{"id":2120,"date":"2011-03-28T14:09:33","date_gmt":"2011-03-28T19:09:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=2120"},"modified":"2017-03-14T13:20:24","modified_gmt":"2017-03-14T17:20:24","slug":"planning-your-big-day-which-venue-is-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/planning-your-big-day-which-venue-is-right","title":{"rendered":"Stumped For Wedding Venue Ideas? Step 1: Here&#8217;s How To Choose Between Indoors &#038; Outdoors."},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_11219\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11219\" style=\"width: 736px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11219\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c.jpg\" alt=\"venues for weddings\" width=\"736\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-672x504.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11219\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11219\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c.jpg\" alt=\"venues for weddings\" width=\"736\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4eae437b7bb6e0100748384ebb48c58c-672x504.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/434949276482018659\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em>By: Nora Foster<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Planning a wedding involves a number of decisions, but the biggest one you\u2019ll face is deciding where to host the big day. Choosing a wedding location, specifically coming up with\u00a0wedding venue ideas and deciding between\u00a0indoor wedding venues or outdoor wedding is key to your sanity. The sooner you decide on your wedding location, the better.<\/p>\n<h2>Is an Indoor Wedding Venue the Right Choice?<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11220\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11220\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11220\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083.jpg\" alt=\"how to pick a wedding venue\" width=\"500\" height=\"669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083-224x300.jpg 224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11220\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11220\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083.jpg\" alt=\"how to pick a wedding venue\" width=\"500\" height=\"669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6b67c77276262ed857f67241ac74b083-224x300.jpg 224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/352266002074547234\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A major appeal to an indoor wedding venue is you don\u2019t have to worry about the weather once your guests have arrived, unless of course tornadoes or hurricanes frequent your part of the world.\u00a0 Indoor wedding venues can range from barns to meeting halls to ski lodges to country clubs to reception halls and hotel ballrooms.\u00a0 Each of these may offer a \u201cbundle\u201d of amenities and allow for varying degrees of customization, which usually impact the cost.\u00a0 Some of these sites may have staff to help coordinate your wedding, and provide the necessary tables, chairs, bars, lights, dance floors and even the linens, dishes, glasses and flatware.<\/p>\n<p>As you consider venues for weddings, an indoor site has its own quirks so ask plenty of questions and make sure you have inspected all the furnishings to ensure they will be functional and attractive for your guests.\u00a0 If you\u2019re not satisfied with the provided items, such as chair style, chair covers and\/or the size or shape of the tables, these items can be rented and brought in. But remember, you will in effect be paying twice for these items. But if having the right style of chairs or linen colors adds to the beauty of your special day, it may be worth the extra expense.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11223\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11223\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11223\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue\" width=\"550\" height=\"827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-532x800.jpg 532w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-500x752.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11223\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11223\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue\" width=\"550\" height=\"827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-532x800.jpg 532w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/6c5a7d3c463ef8b8b320547802190969-500x752.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/240661173812153967\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Setup and breakdown can be challenging in certain indoor venues. If your rental agreement only allows you access for a few hours before and after your reception this may influence the amount of decorating you can reasonably accomplish.\u00a0 Determine if there are any groups using the space before and after your event or other groups using the property at the same time, as you may have to work around these users.<\/p>\n<p>You should also consider the number of guests you anticipate and make sure the indoor venue can accommodate your requirements for parking, restrooms and of course seating space, dancing area and stand up cocktail areas.<\/p>\n<h2>Does an Outdoor Setting Make the Grade?<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11217\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11217\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11217\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057-220x300.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11217\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11217\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue ideas\" width=\"500\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/0d31f39be022bb3aed3eaf4c0ec78057-220x300.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/260434790924926422\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The possibilities for outdoor sites are almost endless, especially if you live in a particularly picturesque part of the country.\u00a0 You may choose an outdoor site that has special meaning to you or your fianc\u00e9, such as a lake where you spent summers growing up, the backyard of your childhood home or a family property.\u00a0 Of course, there are many inns, museums, golf courses, farms and parks which welcome weddings, and some of these may have very attractive packages for outdoor weddings.