Where to Start
After you have decided on the amount of people are coming to the wedding start looking for a venue. You will need to book your reception site 9 to 12 months in advance.
Do Your Research
Consult saweddingvenues.com for a wide variety of wedding reception venues catagorised by dream locations.
Get the Inside Info
Ask for recommendations from your friends and family and anyone whose opinion you trust. Check on bridal forums on the net too. They often give a very honest opinion about a wide range of places.
Booking the Appointment
Before making appointments with venue managers, request the following over the phone:
availability on your wedding date food and beverage options on premise
number of guests the venue can accommodate
parking options
number of events the venue will hold simultaneously
Down to Business
Don’t visit every site you have listed. Choose the best ones based on the phone call to the site manager. Bring a notebook and pen to write down all the answers to the questions you have. This way they will be instantly available to you when you get home.
Check it Out
Tour the entire facility, including bathrooms and kitchens. Note the quality of the lighting, and the availability and positioning of electrical outlets (for your band or DJ).
Right Style
Make sure the venues’ décor and style suit your own and the colours and theme of your wedding.
Assess the Space
Request a second visit, when another wedding is being set up, to accurately assess the site's size. If this is not possible, ask to see photos of events that have taken place there.
Meal Time
If the site has an in-house caterer, schedule a meeting to discuss menu options and a tasting.
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