4 Things to Consider After Getting Engaged
Congratulations – you said YES!! Now, where to begin…
In order to begin booking vendors for your special day, you need a date to ensure they have availability. This can be a big decision, we recommend selecting a season or seasons that would be ideal for you and your partner. The majority of venues have peak season and off-season pricing.
If you are keeping to a tight budget, maybe consider being flexible with your preferred time of year in order to get the lowest price.
Some other things to consider about selecting your date:
1. Time of Year and Weather
If you are considering getting married outside you will need to think about the chances of inclement weather and having a backup plan. Do you envision yourself having a hot coco bar with all the toppings or a fruity summertime signature cocktail? Whichever season you choose, we know it’s going to be beautiful!
2. Set a Date Far Enough Out
Select a date far enough out so that you can plan stress free. If you need to pay your wedding off in installments, take that into consideration when selecting a date. Be sure to ask your venue and vendors when final payments need to be made to ensure you can factor this into your budget and planning timeline. If you are going to order your wedding dress, many dresses take 4-6 months to order. Give yourself enough time and enjoy your engagement season!
3. Out of Town Guests
If many of your important guests will be traveling from out of town, consider the best time for travel to ensure available flights and open hotels. As soon as you have selected your date and location, save the dates are a great way to give everyone the maximum amount of notice to begin planning. Even if you feel like it’s too early, your celebration is a year away, more notice is better than short notice!
4. Consider Honeymoon Details
Finally, you might factor your honeymoon destination into your date. The time of year can make all the difference on a honeymoon. Avoiding hurricane season for a beach honeymoon or cruise is crucial. Scheduling around best chances for snow if planning on skiing could also be an important consideration.
Texas Old Town is open all year long for events but do consider, dates fill up quickly. Each one of our 4 breathtaking venues includes the ultimate amenities package, 16-hour exclusively yours rental and an outdoor ceremony site and indoor reception.
Although selecting the “I do date” can be a little challenging, the thought process will result in the perfect choice! Once that date is selected all other things can fall into place! Get your calendars ready and get started!
