Choosing Your Location
It's a good idea to have your Vermont wedding rehearsal dinner fairly close to the location of your wedding and reception. This will keep travel time down for your guests. It also reduces the chances of your guests (or you!) getting lost en route to an unfamiliar area. Print a map of the general area, including the locations of your wedding, reception and the dinner if possible, and send it to all wedding party members in advance.A Location for Everyone
Vermont offers an amazing variety of dining locations, styles and tastes. You're sure to find a wedding rehearsal eatery that's perfect for you and your guests.A cozy inn might be the ideal place to hold your Vermont wedding rehearsal dinner. Vermont's famous inns and taverns run the gamut from charming restored barns to upscale five-star rated chefs. You can find inns in most areas of Vermont. Call to find out whether there will be a separate area for your wedding party if you'd like a more quiet atmosphere. However, many couples choose Vermont inns specifically for the homey, cheery and bustling atmosphere, as well as a cozy look and feel. Decide which you want and pare your choices down from there.
Local Restaurants
Another popular pick for Vermont marrieds-to-be is the state's many local restaurants. A wedding planner or travel agent may have ideas. Some of the best eateries in Vermont are well known to local Vermonters; try to get this information straight from the source. You may find a gem that is perfect for you and your wedding party.Hotel Restaurants
Some of the finest chefs in the U.S. are located in Vermont's upscale hotels. Call a hotel in the area of your choice and ask about its policies and how it will accommodate your wedding party. If you're local to the area or if you will be able to travel there in advance, call a few hotel restaurants and ask whether you can set up a tasting prior to making your final selection.A Casual Affair
For the laid-back, fun-loving couple, Vermont even offers wedding rehearsal barbecue dinners. This latest trend is growing among wedding couples. Wedding rehearsal barbecue dinners can be traditional, with steaks and specialty sausages, or upscale, such as shrimp kabobs, seared scallops and lightly braised asparagus spears. An internet search for Vermont wedding rehearsal barbecues will yield a huge variety of results to choose from.Travel and Accommodations
Now that you've made your wedding rehearsal dinner selection, you'll want to address some practical concerns. One of these is travel. If any of the members of your wedding party will be traveling, research accommodations in advance and offer them a list.You may also wish to find out about airline specials, train routes and which highways are the easiest to navigate. Pass this information along to your guests as well. The extra effort on your parts will show your guests that you are considerate of their traveling to share in your special day.