Where in the World should I propose?!

[vetrade]

Depends on your and your GF's personalities, Alanslegal, so there is no "one size fits all" answer.
Exhibitionists like to propose in a very public place in front of a crowd (the assumption seems to be that EVERYBODY will want to share in the happy event........but, of course, they don't!)
Others would prefer the intimacy/serenity of proposing in an isolated setting where it's just the two of you. Or you could try and do both by proposing with a picnic in the middle of one of the ovals in Central Park.

So the "where" (or even the type of "where") and what your GF would find romantic is a judgement call for you.

The "way" you propose is much more important than the "where" i.e. you can't rely on the setting to make it memorable. Sincerity and romantic are probably the key words.

So that give's you about 5 months to rehearse some romantic lines before you show her the prenup........

 

[cove]

Did she like the movie Sleepless In Seattle? Perhaps she is too young to have seen the viewing deck in that film.
Turning a young lady into a fiancée involves a ring which we refer to in our family as "got rocks". Diamonds are forever they say so good luck with making all the right moves.

 

[ozbeachbabe]

Don't do it.

But, if you must I always think any scenic spot in the Rocky Mountains would be the way to go.

Matt

Matt you sound like the definition of a bachelor - a man who hasn't made the same mistake once!

 

[UP4014]

Matt you sound like the definition of a bachelor - a man who hasn't made the same mistake once!

It's that obvious is it.

Matt
ps, you coming Dec 14, you can see it in action.

 

[vantage03]

My only requirements are really, it will be in early 2014 (think February or March) and I need to fly to/via Hong Kong to pick up the special item, then to the destination.

Congratulations! We also both had our rings shipped to HK from Europe for, ahem, special reasons too lol

My only advice would be that it's a surprise, and if you're not super private people try to prep a bystander to take a photo - we have an awesome photo of the proposal and we treasure that more than wedding photos!

Ps. If you're skiers, the French and Italian alps are amazing at that time of year!

 

[jgm]

Jules Verne Restaurant - Eiffel Tower - Bastille Day Eve - 9:00 pm sitting. Still daylight, & as the light fades, the fireworks start up all round.

 

[MEL_Traveller]

Mauritius. st Geran hotel.

there are non stop flights on air Mauritius from Hong Kong IIRC.

or... the Devi Garh palace hotel in udaipur India. stunning, but a bit of a trek.​

 

[Alanslegal]

St Geran Hotel looks very nice, probably for our honeymoon. If all goes to plan, I will propose in [not sure yet where] in Feb/March. We'll be having a small ceremony in Santorini in end of June/early July, the wedding after party in Mykonos ... and then we'll top it off with a honeymoon in Maritius for September/October 2014. Yes I am being greedy but the idea is to do it once in my lifetime only

 

[cove]

That idea of once in a lifetime is what we tried almost 40 years ago. That is a pretty good idea.

 

[Pushka]

Somewhat on topic. . Where do people in Hong Kong buy their "special items?" Or more specifically, jewellery?

 

[boomy]

Somewhat on topic. . Where do people in Hong Kong buy their "special items?" Or more specifically, jewellery?

If you are interested send me a PM with what you are looking for. I have some connections there.

 

[hummel]

Just make sure you do it in your *own* way.

The other half and I did a Europe trip last year and I bought a ring previous to leaving with all good intentions to propose in Rome.. namely in the grounds of the Walforf Astoria. However 4 days in to the trip in Paris we were just having a crazy awesome day, riding scooter's out to Versaillies, river cruise, relaxed dinner at the end of the night etc

So on the way back to the scooter I did it. Turn's out was opposite the lock bridge and Notre Damn, I didn't even realise it at the time.

P.S I did take her to the Eiffel Tower the night before to watch the lights etc, she thought I was going to do it then.. was fun to stir the pot a little!

 

[n7of9]

do it at Machu Picchu

 

[Brisbane Flyer]

I'd vote for my second home, Haleakala Sunrise and Sunset - Maui, Hawaii | GoHawaii.com

 

[MAX_1]

Central park NY City on one of the horse drawn carriages.

 

[Pushka]

Central park NY City on one of the horse drawn carriages.

Maybe it was a bad day, but I found that area was rather pongy.

I think if you take too much thought into the planning, it might not seem so special. Sometimes its best just to seize the moment, as hummel described.

 

[drron]

But in February it is quite cold in NYC.Snuggling under a blanket might be a very good moment.Less pong too when cold.

 

[Pushka]

But in February it is quite cold in NYC.Snuggling under a blanket might be a very good moment.Less pong too when cold.

True. Or it could also be snowed in. We were there in November. Really cold!

 

[whatmeworry]

Why not Mount Srd overlooking Dubrovnik? Spectacular view and Dubrovnik is also the setting for King's landing in Game of Thrones.

 

[flyingfan]

I say Paris but not the Eiffel Tower - one of the cosier lanes or bridges would be more special. I agree with the above opinions in that however you do it, it will be remembered more than where you do it.

I also really like Santorini but you're already going there after - good plan