into consideration some of your guests who don't drink, or drink other types of alcohol. if you intend to start serving wines from the cocktail (compared to when seated at banquet) then you got to budget for more.
Hi girls
I got married at the Grand Salon in Sep. But I did international buffet style dinner, Royal Romance package. Joyce did the co-ordination. I had a dessert bar filled with dark, white and milk fondue, multi-coloured macaroons and desserts in glasses. There is a live bbq station too where the chefs prepared steak, slippery lobsters etc. Not to mention fresh oysters and prawns and cocktails. The flowers are from Secret Garden and Jane is great! I had a post dinner party at the Lawn and my friends enjoyed it. I had 3 harpists for entertainment. One adult and 2 girls played.For pictures ps email me at [email protected]
I got married at the Grand Salon in Sep. But I did international buffet style dinner, Royal Romance package. Joyce did the co-ordination. I had a dessert bar filled with dark, white and milk fondue, multi-coloured macaroons and desserts in glasses. There is a live bbq station too where the chefs prepared steak, slippery lobsters etc. Not to mention fresh oysters and prawns and cocktails. The flowers are from Secret Garden and Jane is great! I had a post dinner party at the Lawn and my friends enjoyed it. I had 3 harpists for entertainment. One adult and 2 girls played.For pictures ps email me at [email protected]
Hi peachy,
I got the sweet serenity chinese set menu. I didnt get dishes from royal romance cos the top up was like 50sgd per dish. LOL. might as well settle for royal romance package.
Hi Lgirl, you had Joyce for co-ordination? I think she's the director. Not sure why, but Cathy seems busy.. Everything about Beaufort seems like so business like. If I need something extra, top up. never hear them say got rebate or throwing in waivers out of goodwill. Its like... "here is our package.. take it or leave it..." :x
I got the sweet serenity chinese set menu. I didnt get dishes from royal romance cos the top up was like 50sgd per dish. LOL. might as well settle for royal romance package.
Hi Lgirl, you had Joyce for co-ordination? I think she's the director. Not sure why, but Cathy seems busy.. Everything about Beaufort seems like so business like. If I need something extra, top up. never hear them say got rebate or throwing in waivers out of goodwill. Its like... "here is our package.. take it or leave it..." :x
summerpeach
New Member
yes i agree.
but for me, the required tables is 22-25.
Beaufort is still an ideal venue since my capacity is hard to source else where.
i will be signing the agreement this sat.
i am worried that after i sign i have no more 'attention' since i am at their 'mercy'. haha. do u think i should ask for something before signing? but then again i dunno what to ask..
but for me, the required tables is 22-25.
Beaufort is still an ideal venue since my capacity is hard to source else where.
i will be signing the agreement this sat.
i am worried that after i sign i have no more 'attention' since i am at their 'mercy'. haha. do u think i should ask for something before signing? but then again i dunno what to ask..
If you're thinking Beaufort is the ideal venue, then forget abt bargaining for perks. The package is standard and no amt of haggling will get you anything extra. Which in a way is good too, cos you know that what you're getting is fair and the same as the next couple, and is not dependent on your bargaining skills or which coordinator you are assigned. The only things you can offset in the package are 1) the flowers 2) spa voucher 3) wedding favours.
Having said that, service is good, and our coordinator went out of her way to accomodate our requests, within reasonable limits.
I have 2 standard unused guestbooks in burgundy and ivory. Please leave a PM if you would like to have them.
Having said that, service is good, and our coordinator went out of her way to accomodate our requests, within reasonable limits.
I have 2 standard unused guestbooks in burgundy and ivory. Please leave a PM if you would like to have them.
Hi all.
Read from other forums horror stories about amara sanctuary. I am now trying to decide whether i should have wedding banquet at sentosa spa or amara sanctuary.
From this thread.. sentosa spa seems good. I met Cathy. Any feedback on her to share ?
Met Irene from Amara Sanctuary. Did Cathy use to work at Amara Sanctuary ? I found a job ad looking for wedding planner for Amara Sanc published on 15 Jan 08... quite worried if i select amara, Irene will pass over to new person, which according to job specs.. require only 2 years' experience...
Read from other forums horror stories about amara sanctuary. I am now trying to decide whether i should have wedding banquet at sentosa spa or amara sanctuary.
From this thread.. sentosa spa seems good. I met Cathy. Any feedback on her to share ?
Met Irene from Amara Sanctuary. Did Cathy use to work at Amara Sanctuary ? I found a job ad looking for wedding planner for Amara Sanc published on 15 Jan 08... quite worried if i select amara, Irene will pass over to new person, which according to job specs.. require only 2 years' experience...
milkyway18
New Member
hi.. any feedback on their food, services and decor? seems like comments about getting freebies from The Sentosa seems difficult??
glamourous
New Member
Hello,
Would like to share with you on the bridal show coming up in March. I saw this ad on DBS website that Rasa Sentosa Resort, Shangri-la has a bridal show on 09 March. Below is the link. You guys might be interested.
http://www.dbs.com.sg/sg/personal/cards/promotions/dreamwedding/
Would like to share with you on the bridal show coming up in March. I saw this ad on DBS website that Rasa Sentosa Resort, Shangri-la has a bridal show on 09 March. Below is the link. You guys might be interested.
http://www.dbs.com.sg/sg/personal/cards/promotions/dreamwedding/
milkyway18
New Member
I'm keen on having my wedding there.... any couples who had their wedding at beaufort and willing to share their wedding photos, esp the decor of the ballroom? can PM me?
any comments on food as well??
any comments on food as well??
