Wedding Reception Tips

• We put together some wedding reception tips to make planning your reception a little easier
  
• When comparing the cost of different locations, don't forget to add in the cost of rental equipment, such as tables, chairs, glasses, plates, silver and serving dishes, if you are considering a location that doesn't provide these items.
  
• Private country clubs, restaurants or hotels which provide complete service and facilities many times can be less expensive, and relieve you of the burdens of coordinating the wedding reception.
  
• Make sure you see the room or location in person where the reception will take place.
  
• Have the room name, or description, written on your contract to avoid any confusion later.
  
• Disadvantages with private clubs, restaurants or hotels are that you must conform to their time schedule, and many times, to pre-established menus which allow little or no flexibility.
  
• Private homes or gardens can offer more flexibility with regard to personal desires and time schedules.  However, the burden of coordinating is on you, and may require the assistance of a wedding coordinator.
  
• Interview a few caterers and reception location managers; compare the cost and what each will provide before making your final decision.
  

Destination Wedding Reception Tips and Ideas

The ever-popular destination wedding, affectionately called the "wedding-moon", combines both the wedding, reception and honeymoon together in one location.

With all the challenges in planning your "perfect" wedding and the price tag that comes with it, more couples are choosing to reduce the hassle and focus on something truly unique.

The destination wedding is generally held at a desirable location that allows the wedding guests to vacation and spend more quality time with the wedding couple.

The destination wedding is typically for less than 40 people and involves a few days of activities for all the guests.  The destination wedding is the central location that the bride and groom chooses as their "headquarters". Activities are then planned for their guests from this location.

These destination weddings can be an exotic destination or the hometown in which you grew up.

When planning a destination wedding be sure to have an itinerary for your guests, so they will have an idea about
what to expect.

Whether you choose an exotic destination or the hometown in which you grew up, there are many choices to put you in touch with the honeymoon and/or destination wedding location of your dreams.

 Imagine having your wedding in romantic destinations like Fiji, Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, Australia, Costa Rica or even Canada. To find your destination wedding, click here, to begin your search.

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