article thumbnail

How to Navigate a Successful Site Visit

EventMB

Skift Take: As hoteliers and venue operators struggle to conduct quality post-pandemic site visits, planners are having to expend more time and effort to ensure successful site selection. Louise Felsher Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

article thumbnail

Are Wedding Venue Deposits Refundable?  

Milestone Events Group

Venues will typically require a deposit between 25% to 50% of the site fee or estimated charges when booking your wedding. If you cancel far enough out and the venue can re-book your date at the same price, then most venues will refund the deposit in full. .

Venues 52
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Will Wedding Venues Negotiate the Price?  

Milestone Events Group

If you are booking 18-22 months out, pricing will most likely be firm. However, if you are booking six months out, which is shorter than the typical booking cycle, you will have more leverage on pricing. . . Your engagement length is important, as well. .

article thumbnail

Wedding to Do List  

Milestone Events Group

Talk through with your planner and family members to see what dates would be ideal for the wedding, and select a venue that meets all your needs. . Research and book vendors: Work with your planner to find the best vendors for your wedding day! Make final decisions on menus and other selections. . 9 Months .

article thumbnail

How To Plan A Destination Wedding: The Ultimate Step-By-Step Check-list  

Milestone Events Group

Ensure you’re equipped with your questions and check on items such as capacity, site assets, rain plans, costs, and nearby accommodations. . Book Your Vendors: Consult your wedding planner to find the best wedding day team for you. They’ll help you find the pros that fit your budget and style perfectly. .

article thumbnail

Which Wedding Website is Best?

Milestone Events Group

Guest Book – some websites allow you to create a section for your guests to leave their best wishes, photos, and videos. . . Add in links to any reservations or special deals you may have already arranged. . . Dress Code – are you having a black-tie affair or a more relaxed vibe? Let your guests know. . . Wedding Wire

article thumbnail

HelmsBriscoe COO Greg Marlark Talks Rebranding

Connect Your Meetings

HelmsBriscoe COO Greg Malark came to the events management company 15 years ago. It’s also the hallmark of a company celebrating its 25th anniversary this year as one of the industry’s leading site-selection agencies. While that would make Malark a lifer at some organizations, he’s a relative newbie at HelmsBriscoe. “We