Choosing the Perfect Venue for your Wedding
Your fiancé has proposed – congratulations! – and the next step is selecting the perfect venue that will blow your guests away. The venue will determine everything, from the wedding date to the décor, and even the number of guests you can invite.
It’s important to secure the right venue early as, when you do, everything else will fall into place. But how do you ensure you’ve got the right venue for you?
List those things that you can’t do without
Perhaps you have your heart set on an outdoor wedding, or maybe you couldn’t do without a sit-down dinner.
If you’ve dreamed of something your whole life, write it on a list – and stick to it. That way, when you’re faced with a long list of potentials, you’ll find it easy to narrow things down.
Research the ratings each venue has received
The great thing about the internet is the wealth of information we can access. Websites like TripAdvisor help you explore the ratings and reviews of any venue you could imagine, so you can determine value for money. If most people complain about the cleanliness, for example, you know to shy away from booking your wedding there.
Make it easy for your guests
You might have a rural wedding location in mind but, if it’s a four-hour drive from a major city, your guests might have trouble getting there – particularly if they’re visiting from interstate.
A wedding is about celebrating your romance with the people you love. Make it easy for them to join you and select a venue that they can get to easily.
Also keep in mind that, if your wedding will stretch into the night, you’ll need to ensure there are accommodation options nearby. You don’t want your nearest and dearest to be caught short!
Book the place that can accommodate your whole guest list
It’s inevitable that some of your guest list won’t show up, but try to be conservative when guessing this number. If you predict that 20 people will be a no, you may end up booking a too-small venue – and being caught short when the venue ends up being too small.