Planning a proposal in Paris? From the top of the Eiffel Tower to a bridge over the Seine. Where to propose, eat, and stay.
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Where to Propose
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Planning a proposal in London? From the statue of Eros in Piccadilly to garden walks and winter locations. Where to propose, eat, and stay.
Planning a proposal in Las Vegas? The Strip, mid-air adrenaline options, and spots outside the city in Red Rock Canyon. Where to propose, eat, and stay.
Planning a proposal in San Francisco? Bay views, hilltop parks, and indoor spots for the foggy days. Where to propose, eat, and stay.
Planning a proposal in Orlando? From Disney World to a hot air balloon to Lake Eola Park. Where to propose, eat, and stay.
Proposal Advice
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Planning a surprise proposal with a girlfriend who notices everything. Seven tips for keeping it secret from the ring purchase to the night itself.
Should you ask her father before proposing? The tradition still has defenders. Whether it works depends on who she is, not what year it is.
A Valentine's proposal over champagne in a fancy hotel isn't wrong. It's just not right for everyone. Planning a proposal that's personal.
Just Engaged
Every Story Starts With a Yes
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The reason the proposal happened at NYCC wasn't for The NERDIST to tape it, it was for the extra tickets. NYCC sold out fast and I wanted her dad to be there to witness it.
I first encountered the band Lucius through a good friend of mine named Nick Stankus. While in Chicago this past December, Nick and I spent some time driving around listening to music and catching up.
I was proposed to on January 15, 2014 on LIVE TV at the end of my newscast.
I moved out to New York City for grad school in the summer of 2011. I grew up in Downey, CA my entire life and I needed a change of scenery.
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A destination wedding sounds perfect until the guest list drops to twenty. The tradeoffs that matter, from costs to family politics.
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Choosing the Ring
Choosing an engagement ring? The 4Cs, setting styles, metal choices, and how to figure out her ring size. Everything before you walk into a jeweller.
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