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Choosing the Perfect Virginia Wedding Location for your Cinderella Story
You don't have to be a Hokie or a Cavalier to find the perfect wedding reception in Virginia amongst the innumerable possibilities available to even the most discerning bride in Virginia.
For the bride with a flair for the dramatic, perhaps a venue with high ceilings, a grand staircase for your entrance, and a breath-taking vista is what you are looking for. Look for a country club or grand ballroom overlooking the Potomac River or the Shenandoah Valley's Alleghany or Blue Ridge Mountains at sunset.
Outdoor gardens and parks serve as beautiful settings for the couple who loves being a part of nature. The park where you met, or the restaurant where you fell in love, is the perfect sentiment for the romantic couple. Why not arrive at your reception in a horse-drawn carriage at a local bed and breakfast in Northern Virginia, like beautiful Alexandria or perhaps the historic district of Abingdon, VA?
The hip, modern couple may prefer to celebrate their nuptials at a classy downtown gallery or local hotel ballroom with panoramic views of the Richmond cityscape. No matter what kind of venue you are searching for, there are several things you need to consider before making a final decision.
- Does your reception location need to accommodate the ceremony as well? If not, is the ceremony location in a reasonable proximity to your reception locale?
- Is the location large enough to accommodate all of your guests? Is there adequate parking?
- Is there enough room to accommodate all of your tables, the DJ or band, and the dance floor? Note: Request a copy of the floor plan to make visualization of your desired layout a snap.
- Does the facility provide catering services and rentals? If not, is there a preferred or required vendors list?
- What is the availability of your desired venue in accordance to your planned date and time?
- What is included in rental and per-person fees? A great way to save costs is to find a facility that includes many of the necessary supply rentals, like tables and chairs, china, linens, and even centerpieces.
After visiting numerous venues in a short period of time, it may be difficult to remember what each location had to offer. Keep a notebook to jot down key points during each visit. Take some snapshots to include as well to better aid you in making your final decision.
The key to choosing your reception site is comparison shopping. Look around at several places. Don't choose the first place you walk into. With so many venues to choose from throughout Virginia, you are sure to find the perfect backdrop to showcase your style and needs as you celebrate your special day!
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