Reilly & Thu's Proposal Story in Dallas
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
What is your love story?
R: I think once you know, you know. I knew I wanted to propose for awhile, and it was mainly a matter of figuring out the best way to do it. We've grown so much as a couple over the past few years, and I wanted to make sure I tried to make a special moment just that.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
R: Flippen Park is a beautiful park with great scenery, in a historic part of Dallas. We had pictures done at this park before for a previous life event, so it was nice to return. I knew I wanted to propose in a more secluded location, and I felt this park was a great place to return to.
What is your proposal story?
T: Leading up to the proposal, Reilly had told me that we were attending a university alumni event. Little did I know, a beautiful setup was waiting for me in the gazebo. Reilly talked about our love story and past memories, got down on one knee, and asked if our future could be one forever together. He surprised me by arranging for our families and closest friends to celebrate together after.
Angelo & Mikayla's Proposal Story in Santorini
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We meet in college 5 years ago through a mutual friend and since then, we have been by each others side and plan to make it that way for the rest of my life.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
My fiancé is in love with Mamma Mia movies and ABBA and Greece is the place where that all takes place
What is your proposal story?
I planned the whole trip and day of proposal surprised her with the photoshoot that she has been asking for awhile. She had little to no suspicion and was truly shocked and amazed by the proposal in Santorini on the rooftops.
Best tip for proposing in Santorini
Keep a watch out for the weather and pick your photoshoot times wisely as some areas are packed and certain times yield better results with photos due to lighting.
Proposed in Santorini in October
Photo Shoot Location: Imerovigli Village
Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer
Dan & Shana's Proposal Story in Sintra
How did you meet?
What is your love story?
We felt very good about each other even before we met, and then it was as close to love at first sight as you could get when we went on our first date!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
The first question I asked Shana was "if you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you visit?", to which she answered Portugal. It seemed fitting to get engaged there!
What is your proposal story?
I booked Ana Lucia with Flytographer, and together, we planned a perfect early morning engagement and photography session at Monseratte Palace in Sintra. Shana knew I intended to propose in Portugal but didn't know where or when; I tried hard to keep it a suprise, so I gave her a list of eight different times and places when it might happen so she could be prepare accordingly. Monseratte in the morning was the first on the list! Everything was going to plan until the road to the Palace was blocked by a falling tree! Our Uber driver told us we'd have to walk the rest of the way, and I had to negotiate with the firefighters (through a translator app) who were clearing the debris to let us through without spoiling the surprise. We ended up walking several kilometers to the Palace but made it right on time for a perfect moment and for our appointment with Ana Lucia!
Best tip for proposing in Sintra
Give yourself a few extra minutes of buffer in case of fallen trees!
Proposed in Sintra in October
Photo Shoot Location: Monserrate Palace
Ian & Julianna's Proposal Story in Florence
How did you meet?
We grew up in the same hometown and became friends back in the 6th grade. We dated briefly in middle school; in fact, we were each other’s first kiss on the Ferris wheel at the county fair. That first relationship didn’t last, but we remained close friends until getting back together before leaving for college. The rest is history!
What is your love story?
I’ve known, deep down, that Jules was the one ever since we met. There’s not necessarily any one defining moment, but rather a continuous growth and strengthening of our relationship over the years. When you can’t imagine your life without someone, that’s when you know!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We already had our Italy trip planned, and Florence seemed like the perfect city for a proposal. I had the initial idea of the area where I wanted to propose, and through working with Ellie we were able to narrow down on an exact spot that struck the perfect balance of privacy and “wow” factor.
What is your proposal story?
We took a cab up to San Miniato church and walked around a bit before headed down to the spot. I said a few words before getting down on one knee and popping the question. We then had the best photoshoot with Ellie, followed by celebratory drinks and dinner!
Best tip for proposing in Florence
We loved our spot and can definitely recommend! Also, having a local photographer was a huge help in taking excess stress out of the day; proposing itself is already nerve-wracking enough.
Rob & Madison's Proposal Story in Ravello
How did you meet?
Work
Adrian & Aubree's Proposal Story in Lake Como
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
What is your love story?
I knew they were the one when we both were our natural self with each her and being away from each other did not feel the same as when we’re with one another
What made you choose this proposal destination?
She always said since we started dating that lake Como is her dream to get proposed at so I wanted to make it come true
What is your proposal story?
