Disappointing experience - not the same as before…read more I visited Candeeland Carlsbad yesterday with my 5-year-old son, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. I want to start by saying the front desk attendant was very friendly and welcoming. However, the rest of the staff completely changed the tone of our visit. They were consistently rude and made us feel not welcomed there. I've been there before and had a very different experience, so this was surprising. This time, I was not allowed to sit at the tables with my coffee and reusable water bottle, even though they sell drinks and snacks on-site and I've done this on previous visits. I had no intention of taking anything into the play structures, just sitting at the tables. I also planned to do some light work on my computer while my son played, something I've done there before, but I was told that wasn't allowed either. I was told I had to stay with my son at all times. The way this was communicated was the most frustrating part. The staff came across as dismissive and unwelcoming, not just to me but to other families as well. I ended up speaking with the assistant manager because the situation felt so uncomfortable. As I was leaving, another family actually thanked me for saying something because they were feeling the same way, which says a lot. I had been planning to host my son's birthday party there in June, but after this experience, I will definitely be making other plans. I really hope management takes this feedback seriously, because this place has potential, but the customer experience needs a lot of improvement.

A great indoor play area for children to run freely without having to worry about them getting…read morelost. It's clean, safe and secure - plus well lit. Air conditioning is on full blast which is a necessity especially with all the people and the body heat that's generated here. Food and drink are reasonably priced. Socks are included and aren't too pricey. Several dedicated sections for parties of all sizes. I wouldn't hesitate to consider this place for a birthday party. Staff are accommodating and friendly. Be back soon.

Beautiful venue with a perfect balance of elegance and comfort. The high ceilings, modern…read morechandeliers, and natural lighting give the space a clean, upscale feel without being too formal. The event flowed smoothly, with plenty of space and a great atmosphere overall. Food was solid -- steak cooked well, paired with mashed potatoes, veggies, and a fresh salad. Drinks were on point and kept the celebration going. What really stood out was how seamless everything felt. Great staff, great setup, and an overall stress-free experience. Would definitely come back for another event.

I was just of a wedding here I honestly would consider using…read morethis venue for a loved one myself Parking was easy We arrived EARLY and waited in the food hall until it was time We passed through the ceremony room to a courtyard where there was a reception The reception had passed hors d'oeuvres and drinks When it was time for the ceremony, we returned to the room for an amazing wedding ceremony Afterward, the couple took pictures and we returned to the courtyard until the dinner reception was ready for us upstairs We were alerted to head upstairs The room was big and beautiful with gorgeous vaulted ceilings There was a bar upstairs more bathrooms, and just the most stunning space ever As a guest, this was a perfect venue The bride and groom and mother and father of the bride's room were all in agreement that they loved the venue So I guess that's an A+

Unreliable, unprofessional, and disappointing. I was excited to work with Alona based on her…read moreprevious reviews and beautiful portfolio. Unfortunately, her communication from the start was spotty at best and required excessive prompting on my end. She repeatedly promised quotes and proposals by specific dates and failed to follow through. While I understand that wedding season is busy, this does not excuse consistently poor communication and lack of follow-through when working with clients who are planning such important events. To illustrate, here's a brief timeline: 5/28: Alona emails me in response to an inquiry submitted to her website, asking when I'll be available for a phone consultation. I reply same-day with my availability. 6/8: No response; I follow up. 6/9: She offers a phone consultation for 6/10. 6/10: Phone consultation; she promises a proposal by the next day. 6/12: No proposal; I follow up. She promises to send by 6/13. 6/16: Still nothing; I follow up again. 6/17: Finally receive a proposal. 6/19 - 6/22: Back-and-forth revisions; budget and design issues arise. 6/24: I follow up via phone and text after no response. Still no reply as of 7/2. In the end, I chose to move forward with another florist whose communication, professionalism, and enthusiasm gave me far more peace of mind. I firmly do not recommend working with Alona if you value reliability and clear communication during your wedding planning process.

