ProFlowers Celebrates National Romance Month With #LoveIsAJourney Sweeps, Event And Low-Cost Red Roses

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- ProFlowers^®, one of the nation's largest online fresh flower retailers, announces the Love is a Journey campaign, sweeps, discounts and an event as a way to celebrate National Romance Month in August. ProFlowers, known for its fresh and colorful floral bouquets, is partnering with Princess Cruises^® to give away the romantic journey of a lifetime as part of the month-long celebration.

ProFlowers is celebrating romantic milestones in grand fashion, starting with the sweepstakes. Qualified entrants can post photos of what romance means to them all month long in August via Twitter and Instagram using #LoveIsAJourney and #ProFlowersSweeps for a chance to win a romantic escape from Princess Cruises – an 18-day Paris and French Countryside land and sea vacation for two, including air travel. Entrants can see their photos at www.loveisajourney.proflowers.com.  

#LoveIsAJourney celebrates life's most romantic moments and brings to New York City a taste of the romance of Paris, one of the most well-known landmarks to lovers across the globe. Visitors can take their picture inside the romantic ProFlowers Paris-themed flower shop and backdrop, and then post their photos on Instagram and Twitter. ProFlowers will be in the Times Square pedestrian plaza on Broadway between 42^nd and 43^rd on Aug. 5 from 10am to 10pm.

The event will feature a special guest appearance by former The Bachelor stars Sean and Catherine Lowe, who will take and post their own romantic photo at the ProFlowers Parisian themed set-up. The Lowes will talk about their romantic journey as a couple and pose for pictures with fans from noon to 1pm ET.

"Catherine and I have shared a wonderful romantic journey together as a couple, and we're excited to be celebrating a month full of romance with ProFlowers," said Sean Lowe. "Red roses have forever become a symbol of romance and love for us, and we look forward to sharing that joy with our fans this August during ProFlowers Romance Month."

The Love is A Journey Collection at www.proflowers.com/romance also features specially priced roses and bouquets all month.

"ProFlowers celebrates love all year round, and National Romance Month is the perfect time to celebrate the moments between the big milestones," said ProFlowers General Manager, Vice President Bill Patterson. "August is halfway through the year from Valentine's Day, and it's a great time to remember the romance. We'll be celebrating the little things that count all month long with tips, date ideas and great discounts on beautiful red roses."

For more information about ProFlowers and Love Is A Journey, visit www.proflowers.com/romance or loveisajourney.proflowers.com. 

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About ProFlowers®
ProFlowers, a Provide Commerce, Inc. brand, delivers fresh and colorful floral bouquets ready to bloom for at least 7 days. The online floral company guarantees service, value and reliability when it matters most. ProFlowers' grower-direct model promises floral and plant expertise, on-time fresh delivery, a longer bloom, and empowered and proactive customer service.  From the everyday to the most special of days, ProFlowers bouquets and plants promise a thoughtfully convenient experience and make gift givers heroes in the eyes of their recipients.

About Princess Cruises®
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 18 modern ships renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries 1.7 million guests each year to destinations around the globe ranging in length from three to 111 days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

SOURCE ProFlowers