Posts by Zachary White9

P.S: Don't get bent out of shape if I offended anyone with my jokes—it's just my take on things, even if some people find them a bit much. 😉

Here’s some fresh intel from my scouting trip yesterday:

Lora—Rose Bowl venue.....................$87
Old Sailor..................................$38
Fabula.....................says everything depends, blah blah, guy starts dodging questions and being vague
Benedict Ben ...............................$40
Pirate............................................$42
Bellevue—Savannah...........................$38 (includes decor)
St. Croix..........................................$36
Hilton—Seget................................$50-$60
Marina Frappa..................................$50 + drinks (around $25 per head)
Mammoth (near Lukšić).............................$33 + $2 for chair covers
San Antonio (behind the Lion).......................$35 + $15 drinks = $50

So yeah, I wanted to check out a few more spots, but I couldn't track down the managers, so I don't have prices for those.
As for my other impressions—I gotta admit, the whole "socialist" vibe at Honey was a bit disappointing; the hotel hasn't been touched in 20 years. San Antonio is a cute little boutique hotel, but it's way overpriced. At Mammoth, I loved that they roast the lamb right there—smelled amazing—and they're actually renovating the hall, so it's looking pretty decent.
Bellevue has a lovely room, and the manager is super young, really approachable and helpful. My only gripe is the hotel itself feels a bit silly inside the building, and since the hall is on the 3rd floor, you're definitely getting a workout in heels.
Maestral was kind of a bust for me—just stuck right by the road in the middle of nowhere.
The Hilton in Seget has a perfect setting and this hilarious little hall with huge, grand chandeliers and a killer view of the ocean-pool-woods combo. There was just this clumsy guy there letting us know it's somewhere between $50 and $60 and that it's better if the wedding isn't during peak season... he'd much rather have it in early October to catch the guests. (At San Antonio, the guy there explained that guests get dinner served in their rooms that night). Can you believe him?
St. Croix is actually pretty solid, also in Seget—if you don't mind driving. Good price, the hall was totally tidy, and they had these blue lights. Oh, and the bar is wooden.
Arkada Podstrana has a tiny stage, and apparently, the hall holds about 100 people—very cozy, local feel.
Old Sailor is all wood and feels a bit fishy to me, but honestly, it's pretty good.
Lora fits about 200-250 people, but she’ll need a ton of decor, especially for the ceiling. I did hear the service there is top-notch, though.

I’m looking for something for 120-130 guests. If anyone knows anything important that I missed, PLIIIIIZ let me know because I have to decide by tomorrow afternoon. Right now, my favorites are Old Sailor and Bellevue in Savannah!
Help!!!!

rapidmason10 said:A little more intel on the band Orange...

I actually hopped on a call with their lead singer yesterday, and man, she was an absolute gem! She didn't dodge a single one of my questions—seriously, I’m still buzzing from how sweet she was.
For those who haven't heard the scoop, she’s expecting a baby soon. I asked if they'll be back on stage by June 2009, and she gave me a big "you bet!" 😍
They play pretty much everything except for that cheesy country stuff... just a heads up though, prices are gonna jump a bit next year.
Shoot me a DM if you want the full lowdown!

Could someone send me their contact info via PM? And if anyone knows the updated pricing, let me know! thanks!

placidharbor21 said:I actually went ahead and booked a DJ for my wedding too, mostly because bands just aren't my scene and I honestly have no clue how they manage to set the right mood. I’ve been to weddings with live bands—some were great, some were total disasters—but I just couldn't see myself doing that at my own party; it’s just not my style.

On the flip side, I’ve been to plenty of weddings with DJs, and honestly, it all boils down to the playlist you pick. I was at this one wedding a few years back where the DJ played nothing but cheesy Top 40 hits—you know, the kind of stuff like Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, or Katy Perry—and since that’s absolutely not my taste, it was a nightmare. I was practically counting the minutes until I could leave. But, looking around, the couple and most of the guests seemed to love it, so for them, it worked perfectly.

