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FC626 · 06-10-2008, 05:15 PM

I know i already posted this once b4 i still need help. Im staying at the Marriott this summer and want to propose to my girlfriend will staying in Aruba. Any good suggestion on romantic spots? i would really like to just pop the question on the beach one day(probably the first day b/c i wont be able to wait). i dont think she'll expect that. she may expect it at dinner. do you think the hotel staff could help me do something special right on their beach? any advice is greatly appreciated. ive never been there b4. Thanks

*Arubalisa* · 06-10-2008, 06:25 PM

All of the suggestions you already have are terrific.

Maybe try contacting the concierge at the Marriott to have them assist you in arrainging something special.

Only other idea I can think of is http://www.morningstararuba.com/ I would bet you they have had more than one wedding proposal aboard their ship!

*Andrea J.* · 06-10-2008, 10:34 PM

i think you should turn to her upon arrival in the Imigration area where everyone is all lined up waiting to be "processed into aruba".

do it there in Immigration Hall

she will NEVER have expected it there!!!

i can hear the cheers now of all of the weary travelers watching and waiting for her to say YES,

on the way to the marriott, you will have to stop in o'staad and buy the ring.

andrea

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Originally Posted by FC626

I know i already posted this once b4 i still need help. Im staying at the Marriott this summer and want to propose to my girlfriend will staying in Aruba. Any good suggestion on romantic spots? i would really like to just pop the question on the beach one day(probably the first day b/c i wont be able to wait). i dont think she'll expect that. she may expect it at dinner. do you think the hotel staff could help me do something special right on their beach? any advice is greatly appreciated. ive never been there b4. Thanks

rob o · 06-10-2008, 10:48 PM

Do it on the plane on the way there!

Karen Lutzker · 06-11-2008, 11:12 AM

Andria has a wonderful idea. Propose in the immigration hall just as soon as you arrive. Your girlfriend will never expect it. Do it though before you get to the immigration booth Just get down on your knees and say " I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH, WILL YOU BE MY WIFE FOREVER AND FOREVER. I'LL BET SHE'LL SAY YES AND TEARS WILL BE RUNNING DOWN HER CHEEKS. EVEN BETTER YET, IF YOU HAVE NOT PURCHASED HER ENGAGEMENT RING, DO IT ASAP SO YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SLIP IT ON HER FINGER AS SOON AS YOU ARRIVE

WHEN ARE YOU LEAVING FOR ARUBA?

Graham Flanagan · 06-11-2008, 11:30 AM

I would propose at the beginning of the trip as opposed to the end of the trip (it would take some of the stress off yourself and your future bride's vacation will be all that more enjoyable). I should also point out that the sunsets in Aruba are spectacular, hence you may want to consider proposing in the early evening. Perhaps you look into the Hyatt's sunset service (from their website):

Sunset Service
There's no better way to start your evening than reclining in teak Adirondack chairs overlooking the beach, nibbling on gourmet hors d'oeuvres and sipping a glass of your favorite wine. Consider this your own private happy hour, complete with a tuxedo-clad waiter to take care of every detail. Select your menu from an enticing selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, wines, champagnes, chocolate dipped strawberries, or even a Monte Cristo #2 Cigar.

Sunset Service is located on the beach in front of the Palms restaurant. Proper attire: Black Tie to Black Bikini, whichever you prefer!

Click here to view our Sunset Service Menu.

Perhaps you could arrange to have your waiter bring the ring over with the hors d'oeuvres/champagne at sunset.

cindyo · 06-11-2008, 11:38 AM

Hey, do it at the airport at the ticket counter for that matter.....Maybe they'll upgrade you to first class....You can hand your camera over to someone in line to take pics....

danadog56 · 06-11-2008, 10:00 PM

Cindyo has a great idea........if they don't upgrade you, at least you might get free alcoholic refreshments for the flight !!!!
See how my brain wanders.....vacation and alcohol seem to be the greatest way to forget work.......

