Celebrate National Proposal Day
National Proposal Day is here, so get ready to get down on one knee! Planning the perfect proposal takes preparation and Cruise Planners has your checklist of things to consider before popping the question.
A Picture-Perfect Proposal
Location is key when planning the proposal. A nature lover will cherish a proposal after a hike in the Grand Canyon while a romantic would swoon at the idea of a proposal in front of the Eiffel Tower followed by a champagne toast at the top of the tower. Those with a more charismatic side will appreciate you involving family and friends. Shhhh…secretly invite everyone to a post-proposal party or better yet, bring them all on vacation with you. Imagine the excitement when you meet all of your loved ones for a surprise dinner after a sunset proposal on the beach.
The Right Bling
Ready to put a ring on it? Like the venue, the ring should reflect who’s wearing it – it is on their finger for a lifetime! Engagement rings can be anything from a simple band with one stone to dozens of dazzling diamonds. Search for classic rings at antique shops while on vacation or ask family and friends for their opinion when deciding on a right sparkler as, well, chances are they’ve talked about this before.
All About the Engagement Selfie
In today’s tech savvy world, everyone wants a snap of the ring as soon as they find out about your proposal. Engagement ring selfies are the latest selfie trend, so a manicure is a must for ladies and even guys too! The more picturesque your proposal backdrop is, such as turquoise Caribbean water or snow covered Swiss Alps, the more stunning the engagement ring selfie will be.
Safety First
Getting down on one knee is truly an art form and practice makes perfect. Consider wearing a knee pad for extra comfort and to help keep steady – roller derby proposal anyone? Kidding aside, make sure you have a safe and comfortable place to kneel to avoid slipping on a glacier in Iceland or accidentally kneeling on a sharp rock during your hike in Hawaii.
Whatever you do…
DON’T DROP THE RING! The day of the proposal, you might be nervous or overly excited. Be sure to not drop the ring at any time. Take extra precautions if it is taking place on a cruise ship, the beach, under a waterfall, anywhere high or when it’s windy. And DON’T EAT IT! Be careful when getting creative with hiding the ring in cakes or champagne. Diamonds look prettier than they taste!
Don’t be this guy:
Call an Expert
Take the stress out of planning the perfect proposal by having a Cruise Planners travel agent by planning your getaway proposal. Wherever it is in the world you want to get engaged, they can help you make it happen so you can focus on popping the question…then popping the bubbly!