The proposal could not have gone any better then I had planned!
Best tip for proposing in Lake Como
If your taking a ferry I would get there far early to line up as sometimes the ferry can get full especially during peak hours
Proposed in Lake Como in September
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Irina in Lake Como for Flytographer
Arlette Gabriela & Silvia's Proposal Story in Kyoto
How did you meet?
We met through mutual friends.
What is your love story?
We’ve been living together for over two years, and I truly love sharing my everyday life with her. We share the same values, dreams, and goals for the future. She’s my best friend, the person I have the most fun with, and I simply can’t imagine sharing my life with anyone else.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I chose Kyoto because it felt warm, traditional, and timeless. Japan was a place we had both dreamed of visiting for so long, and everything about this trip felt beautiful and new to us. I wanted the proposal to become part of that memory forever, and the traditional streets with Yasaka Pagoda in the background felt like the perfect place for such an important moment.
What is your proposal story?
I told Silvia that I had booked a special package in Kyoto and that we would have to wake up very early, but I didn’t give her many details and luckily, she didn’t ask many questions! That night, I could barely sleep because I was so excited. On our way there, I shared a few words with her about us and how much this moment meant to me. When we arrived and she realized it was a photoshoot, everything came together. A few moments later, I got down on one knee and asked her to marry me. She said yes! Our dream came true, and it was exactly as special as I had imagined it.
Best tip for proposing in Kyoto
I would definitely recommend doing it early in the morning. Kyoto is incredibly beautiful and peaceful at that time, and the streets are much less crowded. It makes the moment feel much more intimate and special.
Proposed in Kyoto in September
Photo Shoot Location: Higashiyama District
Kyle & Joann's Proposal Story in Venice
How did you meet?
Social Media
What is your love story?
We just clicked instantly and talked for hours about everything one night, and even early on I wanted to tell her I Love her but it was too soon. So I weighted and by the time I said I love you for the first time she said she wanted to say a ling time ago. And thats when I knew she was my future Wife!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Her family was already planning this trip. So I was not passing it up. If would have gone by ourselves to Venice she would have automatically knew something was up. So it worked out, cause shes smart about those things.
What is your proposal story?
A lot of it was about timing. I had to keep her distracted all day. I even ended up walking the wrong way to waste time until I met up with our photgrapher. My nerves were up too, but yea we went to museums, ate Gelato, I proposed to her and then we finished the night with a romantic Gondola ride and a nice quiet dinner with wine. One of the best nights of my life.
Best tip for proposing in Venice
Plan ahead, Venice is very crowed. If you don’t like people go closer in the winter time.
Paul & Elethea's Proposal Story in Sedona
How did you meet?
Work
Proposed in Sedona in September
Photo Shoot Location: Bell Rock Vortex
Ryan & Raelynn's Proposal Story in Santorini
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
Our love story started all the way back in high school. We are high school sweethearts and have been together for 12 incredible years. Growing up together means we’ve shared every major milestone and watched each other grow into the people we are today. In fact, her mom always says she knew we were meant for each other on our way to junior prom pictures. My fiancée insisted I tighten her dress strap, and even though I warned her it would snap, she told me to keep going—and it broke! As she started to freak out, I stayed completely calm, tied it into a perfect double knot, and hid the broken strap right inside the knot so no one would ever know.Over more than a decade together, I knew she was 'the one' because of how incredibly loved and accepted she makes me feel. One of the things I love most about her is that she always makes me feel seen for exactly who I am, not what other people might see or think. Dealing with severe food allergies and highly sensitive skin can be stressful, but she constantly goes out of her way to make sure I am safe, comfortable, and feeling normal. She never once makes me feel like a burden. Having a partner who protects you and loves you so fiercely made it undeniably clear that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
After 12 incredible years together as high school sweethearts, I wanted a destination that felt completely magical and worthy of our history. Oia, Santorini has a global reputation for its romance, but seeing the world-famous sunsets over the dramatic cliffs, the iconic blue domes, and the white-washed streets in person is something you truly have to experience. I chose it because it feels suspended in time—an unforgettable backdrop that perfectly matched the magnitude of asking my best friend to spend the rest of her life with me
What is your proposal story?
