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.
Christian & J's Proposal Story in Kyoto
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
Proposed in Kyoto in September
Photo Shoot Location: Higashiyama District
Coo and Yurika in Kyoto for Flytographer
Trenton & Erin's Proposal Story in Joshua Tree
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
Erin and I first met our sophomore year of college. We met through a mutual friend and immediately hit it off. We went on a couple dates, then I asked her to be my girlfriend about a month later. I feel like I knew Erin was “the one” since we first met, but what really solidified it is our perseverance through living almost 200 miles apart for 3 years. That was the true test, and we both love each other just as much as before during that time.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I had previously visited Joshua Tree with my family about 4 years ago. It was absolutely beautiful and very peaceful. I knew she would love the park and I decided that was the place. Being her first time there, she was absolutely stunned at the beautiful rock formations and the thousands of Joshua Trees.
What is your proposal story?
We started the morning at Disneyland and decided we were going to head to Joshua Tree around 1:30 PM. Being a photographer myself, I had told Erin that I was going to set my camera up on a tripod and take some photos, that way I could make sure she was wearing something nice and I didn’t give away the surprise. I had the shoot scheduled for 4:30 PM and figured 3 hours would give us plenty of time to get there. Little did I know it would end up taking almost 4 hours! During that time I was driving through LA traffic with Erin in the passenger seat falling asleep. I had texted our photographer when we stopped to get gas to let him know we weren’t going to make it on time. Thankfully, he was incredibly accommodating! Once we got there, we only had about 45 minutes of sunlight left, so as soon as we got in position, I had to pop the question. It was extremely stressful, but in the end it all worked out perfect and we now have a hilarious story to tell!
Best tip for proposing in Joshua Tree
Definitely plan accordingly if you are travelled from or through LA. Traffic is extremely unpredictable. If it rains at all, don’t worry, the rain showers don’t tend to last very long and it will more than likely be gone by the time you are ready to propose. Also make sure you schedule it at a time where the sun isn’t high in the sky, as there isn’t much shade. Sunrise or sunset seem to be the best times for photos at the park.
Proposed in Joshua Tree in October
Photo Shoot Location: Quail Springs Trail
Wyatt in Joshua Tree for Flytographer
Anthony & Lisa's Proposal Story in Banff
How did you meet?
Tyler & Brittany's Proposal Story in Seoul
How did you meet?
What is your love story?
Because she is my best friend and things just feel right
What made you choose this proposal destination?
It was suggested by the photographer and had amazing feel and view
Jacob & Kalese's Proposal Story in Tokyo
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We met in competitive collegiate debate. I knew she was the one after we spent a weekend together in Texas during the pandemic. I was still in grad school, and lockdown just went into effect. After spending all week couped up in my tiny apartment together, I knew there was no one else I'd rather spend my days with.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Your Name is one of our favorite movies, we were already planning to visit the stairs on the trip and I thought it would be the perfect place to propose!
Darren & Jaclyn's Proposal Story in Lake Como
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
Jac took up a job offer which I recommended and referred her through our mutual friend. She treated me to ramen at a local store in town (now our fav) where we first met after one year as we both took turns to study abroad for half a year each. Had a really wonderful first meet up together and started getting more and more curious each time we’ve met! And the rest is history!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Villa Monastero is a really private, tranquil and unique place for an intimate experience
What is your proposal story?
Told her we were going to a museum far north of Milan and it requires a train. As we stepped into Varenna, i told her it was a private event that we had to reach before sun set and when we entered the vicinity, was helping her to take some photos. Told her to turn her back so that i can do a back shot and boom! Surprise!
Best tip for proposing in Lake Como
Take at least one hour before the sun sets
Oliver & Luciana's Proposal Story in Amalfi Coast
How did you meet?
We met at the Airport!
What is your love story?
Lucy and I fell in love 6 years ago. I knew immediately that I wanted her to be my wife and I wanted to make the proposal so special for her so I saved up and planned to take her to Italy to propose to her on the beach! The first night we spent together we were planning to camp on the beach with a bunch of other people and have a bonfire late into the night but everyone left us! Then it started storming in the middle of the night which woke us up and water started to come into our tent! It was such a funny experience to have with someone who I had just met! Ever since then we have been inseparable!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I was told that Positano was the most beautiful place on earth so I wanted that to be the place I asked her to spend the rest of her life with me!
What is your proposal story?