*Andrea J.* · 06-12-2008, 09:19 AM

my director at work (and today is my LAST day) always reminds us to 'think outside the box"

we have shown this young man, ready to propose marriage, that we are good outside the box thinkers!
andrea

cindyo · 06-12-2008, 09:31 AM

YAH andrea...goodbye work, have a great last day. Doesn't it feel so wonderful to walk out the door and know you've got so much fun ahead of you. Best wishes on your last day...cindyo

06-10-2008, 05:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
FC626 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 5	Please help with proposal I know i already posted this once b4 i still need help. Im staying at the Marriott this summer and want to propose to my girlfriend will staying in Aruba. Any good suggestion on romantic spots? i would really like to just pop the question on the beach one day(probably the first day b/c i wont be able to wait). i dont think she'll expect that. she may expect it at dinner. do you think the hotel staff could help me do something special right on their beach? any advice is greatly appreciated. ive never been there b4. Thanks Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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Karen Lutzker Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: The beaches and the sea Posts: 361 Images: 9	Proposal Andria has a wonderful idea. Propose in the immigration hall just as soon as you arrive. Your girlfriend will never expect it. Do it though before you get to the immigration booth Just get down on your knees and say " I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH, WILL YOU BE MY WIFE FOREVER AND FOREVER. I'LL BET SHE'LL SAY YES AND TEARS WILL BE RUNNING DOWN HER CHEEKS. EVEN BETTER YET, IF YOU HAVE NOT PURCHASED HER ENGAGEMENT RING, DO IT ASAP SO YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SLIP IT ON HER FINGER AS SOON AS YOU ARRIVE WHEN ARE YOU LEAVING FOR ARUBA? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ http://www.cayenaweddings.com Aruba's First Destination Wedding Planner

06-11-2008, 11:30 AM	#6 (permalink)
Graham Flanagan Member Join Date: May 2007 Age: 41 Posts: 75	Propose at the beginning of the trip/during sunset. I would propose at the beginning of the trip as opposed to the end of the trip (it would take some of the stress off yourself and your future bride's vacation will be all that more enjoyable). I should also point out that the sunsets in Aruba are spectacular, hence you may want to consider proposing in the early evening. Perhaps you look into the Hyatt's sunset service (from their website): Sunset Service There's no better way to start your evening than reclining in teak Adirondack chairs overlooking the beach, nibbling on gourmet hors d'oeuvres and sipping a glass of your favorite wine. Consider this your own private happy hour, complete with a tuxedo-clad waiter to take care of every detail. Select your menu from an enticing selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, wines, champagnes, chocolate dipped strawberries, or even a Monte Cristo #2 Cigar. Sunset Service is located on the beach in front of the Palms restaurant. Proper attire: Black Tie to Black Bikini, whichever you prefer! Click here to view our Sunset Service Menu. Perhaps you could arrange to have your waiter bring the ring over with the hors d'oeuvres/champagne at sunset. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

06-11-2008, 11:38 AM	#7 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,523 Images: 138	Hey, do it at the airport at the ticket counter for that matter.....Maybe they'll upgrade you to first class....You can hand your camera over to someone in line to take pics.... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in Next Aruba trip in

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danadog56 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: everywhere and anywhere Posts: 1,619 Images: 13	Cindyo has a great idea........if they don't upgrade you, at least you might get free alcoholic refreshments for the flight !!!! See how my brain wanders.....vacation and alcohol seem to be the greatest way to forget work....... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Okay, so here we go again,,,,,,10 months and counting.....

06-12-2008, 09:19 AM	#9 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor beach bar, alto vista chapel, cooks restaurant, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 12,028 Images: 74	my director at work (and today is my LAST day) always reminds us to 'think outside the box" we have shown this young man, ready to propose marriage, that we are good outside the box thinkers! andrea Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

06-12-2008, 09:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
cindyo Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Reniassance Island Posts: 3,523 Images: 138	YAH andrea...goodbye work, have a great last day. Doesn't it feel so wonderful to walk out the door and know you've got so much fun ahead of you. Best wishes on your last day...cindyo Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Cindyo Family Poolside at the Rennaissance suites April 2010 Family with Bully, arubalisa & family Next Aruba trip in Next Aruba trip in