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How to plan a wedding during Covid-19
The couples who have had their wedding plans compromised by the COVID-19 pandemic are no stranger to adaptability. In the midst of lockdowns, quarantines, and travel bans, engaged couples have ...
Looking Ahead: Wedding Trends for 2021
Whether we like it or not, COVID-19 will continue to influence virtually every area of our lives next year, including the upcoming 2021 wedding trends. According to a survey, 63% ...
Event Spotlight: Bhavika and Shivan’s Unforgettable Wedding Weekend
No matter the event, Flora is sure to bring top-notch customer service, impeccable organization, and a one of a kind atmosphere to you and your guests. From vow renewals and ...
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Receptions
You’ve marched down the aisle, exchanged vows, and now it’s time to celebrate! You’ve likely dedicated a good amount of your wedding planning process to the fun-filled, joyous follow-up to ...
Event Spotlight: Aminah and Mohammad’s Lively Big Day
Flora is an elegant and versatile wedding venue in San Diego that can be transformed for any occasion. From an unforgettable company party to a memorable milestone birthday bash, Flora ...
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Music
Apart from finding a breathtaking and versatile venue, wedding music is a huge part of your special day. Music sets the tone, ambiance and mood of an event. It’s important ...
Event Spotlight: Carley & Joe’s Elegant Affair
Perfect for everything from milestone birthday bashes to empowering business conferences, Flora is a stunning venue in the heart of downtown San Diego. In this month’s event spotlight, we showcase ...
How to Throw a Spectacular Milestone Birthday Celebration
Milestone birthdays are a cause for celebration! While every birthday is special, milestone birthdays are deserving of more than just a Hallmark card and a cake from the local bakery. ...
Event Spotlight: Confetti Conference San Diego
Last September Flora was thrilled to host the Confetti Conference, a “one of kind gathering for female business owners and creatives who are the best of the best in their ...
Wedding Planning Timeline: A Month-by-Month Guide For Your Big Day
Weddings require months, sometimes years of planning, that culminate in one of the most special days of your life. Between selecting the venue, sending out invitations, choosing the caterer, and ...
Event Spotlight: Loren + Justin’s Wedding with a Scottish Flair
Flora is a venue that’s as dynamic and versatile as your tastes. From joyful baby showers and bonding family reunions to monumental retirement parties, we love nothing more than helping ...
Event Spotlight: Rachel + Paul’s Timeless Wedding
At Flora, we love nothing more than bringing your special celebrations to life from corporate events that will be the talk of the office for years to come to unbelievable ...
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Ceremonies
The pinnacle of any wedding day is the ceremony. In these short moments, between the first strum of the string quartet and the couple’s exit down the aisle lies much ...
Event Spotlight: Babes Brunch
Last December Flora was thrilled to host Mae&Co Creative’s Babes Brunch, a “non-profit event held for all creative women who crave a little time solely to themselves.” This was the ...
10 Ingenious Ways to Keep Your Guests Cool at a Summer Wedding
A summer wedding can make your nuptials magical and whimsical; however, the uncomfortable heat, the bright sun and pesky insects can present real obstacles for summer wedding planning. While hosting ...
How to Host a Baby Shower in San Diego
Hosting a baby shower is a great way to support and celebrate expectant parents in preparation for their little one’s arrival. Because of its up and coming trendy communities, San ...
Event Spotlight: Alexis + Josh’s unique foodie wedding
There's nothing we love nothing more than bringing your special celebrations to life from once in a lifetime bridal showers to unforgettable, big birthday bashes. In this week's event ...
Event Spotlight: Callie + Aaron’s Bohemian Chic Wedding
At Flora, we're always excited to help bring your special celebrations to life from unforgettable baby showers to corporate parties that will be the talk of the office for ...
Create the Perfect Presentation with These Venue Tips
Public speaking isn’t most people’s favorite activity. It can be nerve wracking, especially if you are sharing a project with a potential client or a team of your supervisors. However, ...
Recap: Our Pop Art Galentine’s Day Party
Galentine's Day is a day dedicated to ladies celebrating ladies, so what better time to throw a beautiful party than that? Wedding and event planner Ryan MacKenzie of Love Always ...
Winter Wedding Flowers We Love
The winter wedding season is upon us and there’s nothing quite as beautiful as a winter bouquet. While brides might worry that there aren’t enough options or color variety during ...
5 Reasons Why Your Company Should Rent an Event Space for an Engaging Corporate Event
Most full-time employees spend approximately 40 hours in or around their place of work. While your office may be modern and comfortable, a change of scenery can be invigorating and ...
8 Steps in Planning the Perfect Family Reunion Party
Gathering your extended family members for a night of activities, bonding, and storytelling is one of the best ways to spend quality time together and keep your family close regardless ...
3 Fun Things to Do After Your Event at the San Diego Convention Center
So you invited some potential business partners or some out of town guests to an event at the San Diego Convention Center, now you’re left attempting to entertain these VIPs ...
Best Types of Venues to Rent for the Perfect Wedding Shower
Weddings present one of the most exciting times in a couple’s life, but for the bride, the process of planning every important detail can be overwhelming and exhausting. You can ...
The 3 Most Effective Non-Profit Fundraising Events
If you’re hoping to raise money for your non-profit, you may be planning some special events to interest the community. When it comes to non-profit fundraising events, some do better ...
10 Fun Twists to Incorporate Into Your Next Corporate Event
When it comes to throwing a corporate event, it’s all about keeping your guests engaged. Many important business connections are formed during these occasions, so it’s important to create a ...
4 Fun Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofit Events
If you have a nonprofit company or work for one, you’re always looking for creative ways to raise money to help support your mission and goals. You can only send ...
How to Plan a Send-off Retirement Party with Style
In America, retirement is a big deal. It marks the start of a significant new chapter of a person’s life. Retirement can be either the end of one’s career or ...
Why Downtown San Diego Wedding Venues Stand Out Among the Rest
You have a lot of decisions to make when it comes to planning your wedding. Chief among them is choosing a venue. When it comes to San Diego wedding venues, ...
Event Planning 101: How to be a Great Host for Your Company Party
Anyone who has hosted a company party in the past knows about the stresses that come along with it. Gary from Accounting makes his awkward dad jokes the whole time, ...
4 Best Occasions to Rent an Event Venue
When you’re hosting a party, an event venue can be a great way to ensure your gathering is remembered for years to come. From catering to equipment rental to extra ...
5 Must-Haves for a Successful Corporate Party
A few times each year, employees and employers come together to enjoy corporate events. For those on the planning committee, it can quickly become a lot of work and often ...
The Ultimate Checklist for Your Wedding Venue
Just got engaged? Congratulations! Inevitably, there’s a lot of decisions to be made about the big day, and the first of these is your wedding event space. When you’re on ...
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