Thursday 20 August 2015

What To Check For When Choosing Wedding Venues

By Nancy Gardner


Choosing a setting for your wedding is often one of the first and the biggest items to check off your wedding-planning list. This is a critical when planning if you decide on the location, other details such as color, decor and the bridal gown will fall into place. The location of your ceremony determines not only the mood, but also the travel, time and budget. Therefore, the information below will help select wonderful Wedding venues that will be remembered for a long time.

Once you have whittled down your list of venue options to two or three front-runners go back and visit them again. Never make a down payment under pressure from the management. Keep in mind that choosing a venue is more than just finding a spot you like. A destination with a designated events manager will likely provide all kinds of helpful services, coordination packages.

Ask for recommendations from friends and especially from newlyweds of a venue they know. Talk to other couples and vendors who have used the space. Go online to get information on great destinations. Be keen to note whether your venue has great pictures on their website. Web sites are useful because they have details of a wide range of destinations with a click of the button.

Consider whether you want a traditional or non-traditional venue. Event-ready destinations often have tables, chairs, and linens available for your use and, more importantly, a cleanup crew on hand. Remember to book the date at your place of worship before you book your reception location if you decide on a religious event.

If you are going to be married in a distant place, you will require to ensure the date you give to your religious leader will be available to solemnize the marriage. Check if your religious leader is able to come to your chosen venue, find out if they are available around the year you want to marry. Alternatively, you may require to get married completely different.

Deciding what type of ceremony you would like will highlight the area in which you should look for a location as your wedding reception venue. If you want to have your actual ceremony at your destination, as opposed to just the reception, then you will want to make sure the place is licensed for marriage events.

You will want to select a place with a nice scenery and natural features or buildings. An event location with a nice background will give many photo opportunities. Make sure both of you agree that the venue feels like the right place for your celebration. The location you choose should say something about your personal style and your passions.

Consider the cost. Keep in mind that some places also come along with food and beverage minimums that should be figured into your budget as well. You need to know roughly how many people you are inviting and how much you can spend before you start drawing up your list of dream venues. Keep in mind, that catering and alcohol normally take up quite a large chunk of your budget so remember to include it in your calculations.




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