502 - The Ultimate Wedding Venue Guide with Shannon Tarrant

About this episode

Leah and Shannon Tarrant discuss essential considerations for choosing a wedding venue.

Choosing a wedding venue can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Leah sits down with Shannon Tarrant, founder of Wedding Venue Map, to break down what couples actually need to know before booking their venue. From budget realities and guest list logistics to hidden restrictions and key questions you should always ask, Shannon shares practical insights to help you avoid common planning pitfalls. They also talk about how couples can balance personalization with practicality, and why the right venue can make the entire planning process smoother from the start. Whether you're just starting your search or narrowing down options, this conversation will help you approach venue shopping with clarity and confidence. Today’s episode is sponsored by Sandals! Sandals Resorts offers some of the best adults-only all-inclusive resorts that bring guests closer to the vibrancy, authenticity and spirit of the Caribbean. Start planning your dream wedding at http://sandals.com/. Find Bridechilla online: - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebridechilla - Instagram: https://instagram.com/bridechilla - Website: http://thebridechilla.com Bridechilla is a production of…

People in this episode

Host: Leah

Guest: Shannon Tarrant

Topics covered

• wedding planning
• venue selection
• budgeting
• guest logistics
• personalization
• practicality

Keywords

• wedding venue
• planning tips
• budget
• guest list
• personalization
• practical advice

Sponsors

Sandals

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wedding Venue Map, Evergreen Podcasts

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