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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You have it all planned out. A dozen red roses, a limo to chauffeur you to and from dinner, and a reservation at the priciest restaurant in all of San Diego. While at dinner, you step out from the table, and over and the clinking of silverware and the chatter of the other diners, you get down on a knee and propose. BORING!

You can do WAY better than that. This is the biggest moment in your relationship. Sure, your partner will remember it no matter what you do, but why not get a little more creative and shoot for an even more romantic and memorable way to pop the big question.

Picture this…you and your partner calmly floating along the canals of the Coronado Cays in a Venetian-style Gondola. As you relax, with your gondolier gently guiding you through the water, your minds are be swept away to the magical waterways of Venice, Italy. Now is your time, the perfect opportunity to profess your love, get down on a knee and propose! Why stop there? Make this proposal even more magical by having Paparazzi Proposals‘ unique brand of proposal photography capture every second of this amazing moment in your relationship!

Our paparazzi-style photographers, using a telephoto lens, are always perfectly positioned to secretly capture all of your romantic ride, and more importantly, the magic of the exact moment you propose! Once you are back on dry land, they’ll pop-out, providing yet another special surprise for your new fiancee! Now it’s time to take some beautiful portrait shots, perfect for your an engagement announcement or save the date!

Is a gondola ride not for you? No problem! Here are a few other creative San Diego proposals we have helped pull off and capture! Trust us, your fiancee will be thrilled you chose to memorialize the joy and excitement of this once-in-a-lifetime moment in your relationship with Paparazzi Proposals. Share these genuine photos of the very moment you officially got engaged with family, friends, and…maybe even someday your kids!

Contact us and let us help you plan and secretly photograph your perfect San Diego proposal today!

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