Nikita and Irina met 8 years ago when they both were studying law at Moscow University. After graduation, the couple moved to the United States to pursue their law careers. Nikita always knew Irina was ‘ the one” and was trying to propose on multiply occasions, but things always didn’t work out and he had to postpone the engagement for the better times. Last time, when he was planning to surprise his girlfriend with the romantic getaway, the covid happened and he decided to delay the engagement again.

As soon as New York started to get back to live, Nikita reaches out to us and asked if we can arrange something romantic on the beach. We immediately said yes and start planning.

On a proposal day, it was a wonderful summer evening with a fresh ocean breeze and the couple decided to walk on the beach before going home. The noticed some lights from far away and Nikita suggested to come closer and check what was that. As soon as they reached the heart, Nikita got on one knee and asked Irina to be his wife. And she said “YES”.

New York is a truly unique city as you have multiple beaches around it.

1. Brighton Beach

Just an hour ride on the B, Q line and you will be by the world-famous Coney Island and Brighton Beach area. There are lots of cafes and restaurants around there and every weekend the amusement park have firework shows.

2. Rockaway Beach

This beach is a little further away, but you also can access it by subway transportation or the ferry. Rockaway Beach is known for surfing and some secluded areas, a perfect location for a romantic getaway from the city.

3. Sandy hook beach NJ

Absolutely stunning place for a hot day getaway. Part of the historic site, this beach feels like a paradise. There lots of seafood cafes and restaurants around the area and you can access the beach by the ferry.

4. Long Island

Long Island is known for its beautiful beaches and luxury lifestyle. If you drive all the way till the end of the island you will find the Montauk lighthouse. This area is also known as ” the end of the world” and what can be more romantic than to bring your partner to the place with this name. But be aware it is about 5 hours drive and we recommend staying at least for two days in that area as there so many great places to see.

We hoped that you will find this guide helpful and if you planning to propose this summer, but don’t know where to start, contact us now head@proposal007.com and our experienced team will help you to create the most unforgettable marriage proposal experience.

Tatiana Caicedo

Winter in New York City can be tough outdoors. A hotel proposal can be your answer for a perfect affordable warm proposal. Hotels provide a very intimate setting where you can propose. They have stellar views to enjoy on your private terrace with your future partner and you both can stay over after the proposal to celebrate in a beautiful suite. Hotels also usually have an on -site restaurant to enjoy a good meal and they are great for engagement pictures with your New York proposal photographer. Here are some tips on how to have a flawless hotel room proposal!

What you need to know before booking a hotel:

Before you find the perfect hotel you need to see if they will be able to accommodate all your needs. You must check if they will allow a hotel room makeover in the room which includes rose petals, balloons,  led candles etc. You might want some family or friends there so you should check to see how many people you can invite in the room. You should also see if the outdoor terrace furniture will be allowed to be moved in order to create a beautiful proposal atmosphere outdoors. We can provide a romantic room set up for you that includes lots of romantic decorations for your hotel room once you pick the hotel of your dreams.

How to propose in the room:

A great hotel room proposal idea is to have a secret photographer to capture the proposal. You will want to propose on the terrace because it provides beautiful views and great photo opportunities that your New York proposal photographer will capture for you. You will not want to miss out on these memories! Another great hotel room proposal idea is to have the room decked out in romance! Swan towels on the bed, Rose petals all around the floor, Mini candles, balloons etc. You can also have room service and ice-cold champagne waiting for you and your future partner. You can’t go wrong with a hotel room proposal!

What to do after the hotel room proposal:

Hotels in New York are usually in good areas so after the proposal you can take a nice walk, celebrate and take engagement photos with your New York proposal photographer. For example, the Plaza Hotel is a great place for a hotel room proposal. It’s stunning on the inside and out, you can have a romantic room setup, they have a beautiful on-site restaurant and it’s close near Central Park for outdoor engagement pictures.

How to make your hotel room proposal a surprise:

Make sure you let the front desk know that there will be a proposal and someone will come to decorate the room. In this case friends, family, and the proposal team will get into the room while you out and transform it. All you will need to do is just to be back in the room on time and surprise your partner with the stunning proposal.

How we can help you out:

Always be sure to have a secret New York proposal photographer to capture all the moments! We can recommend a bunch of different hotels for you based on your preferences. We have a lot of experience working with hotels, so we can guide you and suggest what type of decorations would work the best. The beauty of the hotel room proposal is that it’s completely private and you can customize your proposal experience the way you want it.