I told Lucy that I wanted to take some photos at the beach at golden hour near sunset time so she got ready and we went down to the beach to try and find someone who could take photos of us. We stumbled upon someone with a camera who was taking pictures of the coastline and I asked her if she could take a photo of us with my phone. She didn’t speak any English but understood what I was asking. She took a few photos that looked incredible so I asked if she could take a few with her camera and she seemed to understand and said something about wi-fi to transfer. We posed for a photo and then I turned to my Lucy and told her how much she meant to me. I pulled out her ring, got down on one knee, looked up at her beautiful smiling face and asked her to marry me! She said yes! We hugged and celebrated and Lucy felt bad that I had roped a random person into taking our proposal photos. The photographer and I then looked at each other and laughed and put five in the air to celebrate the successful surprise and then Lucy figured out that I had hired her to take photos of us! It was a beautiful experience, I couldn’t have asked for it to have gone any better than it did!
Best tip for proposing in Amalfi Coast
Don’t worry about the people around you when you are taking photos! A talented photographer has their ways of making them disappear and creating an intimate frame!
Proposed in Amalfi Coast in October
Photo Shoot Location: Positano Village
Chiara in Amalfi Coast for Flytographer
Jakob & Kayla's Proposal Story in San Diego
How did you meet?
Proposed in San Diego in October
Photo Shoot Location: Coronado Island Beach
Camilo & Bianka's Proposal Story in Cascais
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Googled pictures of water front proposal in Portugal
Best tip for proposing in Cascais
Do it early, before people show up.
Proposed in Cascais in September
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Marta Lighthouse
Eddie & Katy's Proposal Story in Cinque Terre
How did you meet?
Dating App
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Italy has been a dream trip for both of us! During planning I knew Cinque Terre would be a beautiful and unique spot to propose. With the help of our photographer I picked the perfect spot to propose in front of the sea!
What is your proposal story?
We talked a lot about marriage before getting engaged. We both agreed the proposal can be a surprise but, the engagement shouldn’t be. We walked the Via Dell Amore in the morning before taking the train to our photoshoot location. We were both nervous, me probably more so, I wasn’t sure when the “right” time would be but, our photographer helped coordinate and get us feeling comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We couldn’t be more happy with the results!
Best tip for proposing in Cinque Terre
Listen to your photographer, they know so much about the area, the timing for the light and the crowds. I had a totally different idea when I booked and after messaging with our photographer we found the perfect spot to propose that met all the needs and wants we both imagined for our proposal.
Proposed in Cinque Terre in October
Photo Shoot Location: Vernazza
Maria R. in Cinque Terre for Flytographer
Sebastian & Alejandra Olympia Morales's Proposal Story in Florence
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We started building rockets together over at UCF. She was a mentee and I was a mentor, and through years of working together, we got to know each other. We always looked for each other, over food, studies, sanding carbon fiber. Any time I saw her my face couldn't hold back a smile, so couldn't hers. A feeling stated growing on me, but unsure, as I was the founder of our rocketry team, I respected mentor-mentee boundaries. After a long internship and goals to move out of town, I had one year left in college and decided to ask her out one day, said screw it, life's too short, what if she likes me. Everything changed on our first date. All of a sudden, I had every reason to stay and explore my world here. My lady shares the humor, language, goofiness and virtues that I've enjoyed all my life. She is my match made in heaven. Now we build even bigger rockets, travel the world and laugh and cry like idiots when we don't see each other for more than a few hours. Now we are engaged, almost done with college and day dreaming of wedding plans. I cant imagine a day without her. I made her the ring with my own hands because she makes me feel invincible, as if no challenge for her is too hard. Every step we've taken, has been together by the hands, mind and soul. We are each others biggest fans and cheerleaders. Can't wait to see her next!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I've been to Florence before. I made the vow to never come back unless it was to marry the most beautiful woman in the world. Reality works in mysterious ways. Some loving, others, by gods love to have us come to the place of my dreams.
What is your proposal story?
I wanted to do something cute, something unforgettable. Everything was planned to the relevant detail. The scene, the clothes, weather, ring... She had an idea of why we were going, but no idea of what would happen, where or even when. All she knew her life would change. I was able to have the most beautiful day of my life. Allowing me to express the things I knew she would love most. Cant wait to share the pictures with everyone!
