{"id":54271,"date":"2019-07-22T13:48:21","date_gmt":"2019-07-22T20:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/?p=54271"},"modified":"2023-07-29T12:43:41","modified_gmt":"2023-07-29T19:43:41","slug":"perfect-destination-proposal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for the Perfect Destination Proposal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Perfect Destination Proposal &#8211; There are a ton of steps that go into planning any sort of trip.<\/p>\n<p>From hotel rooms to flights and making sure you hit all of the instagram worthy spots, a trip alone can be a lot to handle.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention, if you\u2019re planning on a destination proposal, it makes your planning a bit more detailed.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve put together a few helpful tips to make sure your vacation doesn\u2019t just result in a lot of image likes, but with a fiance!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-hj2S3n2\/0\/0ab8f81e\/O\/Tips%20For%20The%20Perfect%20Destination%20Proposal.jpg\" alt=\"Tips For The Perfect Destination Proposal\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_The_Perfect_Destination_Proposal_Budget\"><\/span>Tips For The Perfect Destination Proposal Budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/#Tips_For_The_Perfect_Destination_Proposal_Budget\" title=\"Tips For The Perfect Destination Proposal Budget\">Tips For The Perfect Destination Proposal Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/#Plan_plan_plan\" title=\"Plan, plan, plan\">Plan, plan, plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/#Know_the_language%E2%80%A6or_at_least_a_bit\" title=\"Know the language&#8230;or at least a bit\">Know the language&#8230;or at least a bit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/#Carry_the_ring_with_you_as_much_as_possible\" title=\"Carry the ring with you as much as possible\">Carry the ring with you as much as possible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/perfect-destination-proposal\/#Make_sure_shes_camera_ready\" title=\"Make sure she\u2019s camera ready\">Make sure she\u2019s camera ready<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>A proposal can be costly on its own, but adding a trip could make even the most frugal of people get a bit uneasy.<\/p>\n<p>Setting a budget for your trip, engagement ring and proposal essentials is the perfect place to start.<\/p>\n<p>Like anything else in life, there\u2019s always a way to save a pretty penny&#8230;you just have to have the right information.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to the ring, there\u2019s a super easy way to save 20-30%\u2026.money that could then be put towards the trip.<\/p>\n<p>Lab-created diamonds have a shorter supply chain than mined diamonds, allowing companies like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleanorigin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Origin<\/a> the ability to price their diamonds at extremely competitive rates.<\/p>\n<p>With an end result that\u2019s the exact same as a diamond grown in the earth, man-made diamonds are the absolute best way to save big bucks on an engagement ring.<\/p>\n<p>Sites like kayak and Priceline have been in the business of helping travelers save money for years, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopper.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hopper<\/a> is the new online booking site\/app that\u2019s trending amongst millennial&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<p>As opposed to some of the other sites that just find the best current deals, Hopper analyzes your trip details to inform you if you should book now or wait to book (since they know a better price is coming).<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and it\u2019s free!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_plan_plan\"><\/span>Plan, plan, plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The only thing we can think of that you\u2019ll need to plan more for than a trip or a proposal is well&#8230; a wedding.<\/p>\n<p>So combine the first two together and you\u2019ll quickly be whipping out the calendar that you bought from Target 8 months ago that never got used.<\/p>\n<p>From the very beginning, it\u2019s important to always have your end goal top of mind: proposing to the love of your life.<\/p>\n<p>But, in order for that to happen, a lot of other things must take place.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, you\u2019ll want to make sure that a good amount of people in the destination where you\u2019re going to propose know about your plans.<\/p>\n<p>Call the hotel directly and inform them of this momentous occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Not only could they be a potential lifesaver if something goes awry, but who knows, maybe they\u2019ll throw in a bottle of champagne for free!<\/p>\n<p>Have the day of your proposal down to a \u2018T\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you know exactly when, where and how you\u2019re going to propose.<\/p>\n<p>Being flustered in this moment in a foreign place will make it somewhat obvious to your significant other that something is up.<\/p>\n<p>Keep your cool, take a sip of that champagne and stick with the plan.<\/p>\n<p>But if that plan does happen to fall through&#8230;make sure you have a Plan B (and maybe C and D).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BqN7j1aF1Oh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flights could be canceled<\/a>, trains could have delays and getting lost in a new city (more on this in a minute) is all too familiar to all of us.<\/p>\n<p>Having a few options in mind will reduce any unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_the_language%E2%80%A6or_at_least_a_bit\"><\/span>Know the language&#8230;or at least a bit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re going to a city where you don\u2019t speak the language, it\u2019s always smart to try and learn the basics before you board the plane.<\/p>\n<p>Not only is this just a conscientious thing to do when you\u2019re visiting another place, but it could really save you in the event of a proposal emergency.<\/p>\n<p>Think about some phrases that you might really need to know, like \u201cwhere is the closest florist\u201d or \u201cwhat direction is that really popular waterfall?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This could also be helpful if you\u2019re in need of a favor from a local.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s common for locals to give you much more respect when you take the time to talk with them in their language (or at least try).<\/p>\n<p>If you want that insta-worthy picture by the blue, green waterfall, you\u2019ll be able to ask someone from the area.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention it will probably really impress your significant other and show the level of commitment and planning that you put into this trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carry_the_ring_with_you_as_much_as_possible\"><\/span>Carry the ring with you as much as possible<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now we\u2019re definitely not suggesting that you need it on you at all times during your vacation, but such a small, expensive piece of jewelry should be carefully (and secretively) taken care of.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, keep it on the plane with you on the flight over.<\/p>\n<p>The worst thing that could happen is that you pack the ring in your carry on and it doesn\u2019t make it to your location at the same time you do.<\/p>\n<p>If you have it <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/samsonite-winfield-vs-samsonite-omni-carry-on-luggage-which-choose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">safely stowed in your carry-on<\/a>, you\u2019ll know exactly where it is at all times.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re doing your epic planning, make sure to ask your hotel room if they have a safe in the room.<\/p>\n<p>This would be the absolute best case scenario for storing the ring on the days before the proposal.<\/p>\n<p>If they don\u2019t provide a safe, consider bringing a suitcase with a lock on it.<\/p>\n<p>Although this won\u2019t reduce the chance of it being taken 100%, it can help to put you at ease knowing that the ring is locked up.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_shes_camera_ready\"><\/span>Make sure she\u2019s camera ready<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you take away anything from this article, make sure it\u2019s this.<\/p>\n<p>She wants to look good in her \u2018I just got engaged pictures\u2019!<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you pamper her all day before these <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/breathtaking-sunset-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">breath-taking pictures<\/a> (in the least obvious way possible, of course).<\/p>\n<p>Have her get a manicure, get her hair done, tell her you\u2019re going somewhere nice, make sure she\u2019s in something comfortable but cute.<\/p>\n<p>Although she might be somewhat curious that you\u2019re now all of a sudden realizing that she changed her hair color 6 months ago, she will thank you for it in the end.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019ve already set your mind on proposing in France on top of the Eiffel Tower, just remember these 5 easy tips before you head overseas.<\/p>\n<p>They just might save you from a Parisian disaster.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Perfect Destination Proposal &#8211; There are a ton of steps that go into planning any sort of trip. 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