CLASSIC / BOHO / COASTAL WEDDING VIBES - CHECK!…read more It was the absolute pleasure working with Alona for our wedding floral needs. After vetting 18 floral vendors (yes, 18!!!), Alona came in the strongest and was able to understand our vision the most. She was very easy to talk to on the phone as well as over email. Over the course of almost 14 months of wedding planning, there were times when I had to reach out to her and update our floral count. Alona did not give us a hard time about the updates at all or make it seem as if she was annoyed, unlike how other florists were while I was just vetting them! Our floral vibes were to be basically all white roses, baby's breath, with some boho touches to the arrangements. My initial bridal bouquet incorporated white roses and a few orchids. The biggest painpoint for us was having to lock in the best deal despite how many boutonnieres and corsages we needed for our larger (FIlipino traditional) wedding. Not only did Alona come in the closest to our floral budget, on the day of the wedding, she surprised me with absolutely beautiful touches of white peonies and carnations to my bouquet at no additional cost! Additionally, the bouquets for each of the tables as well as on our wedding cake were full and fresh looking. All of our guests complimented how beautiful the flowers were and wanted to take an arrangement home! I cannot recommend Alona enough for your wedding florals. Wedding planning is already super stressful. Make it less stressful by partnering with Alona and her team!

Stefanie was a dream to work with. She was the main decorator for a baby shower that I was helping…read morethrow and she made a beautiful photo backdrop with paper flowers that looked so professional and elegant. Not only did she do all the crafts and supplies herself, but she was so good at communicating with me on my needs and making sure everything was just right. She was also in charge of our party favors which ended up so beautiful and professional and cute. She also did our signs which added to the whole atmosphere. She came the day of to help set up which made a huge difference and a lot less stress for me. I would recommend her to anyone! She is a dream to work with and is so creative and thoughtful. Five stars for sure!

Witty Bash always has the perfect eye for whatever event you are planning. I've hosted many showers…read moreand bachelorette parties to date, and her shop and styling tips always exceed my expectations! She knows what's trending and offers affordable pricing. Not to mention, her shipping is expeditious and dependable. I will always use Witty Bash for my party planning and decorating needs!

Booked a birthday party for my 11 year old and a few of her friends. We did the kids murder…read moremansion. It was a great experience! The staff were super friendly and helpful and really patient with all the kids' questions. Was also really impressed with the set up for the party room, it was awesome! Everything was set up perfectly with some cute neutral decorations and everything you would need for a pizza party. The style of the room matched the lobby decor. Definitely more elevated compared to any other kid partywe've been to. Would be perfect for an adult get together. Communicating with the event coordinator was also a breeze. Overall great experience :)

Updating my review to give a big shoutout to Audri! She did an amazing job as game master…read more Escapology is a rad spot in the mall. So clean and well done. We played the Pirate's Curse today.... (Thank you for being open on Thanksgiving!) Super fun with some challenging but manageable puzzles. We've now played all but one of the rooms here. Until next time!

Scott, was amazing from beginning to end. He did an amazing job for my clients 8th Birthday. Would…read moredefinitely use him again. Thank you for a job well done.

We booked Extreme Fun for our Back to School event at our church. They were amazing! We had the…read moreultimate obstacle course for our package. Jackson & Jordan did a great job. Super helpful and lead our event great! The kids and teens had a blast! We will definitely be booking them again!

We hired Mexico City Cuisine for our beach baby shower in Oceanside and they were fantastic. The…read moretaco bar was a hit, everything was fresh and nicely plated. They arrived right on time and put together an awesome spread for our guests. Liz was super easy to work with throughout the process, and our server Kiana did an excellent job making sure it all went smoothly. Highly recommend MCC.

We choose MCC as our wedding caterer based off menu and pricing but what sealed the deal was when…read moreour wedding coordinator had also personally used them! Amazing food and selection with the staff being so responsive and kind. I can't wait to use them again for future events.

