When do you know you love someone? Is it the first time you hear those three words from their lips, or on a random sunny afternoon in the park when they make you laugh?
Is it when they lie beside you in comfortable silence after your dog just died, or when they cook you your favourite meal at 2 am?
Who knows, really?
Over time, you might realise that love isn’t always a loud declaration but often a quiet feeling that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. But once it does, there’s no turning back!
If you’ve found the love of your life but aren’t sure how to ask her to marry you, look no further than a beach - preferably in Goa?
1. ROMANTIC YET BUDGET-FRIENDLY
Every beach has a love story of its own. Kissed by the golden sun while the waves flirt with the shore, the beach has always been a timeless symbol of unconditional love.
For your proposal, pick a beach while considering the travel distance, weather, and season. Your best bet is a secluded spot, free from crowds, ensuring an intimate moment with just the two of you and a handful of your loved ones.
HIRE OR DIY
Effort goes a long way, and the details you incorporate into your proposal will show her just how much she means to you. The options vary between hiring a professional team to set up the beach venue or doing it yourself.
Remember, while a grand gesture with a hundred red roses is enchanting, even a handwritten note and a simple setup can mean the world- especially when it comes from you.
DON'T FORGET THE CHAMPAGNE!
It is always the little things that are not-so-little.
Flowers have always symbolised admiration and love, so bring more than just a bunch of her favourites. Accompany the flowers with the all-important ring, a cute little cake, and a bottle of champagne to toast to this beautiful milestone.
And God-forbid if she says no, at least you'll have the champagne to drown your sorrows.
CAPTURE CANDID MOMENTS
With natural lighting, a stunning seascape backdrop, and your favourite person in the frame, hiring a discreet photographer or videographer is a decision you’ll be grateful for as you flip through the candid images in the years to come.
Some memories last a lifetime, and this core memory will undoubtedly be one of them.
They say all defenses fail against love, and love always catches us off guard.
But every love story begins somewhere- and sometimes, that somewhere is a sun-kissed beach in Goa, watching the sunset reflected in the eyes of your newly minted fiancé, who will soon be your wife for life.