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Whilst it may not seem to matter much where you’re going, or what you’re doing, as long as you’ve got someone special to share the experience with, when it comes to professing your undying love for your significant other, choosing a romantic destination in which to do it can help to make the experience all the more memorable.
There are countless romantic spots all over the world where you could choose to pop the all-important question, but here are my pick of the bunch.
Llandwyn Island, Wales
Being as I am Welsh and I spend a great deal of my time writing about Wales, I couldn’t possibly write this list without mentioning one of the most loved up spots in Wales.
It doesn’t get much more romantic than Llandwyn Island, named after Wales’ patron saint of lovers, St. Dwynwen (the Welsh equivalent to St. Valentine).
Home to ancient chapel ruins, babbling natural springs, and postcard-perfect views right across from the Menai Strait to Snowdonia, this is the perfect setting for a romantic wedding in the heart of rural north Wales.
Why not rustle up some heart-shaped Welsh cakes to help to sweeten the proposal?!
Venice, Italy
Characterised by countless canals and bridges, Venice is widely regarded as one of the most romantic destinations in Europe and, often, across the whole world too.
Whether you choose to pop the question while sailing along the canal in a gondola, or take to one of the bridges to get down on your hands and knees instead, your partner is bound to be blown away by your romantic gesture. The Rialto Bridge – the oldest of the four bridges spanning Venice’s Grand Canal – and the Bridge of Sighs – are both great options for proposal spots in Venice. And what better way to seal the deal than with a vintage engagement ring? The timeless elegance and unique character of a vintage ring will perfectly complement the city’s historical charm, making your proposal a moment that you both will cherish for a lifetime. https://twiceloved.com/
Alternatively, pop the question over dinner or drinks in the the vibrant San Marco Square, or perhaps while admiring the beautiful Salute Church.
New York, New York
While New York may not strike you as one of the world’s most romantic destinations at first, in fact, this iconic city is home to several impressive landmarks that can provide the perfect setting for a romantic proposal.
Whether you head to the heights of the Empire State Building or the new One World Trade Observatory for a birds-eye view of the city, or you prefer the natural beauty of Central Park, or the pleasure that comes with sailing on the Staten Island Ferry, there are no shortage of places to pop the question in New York. Afterwards, treat yourselves to a slap-up meal and indulge in some of the best foods to eat in New York before heading back to your hotel for the night.
If your proposal is unplanned and somewhat last-minute, don’t fret; you certainly won’t struggle to find the ideal engagement ring in one of New York’s many shopping malls and boutique department stores. Alternatively, do your shopping online in advance from a reputable jeweller like Shesaidyes, who sell a variety of high-end jewellery and engagement rings, including coveted moissanite bridal sets. You can even create your own ring or band, if you prefer.
Carriacou, Grenada
While you may never even have heard of Carriacou until now, this sleepy little Caribbean island would is probably my top-rated spot for a romantic wedding proposal.
One of Grenada’s two sister islands, along with neighbouring Petite Martinique, Carriacou is perhaps best known for its traditional wooden boat-building community and annual Regatta Festival, its breathtaking beaches, and its unrivalled snorkelling and scuba diving spots.
Although it attracts more tourists than most other beaches on the island, Paradise Beach is the ultimate proposal spot, for obvious reasons; this one-mile long stretch of white sand really lives up to its name. If its intimacy you’re craving, however, the secluded coves of Anse La Roche beach and the horse shoe-shaped islet of Sandy Island both make for pristine, private spots, while the views across to Petite Martinique and St. Vincent and the Grenadines from Petite Carenage are bound to make you gasp!
Popping the question on a remote island like Carriacou comes with one obvious hitch: getting the ring there safely. Skip carrying it through airport security and hotel safes — loosegrowndiamond.com offers destination delivery through their loose grown diamond Express destination services, so your ring is waiting securely at your resort or villa when you arrive.
Can you see yourself proposing to that special someone in either of these romantic destinations? Where would you go, and how would you pop the question?
Can you think of any other romantic destinations to propose that I haven’t mentioned above? Comment below to let me know; perhaps I’ll even add your recommendation to my list!
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