I had no idea how much of a difference flowers could make at a wedding, but i'm SO glad i picked…read moreJoyce to by my florist. She's an delight to work with, and her centerpieces were EXACTLY what i wanted- classy, feminine, and absolutely gorgeous! Out of all my wedding vendors, Joyce was definitely in the top 2...she's THAT good. I first met Joyce at the Grand Tradition Estate bridal show, where some of her beautiful work was displayed as centerpieces. I took her contact information but was afraid of her prices, as it seems like she would charge much more than other vendors who were also at the show. I called her a few weeks later, and gave her my budget and a rough idea of what i wanted. She said she would definitely work with me, and a few days later sent me a quote with how much everything would cost. I have to admit, i got sticker shock when I first saw the final price- it was at least $1000 more than the number i had given. Nevertheless, i met with her at Grand Traditon estate a few months later (she was setting up for another wedding) and i took her quote with me. We sat down and started negotiating item by item. She switched out some of the more expensive flowers for in season ones, took out some ceremony decor i didn't necessary need, and after 30 mins we managed to bring the final price more or less to what i wanted. I was so relieved that Joyce was so easy to work with, and willing to go down on her prices to accommodate my budget. I walked away very comfortable with my flowers, and confident that Joyce would bring my vision to life. I ended up making a lot of last minute changes anyways, but Joyce was very patient and reassuring. I also had Joyce decorate my wedding cake (I absolutely love fresh flowers everywhere) When i walked into my venue on the day of the wedding, boy was i blown away! the flowers were on tall. 24" vases filled with water and a white flower (orchids?) They brought a very classy and elegant feel to the reception. Our DJ did a coral uplighting in the reception, and they perfectly complimented the flowers for the most amazing reception decor. My guests kept commenting on how gorgeous the flowers were, and the ones who got to take the centerpieces home were delighted! My hubby and i went on a cruise the day after our wedding, and i insisted on bringing the centerpiece on board with me to display in our room. I loved them so much i couldn't bear the thought of leaving them at home. Before my wedding planning started i didn't even know i wanted fresh flowers, or how much of a difference they made. I would hire Joyce again in a heartbeat, and strongly recommend her to anyone planning an event in San Diego!

Joyce is an expert. I would highly recommend her. My wedding flowers were exactly what I asked for…read moreand she was a dream to work with. I felt that she genuinely cared and listened to my vision. The overall experience was very easy. Joyce impressed me with her skills and attention to details. My flowers were absolutely beautiful and everything I ever wanted for my wedding day! Thank you Joyce for going above and beyond in an industry that isn't always so kind.

Gather & Pop for everything! We've adored all of the decor they've provided for baby showers, 40th…read morebirthday parties and Christmas parties. They always go above and beyond.

Gather and Pop were absolutely incredible. I had to postpone my baby shower due to a family…read moreemergency and Anna and Derek were so understanding, patient, and kind while we rescheduled. They were quick with responses and helped guide me through options while choosing what would look the best. They deliver and clean up after too which is a huge plus! It was a seamless process, the quality was amazing, and they are great at adding the extra touch to any event! I truly cannot recommend Gather and Pop more - thank you for making my baby shower extra special!

Updating my review after we booked Michelle's team with Always Celebrating Events to celebrate our…read moresecond son's first birthday! Just like with our first son's party, Michelle was easily accessible via text and phone throughout the entire planning process. We did a small backdrop, a welcome sign, table/chair rentals, cupcake toppers, and cupcakes and a smash cake through Michelle, and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out! Michelle was easy to coordinate with, and set up and clean up was a total breeze thanks to Michelle and her team, allowing us to fully enjoy the celebration with our friends and family. Tons of compliments from our guests, too! I highly recommend booking Always Celebrating Events for a memorable and stress-free party.

I loved this company. Michelle and her crew through a beautiful party…read moreFor my daughter. The decorations were over the top! Michelle kept everything running smoothly. It was a great party and an easy day for us. She also found us a lovely house with a great party backyard for the pool party. It was priced reasonably, especially for all the work that went into it. I am going to use her next year, too