We hope you found this article helpful when you are planning a hotel room proposal in New York. We will be happy to help you with all of your proposal wants and needs! Please reach out to us directly by email at head@proposal007.com to start planning your special and intimate proposal.

Naomi Concetta Rinzivillo.

The proposal day is coming soon and you can’t stop stressing about it.  To ask someone to marry you is a big and important step and of course, it is normal to be nervous about it. But sometimes the proposal can go wrong because you were too stressed and the whole experience would not be as pleasant as you thought. In order to avoid it, you need to be calm and confident on your engagement day. Here are some tips on how to calm pre-proposal nervousness.

1. Keep your partner in mind

Most likely you already discussed the marriage with your partner, so you know that she loves you and wants to marry you. You asked her parents for blessings and are ready for a new chapter in your life. Keeping all that in mind would help you to focus on the experience and not the answer as you know that she would say ‘Yes’.

Very often girls were asking questions like ‘why were you nervous, you knew I would say ”yes” after the proposal’. So as soon as you start feeling jiggly and nervous, remind yourself that you already spoke about it before and you know that she will be so happy to finally be your wife.

2. Don’t compare your proposal to the others

This will be the hardest task as you probably saw your friends getting engaged, or saw pictures of the Instagram influencers doing elaborate proposals, and almost every movie has a stunning proposal scene. The most important thing here is to remember that your relationships are unique and there is no one else like you and your partner and there will never be another proposal like yours. Very often guys are getting caught in spending double what they planned on the proposal because they wanted the same things as someone they saw on Instagram or TV. Which leads to unrealistic expectations and overspending. So, set your budget, create your unique proposal idea, and do you.

3. Turn your nervousness into enthusiasm

This might sound like a ‘mission impossible’ scenario, but instead of stressing out about the moment, get excited about the life you will have together. In other words, concentrate on the bigger picture. You are stuck in traffic and running late to the proposal location, your family is texting you asking where you are at, and instead of stressing out about the things you can’t control, think of what a great story it will be to tell your kids about.

4. Talk to a trusted person

Sometimes the best way to calm the nerves would be by talking to someone you trust. It can be a friend or a family member or your proposal planner. Just tell them what bothers you the most and discuss your concerns. Very often men feel ashamed of being nervous and keep the emotions to themselves and that can really ruin the engagement experience as even after the proposal they look tense and nervous. So, just talked it out.

5. Be organized

If you are well organized and know exactly what you are going to do, you won’t be stressed out about the day and can actually enjoy the whole engagement experience. This means dont wait till the last minute to pick up the ring or check where the proposal location is or ask a friend to pick up the flowers. At least a week before the proposal everything needs to be planned and organized and of course ‘ life happens’ and there will be some last-minute difficulties, but at least do the basic preparation and check how to get to the proposal location and what is the parking situation around there. The more prepared you will be, the more confident and calm you will be on the proposal day.

There is a saying that proposal day is the “happiest day for women and most stressful day for men” and very often it is true and you need to remember that it is ok to feel nervous and anxious, but also remember that it doesn’t need to be like that. Be prepared, be confident and calm, and know that your partner loves you for who you are and would be happy to marry you no matter what.

The best way to make this day stress-free would be by hiring a proposal planner, who can plan the whole thing and you will just need to show up and enjoy the moment. If you are planning to propose anytime soon and can’t decide where to start, contact us now at head@proposal007.com and our experienced team will help you to create the day you and your partner never forgets.

The proposal day is finally here, you are excited and nervous and going through the details over and over again. Usually, that’s the moment when most of the guys start to wonder which knee to get on while proposing.

Is there a right knee to get on?

It might come as a surprise but yes, there is a proper way to do it or let’s say, a more traditional way to propose. According to the traditions, it is the left knee that you bend. Why? It is believed to be the way the knights would kneel. It is the proper way to show respect and surrender.

Of course, your partner won’t notice which knee you use and won’t think that you did it wrong.

Most of the time guys are choosing the knee they feel more stable on.

What is happening next?

After you get on one knee it is time to open the engagement box and ask your partner to accept your hand in marriage. The most important part is not to rush and say what you were planning to say to your partner. Tell them why you want to marry them and how you can’t wait to make a family together. After that, open the box and present a ring. Don’t rush and let your partner have a moment to process everything, then get up and put the ring on the finger.

Which hand do you put the engagement ring on?

The engagement ring hand varies from country to country, but in general, the Western countries are wearing the engagement ring on the left hand. This tradition goes back to the Ancient Romans who believed that the fourth finger on the left hand has the vein that directly ran to the heart. So when you put a ring on this finger you declare your love and when women wear the ring on that left hand it means that their heart has been claimed and they are not free.