Best tip for proposing in Florence
Watch out for French people, they are extremely rude and insulting. I asked a group of French tourist if I could have the the engagement spot for just a minute, showed them the ring asked them in 3 different languages. They called me a loser for not planning better, should have shown up at 7am and they were entitled to their spot. Mind you, they took a long time wile my photographer time ticked. Thankfully Emma was very aware and patient and gave me the time back. they stepped away for a moment and I took the chance, the rest of the crowd cheered and they left in embarrassment, glad they didn't return If you have to deal with idiot French (not all French, mostly Paris ones) people, learn every madly insulting thing to say in the scenario they are a waste of space. It works, they have small egos, use it to your advantage.
Proposed in Florence in October
Photo Shoot Location: San Miniato Church & Piazzale Michelangelo
Andrew & Deepa's Proposal Story in The Dolomites
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We met in medical school and we immediately became best friends. I knew she was the one when I realized that it didn’t matter where I matched for residency as long as I was with her.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We were already planning to come to Italy for a friends wedding in which I was the best man at. We decided to stay an extra few days to do some hiking in the Dolomites, I decided that it would be the perfect place to pop the question.
What is your proposal story?
I planned the entire Dolomites trip and made each day a surprise for her. The first day we went to Alpe de Suisi, the second day was Seceda, and the third day was when I proposed at Pana Raida. It was very hard to keep a complete surprise since we had already been ring shopping and planned on getting engaged for a while but I did my best to keep her out of the loop. We had a short walk to the proposal site where our photographer Nadia pretended to be a tourist and offered to take our picture which is when I asked Deepa to be mine forever!
Best tip for proposing in The Dolomites
Plan Ahead! Many of the viewpoints/ places to propose at require a lengthy hike to get to which may not be feasible in clothing that you’d like to have your picture taken in.
Proposed in The Dolomites in October
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Nadia in The Dolomites for Flytographer
Matthew & Lauren's Proposal Story in Tokyo
How did you meet?
Dating App
What is your love story?
We found each other on Bumble
What made you choose this proposal destination?
I chose this spot because i had a feeling she thought I'd propose in Japan. I did the actual proposal in Colorado (where we live). As an additional surprise, I thought we could capture our engagement photos in Japan
Proposed in Tokyo in September
Photo Shoot Location: Shinjuku Gyoen Park
Sulaimaan & Julia's Proposal Story in Lake Como
Proposed in Lake Como in October
Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio
Jean Roberto in Lake Como for Flytographer
Jesse & Nicole's Proposal Story in Cabo San Lucas
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We met in university, at a time we were both not looking for a relationship (at all). We met on an intramural, co-ed soccer team. The first time I met her, I was attracted and I really wanted to get to know her. She was nice, friendly, and great at soccer! We eventually bonded over the team, watching premier league and champions league, and that's how we started "talking" and eventually got closer and established a connection. At a time where we both weren't looking for a relationship, we felt and established a strong connection to each other. We were both in a spot where all we wanted to focus on was prioritizing school, friends and family, soccer, and ourselves. That's how I knew she was the one. Six and a half years later, we travelled to Los Cabos and I proposed!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We were luck to gain the opportunity to go to Los Cabos due to our exchangeable timeshare. We booked it several months in advance of our travel date, so as we got closer to leaving, I did my research on the cities, beaches, our resort, etc. After that, I knew it was a perfect place to pop THE question.
What is your proposal story?
I planned a breakfast/brunch at a resort that was right on the beach where I planned to propose. I told her that I found a 'fancy/bougie' breakfast restaurant that overlooked the ocean and where you can see the famous Los Cabos Arch across the coast. To get her up and out so early, I told her it was super fancy due to the resort's (and restaurant's) location, so the only reservation I was able to book was a time earlier than we usually go out for breakfast. Also, since it was 'fancy', I asked her to wear a nice summer dress (that i knew would look amazing on the beach and for our photos)! When we got there that morning, I planned for us to arrive several minutes earlier than our 'reservation', so I asked if she wanted to take a 'short walk' on that beach to see the view before our breakfast. Luckily, she said yes. She was very surprised once I started talking about our relationship, our memories, and when I eventually got down on one knee. She was even more surprised to see our photographer come out of nowhere!