Then there were other weddings where the DJ played stuff much closer to my personal taste—mixing in those classic oldies we all know, some modern hits, and even some international tracks. There was something for everyone, I had an absolute blast, and the rest of the crowd was having a killer time too.

Personally, I think DJs are awesome, and I’d say don't listen to those people who claim a DJ can't build a good atmosphere. It’s entirely subjective! In every single wedding I’ve attended where there was a DJ, the energy was actually great. A friend of mine had a huge wedding a few years ago with a DJ, and it was fantastic; they played a mix of local favorites and mostly foreign hits. It was a younger crowd, and everyone was dancing their hearts out. But again, I’ll stress this: it all depends on the couple's vibe and what they actually enjoy!

If you need my DJ's number, just shoot me a DM and I'll pass it along.

Oh man, I just now saw your comment. What can I say? I really don't have any firsthand experience to go on. As for the music—I'm definitely more into electronic stuff myself, but let's be real: two-thirds of the party will probably be the older folks and my fiancé's side of the family who just want to shout along to old-school classics. I have to admit, that part stresses me out a little—I don't want my wedding to turn into a sweaty basement rager, but I also don't want people just sitting around, either.

Jeremy Wilson5 said:It all really comes down to your personal taste, but if you ask me, I’m always going to vote for live music. Maybe a DJ would work for a luncheon or a seated dinner where there isn't much dancing involved, but the atmosphere a live group can create—whether it's a full band, a duo, or even a trio, as long as they are talented—is just incomparable. At least in my experience, I've been to a few events where that was the case (and just to be clear, I'm not saying the music or the food was bad, it just felt like something was missing from the overall vibe).
Perhaps you should try attending a wedding with a DJ sometime, just to see if you actually enjoy it. Since you've never experienced one without live music, I guess it might not be the wisest move to gamble on it for your own big day just yet.

Thanks, Jeremy Wilson5. You've got a point there—I think I'll look for a live band instead. I'll check which ones are free for the ninth month, since everything is already getting super crowded by then anyway. 🤷 😕

rapidmason10 said:Holy Cross-za 2009 is going for $42 per person.

I actually went yesterday—it was only $39.

Help me out—does anyone have a contact for a small wedding band? Looking for someone for a set and wondering about typical pricing

Also, what’s the vibe on hiring a DJ instead of a live band? I know a DJ usually has a better repertoire, but I really don't want it to feel like we're just listening to the radio or being cheap
I haven't actually formed an opinion yet since I've never been to a party without live music. What do you guys think? Which way is better
😕 🤷

Jerry Sanchez53 said:Well, they were looking for someone specifically for the home performance, which was what $667 requested, but for the full day through the evening, it would have been $1067. We eventually figured that for that amount of $400, it probably made more sense to just let them play until they were completely exhausted 🤣. That’s essentially how it went down. They ended up playing for us until about 3 in the morning. 😉

Could you please PM me their number?
I'd also love to know what kind of stuff they usually play—just so I can get a general idea of the vibe
😉

Anyone have any experience with:

San Diego - The Officers' Club

Benedikt- Bene

Vila California

Maybe an outdoor BBQ?

What kind of searches should I be running to find stuff worth ordering?

I’ve been seeing blood on the toilet paper when I pee for the last three days—nothing else in between, though. I'm 24 and this has honestly never happened to me before! My period ended about two weeks ago, and just a heads up, I haven't been on birth control for three months now.

Look, I don't want to freak you out, but...
there’s a good chance it’s just a standard pimple. But—and this is a big but—if it doesn't start drying up right away after you squeezed it, it's never too early to go see a gynecologist. Even if nothing is wrong, at least you can grab a prescription for birth control that you might end up needing soon anyway. The thing is, some stuff—like low-risk HPV or genital herpes—can actually be picked up from someone else's towel or even just skin contact. They show up differently for everyone, sometimes looking like tiny sores, little bumps, or warts. So, if it isn't clearing up fast, just head to the doctor.
P.S. It's most likely just a pimple, though—don't sweat it too much.