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Choosing the Perfect Wedding Venue
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By Celeste Humphries
ongratulations! Once you and your special someone have decided to “tie the knot,” one of the first and most important tasks is choosing the perfect location for the ceremony. Whether you are planning a simple or extravagant event, the venue itself will influence many future decisions, including how your matrimonial budget is dispersed. There is no such thing as the “right” engagement length; every couple’s timeline is different with varying resources, visions, and circumstances. Unless you have a specific sentimental day in mind, venue availability, size,
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and seasonal weather patterns will naturally narrow the list of potential dates. These factors along with a few others outlined below will assist in your search for the perfect wedding location. Venue coordinators are trained to help you plan the big day; be prepared with a list of initial notes and an estimate of the number of guests to make your quest easier and more efficient. Your list should include details that are somewhat negotiable as well as those that are absolute deal breakers. Be sure to request an itemized statement of all costs and fees associated with hosting a wedding on the premises. Due to the varying aspects
