You would have to be living in the dark ages without access to any form of media whatsoever not to have noticed a resurgence in the popularity of traditional pastimes. We believe this follows the trend for wanting more value from everything – including time and money – something we certainly make sure our luxurious always flowers provide at VIP FLOWERS. In this article we’re taking a look at some of our favourite retro hobbies, what they involve, and where you can find out more about them. Continue reading →

Been feeling a bit bleurgh lately (for want of a better word)? You’re probably not alone. While that probably won’t make you feel much better, our top tips will. From ordering flowers online to letting more light into your life, you’ll feel re-energised and more alive in a flash. Don’t believe us? You’ve got nothing to lose by giving it a shot! Continue reading →

The southernmost community on Queensland stunning Sunshine Coast, Caloundra lies 90 kilometres north of Brissie. With a reputation as being the playground of the Sunshine Coast, it sure is an honour to be the Caloundra florist of choice. Here’s just a quick rundown of all the things to see and do here. Brace yourself. Caloundra attractions are epic! Continue reading →

Choosing the right school is a major decision that will affect both you and your child. Unlike the quick and easy process of ordering flowers online with 1300 FLOWERS, this decision will take months of consideration and effort. If you have a child starting primary school in 2014 or high school in 2015, you have probably already given some thought to your options. Some schools hold their reception/kindergarten interviews in May, so you’ll soon find yourself faced with the decision of where to start your child’s next road in life, choosing the best place not just for their education but where they will be nurtured and supported as they develop away from your presence, gaining social skills and possibly even friendships that will last a lifetime. Continue reading →

Located at the mouth of the Hastings River, the Mid North Coast city of Port Macquarie is home to around 43,000 residents (enough to keep us plenty busy in our role as the Port Macquarie florist!). Referred to by locals simply as “Port”, the city was founded as a penal colony back in 1821. These days, its beautiful shoreline, swaying palm trees, and excellent amenities have made it a popular tourist and retirement destination. Here’s a quick list of some of the most popular attractions in Port Macquarie. Continue reading →

You have come to VIP FLOWERS because you know we are the florist to choose when you want flowers that are absolute perfection. If you are going to spend good money on flowers you want to ensure they’re the finest of their kind – fresh, fabulous, and with more panache and style than anything else around. Our collection of floral designs is one way we stand apart from our competitors, but our recognition and success hasn’t happened overnight. Becoming a leading florist takes hard work, commitment, and an absolute passion for beautiful blooms. We might be a national online florist now, but our roots are in local florist studios and our credibility is sound. If you have a burning desire for a career in floristry we can help you achieve your dream. Continue reading →

Enjoying what is reputedly Australia’s best climate, the coastal city of Coffs Harbour boasts a stunning mountainous backdrop and a landscape that includes mile after mile of unspoiled beaches. The economy here is mainly based on banana and blueberry farming, fishing, and tourism. There are some excellent amenities including a public and private hospital, a campus of the respected Southern Cross University, and three significant shopping centres. Whether you travel here by car, coach, train, or fly in from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, you’ll find lots of things to see and do when you arrive. As the Coffs Harbour florist of choice we’re lucky enough to experience the best that this city has to offer every day. Here are just a few of the things we recommend. Continue reading →

Located along the Princes Freeway, Berwick lies just 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. Once a thriving pastoral and rich agricultural area, modern Berwick manages to blend historic 19th century charm with a range of up-to-minute attractions and things to do. There’s little wonder why we enjoy our role as the leading Berwick florist quite so much. If you’re planning a visit to Berwick, here’s a quick rundown of the things that you won’t want to miss. Continue reading →

Described as a modern yet mellow metropolis, Darwin is a sociable city where students and sailors make up a significant part of its itinerant population. There’s so much to see and do here that we can’t see us ever wanting to give up our role as the Darwin florist of choice. Check out our list of ten awesome Darwin attractions and you’ll soon see why. Continue reading →

You’ve just had a call from your mum to say your Nanna has been taken to hospital with heart problems. Your best mate’s just had her first baby, 2 weeks earlier than expected. Your sister has pranged her car (again) and is currently languishing in traction, spewing over what that spunky doctor will think of her greasy hair (if only she’d know she was going to crash, she’d have washed and straightened it for sure). If any or all of these sound familiar you’re going to want a florist you can rely on. FAST FLOWERS are the experts when it comes to flower delivery to hospitals because we have incredibly thoughtful customers who like doing nice things for those they love. We’re not like some so called online “florists” who are really just a bunch of order forwarding chimps with no idea about flowers and who can’t be relied on to get it right. We are a bunch of floral super-heroes! Ok, that might be a slight exaggeration but when it comes to choosing hospital flowers we know what works and what doesn’t, so if you’re the sort of person who likes to squeeze every drop of value out of their hard earned cash you’ll want to read our tips to sending flowers to a hospital. Continue reading →