The day of the proposal in Oia, Santorini was a masterclass in stealth planning! I wanted the moment to be completely raw and unexpected, which meant keeping the ring hidden from my fiancée while traveling was a high-stakes mission. To make sure there was absolutely no giveaway, I decided to ditch the bulky ring box entirely so it wouldn't ruin the outline of my pockets.I hid the ring so well that I didn't just fool my fiancée—I completely fooled our Flytographer, Stathis, too! As we started the session, Stathis was discreetly scanning my pockets for the imprint of a box. Seeing nothing, he actually started to panic that the proposal wasn't happening anymore or that something had gone wrong! Little did he know, everything was going exactly to plan. When we reached the perfect cliffside spot overlooking the breathtaking Aegean Sea, I asked my fiancée to turn around. When she did, I was down on one knee asking her to marry me. Stathis adapted instantly and captured her absolute, unscripted shock and joy. Fooling both my new fiancée and our photographer made the moment hilariously unique, and the photos of her natural reaction are memories we will treasure forever.
Best tip for proposing in Santorini
My absolute biggest piece of advice is to go as early as possible. The Santorini sun heats up incredibly fast, so booking a sunrise shoot is a game-changer. Not only do you beat the intense midday heat, but the soft morning light makes for much better, more beautiful pictures. Plus, you completely avoid the massive tourist crowds, giving you the iconic blue domes and white-washed streets entirely to yourselves for an intimate, magical moment.Beyond timing, definitely ditch the bulky ring box so you don't ruin the surprise in lightweight summer clothing. Finally, make sure to iron out specific code words or visual cues with your photographer beforehand so you are completely aligned on the exact spot and time without tipping off your partner!
Proposed in Santorini in September
Photo Shoot Location: Oia Village
Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer
Taras & Anne's Proposal Story in Banff
How did you meet?
Pickleball singles mixer
What is your love story?
We are very similar and love to do the same things, have the same values, etc.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We had already planned Banff as a road trip and Peyto was worked out with the photographer. We live in Minnesota and love the combo of lakes and mountains and so peyto was perfect.
What is your proposal story?
We were coming down Icefields parkway from Jasper to Banff, and had a few stops beforehand - the fives lakes hike near jasper and a glacier before Peyto lake. Naturally Anne wanted to hike more. The hikes were a bit short and so she was left wanting more. I reassured her that we'd make up for it and that we had a schedule to meet and get in Banff by 5 oclock. We stuck to the timeline even though she protested and she also lost a bet the previous day to wear jeans on a hike, the perfect way to get her to hike in nice clothing without her knowing. Once we got to Peyto she fought the nice clothing as it was warm but eventually figured out it was probably for a good reason. We acted like everything was normal up until the point where I walked past Maia (our photographer) and took a selfie to cue and start the process.
Best tip for proposing in Banff
Plan early, expect crowds.
Riely & Courtney's Proposal Story in Lisbon
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
Courtney and I actually went to middle school together but weren’t really close. We reconnected in university and hit it off. We fell in love fast and grew together over these past 8 years through our early 20’s. I’ve known for a long time that she would be my wife.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I’ve travelled to Portugal years ago for school and knew that sharing this spot with Courtney would be special for us.
What is your proposal story?
We’ve been travelling Europe for 3 weeks and I had this pre-planned for months. Knowing it was at the end of the trip, I was hoping Courtney would be super surprised. It definitely worked!
Angelo & Alex's Proposal Story in Paris
How did you meet?
At a bar
Proposed in Paris in September
Photo Shoot Location: Trocadéro & Eiffel Tower
Brandon & Shannon's Proposal Story in Lake Como
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
There was no specific point where I decided she was the one. Our growth together over the last 13 years just reinforced my ever-growing love for her.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We had this European holiday planned for while, and I knew that the beauty of Lake Como was the perfect place to propose.
What is your proposal story?
I have never been more nervous in my life! I was so worried about something going wrong, but luckily Jean helped make it a lot less stressful and the proposal was one of the best moments of my life.
Best tip for proposing in Lake Como
One tip, which thankfully we made use of, if to plan the proposal for as early in the day as possible to avoid crowds being in the way of your photos. It also feels more intimate that way
Proposed in Lake Como in September
Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio
Jean Roberto in Lake Como for Flytographer
Jacob & Madelyn's Proposal Story in Tokyo
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Madelyn's favourite anime film was "Your Name", and the climax of the film was set at the staircase nearby to Suga Shrine in Tokyo. Just as in the film where the two main characters meet once more and start a new chapter in their lives, so too would this be a perfect spot for Madelyn and I to begin the next chapter of our lives as well.
