Choosing a location for your reception
is one of the biggest decisions. The size, style and ambiance of your
venue will set the mood for your event, while the catering and
rental fees associated with it may easily add up to more than half of
your budget. With an array of fabulous reception sites available,
finding one that fits your style will probably be the fun and easy
part of making your decision.
Many venues offer wedding packages that
include catering, staffing, linens, while some offer a huge selection
of extras, including every aspect of event coordination from your
cake to your music. If you are thrilled with the ambiance, amenities
and vendor selection at an all-inclusive location, you may want to
turn the details over to their staff. From the start, determine what the location you are interested in provides and what restrictions
apply. Get per head quotes for a variety of options and take a good
look at your guest list to see what each option ends up to.
To make the right decision consider
your budget as well as your priorities, then schedule visits at at
several sites and be ready to negotiate.
Important:
- Decide if you are having your reception indoors or outdoors, or both
- Determine whether your location is on- premises or off-premises. On premises venue like hotel ballrooms come with a caterer and other professionals, so be sure their options meet your expectations.
- Decide what beverages you want to serve. The cost for beer and wine versus an open bar can greatly affect your cost.
- Keep in mind that all inclusive packages can save you lots of time and money
- Alternative venues like rustic farms, art galleries and urban lofts are fun examples of off-premises locations. Off-premises venue require to hire professionals separately which gives you greater control over the style and quality of your event.
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