{"id":33867,"date":"2018-01-30T15:14:43","date_gmt":"2018-01-30T15:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/?p=33867"},"modified":"2018-01-30T15:26:26","modified_gmt":"2018-01-30T15:26:26","slug":"plan-perfect-valentines-day-proposal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/plan-perfect-valentines-day-proposal\/","title":{"rendered":"HOW TO PLAN THE PERFECT VALENTINE\u2019S DAY PROPOSAL"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s the most popular day of the year to propose, and it\u2019s not hard to see why \u2013 romance is everywhere you look on Valentine\u2019s Day and across the country many people will be getting ready to pop the question on 14th<\/sup> February this year.<\/p>\n

However, if you want to make your Valentine\u2019s proposal a magical moment to never forget, then don\u2019t leave it to chance; planning ahead is key to make sure it goes exactly how you want it to.<\/p>\n

Four of the wedding coordinators from luxury hotel group Elite Hotels have shared their top tips for planning the perfect Valentine\u2019s Day proposal.<\/p>\n

Find the perfect place to pop the question<\/h2>\n

Choosing the right location is everything \u2013 Janet Large, Senior Wedding Coordinator at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa<\/a>, recommends doing your research to find the ideal setting to propose.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf your other half prefers privacy over a big public gesture, find somewhere that has a beautiful secluded spot so it can be a special moment just between the two of you. Within<\/p>\n

our 1,065 estate, Luton Hoo Hotel has lots of picturesque backdrops, but my favourite would be the secret rock garden which is stunning all year round and offers total privacy to pop the question.\u201d<\/p>\n

Set the scene and take their breath away<\/h2>\n

The perfect proposal is a moment you\u2019ll never want to forget, so make sure you choose a picture-perfect backdrop so you have beautiful photos ready when you want to share the news with your friends and family.<\/p>\n

At The Grand Hotel<\/a> in Eastbourne, the hotel\u2019s sea view suites have balconies that can be transformed into a private dining spot for just the two of you, with chilled Champagne, handmade chocolates and strawberries, and the sunset over the sea on the horizon.<\/p>\n

Caroline Harms, Events Office Manager says: \u201cOur event co-ordinators are always at hand to help with any tailor-made ideas you have to make your event special, and can help with photos if necessary \u2013 so please just ask for ideas and solutions, or even just a quick chat to steady your nerves on the day!\u201d<\/p>\n

Get creative<\/h2>\n

Getting down on one knee is a fail-safe traditional option, but if you really want to push the boat out for your proposal it might be time to get creative.<\/p>\n

At Tylney Hall Hotel & Gardens<\/a>, the events team have seen several memorable proposals where the groom has gone the extra mile. Senior Events Coordinator Sue Ellingford said: \u201cOne of our signature suites has a fantastic balcony that looks down onto the gardens \u2013 you could use candles to spell out \u2018will you marry me\u2019 and take your future fianc\u00e9 out at dusk to surprise them.\u201d<\/p>\n

Similarly, Events Manager Debbie Hine helped plan a proposal where just asking the question wasn\u2019t enough: \u201cThe groom booked afternoon tea for the two of them, and part way through took her out onto the Italian Terrace to see an aeroplane he had booked flying past, with \u2018will you marry me\u2019 and her name on a banner!\u201d<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to ask for help<\/h2>\n

Planning the perfect proposal can be stressful as you want to get it just right \u2013 but don\u2019t feel like you have to do it all by yourself.<\/p>\n

Claire Hierons, Event Coordinator at Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club<\/a> recommends asking the hotel for a helping hand.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re planning to propose while you\u2019re away, ask the hotel you\u2019re staying at if there\u2019s anything special they can help you plan. Many hotels will offer a dedicated proposal package \u2013 at Ashdown Park we have one that includes rose petals on the bed, chilled Champagne waiting on arrival and a three-course dinner in a private dining room.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo make the proposal really special, I\u2019d suggest heading down to the lake and having a beautiful bespoke picnic delivered there to surprise your loved one and enjoy in the sun.\u201d<\/p>\n

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For more information about the Elite Hotel Group, visit www.elitehotels.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

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