Best tip for proposing in Cabo San Lucas
Be prepared for the heat and humidity. Before you go, do lots of research on the cities (San Lucas and San Jose), certain places like landmarks, beaches, downtown, how to get around, sunrise and sunset times, etc. - ESPECIALLY if you've never been there before! Based on your research AND more importantly how you know she is and what she likes, pick your location. Ask her best friends and family members if you need to. Seeking help from her loved ones and people that know her as much (or maybe even a bit more) than you do is the key - if you think you need it. There are so many beautiful places in Los Cabos to pop the question. I highly recommend seeking advice from your photographer and/or any other locals (resort employees are a great resource) to help you make the moment go as smooth as possible, and ease any anxieties.
Proposed in Cabo San Lucas in September
Photo Shoot Location: Monumentos Beach in front of The Cape Hotel
Luis in Cabo San Lucas for Flytographer
Jairus & Haley's Proposal Story in Honolulu
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We met nearly 9 years ago in 2017. We went to the same high school but have never crossed paths. During my senior year, there was a benefit concert at a children's hospital. I was performing with my friend and she was working the back stage (both of us volunteers). I saw here and had to talk to her. She gave me her number and the rest is history (admittedly, I dropped the ball there but Haley came through haha). Throughout our relationship, I realized that there's so much about her that I strove to be. She pushed me to be better and to address my faults. She has such a big heart and has always put me first. There was never a moment, but I just saw that having woman like that in my life.. there's no other.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We both love the beach, being outside, and have always wanted to go to Hawaii! We were already going to celebrate our personal milestones of getting our graduate degrees and really kicking off our careers, so it made so much sense to do it there.
What is your proposal story?
Now when it comes to the day, it's honestly not that crazy! We had a whole day planned, so we were so busy from the start. There wasn't too much time at all to even think about the proposal and plans. However, I was trying to think of what I was gonna say to her every single minute of the day... that was the stressful part! A few hours before, my partner did get stung by a jellyfish! It wasn't; a crisis but I was very nervous that it'd lead to an emergency. Thankfully, she was fine. When we got home, it was game time. While she was in the shower, I tried my best to hide the ring and iron my clothes. Thankfully, she took a LONG shower. Once we were ready, I told her we were going to a nice dinner but made it seem like a Luau!! And she wanted to go to a romantic dinner so I could tell she was getting annoyed with me haha. On the way to the "luau", I told my partner that I we should pull off the scenic route and check out the views. She was down so I pretended to pull off somewhere but got cut off by car and played it off saying that we can get the next one. The next one was THE spot. We got out the car and I had to very quickly get the ring and put it in my pocket. We walked to the lookout spot, climbed over the fence, and then started talking about our 8.5 years anniversary... Soon after I was on my knee and we both were crying! (and in shock) haha.
Best tip for proposing in Honolulu
Try to find a spot that is not too close to the busiest beaches (i.e Waikiki, North Shore, etc). Find a local photographer who knows less crowded areas
David & Souryana's Proposal Story in Amalfi Coast
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
What is your love story?
We met at the airport in Antigua on the way to our friends wedding!
What made you choose this proposal destination?
Italy was always a dream vacation for her.
What is your proposal story?
We both have always wanted to go to the Amalfi coast and I figured Positano has a beautiful beach that we did the proposal out with the background. It was very scenic and I wanted to do it there during sunset.
Proposed in Amalfi Coast in September
Photo Shoot Location: Positano Village
Barbara and Claudio in Amalfi Coast for Flytographer
Matthew & Rainie's Proposal Story in Zurich
How did you meet?
School
What is your love story?
We started dating when we in 10th grade in high school. She is the person that I can never get enough of, the person that I am always happy to come home too, and when I think about what my future looks like she has always been there.
What made you choose this proposal destination?
We had this trip planned for almost a year and I knew I wanted to propose during our Switzerland portion of the trip when we first started planning!
What is your proposal story?
We were on a trip with family and friends, and I told Rainie we were meeting them for happy hour before a fancy dinner we had planned. Then we walked to the spot and I surprised her with a photography session where I proposed!
Best tip for proposing in Zurich
Our chosen spot was very busy because the weather turned out to be really nice, so I would recommend doing it at a less busy time of day/week.
Proposed in Zurich in September
Photo Shoot Location: Lindenhof Lookout & Limmat River
Sylvia & Matt's Proposal Story in Boston
How did you meet?
Enrique & Andrea's Proposal Story in Chicago
How did you meet?
Friends/Family
Proposed in Chicago in September
Photo Shoot Location: Chicago Riverwalk
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