After the excitement of an engagement wears off, reality sets in and it becomes time to start making plans for the wedding. While many couples are anxious for the big day, few may realize the extensive planning that goes into making sure everything goes according to plan. In fact, many couples will plan ahead up to two years in advance to make sure their budget fits their overall vision. While there are many wedding venues around that can handle almost anything, it is important to find the right venue for each couple’s needs.
The average cost of a wedding in the United States is around $25,000, but this does not mean that all couples will have this kind of budget for their day. Indeed, budget is one of the biggest factors in planning a wedding, and many couples are looking for clever ways to stay below their budget. For instance, food and beverage for the reception typically account for almost 40% of the average wedding budget. This leaves little for the other important factors such as decorations or transportation. Therefore, doing a little research of the many different wedding venues available is very helpful because there are several venues that will offer their space as a package to include food, beverage, decorations, and planning. These packages are especially money-saving when it comes to the food and beverage because it also includes a full-service waiter and bar tending staff. Additionally, the couple can customize the reception menu to fit both their needs and budget.
Unfortunately, many wedding venues inly have the space to accommodate the reception. Although the overall cost, for using this space, might be a little less than other venues, hosting the reception in a different location adds up because the transportation must be added into the budget. Instead, there are venues that accommodate both the ceremony and the reception. In fact, many couples have found that venues that can host both tend to have unique and romantic outdoor areas that can make their day more memorable. As an added advantage, this can help to save up to $1,000 in the budget since there is no need to pay for transportation..
Finding perfect wedding venues can make or break the budget. While a couple might have a specific venue in mind, it might not be conducive to their budget. Even with a fairly large budget, it might be less stressful to find a venue that can handle most, if not all of the logistics when the day comes.
