After a long day spent traveling, nothing is better than being welcomed with a beautiful bouquet of colorful flowers. It says “hello,” “welcome,” and “thank you for coming” perfectly, and shows those you love how much you really care for them. At Absolutely Beautiful Florist & Flower Delivery in St. Petersburg, Florida, we know that gifting someone with fresh blooms when they arrive at the airport is a time-honored tradition that’s evolved into a form of art. Whether you want show them how loved and appreciated they are or simply put a smile on their face, we have creative and heartwarming ways to surprise loved ones with the beauty of nature.

Creative Ways to Surprise Loved Ones with Flowers

Present Flowers at the Airport

If you’re looking to create a memorable moment that your friend, family, and loved ones will cherish, there’s nothing better than giving them a gorgeous bouquet of blooms the second that as they land. With our large selection of flowers, you can select the best bouquet for their style and personality. If you want to add an element of humor, greet them with a funny homemade sign; that along with the bouquet to make them laugh and smile as you welcome them.

Spruce Up Your Car

If you’re hesitant to navigate the airport while juggling bags and bouquets, you can spruce up the interior of your car as another option. Place flowers directly in the cupholder accompanied by local snacks and a card on the front seat; that is sure to make your loved one feel relaxed and welcome after getting off of the plane. As you put their suitcases into the trunk or backseat, they’ll discover the sweet gesture right up front.

Decorate Your Home

For a traditional and luxe greeting, nothing is better than a gorgeous bouquet of fresh flowers with the name of your loved one on it waiting for them at home. As soon as they walk through the door to your home, they will be surprised by your kindness. You can elevate the gesture with a welcome banner, or even dress your pets up in costumes for an extra element of surprise and fun.

Tease with a Single Stem

If you want to surprise your loved one with a sweet greeting without juggling multiple bouquets and other items, consider gifting them with a single stem of their favorite flower at the airport. Then, once you get home, the rest of their bouquet will be waiting for them, elegantly styled in a vase of fresh water.

Design a Flower Scavenger Hunt

For an entertaining and unique way to greet your loved ones, design a flower scavenger hunt for them. You can welcome them when they get off of the plane with a single stem, then gift them with another in your vehicle, followed by several blooms as they go through the door to your house, and finally, present a full bouquet over dinner or lunch. As you present them with each flower, you can attach a message with a sequence of riddles, parts of their vacation itinerary, or pieces of a full sentence for them to put together at the end.

Dress Up the Dinner Table

For guests who arrive at mealtime, a classic centerpiece composed of fresh flowers is a luxe and classic way to give them a true welcome. You can place a card close to the centerpiece so your loved one knows the bouquet is just for them. Complete the experience with their favorite kind of local flavors or introduce them to cuisine that’s new and delicious.

Display a Bouquet in the Guest Room

For an extra touch of cheer and sophistication, you can place a bouquet of flowers in your loved one’s bedroom. It’s a sweet way to welcome them while making sure that the flowers stay fresh throughout the length of their visit. You can also include a welcome note that has suggestions of what and where to explore around town.

Enjoy Fresh Morning Blooms

If your guest is arriving late in the evening or is tired from their travels, you may fare better to arrange a surprise flower delivery for the following morning. That way, your guest can admire the blossoms over coffee, tea, and breakfast, waking them up to the sight of their favorite stems in a more thoughtful way.

At Absolutely Beautiful Florist & Flower Delivery, we have a large selection of beautiful and colorful bouquets to select from, so you can figure out the best way to say hello to your loved ones. Next time you need a way to greet visitors, get the best arrangements in St. Pete here at Absolutely Beautiful.