Best tip for proposing in Tokyo
Double check the weather! We went while it was quite hot, so bringing breathable clothes and a sun umbrella will help with warmer weather. If you have not been to the location before, scout it out yourself in advance! There's nothing like doing a dry run with a friend or by yourself to ensure you're comfortable with getting to the location and practicing the big moment.
George & Monique's Proposal Story in Kyoto
How did you meet?
What is your love story?
Our first phone call lasted 4 whole hours with no pauses. We were simply able to be ourselves from the start. After a few dates, we become inseparable and when I looked at her one evening on a beach in Australia, with the sun setting looking at her, I realised I'd never been so happy and she is the one.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
It is such a beautiful spot during our travels
Proposed in Kyoto in August
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Coo and Yurika in Kyoto for Flytographer
Ivan & Valerie's Proposal Story in Rome
How did you meet?
Work
Best tip for proposing in Rome
If you are trying to find places with reduced foot traffic, earlier in the day (i.e. sunrise) may help to a quieter environment
Proposed in Rome in August
Photo Shoot Location: The Roman Forum and Colosseum
Zachary & Alexandra's Proposal Story in Florence
How did you meet?
She was dancing at a bar on Valentine’s Day with her friend
Proposed in Florence in August
Photo Shoot Location: San Miniato Church & Piazzale Michelangelo
Joseph & Victoria's Proposal Story in Lake Como
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
Knew almost immediately after meeting at a party from across the room. Started dating not even 1 month later & moved in together a year and a half after that.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Wanted something classically romantic that was in Europe / outside of the country to give us an excuse to come back and visit again in the future
What is your proposal story?
We took the ferry to Varenna first thing in the morning, walked through lovers path together and made our way to Villa Monastero. I had reserved the loggia by the lake there for our shoot so we walked down the garden hill together. After getting to the loggia I got down on one knee and received a ‘yes’!
Best tip for proposing in Lake Como
If you are going to do somewhere scenic /popular (with or without a reservation) definitely do it in the morning. We did our as soon as the villa opened (at 9:30) and it was honestly worth it as there are way less crowds and the sun isn’t beating down as hard. On top of that, this is the optimal time for lighting as the sun is still partially blocked by the mountains & clouds.
Proposed in Lake Como in August
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Mattia and Maria in Lake Como for Flytographer
Jonathan & Gianna's Proposal Story in Lake Como
How did you meet?
Blind Date/Setup
What is your love story?
We were set up on a blind date by mutual friends at a taco spot! What started as a casual meeting turned into staying out late dancing and instantly clicking. Right from the beginning, everything felt so effortless, genuine, and natural between us. I knew she was the one because no matter where we were or what we were doing, life was just so much better and brighter with her by my side.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Lake Como has such an iconic, timeless romantic charm. Bellagio’s cobblestone streets, grand architecture, and stunning lakeside views offered the perfect breathtaking setting for a once-in-a-lifetime moment during our trip across Italy.
What is your proposal story?
We planned a 7:00 AM morning photoshoot to catch the quiet beauty of Bellagio before the crowds arrived. As we walked through town down toward the water with Lake Como and the mountains in the background, I asked her to marry me right at the edge of the shore. Mattia and Maria were there to capture the exact surprise and joy of the moment, making it feel completely magical and totally effortless.
Best tip for proposing in Lake Como
Book the early morning shoot! Meeting at 7:00 AM was the best decision we made. Having the quiet streets of Bellagio and the calm lake views virtually to yourselves before the town wakes up makes the moment feel incredibly intimate, private, and special.
Proposed in Lake Como in August
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Mattia and Maria in Lake Como for Flytographer
Logyn & Paige's Proposal Story in Anchorage
How did you meet?
Work
What is your love story?
We met as Summer camp counselors for camps!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We visited Hatchers pass last year and I just knew that had to be the place!
What is your proposal story?
We actually made a fun story confusing Paige on if her dad was going to be there or not and had him surprise her there!
Best tip for proposing in Anchorage
BOOK KIM! She helped so much and took some great pictures!
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