Frequently Asked Questions What is included with each party?
Invitations mailed to your guests, set up/clean up of the party area, tea party with tea table setting, linen table cover & cloth napkins, tables, chairs, chair covers, bows, personalized place cards, party music, games, dress up, glamour session, craft activity, & Party Hostesses. How many children can attend a party? Our parties can accommodate a maximum of 16 children (12 for spa parties), including the guest of honor. Our tea parties are designed to be intimate experiences. We want to ensure that the attention and focus of this special day is on the birthday girl. Also, in order to fit in all the activities we have planned in the allotted time, we must limit the number of guests. How far in advance should I reserve a party? The earlier the better. We typically reserve parties 6-8 weeks in advance. If your date and time is available, you may be able to reserve a party date a week or two in advance-just contact us. How do I reserve a party date? Complete the "Party Inquiry " form. Our staff will contact you either via email or by phone within 24 hours (or next business day if inquiry is made during the weekend) to answer any questions you may have and to let you know the availability of your preferred party date. Once we have reviewed the details of your event and you would like to proceed with a reservation, a 50% non-refundable credit card or PayPal deposit and signed Event Agreement form are required to secure your party date and time. **Please Note: Inquiring about a party does not hold the event date. What if I need to cancel a party? If you need to cancel your party, we will hold your deposit for a future booking based on availability. After one year, you forfeit your deposit. In case of inclement weather or illness, SPECIALTEA PARTIES, INC. reserves the right to reschedule your party. If you decide that you do not want to reschedule the party, SPECIALTEA PARTIES, INC. will return 75% of your deposit. If you choose to cancel your party, you forfeit the deposit. What areas do you service? We serve Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County. Mileage fees may be applied to some locations in Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. What ages are appropriate? Our theme parties are designed for children between the ages of 4 and 12. . When do I have to give the final count? We will contact you 5 days before your party to confirm and get a final count. An invoice will be mailed to you 2-3 days before the party for your approval. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate guests/siblings at the party that are not included in the final count. What if a child does not show up? You will be charged for the final headcount you gave before the party, even if a child does not show up. What if a child comes late? Because our parties are based on a predetermined schedule, it is important that guests arrive on time. Guests arriving late can participate at the point where the party has progressed. What should the children wear? Our costumes are designed to fit over the children's clothes; however, if possible, have the children come dressed in leotards or bathing suits for ease during dress up. How long do the parties last? The minimum party time is 2 hours. How much time is needed to set up and clean up? We need approximately 1 hour to set up and clean up.
What do I need to do to prepare for your arrival? First, we ask that a parking space near the front door (or garage door) of the party location be reserved for our staff for the purposes of loading and unloading the party equipment. You will need to provide table and chairs for the party guests, space for the party activities, and an electrical outlet. The spa party requires sink availability. We'll do the rest. Do you provide the food? We provide lemonade and dessert. You are welcome to provide your own food as well. However, for the purposes of maintaining the highest quality of costumes, linens, china, etc. we ask that the foods do not contain staining agents, such as tomato, dark berries, Kool-Aid, etc. |