I held my wedding lunch at The Sentosa last December and despite not getting freebies thrown in; the folks there were great!
We had a international buffet spread and most of the food were finished. Generally everyone commented the food was good.
They had 2 florists which you can choose from Audrey's from HarbourFront or Secret Garden by Jane from The Central. We chose Jane.
Hope the info helps
We had a international buffet spread and most of the food were finished. Generally everyone commented the food was good.
They had 2 florists which you can choose from Audrey's from HarbourFront or Secret Garden by Jane from The Central. We chose Jane.
Hope the info helps
Hi Jmi,
Where did u hold your wedding lunch? At the ginger room or?
Also, just curious, why did you choose Jane frm Secret Garden? I am quite torn between both of them. Jane from Secret Garden is good but she charges for every extra request. As for the florist at Habourfront, their skills might not be as upmarket. but they are more accomodating.
Any pictures to share?
TIA!
Where did u hold your wedding lunch? At the ginger room or?
Also, just curious, why did you choose Jane frm Secret Garden? I am quite torn between both of them. Jane from Secret Garden is good but she charges for every extra request. As for the florist at Habourfront, their skills might not be as upmarket. but they are more accomodating.
Any pictures to share?
TIA!
milkyway18
New Member
yah i would also like to see some pics... care to share??
Hi all,
We held our wedding dinner @ The Sentosa on 12 Jan 08. Am glad that we have chosen Sentosa with no regrets! All our guests are happy with the place, food especially the dessert Tiramisu!
Feel free to view our photos!
http://www.friendster.com/photos/8541881/1/216244280
We held our wedding dinner @ The Sentosa on 12 Jan 08. Am glad that we have chosen Sentosa with no regrets! All our guests are happy with the place, food especially the dessert Tiramisu!
Feel free to view our photos!
http://www.friendster.com/photos/8541881/1/216244280
Hi Midori,
Try this again? http://www.friendster.com/photos/8541881/1/216244280
Hi Stickymouse,
Thanks for reminding me. heehee..
Try this again? http://www.friendster.com/photos/8541881/1/216244280
Hi Stickymouse,
Thanks for reminding me. heehee..
yay can view!!
thanks michio (very unique name!) i'll share mine with u too www.malvineviola.shutterfly.com
cheers!
thanks michio (very unique name!) i'll share mine with u too www.malvineviola.shutterfly.com
cheers!
wah! your diamond so big and flashy!! sorry just being very outspoken here. tee hee
very pretty bride! lemme guess... gowns from silverlining? i like your hairdo for the solemnization
were you wearing anything underneath your EG at all? hahaha very nice, sexy in a tasteful manner. *thumbs*
was it raining during the solemnization? it looked a little dark outside... anywayz, congrats and thanks for sharing!!!
Midori -- when is your wedding?
very pretty bride! lemme guess... gowns from silverlining? i like your hairdo for the solemnization
were you wearing anything underneath your EG at all? hahaha very nice, sexy in a tasteful manner. *thumbs*
was it raining during the solemnization? it looked a little dark outside... anywayz, congrats and thanks for sharing!!!
Midori -- when is your wedding?
milkyway18
New Member
wow.. Mic, u look great... thanks for sharing..
Which florist did you use??
Btw can i also ask which photographer/videographer did u use? can leave name, contact and website if possible??
others, if you have recommendation for PG and VG, pls let me know too... thanks!
Which florist did you use??
Btw can i also ask which photographer/videographer did u use? can leave name, contact and website if possible??
others, if you have recommendation for PG and VG, pls let me know too... thanks!
i'll share some videos as well
1. unity sand ceremony at the garden lawn
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySZm5V-G0nw&feature=user
2. banquet march in
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaYU-5GORU8&feature=user
1. unity sand ceremony at the garden lawn
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySZm5V-G0nw&feature=user
2. banquet march in
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaYU-5GORU8&feature=user
Hi Stickymouse,
I saw your wedding album sometimes ago b4 my wedding. You look great in your wedding gown!
Yup! My gowns are from Silverlining! I simply love them when i went for my 1st try out with Jit. hehee.
As for my EG i am wearing G-string. Can dun wear lah but i feel weird leh! HAha!
Erm, yes it was raining that evening
actually wanna have my solemnization to be at the garden juz like yours, so beautiful! Unfortunatly, it rains b4 my solemnization so gonna shift up to the floyer. Luckily, the result turn out to be beautiful also cos my guests can see the seaview. Am very happy with most of my guests feedback to me the place was lovely and the food was nice! hehee..
I wanna put up my Wedding Express Video in youtube but not sure how to post it. the video have to be in what format?
I saw your wedding album sometimes ago b4 my wedding. You look great in your wedding gown!
Yup! My gowns are from Silverlining! I simply love them when i went for my 1st try out with Jit. hehee.
As for my EG i am wearing G-string. Can dun wear lah but i feel weird leh! HAha!
Erm, yes it was raining that evening
I wanna put up my Wedding Express Video in youtube but not sure how to post it. the video have to be in what format?
