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I am just curious, did or would any bees go over your expected budget to have the dream reception venue?! 

My fiance and I are paying for your wedding ourselves and we budgeted $20k for our venue space, food & beverage.  We found a venue which we are both OK with and has an amazing view since it's on the 43rd floor-- we liked the venue, but did not love it; however I did love the view!  They are not too highly priced compared to some venues we've looked at and fall below our budget.  I have also heard very good things about them.  BUT I just recently found another venue (a hotel)--Hotel Zaza, that we fell in love with! It is absolutely beautiful and everything we could ask for in a venue!  Unfortunately, they did not fall within our budget.  They are asking for a minumum of $25,500 in food/beverage.  After service charges & tax it would come close to $32,500.  My question is-- would you guys splurge to have the perfect venue? Would it be worth the extra $$$ to have your dream venue?  We would probably be in debt afterwards, and our parents have not promised to help us (but I do think they'll end up helping us with some).  I would love to hear your thoughts!  Thanks bees!