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Marianne
Devoted June 2012

How many reception venues did you look at before you made a decision?

Marianne, on October 10, 2010 at 10:37 AM Posted in Planning 0 41

We looked at 4 yesterday ..... 1 more today and I have phone calls in to 3 other places to make more appointments. Thankfully we've kept up a pro / con list so they're not all running together. But am I crazy for looking at so many places?

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Latest activity by KIMBERLY, on October 14, 2010 at 1:59 AM
  • Mrs. Speer
    VIP May 2011
    Mrs. Speer ·
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    We actually only looked at 1 and my heart was set on it! But I think you should look until you find a place you love! Definitely do not think you are crazy for it!

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  • Ava
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    Ava ·
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    Our hearts were already set on a winery we had visited for Valentines Day, but when we had trouble getting in touch with them at first, we visited one other Winery that we all but hated. Thankfully everything worked out and we were able to book the place we visited on V-day.

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  • Ashley
    Expert June 2011
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    4, had trouble with the one we almost booked so luckily we sat on the contract for a few days to make the best decision... please take your time at this decision!! i almost ended up in a really bad place because of some behind the scenes stuff that i was not told about from the venue. Dont get all excited to get the place booked, jsut make sure you do all your research. GOOD LUCK Smiley smile Smiley smile

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  • Soon to be Mrs.Case
    Expert July 2011
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    We looked at 3... but I contacted about 10 places to get quotes ahead of time to see what would fit into our budget...

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  • Emilie  Staats Hilsenrath
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  • November2010Bride
    Expert November 2010
    November2010Bride ·
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    My FH and I looked at 13 before we picked our venue...I thought we were crazy, but I am glad we didn't settle for anything...look at as many places as you want until you find the perfect one for you..good luck!! Smiley smile

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  • R
    Devoted April 2010
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    We probably looked at 20 but we had somewhat unique circumstances. We had a venue booked and then about a month after we put down the deposit, the venue closed. So we started over. After we looked at a few more places we decided to move the wedding to my hometown so once again, we had to start over. But the second I walked into my venue, I knew it was the one. So no, I absolutely don't think you are crazy for looking at so many places!!

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  • KarateChick
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    I looked at a bunch of places online and put out email feelers. However, we only looked at one actual place, the place we picked. I had been the to establishment before and my older brother got married there as well, so I was confident in it. Plus it's all inclusive (you just have to bring cake, cookies, dj, photographer) and they do everything else for a great price (Lakeview in PA)

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  • bert's girl
    Master April 2012
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    We called like 10 to 15 places and looked at about three or four. We looked at most online. We booked one and it was way to expensive so we got half of the deposit back then we booked an affordable place and it includes our cocktail hour and they are very flexible and offer some decorations! And I agree look around at every place possible ask other people who have gotten married as well

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  • Caitlyn
    Dedicated May 2011
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    I must have looked at close to 50 venues online, but we only visited 3, including the one we chose. The first two were nice, but too many underlying issues that would cause stress on the big day. When we found our venue, it was right in our price range, and it was perfect. We both loved it immediately.

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  • Marianne
    Devoted June 2012
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    Thanks everyone! I am glad to know I'm not crazy. Hopefully we will find our place soon!

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  • Patricia
    VIP June 2011
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    One in person. We knew it was "the one" from the start. Smiley smile It's also extremely well reviewed, so we felt very comfortable going for it (we went up the following weekend to sign).

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  • Patricia
    VIP June 2011
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    Oh oops that's not right, I did a quick go-see by myself of another before that, but FH wasn't with me.

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  • CKJL5410
    Master May 2012
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    Ugh, I have looked at... 14? in person.. I keep finding things that make them not "perfect".. I LOVE the one I went to yesterday. but I am not sure it is big enough... it is getting very tiresome!!.. Still hoping to stumble on the best one, otherwise.. I will be cutting my guest list... A LOT!

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  • Mrs. Phillips
    Master September 2011
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    We looked at 2. the place we orginally liked came with so many fees and prices that we were like no we can't do that, not to mention different people different prices, so we want to a bridal show and fell in love wit the place that it was held and we spoke to the people got a great price for everything and booked a week later. i love it so much. when FH signed the contract i was like "we're really getting married" "this is happening" he said"yes, it is". crazy.

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  • Mrs. Jacques
    Master July 2010
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    We looked at 2 and picked the 2nd one! Smiley smile

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  • Genevieve
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    I contacted about a dozen, looked at one, and booked it.

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  • ♥ Elizabeth Nicole ♥
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  • Miss Michal
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    We've only officially considered three besides the hall/plaza at our church, and we haven't gone to see any salespeople yet, but I have my "wedding glasses" on everywhere. I am ALWAYS scoping out potential locations for everything!

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  • Melissa
    Savvy September 2011
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