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Sweet 16 Parties - Part 3

A Hot Air Balloon Ride and Picnic

By Donna Pilato, About.com Guide

Party Description

Create magic for your daughter and a few close friends with a hot air balloon ride to a picnic area. As they soar over the trees, they can talk about all the opportunities waiting for them in the future.

Planning Elements

  • Make a reservation with hot air balloon company.
  • Send invitations.
  • Plan picnic. It can be as simple as a favorite sandwich, piece of fruit, drink, potato chips, and a festive cupcake with a hot air balloon image on the frosting. You can do it, the design is simple!
  • Make sure the guests bring something warm to wear while up in the balloon.
  • Give each guest a disposable camera to take on the ride.
  • Send along a picnic blanket for when they arrive at the site.
  • Make arrangements for picking up the teens at the end of the day.

Party Favor Suggestion

A large framed photo of the group in their balloon ready to take off can be sent to the guests after the day. A fitting souvenir for a magical day.

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