By Terry Meadows
Are you ready to see your dream wedding venue up close?
Wondering what to expect during your virtual tour with our wedding experience expert?
You've done your research and weighed your options, and now you're ready for a tour. At Zion Springs, we specialize in creating high-quality, all-inclusive weddings. We're confident we can help you plan your perfect day.
After reading this article, you'll have the information you need to take your planning to the next level. Whether you choose to celebrate your wedding at Zion Springs or elsewhere, our goal is to provide you with the answers you need to make a well-informed decision.
Preparing for Your Virtual Wedding Tour
You want to be ready for this tour, and with just a little homework on your side, you are prepared to ask more pertinent questions as they relate to your requirements for your wedding. With an all-inclusive venue, many of your vendor questions are answered in one visit, as opposed to checking in with various vendors. So what does that look like?
Our Answers video below goes into the details, addressing the most commonly asked questions from couples. It covers basic inquiries about visiting a venue, but more importantly, it explains exactly what we do, how we do it, and what it looks like.
By watching the Answers video before your tour, you’re able to focus on questions and details specific to your wedding at Zion Springs, the only truly all-inclusive venue in Northern Virginia, and you’ll be able to experience the property, and what it will look like and feel like for you.
The Answers Video from Zion Springs on Vimeo.
What Should I Have With Me on My Virtual Tour?
You will receive a GoogleMeet link from our wedding experience expert, which you can share with others whom you wish to include. Make sure you have the app downloaded on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone in advance. We will walk you through the property on camera so you can see the venue in real-time and get a sense of what your wedding will be like.
Have your checklist of specific questions that slot into the last 20% of questions covered in our Answers video. These are going to focus on how our packages work for your needs, as well as determining what are your specific needs.
And, of course, you will want to have your deposit payment with you (ACH bank transfer), as we are confident that once you have completed your tour, you will want to reserve your date as dates go fast on a first-come, first-serve basis.
![Zion Springs rustic wedding venue rear view of manor house with flower garden](https://www.zionsprings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06a-Katelyn-Alex-21.jpg)
Who Should Be With Me on My Tour?
You and your partner should include those who are helping with or care about your decision. This goes for parents and those who may be contributing financially to your wedding. Consider including a family member or member of your wedding party, especially as they can take notes and pick up on details you might inadvertently miss.
What Details are Covered on My Virtual Wedding Tour?
With our wedding experience expert, you will begin by exploring what you want to remember for your wedding day, the overall vibe and theme, and what memories you want your guests to share. We discuss what to expect for the rehearsal dinner, your ceremony, catering, accommodation, including the bridal suite, and everything else we offer in our wedding packages. We will walk you through the day or weekend of your wedding at Zion Springs while explaining what is included in your package, whether it’s an elopement, a minimony, a one-day, or a three-day wedding.
What Does the Schedule of My Tour Look Like?
We start with the Ceremony Terrace, where you can envision the archway bursting with plump flowers as you walk down the aisle. Imagine your guests gathering in the Green Room for cocktails or enjoying hors d’oeuvres by the Cucina. We show you the behind-the-scenes commercial kitchen where our culinary team create your best food ever. Then, in the design center, you get a sneak peek of our multitude of serving dishes, place settings, flatware, stemware, table decorations, and room decor.
![Zion Springs cuisine lamb cutlet close up](https://www.zionsprings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Open-House-3.jpg)
Take a walk through our Barn suites, specially designed for the groomsmen to relax or guests to chill out. We then move up to the Manor House, where we have more accommodations for your guests and our elegant and romantic bridal suite. You and your bridesmaids will be ready to party when you see our Kennedy suite.
The Manor House has a cozy living room with a fireplace and a sunroom which is great for mother and bride photos. The dining room is perfect for everybody to gather around the table for breakfast, lunch or brunch, served from the house kitchen.
![back view of a bride looking out the window in Zion Springs music room](https://www.zionsprings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-06-20_135325.jpg)
From there, we head back to the Barn, where you can take in the rustic beauty of a wood-paneled reception hall. This is where our brides and grooms join us for our Tasting Menu reception. Check out the lighting and sound systems, and ring that bell! We glide down the “Cinderella” staircase where you can see how that special entrance to the ceremony leaves your guests breathless!
Take in the gorgeous landscaped lawn views that provide the backdrop to your vows and the perfect scene for portraits. Finally, we head to the Upper Deck, where you and your guests can keep the party going after your reception ends with our late-night menu and continued open bar.
![people seated around fire pit at rustic barn venue](https://www.zionsprings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/01-Rachel-Daniel-84.jpg)
Making your decision
By now, you will clearly understand what your wedding will look like, and you are probably making plans in your head of what you want. So what’s next?
If you decide Zion Springs is the perfect venue for your wedding, you can secure your date by making a deposit during your tour. We will work with you on your budget estimate and help you design the wedding of your dreams.
If you are not ready to sign, we will send you a budget estimate quote, and once you have decided, you can check in to see if your date is still available or else choose another date and place your security deposit.
You will receive a contract with your date, and our Event Director will contact you to schedule your kick-off call to begin the exciting journey of planning your wedding. She will be with you every step of the way, relieving your stress and handling every single detail.
![Bride and groom on a wood bridge surrounded by trees in summer](https://www.zionsprings.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/05-Elise-Ray-495.jpg)
Are You Ready for Your Virtual Wedding Tour?
This is one of the most joyous occasions of your life, and we are so excited and honored to be part of it. Watching the videos before booking your tour will answer most of your questions, leaving you to take in the sights and sounds on your Zion Springs tour and visualize your wedding with us.
Are you ready to take the next step with an all-inclusive wedding venue? Contact our wedding experience expert and begin the journey of your best day ever.
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