5 Important Questions To Ask Before Deciding On A Destination Wedding Venue

Planning a wedding is such a task and if it is a destination wedding then trust me, it is no less than a Herculean task! The most difficult decision about a destination wedding is finalizing the venue. It can take several months to pin on a location and then finding the perfect venue for stay and functions. It's not just the aesthetics or food of a place - there are a lot more things you need to be concerned about. Budget is also not the only thing that is a key decision factor, there's so much more. Wondering what all needs to be taken care of while signing the dotted line? Don't worry, we have consulted some professionals from the wedding planning field and compiled a list of 5 important questions you need to ask the hotel venue before finalizing it for your D-Day!

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• What's your availability on my wedding date?

What's the status of rooms and the hall on that particular date? Is there a waitlist? Are there any other events happening on the same dates? If yes, how will the staff manage it?

These are important questions regarding the availability that you must ask! You should prefer a venue that is exclusively hosting your event and not a place with multiple functions on the same day as it may result in a lot of confusion and limited venue access.Image via Vogueshaire★ 4.8

• Do you have any arrangement for logistics?

Is there enough parking space available? Is there a valet service? In case of need, will the hotel be able to provide extra cabs to pick certain people up? How far is the venue from the main market? Is the venue handicap accessible? Are there any arrangements for an ambulance?

These may sound like not-so-crucial points, but trust me, accessibility to everything is the key to a successful wedding!

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• Are outside vendors allowed?

A lot of places these days have a monopoly with regards to vendors. They have an impaneled list of people who they prefer working with. This can be slightly tricky when planning a destination wedding as you need vendors that you can trust and interact with at your convenience. Always check with hotels if you can onboard a team that you trust to make your wedding a hit.

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• What in-house services are included in the package?

It is very important to check what in-house services are available in the discussed package and if there are any hidden charges involved. Staffing, laundry, welcome drinks, mineral water, room service, pool access and so on are queries that one must clear before fixing the hotel.

Do not hesitate and keep these questions for later as it gives hotels a chance to charge extra!

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• Are there any cancellation policies or back-up plans in case of emergencies?

ALWAYS ask about the cancellation policies and room blocking terms. While you may have assumed a certain number of rooms to be filled, you never know who backs out at the end minute. To save you that extra loss, don't forget to set the terms and conditions before paying the token amount, itself. Also, check with the hotel if they have any back-up plans for bad weather or any disaster that happens (just to stay safe).

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Do you have any more questions regarding how to choose a destination wedding venue? Write them down in the comments below.