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Getting to the reception from the ceremony- thoughts? (nyc)

Holly, on November 4, 2019 at 11:18 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 6
I want to have my ceramony and cocktail hour at one location (the James Burden Mansion in NYC) and then reception at another place, that's anywhere between 20-40 mins away depending on traffic. I'm thinking of providing a party bus and highlighting cool NYC sights along the way for out of town guests. A bit of a city tour. There'll be light drinks and music, but I'm still worrried people will be bored. Do you guys think this is too long? I used to be dead set against two venues in NYC because I hated the idea of dealing with the traffic- or subway! But I've fallen in love with two different venues and really want to have both.

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Latest activity by Jennifer, on November 5, 2019 at 3:16 PM
  • Jessie
    Devoted September 2020
    Jessie ·
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    I'm typically against 2 different venues, but I love the idea of the party bus tour. Your guests will really appreciate the effort to make the transition easy and fun. Only thing you will have to think about is if people drive to the ceremony, and take the party bus to the reception, how are they getting home safely? Last thing you wanna worry about on the day of your wedding is getting everyone home. I've never been to NYC though, so I'm assuming most people will take public transit anyway.
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  • Megan
    Expert November 2022
    Megan ·
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    I am typically against two different places if it's not close but I love your idea of making the transition from ceremony and cocktail hour to reception fun by providing a fun tour with light drinks and music to keep the party mood.
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  • Renee
    Super October 2020
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    I think a tour bus sounds like fun. Especially if the guests have time between the ceremony and the reception and while you're taking pictures.

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  • Sharon
    Super September 2021
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    20-40 minutes is nothing! Love the idea of doing a tour bus.
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  • K
    Expert September 2021
    Ka-Rina ·
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    I think it is absolutely fine if you provide transportation for all guests. Especially after cocktail hour I don't think anyone will mind. I also doubt anyone will drive to your wedding in NYC so won't have to worry about leaving their cars behind. Love this
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  • Jennifer
    VIP August 2021
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    As long as you provide transportation for all your guests, I would personally LOVE this!!!

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