5 of the Most Unique Places in the World to Pop the Question
Love is in the air! The Royal engagement between Prince Harry and his American Princess has had the world buzzing with excitement for their wedding next May. If you’re feeling inspired to join the happy couple on the race down the aisle, then this Valentine’s Day might be the best time to pop the ultimate question to your significant other.
To make it almost impossible for your boo to say no, Booking.com has delved into over 1 million properties to find you the most romantic and unique places in the world to propose and make the occasion one you’ll never forget.
Romeo and Juliet are one of the most iconic couples in literary history. They may not have had the happily-ever-after they were hoping for but that doesn’t mean you can’t. Head to Juliet’s balcony and ask ‘where for art thou, Romeo?’ before asking the even bigger question. The Lady Capulet
apartments are only a 5-minute stroll from Juliet’s house and offer luxury accommodation in the heart of this romantic city.
A hot air balloon ride is one of those bucket list, once in a lifetime opportunities, but doing it over the beautiful pagoda’s and landscape of Bagan is truly something else. It’s even more romantic during sunrise or sunset, just remember to get a glass or two of champagne ready to celebrate while you’re in the clouds! After the adrenalin rush, retreat to Bagan Lodge for some pampering at the spa and pool and celebrate your engagement with traditional cuisine at Tiffin Box.
Loi Krathong Festival, Chiang Mai
Thailand’s festival of lights is a beautiful tradition to be part of and an incredible place to propose. You and your partner can send your own floating candle off into the water on a krathong and watch it twinkle off into the distance to mark the occasion. The festivities in Chang Mai also include
watching hundreds of magical floating lanterns get set off into the sky. Stay in quaint guesthouse Green Tiger Vegetarian House, a calm a relaxing hideaway in the heart of Chiang Mai.
To really sweep your loved one off their feet, a romantic view is essential and Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni is one of the most incredible sights in the world. It’s the world’s largest salt flat, holding 10 billion tonnes of salt set against an epic backdrop where you may even see pink flamingos – its
picture perfect for when you pop the question. Hotel Palacio de Sal is another must as it’s built out of salt bricks and even features salt furniture.
For a trip to remember, travel to the beautiful country of Norway and be spoilt for choice with a number of beautiful places to propose – perhaps after an exhilarating husky ride, underneath natures twinkling background of the Northern Lights or even in your very own snow hotel. The romantic Kirkenes Snowhotel offers picturesque mountain views, artic themed snow suites, intricate snow sculptures and thermal bedspreads to keep you and your beloved cosy.
