30 Sep What to Avoid When Choosing a Wedding Venue
When planning a wedding, there are a series of decisions you need to make, and one of the biggest decisions you will make during the process is choosing a wedding venue. This choice can make or break your wedding, so it is crucial that you make the right decision when choosing a wedding venue. However, for most, the wedding planning process is something they don’t have firsthand experience in, but knowing which wedding venue mistakes to avoid can help you make the right decision when it comes time to pick the venue of your dreams.
3 Major Wedding Venue Mistakes to Avoid
Not Knowing Your Budget
Even if you already have a venue in mind, you need to figure out and set your budget before you begin planning your wedding. Not having a budget is one of the biggest wedding venue mistakes you can make out of the gate, so this needs to be thought out carefully. You need to include every element of your wedding and take into account hidden fees, taxes, and gratuities. You don’t want to blow most of your money on the wedding venue if you don’t have much to work with.
Consider the Location
Unless you are having a destination wedding or looking to have a small and intimate wedding, consider the venue’s location. Picking a wedding venue that is easily accessible for your guests is crucial if you want everyone on your guest list to be able to make it. If you choose a wedding venue that is a few hours away from where most of your guests live, then there’s a good chance that your guest list might get shortened since some might not want to or can’t travel that far. If having a large wedding filled with family and friends is important to you, then stick to a location that is easily accessible.
Not Seeing the Venue in Person
Getting something sight unseen is rarely recommended, and when it comes to something as expensive as a wedding, it is important to visit prospective wedding venues in person before you make your final decision. A good photographer can make a small, dingy venue look much different in a picture, so you can’t rely on photos alone when choosing a wedding venue. You need to physically be in the space, which can help you visualize your wedding. As you view the space, imagine if you could have all of your friends and family together in the space without being too overcrowded or stuffy. You need to make sure that the space will work with your décor/theme and wedding. Getting the ‘feel’ of the space is also important. Many times, this can help be your guide when it comes to making your final decision.