So when Andrew was ready to propose, he knew that this was where he wanted it to take place. He told Lilly they were going to watch the sunrise, and while she took in the views he dropped to one knee and presented her with a stunning custom-designed ring from local jeweler Charles Koll!

How They Met

Andrew and Lily first met at the community center they both worked at during the summer of 2008.  He was a lifeguard, and she was working with preschoolers.  Though they attended the same middle and high schools, they never got a chance to know each other well because their schools were so large.

Andrew was entranced the second he was introduced, and asked her out on a date during their first exchange, but Lily initially declined!

“Her hesitation attracted me to her even more,” he gushed.  “After a relentless pursuit of sweet talking and ‘coincidental’ encounters, she finally acquiesced to a date and the rest was history!”

How They Knew

Andrew said he knew when she accepted his invitation to go on that first date that she was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

“I was giddy with emotion, and they were giving me a hard time about the situation, skeptical whether or not it was going to work out.  Their doubt really had no effect on me as I remember telling them then that she was the one and I would marry her,” he said.

After a few years of dating, Lily was the first one to bring up marriage (“surprisingly,” added Andrew). 

“Although I knew she was the one for me, in typical guy fashion it took me a little extra time for my head to catch up with my heart!”

The Proposal

Andrew purchased his ring two months in advance, and worked with the jeweler to customize it.  He handpicked the main stone, and the band engraved with the first letter of his last name.

He set about making the plans for the big moment, and picked out Kate Sessions park for its unique, happy and wholesome feel, which he knew would be the perfect environment to start their journey together as husband and wife.

Keeping it all a secret from Lily was hard for Andrew, but well worth the wait for the perfect proposal moment!

View their full San Diego marriage proposal slideshow, here.

Inspired by Andrew and Lily’s romantic proposal?  Check out more incredible San Diego marriage proposals that we have helped plan and discreetly photograph.  We specialize in capturing that once in a lifetime moment so you can remember it for years to come!  Contact us today for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts to brainstorm ideas for your dream marriage proposal.

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Summertime means proposal season is in full swing. The weather is warm, the days are long and lazy, and the sunsets are incredible.

There’s no better place for an outdoor proposal than San Diego.  The coastal community’s year-round sunshine makes it one of the nation’s best proposal spots.

Whether you’re a lucky local or an out-of-town-er, we’ve come up with several different ways to take advantage of that amazing scenery when you pop the question

On the Beach

Perhaps the two of you like the ocean views but aren’t a fan of heights– or hikes!  If so, a beach engagement is a timeless classic, and San Diego delivers countless options for you to propose in style.  Upgrade your experience by arranging for a romantic picnic, or just a blanket and basket with champagne or wine to share a toast to celebrate after your partner says yes!

In the Park

The bench where you shared your first kiss.  The trails where you go on your Saturday morning runs together.  The lawns where you’ve had picnics and laughs, and the sights where you paused to share special moments.  Whether it’s where it all started or part of your daily routine, your favorite park is the perfect place to pop the question.

Choosing your favorite San Diego park as the location of your marriage proposal makes your engagement personal.  San Diego is full of amazing parks, including historic Balboa Park.  The 100 year old San Diego gem is known for  its Spanish-style architecture and stunning gardens.  All of the great scenery makes it an absolute perfect location for surprise engagement photography!

On a Cliff

Pop the question high above the swirling waves.  Asking your special someone to marry you at the La Jolla cliffs means that you are ensured privacy and an incredible view.  Sneak up here with a bottle of bubbly or arrange to have a blanket laid out with a dozen roses and your favorite wine.  As the two of you watch the sun set over the Pacific and bask in the ocean breeze, make it memorable by presenting your partner with a ring!

At the Zoo

Take your special someone on a global safari without ever leaving San Diego– by taking them to the zoo!  Maybe it was the location of your first date, or a glimpse into your future destination wedding or a dream honeymoon.  Whatever the case may be, the San Diego Zoo is a magical place to propose, and an incredible backdrop for engagement photography.

In a Vineyard

There’s a bit of sommelier in all of us!  If the two of you share a passion for wine tasting, this is the perfect proposal plan.  Have your own private wine tour before embarking on a quiet and private walk through the grapevines, where you can pop the question when the time is right.  Celebrate afterwards with a toast from a bottle of one of your favorite wines from the day’s tastings!  Or, follow John’s lead and arrange for a table complete with a dozen roses to be set up in the vineyard!

 Ready to pop the question?  Contact us for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.  We are ready to help you plan and photograph your dream engagement in San Diego and beyond!

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