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, an outdoor site will be subject to the weather. \u00a0In general, a full-service rental company will have solutions to prepare for most any condition. Tents can be remarkably good at keeping your guests cool in the summer heat and warm on a chilly night.\u00a0 Sidewalls can be used to shelter guests from the wind, rain, snow and hot sun.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11218\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11218\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11218\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80.jpg\" alt=\"wedding location\" width=\"720\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-672x449.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11218\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11218\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80.jpg\" alt=\"wedding location\" width=\"720\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/906b88cc0b773fed0cf5ea9f9131ab80-672x449.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/490329478150152470\/\">Pinterest <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Perhaps the best part of an outdoor wedding is the opportunity to add your special touch.\u00a0 You\u2019ll have choices over the tent size and style, type of lighting, shape of tables, style of chairs, and linens. And you\u2019ll be able to add special touches such as paper lanterns, trees and plants to transform an otherwise \u201cblank canvas.\u201d\u00a0 Tent d\u00e9cor can run from very simple to rustic to very cosmopolitan chic.\u00a0 Bridal websites and blogs are loaded with inspirations for your special day, and if you can dream it, your rental provider can usually find a way to do it.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11222\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11222\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11222\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue ideas\" width=\"650\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da-500x615.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11222\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11222\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venue ideas\" width=\"650\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/dcc39bd231ef08a19314e95c81d155da-500x615.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/247979523206280601\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em>By: Nora Foster<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Lakes Region Tent &amp; Event is a tent and party rental provider located in central New Hampshire. Whether you\u2019re hosting 50 or 500 guests, they offer a variety of tents, tables and chairs, tableware, linens, lighting and more to fit any wedding style, size and budget. They can be found at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lakesregiontent.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.lakesregiontent.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1478097235443000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHjPVCJMhflCSNoKIxJX5OIazPY5w\">lakesregiontent.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"zemanta-related-title\" style=\"font-size: 1em;\">Related articles<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li class=\"zemanta-article-ul-li-image zemanta-article-ul-li\" style=\"padding: 0; background: none; list-style: none; display: block; float: left; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; width: 84px; font-size: 11px; margin: 2px 10px 10px 2px;\"><a style=\"box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px #999; padding: 2px; display: block; border-radius: 2px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.lakeside.com\/2013\/09\/13\/top-fall-wedding-locations\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/201802953_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/201802953_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><a style=\"display: block; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; line-height: 12pt; height: 83px; padding: 5px 2px 0 2px; background-image: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.lakeside.com\/2013\/09\/13\/top-fall-wedding-locations\/\" target=\"_blank\">Top Fall Wedding Locations<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"zemanta-article-ul-li-image zemanta-article-ul-li\" style=\"padding: 0; background: none; list-style: none; display: block; float: left; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; width: 84px; font-size: 11px; margin: 2px 10px 10px 2px;\"><a style=\"box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px #999; padding: 2px; display: block; border-radius: 2px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/rusticweddingchic.com\/farm-wedding-with-blue-color-theme\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/255037105_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/255037105_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><a style=\"display: block; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; line-height: 12pt; height: 83px; padding: 5px 2px 0 2px; background-image: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/rusticweddingchic.com\/farm-wedding-with-blue-color-theme\" target=\"_blank\">Farm Wedding With Blue Color Theme<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"zemanta-article-ul-li-image zemanta-article-ul-li\" style=\"padding: 0; background: none; list-style: none; display: block; float: left; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; width: 84px; font-size: 11px; margin: 2px 10px 10px 2px;\"><a style=\"box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px #999; padding: 2px; display: block; border-radius: 2px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/rusticweddingchic.com\/southern-charm-country-wedding\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/255498911_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"http:\/\/i.zemanta.com\/255498911_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><a style=\"display: block; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; line-height: 12pt; height: 83px; padding: 5px 2px 0 2px; background-image: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/rusticweddingchic.com\/southern-charm-country-wedding\" target=\"_blank\">Southern Charm Country Wedding<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"zemanta-pixie\" style=\"margin-top: 10px; height: 15px;\"><a class=\"zemanta-pixie-a\" title=\"Enhanced by Zemanta\" href=\"http:\/\/www.zemanta.com\/?px\"><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By: Nora Foster Planning a wedding involves a number of decisions, but the biggest one you\u2019ll face is deciding where to host the big day. 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