Wedding Venue Woes: How to Handle Hidden Challenges with Ease

You’ve booked your dream wedding venue—but now you're facing unexpected challenges like power access, long guest walks, and limited staff. Don’t panic. In this episode of Wedding Tips and Tales, Taryn and Dani dive into the real-life logistics you might not think about—until it’s too late.

From remote locations and tricky access points to staffing gaps and lighting issues, learn how a skilled planner helps you problem-solve with elegance. Discover practical solutions for golf cart rentals, generator placement, hidden lighting tricks, and budget-smart staffing decisions that can make or break your guest experience.

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00:00 – What to do when your venue has logistical challenges

01:05 – Recording in Bend, Oregon + Oregon wine moment

02:00 – What counts as a venue “logistical challenge”?

03:00 – Real client example: remote venue & limited vendor access

05:00 – Common solution: golf carts, access routes, and early planning

07:00 – Top 3 priorities: power, lighting, staffing

10:00 – The real cost of generator setup and disguising it

11:00 – Venue design limitations: rigging, lighting, aesthetics

13:00 – Staffing issues and how to fix them (without ruining your budget)

15:00 – Doubling bar staff, adding drink stations, and elevating service

16:30 – How to optimize “budget” venues by reinvesting in experience

17:00 – Final thoughts on creating seamless luxury—no matter the venue

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