The Manor 1858 is the newest luxury event venue in Loudoun County, and I was eager to see what it had to offer. Initially, I had my reservations about the distance—a 90-minute drive from Bowie, Maryland can feel like quite the trek. But the moment I arrived, I knew the journey had been more than worth it.
With engagement season in full swing, the search for the perfect wedding venue begins! Instead of wearing yourself out by driving all over town to visit each wedding venue, consider reaching out to your preferred wedding venue and asking some preliminary phone calls or e-mails. This will help you quickly determine if your preferred wedding […]
Your wedding guest list and your budget are going to be the foundations of your wedding planning, so check out this guest list tracker template and this budget worksheet template that we created for engaged couples like you. I am sure that you will find both of these downloads to be incredibly beneficial. A Worksheet […]
When I started taking care of our couples, I created a venue rating worksheet to help them understand what they are getting for their money. This worksheet lets our couples input the details for each of the venues they are considering, along with some decision-making factors.
Now that you are engaged to be married, you will have to begin looking for a location for your wedding. Here is a list of very helpful blog posts we created to guide you as you secure that perfect venue to host your wedding day!
What Steps Do You Take When Searching for a Wedding Venue Now that we have ushered in the new year, the search for the perfect wedding venue begins! In the interest of time, you may decide to call or e-mail the salespeople at your preferred wedding venues to determine if the venue is available and […]
A thorough site tour (virtual or in-person) of your wedding venue is essential to the success of your wedding day. You should make sure that you are taken on the tour with a representative from the venue. And, you should do your research in advance to ensure that you are able to ask the best questions possible.
Wedding Venue Comparison and Rate Sheet The Value of a Good Spreadsheet for Comparing and Rating Wedding Venues When Chris Wooten and I were engaged, I kept an extensive spreadsheet of venues we considered for our wedding. This spreadsheet was very detailed. It compared and rated wedding venue options for more than 30 venues in […]
When you walk into a potential wedding venue, it’s easy to get swept away in your own wedding daydream. You can practically see the décor, hear the music, and imagine yourself walking down the aisle. You leave knowing you loved the venue . . . but later, you can’t quite remember why.