A wedding is a multi-decision affair, with most decisions falling into two categories: wedding ceremony and wedding reception. Aside from the food, which can be handled by catering in the Philippines, selecting the right location can also take up a significant amount of the couple's time.
In addition, there are hundreds of venues in the Philippines, including Blue Leaf Events Pavilion, Palacio de Maynila, Rockwell Tent, Baluarte de San Diego, Gazebo Royale, The Elements at Eton Centris, Blue Gardens, and several more. However, you cannot simply pick any location without taking these critical factors into account.
Space
The venue must have a lot of room. The reception area must be wide enough to fit all of the visitors. A wedding venue can seem significant at first sight, but wedding necessities (chairs, tables, buffet setup, band setup, dance floor, etc.) take up many rooms. Take into account that your visitors will need some elbow space and it’ll take a slightly bigger room to accommodate all of them into a photo by your wedding photographer.
Estimates can be misleading at times. A backup plan is to check out the venue when it's all lined up for another wedding. Only make sure the scale of the guest list is identical to yours so you can get a close guess.
Areas
The four main events at a wedding reception are eating, drinking, chatting, and dancing. These operations must take place in logical areas.
When doing a site inspection, stand in one corner and imagine where these things will occur. If the venue cannot be divided into parts, it would most likely feel cramped on your wedding day.
Examine the venue's “form.” People in the back may be unable to see what is happening in the front if there are unusual contours or blockages. These elements will jeopardize the actual flow of the wedding software.
Privacy
Most of the soon-to-be-weds value their anonymity. It would undoubtedly enjoy an intimate and private reception that kept wedding crashers at bay.
And you are cool with the possibility of strangers peering in on your wedding (which is valid for public receptions. It would be best to choose venues that encourage clients to buy out the room (guest-only basis). Inquire about security personnel readiness.
In far as possible, the venue can only host one event a day. Ask your wedding planner if it's possible to schedule it privately case because there will be no other events in the next activity fall. If not, you should still go to the site after a function to see how the events impact the activities in the other rooms.
Inquire whether the halls or rooms are noise-proof. It is one method of preventing outside distractions and uninvited guests from disrupting the wedding.
Color
Colors are often used in weddings in the Philippines. The color of the venue's walls and floors, as well as the décor, must not contradict or interfere with your theme, or you will ruin the otherwise powerful effect of color matching.
The venue does not have to be the same colors as your motif, but the prominent hues must somehow complement the motif. Contrasting colors can be an eyesore to look at, not just for aesthetic appeal. If necessary, insist that the owner choose a particular color of curtains on your wedding day.
Light and pastel-colored venues are ideal for brunch and day weddings. Darker hues or neutrals are suitable for classic weddings.
Lighting
The general feeling at the venue is made or broken by the lighting. Make sure your preferred location has plenty of windows for a day wedding. Make sure the venue is not too dark for night weddings. Check that you can adjust the lighting in the entryways and dining areas. You should check if it is feasible to set up candles for an outdoor wedding at night.
Return to the venue and inspect it at the same time when it is your turn to use it. You would be able to see how sunshine passes through the glass and onto the concrete. Candlelight is romantic, but it might not be sufficient throughout the evening.
It would be best if you still asked the owner about the available lighting fixtures for your wedding day and whether they are included in the charge.
Acoustics
During a case, you may want to check the sound level of the venue. Be sure it isn't too echoey since this can trigger strange reverbs while the band is performing. It might make it harder for the visitor to hear other people as they talk.
On the opposite, you choose to tailor the music to the acoustic requirements of the venue. Keep in mind that timber or tile floors intensify sounds while dense carpets muffle them. As a result, if you want a small venue, a combo can be preferable to an orchestra.
View
It's still a bonus to choose venues with breathtaking views of the city skyline, lush greeneries, waves, and so on. Nonetheless, if there are no views, then the venue's décors, such as architectural details, artwork on the walls, period furniture pieces, or crystal chandeliers, will suffice.
Whatever the case might be, the specifics will make the place stand out. Not to mention that they will keep the guests entertained as they wait for the program to begin. They are also excellent conversation starters when meeting people.
Outlets
Examine the venue thoroughly to see if it has enough sockets to plug in something that needs to be plugged in. It is particularly valid if your preferred location does not often hold weddings. Make a mental note of the precise locations of the sources.
If there aren't enough outlets to meet your needs, make sure the place has plenty of extension cords.
Parking
Most venues also have adequate parking as well as uniformed security staff. Nonetheless, where there are no prominent parking spots, ensure a vacant street where visitors can lawfully park.
Alternatively, you might arrange events such as shuttle vans or buses to ensure that everybody gets to the party without having to think about parking. Another viable alternative is carpooling.
It would help if you still chose a reception first before settling on other wedding necessities such as the guest list or choosing the venue before deciding on a wedding date to ensure that the venue is all yours. Whatever you decide, keep these valuable hints in mind when selecting the ideal location.
Call me Jen Hensey, a writer and blogger of LifeStyleConvo & UrbanHouses, who worked as a full-time content creator. A writer by day and reader by night.
