Wedding - Don't Get Stressed Out Over Planning

A wedding is a very special and once-in-a-lifetime experience for many couples and their families. So when the time comes to make plans for a wedding, there is little room for error. Consequently, finding the right venue will be the most important part of the planning process, especially if it means finding a venue that will host both the ceremony and the reception afterwards.

Many couples who excitedly begin the planning process will soon find that planning a wedding is much more difficult than it looks. While it is simple to come up with a guest list and theme, the hard work begins when they must make arrangements for venues. Although still upholding many formal traditions, there are many couples who are choosing to hold the ceremony outside of the church. Instead, these couples might be seeking a more unique and neutral location. In fact, outdoor themed ceremonies are becoming increasingly popular because they offer the romance of a garden or beach ceremony. However, many event venues can only accommodate the reception after the ceremony. For couples looking to hold their ceremony in one of these outdoor locations, it is more convenient to find a venue that can provide a setting for both the ceremony and the reception. In fact, holding both events at the same venue can save money because it eliminates the need for transportation, which can easily add up to $1,000 to the overall budget. Luckily, there are venues that can not only accommodate this type of wedding, but can also provide on-site catering services at a formal reception hall so that there is no need to find outside vendors, or travel to different locations. Eliminating the need for transportation is a big plus for many couples, since budgeting can make or break the overall success of the event.

Besides budgeting, the overall planning can also create another level of stress. As a result, some couples may choose to hire a professional planner to handle some of the more important logistics such as food, beverage, and personnel management. Unfortunately, this additional personnel can add to an already strained budget. It may also be an unnecessary cost at many venues since planning and coordinating services are included with the price of catering services and use of the space. Although there are plenty of places that are qualified to handle the event, few can offer complete planning services and a unique location for much lower than the average cost of a wedding.