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Getting married means big plans. It’s a fantastically exciting moment that most celebrate to the maximum. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate a happy couple! And for many…the celebrations last much longer than the actual wedding.

A lot of brides and brides’ mothers have been thinking about the wedding and wedding reception for years. They discuss the style. They discuss the location. They might even have some exact plans set down.

Fully outlined (and detailed) wedding plans are often available before the date has even been set. Why is that? It’s because girls have been looking forward to this particular celebration since the first time they read a fairy tale ending with a beautiful wedding and a “happily ever after.” A lot of “almost brides” already have their flower picked out and their bridesmaids reserved and their dresses purchased…but not very many have already obtained their venue.

How should brides go about choosing a venue? There are so many things to consider that it’s impossible to fit them all into one conversation much less one article, but the basics are simple to share.

1. Centrally located venues are much more desirable than those that are on the outskirts or remote locations. Why? Because more people will attend. Unless you have the extra money to pay for travel accommodations for your guests you should attempt to make it easy and convenient for them to attend. You want guests at your wedding reception. You’ll be very sad if you have a gorgeous wedding and no one in attendance.

2. Check the design style of your potential venues. Some are quite versatile, but others are very limited. Venues with limited design styles can still be the perfect one for an individual; it just has to be considered prior to booking. The best venues offer a variety when it comes to design styles and venue layouts.

3. And, of course, the venue MUST be available. Remember the cardinal rule when it comes to venues…NEVER plan on using a venue until it’s reserved. Never print anything until you have actually handed over your deposit and signed on the dotted line.

The wedding reception is a celebration of a new beginning. That’s what a wedding is all about. It’s something new and wonderful that is only going to get better. It’s definitely something to celebrate. The venue is such an important part of the package that it can make or break the entire event so make sure to consider your options carefully.

Contributed by Rachel Hansen. For more tips on wedding venues, events and wedding planning visit Villa Sienna.