*Begin your search right after you've settled on a head count. Book your reception site 9 to 12 months in advance.
*Seek recommendations from friends, family members and coworkers—anyone whose opinion you trust. And, chat with brides in your area.
*Before making appointments with site managers, request the following over the phone:
- availability on your wedding date
- food and beverage options on premise
- number of guests the venue can accommodate
- parking options
- accessibility for handicapped guests
- number of events the venue will hold simultaneously
*Narrow down your list of sites, based on the phone interviews, and schedule site tours. Bring a notebook and pencil, and write down answers to your questions.
*Tour the entire facility, including bathrooms and kitchens. Note the quality of the lighting, and the availability and positioning of electrical outlets (for your band or DJ).
*Make sure the site's decor and ambience complement the style and colors of your wedding.
*If the site has an in-house caterer, schedule a meeting to discuss menu options and a tasting.
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