But countries like Germany, Russia, India and Norway wear the engagement rings on the right hand.

We hope this information was helpful and now you know a little more about the engagement traditions. If you are planning to propose this upcoming winter season and looking for the perfect proposal, contact us now at head@proposal007.com and our experienced team will help you to create the most unforgettable marriage proposal experience in New York.

One of our most favorite proposal packages ” Bridge view proposal + photography” is everything you need for the ultimate surprise proposal. The package includes the rose heart set up with the small “Marry Me’ sign and pictures in the frames. And of course, we included our secret photographer to document the event.

This package can be done anywhere in the city, but we prefer to make it in Dumbo, Brooklyn. What can be better than the magnificent view of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline on your background?

There are a  couple of great spots around the area, where this proposal setup would look absolutely stunning.

1. Behind the Jane’s Carousel

This spot is absolutely fantastic as you can see the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline in one shot. This makes this location extremely popular with photographers, weddings, and engagements. So if you are a shy couple, this might not be the right place for you as there are always tons of people around. If you trying to avoid the crowds come in the morning during the weekdays.

2. On top of the Empire Stores

Did you know that there is a public rooftop in the area with stunning skyline views and an even closer look at the Brooklyn Bridge? The Empire Stores in Dumbo, Brooklyn are offering a public rooftop terrace where you can set up your proposal for no additional cost. This location is ideal for the sunset and late evening surprise proposals. But please keep in mind that it is a public place and other people will be around. You are also not allowed to bring alcohol, drones, and confetti to this location.

3. Under the arch

This location is perfect for rainy day proposals. Located under the Manhattan bridge, the archway provides shelter from the rain and wind and can accommodate more than 20 ppl under it. There is no significant view up there, but during the Holidays the archway is decorated with lights and Christmas decorations, which makes it perfect for surprise engagements.

4. On the beach

Yes, there is a little pebble beach area in Dumbo and this location is so romantic. The beach has direct views of Jane’s carousel, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Manhattan skyline. This spot is extremely crowded during the sunset times, so if you want to avoid the crowds the best time to propose there would be early mornings or weekdays during the day.

5. Under the Manhattan Bridge

This proposal location is one of our most favorite as it’s off the tourist paths and rather quiet. This spot provides views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges and looks absolutely spectacular in the pictures. The best time to propose would be before the sunset when the skyline is changing and the city lights are on.

How to bring your partner to Dumbo, Brooklyn without giving away the surprise?

1. There are lots of great restaurants in that area, so the ‘ dinner date’ cover would totally work.
2. There is a performing art institution in the area that is known for its outstanding plays, so you can use the ” theater tickets” covert
3. There is the ‘ oldest ice cream factory and the ‘ oldest pizza ‘ restaurant in Brooklyn located in that area
4. There is an outstanding rooftop bar located at the 1 Hotel rooftop with the best views of the city and the Brooklyn Bridge
5. It is one of the most photographed areas in New York, so you can always tell your partner that you want to take pictures around there.

If you are planning to propose to your partner soon and looking for the perfect package to go along, the “Bridge view proposal+photography” would be a great option to consider. We always recommend to contact us first at head@proposal007.com and discuss your ideas. Our proposal specialist would help you to choose the best spot and cover story so that you and your partner get the most unforgettable marriage proposal experience.

There is nothing like proposing to your best friend on a private rooftop overlooking the Manhattan skyline. This is the perfect option to avoid the crowds and enjoy the moment and space reserved just for the two of you. Also, private venues are ideal for custom proposals and personalized decorations. You can have everything your partner ever dreamed of and even more here.

We always recommend including at least 3 personal items into the planning, for example, you can include her favorite song, favorite flowers, and colors. Don’t forget about friends and family. If you know that your partner would love to see her closed relatives at the proposal, a private rooftop is ideal for that. As of now, all the rooftops allowed  8 -15 ppl to be present at the terrace. Ask them to hide as first and surprise your partner for the second time, when after she said “yes” the whole family walks in.

Our luxury penthouse terrace is ideal for winter proposals as it has a stunning inside room with the floor to ceiling windows, so even if it will be raining outside you can propose in the room and still has a view of the city. It is also an absolutely mind-blowing experience to view the city from the penthouse suite.

To reserve your day and time and learn more about the rental options, please contact us directly by phone 347 926 9458, our experienced team will explain the booking process and answer all questions that you have.

Let’s start planning!