You’ve made the commitment. Now it’s time to plan the party that will celebrate your wedding! That’s going to involve some expense, so it’s smart to get the most out of every dollar you’ve budgeted. Birkat Elyon has a long history of providing couples with dazzling cubic zirconia engagement and wedding rings that are far more affordable than diamonds, so we offer this essential list of questions to ask about your wedding venue before you sign on the dotted line.
- What are the rates for different days and seasons? (Some couples are opting for less-popular days/times where discounts may be available).
- Is my preferred date available? Is there a wait list for it? How far in advance can I reserve it?
- How many hours are included in the space rental?
- How much is the deposit and how is the payment schedule structured?
- What’s included in the total? Are things like service fees, cleaning, and gratuities included or are they separate line items?
- When is the last possible date to make any changes to our reservation? What’s the cancellation policy and any fees involved?
- Do you have a list of approved vendors? Do we have to use them? If we don’t, are there limitations/guidelines for using outside vendors?
- Do you have an in-house caterer? Are food and beverages included in the rental fee?
- Is there a food and beverage minimum? What if we don’t meet it? Also, do we need to purchase liquor through you, or can we source it ourselves? If we do bring it in, are there corkage/service fees?
- Do you have your own sound equipment and speakers, or do we need to rent them?
- How much on-site parking is available, and will guests be charged?
Birkat Elyon hopes that these essential questions for your wedding venue helps makes your big day more budget-friendly and even more special!