Starting my hall hunt!!

So ladies I am beginnning my hunt on saturday with FH......but my question is how long does a visit with a BM usually last.....i made my first appt at 10:30 and I'm not sure what time the next should be for....Thanks

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I only visited 2 halls before making my decision and both appointments lasted little over an hour

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where are you going?

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Some were 30 minutes some were over an hour. We went to Fox Hollow twice before booking it and both times we were there over an hour talking to the BM.

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Posted by pooks1020

where are you going?

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Carltun on the sound.....Jericho terrace(which doesnt take appts.) and i wanted to go see North Ritz as well.....

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Some took longer then others, but allowed two hours in between appts. which allowed for the appt., travel time and food/bathroom breaks.

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Posted by chellynyc

Some took longer then others, but allowed two hours in between appts. which allowed for the appt., travel time and food/bathroom breaks.

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This sounds about right. One place took less than 30 minutes and the others took about 1 - 1 1/2 hours. Good luck!

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Yeah i guess it all depends on how helpful they are and how many questions we have! Thanks girls

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we only visited 2 halls, including the one we chose and each lasted 45 minutes to an hour. Good luck!!

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Jerrico Terrace is amazing. My brother got married there 3 years ago and they did a great job. Just a bit out of my budget .

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Yeah its really nice....ive just read some things on the boards about the BM's there...so i'll feel them out ya know...

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where are you going to look?

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Carltun on the sound....north ritz club and Jerricho terrace

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Definitely give yourself time! Last weekend I almost drove FH to the brink of insanity. We live in Levittown...we had a 12:30 appt in flushing to view a yacht, then a 2:00 appt in West Hampton to view Atlantica, we had to pick one of my bridesmaids up at the train station in Hicksville at 4:00, and then get to Huntington Harbor to view Coindre Hall at 4:45. We were rushing all day, and stressed beyond belief! so my advice would be to give yourself PLENTY of time in between...this way you aren't on a time restraint, and can take the time to enjoy each place and ask the questions you want to!

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PS..we have visited CArltun on the Sound as well, so if you want any info before you go...FM me!!

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Posted by 07bride2be

PS..we have visited CArltun on the Sound as well, so if you want any info before you go...FM me!!

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Same here visited two halls and was there a little over an hour

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In regards to the last poster's statement about asking the questions you want to. I bring a notebook to each appt I have with ready to ask questions and then I fire away with all of them. I write down all of the answers. This is very helpful when trying to compare vendors. HTH

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Hall:


Date Visited:


Contact:


Phone #:


Address:


Dates Available:


Capacity:


Minimum for room:


Table Size (number):


Table shape:


Maximum Number of Tables for room:


Dimensions of Dance Floor:


Dimensions of Room:


Separate Cocktail Room:



How early can bridal party arrive?


When can vendors arrive to set up?


Bridal Suite size & location:


Number of Concurrent Events:


If more than one event: separate bathroom facilities?


Liquor – top shelf? (Names?)


Is Champagne included throughout the reception?


Are candles allowed?


In-house Wedding Planner?


Photography/Florist – recommendations?


Can we use others vendors?


Any fee for outside vendors?


Insurance requirements for vendors?


Does hall need proof of insurance?


Wedding Cake included?


Any limitations on flavors/fillings?


Cake cutting charge for outside cakes? If so ask that it be reduced or eliminated


Number of Entrée Options:


Can we have a tasting?


When is final menu picked?


Any decorations included?


Do we get a credit if not using centerpieces? How much?


Linen colors:


Ratio of Guests/Servers:


Bridal attendant included?


Number of Bars and Bartenders:


Coat Room and Rest Room Attendants?


Is cost included?


Valet – included or additional?


Overtime charges:


Price per person:


How much are vendor meals?


Are kids half price?


What ages?


Any limit on number of half price kids?


Vendors included in minimum?


Are kids included in minimum?


Gratuity/service charge – is it a set fee? Is it distributed amongst all of the workers?


grat/Service charge % (number):


Is grat/service charge taxed:


Hotel recommendations:


Church recommendations:


Direction cards provided? (Get a copy for file)


Deposit amount:


Method of payment:


Payment schedule and is a courtesy reminder sent?


Any tasting events or showcases before we book?


Can we see photos of hall in different seasons (get copies for file)


Timing for final head count:


Can we upgrade if under minimum (no wasted dinners) i.e., cordials or upgrade entrees?


Cancellation and refund policy:


Smoking area?


Any renovations planned?


What/When?


Expected completion date?


WEATHER QUESTIONS (if it will be Winter!):

Plowing?

Cancellation policy due to extreme weather?



***Do not forget to check out the bathrooms:
***Take digital pics of the rooms and grounds for file.

Notes:


[a big thank you to akaMrsT for many of these Qs.]

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My appt lasted over an hour

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I have been to Carltun on the sound...that appt lasted about an hour. I cant speak for the other two.
I would definitely give yourselves two hours for each appt.