SWPropose

Asking someone to marry you is a big deal so you want to get it right. The pressure to pick the right place, right moment and right situation can all weigh heavy.



So why not consider some of the more extreme ways to do it if nothing more than to discount the proposal idea as a ‘not for me’ kind. As such I give you today’s marriage proposal idea of the day: a skydiving marriage proposal.

If you want your loved one to remember their proposal for the rest of their life you should consider doing a skydive whilst you propose. This is an ideal way to make the occasion extra special if you are either an adrenalin junkie or just want to do something that is completely off the wall.

If you and your partner have never skydived before it might look suspicious if you suddenly announce it out of the blue, especially if you are not prone to this kind of surprise. Of course it depends on what type of relationship you have and what type of person your partner is. If you are the type of couple who like trying new things then you may just get away with it. For couples who have skydived before, a surprise proposal will be a lot easier to execute.

Over the years people have done many strange things while skydiving. These things have been undertaken in order to get in to The Guinness Book of Records or to get five minutes of fame. 

Believe it or not it has been proven that it is possible to get a tattoo as you are skydiving, shave your face using a manual razor and send several text messages from a cell phone. These things have all been officially documented and are 100% true. Given that these types of activities are possible, a proposal does not seem too difficult a challenge!

It certainly is an achievable goal with a little forward thinking and planning. Make friends and family aware of what you are planning so that they can add their own special touches such as holding up banners and taking photographs. Perhaps you could plan a family meal for afterwards to mark the occasion in style or just a romantic meal for two. One thing is for sure, you will both have huge idiotic grins on your faces.

There are several ways you can plan this proposal. The first choice would be to place a gigantic banner on the landing spot so that your partner would slowly notice it coming into focus as he or she got nearer to the ground. You could plan it so that you jump first and can be waiting with the ring and a bottle of champagne (presuming the answer is yes) when your partner lands. You might even want to let everyone else in on the secret weeks before hand so they can be there take photographs and film this special moment.

Another option is for you both to be in the plane together and just before your partner is about to jump, you propose, so that they have got the adrenalin rushing through them from the jump as well as butterflies in their tummy from the unexpected romantic gesture. You could try putting a ring on their finger whilst in mid air but this is risky as you may not be able to line your bodies up well enough and the ring may fall away. It is probably worth attempting using a toy ring, and saving the real sparkler for when you both come in to land.

Anyway, you can definitely look forward to a passionate kiss following such a daring heartfelt sign. You could arrange with the flying ground officials to supply flowers, champagne and perhaps play ‘congratulations’ over the loud speaker. If you are really daring you could attach a video camera to your safety helmet so that the entire magic moment is recorded for future reference.

Another way of making a skydive proposal would be to attach a huge banner to the actual plane so that they will notice it while they are free falling, or later on when he or she has landed. Make sure you spell their name out in bold letters and sign it with a kiss and your own name. This type of gesture will have the crowds whooping and cheering as it is so romantic.

No matter which method you decide on, you are going to leave your loved one breathless and giddy! This method of proposing is certainly not for the faint hearted as it takes a lot of courage both to do the dive and to ask someone to marry you. It will definitely show your other half how much they are cherished by you given that you have made such a massive gesture.

This type of activity will almost certainly make the news so you will probably be famous for five minutes as well. It is one of the most inventive ways to propose and takes nerves of steel, preparation and determination. But to propose whilst doing a skydive will make for one of the best experiences you will both ever have, and give you lasting memories which you can cherish for the rest of your lives together.

Have you ever dreamed about taking a flight in a hot air balloon ? Most people do consider this type of adventure at least once in their lives because there’s something quite mesmerizing and romantic about hot air balloons which people find hard to resist. 

If you’re already in the process of planning how to propose to your girlfriend then it’s worth considering a hot air balloon marriage proposal at the very least. It may seem like a daunting task but its relatively simple to book and then turn up on the day. Here’s how to do it.

There are many different companies which organise hot air balloon flights around the world so go online and figure out exactly where you want to be when you ask your lady the big question. There may be locations that are better suited to proposals where the views are exceptionally breath taking so read up to get some inspiration.

In the UK Richard Branson’s company Virgin are famous for proposals taking place mid flight and so they have put together a great package for a hot air balloon engagement.

To make the proposal extra memorable you could write a nice poem which you could read to your lover before you get down on one knee, or if you have been blessed with a good set of lungs then why not pen a romantic ballad? You don’t have to be a world class poet in order to write something meaningful and the words don’t even have to rhyme. Just be true to yourself and each other and I’m sure it will work out.

That said even the best laid plans can go a bit pear shaped, to use the English lad vernacular, as evidenced by this hot air balloon proposal which ended up in the trees. Still they all seemed to be laughing a lot about it which just goes to show why this kind of proposal can’t go wrong, even when it does.

To maintain the element of surprise, you could plan the hot air balloon marriage proposal for your birthday or your girlfriend’s birthday. You could simply say that it’s something that you’ve always wanted to try doing before you die and it would be perfect if she would accompany you on your voyage.

Alternatively you could say that you’re doing it for charity and you could actually go ahead and get some sponsors anyway. This would make your proposal extra special because you would be donating money to a good cause as well as providing your girlfriend with some fabulous memories.

If you’re planning to book the flight months in advance, this may not always be possible but if you just allow 2-3 weeks before booking you can usually get a good idea of whether any storms are due.

The ideal balloon ride would entail clear blue skies, sunshine and a gentle warm breeze but unfortunately life is not always like that so you may have to take a bit of a risk when you book. Remember to pack a traditional wicker basket with champagne, strawberries and other delights to toast your engagement. Some companies provide extras so it’s always best to check beforehand as you may be able to save money. 

Just imagine how picturesque the view will be when you are both way up in the sky, floating away without a care in the world (for her anyway, for you expect a slightly more nervous time until she says yes to your proposal obviously). The great thing about a ride in a hot air balloon is that although it’s an unusual method of proposing, it’s romantic and enjoyable whereas, something like skydiving or a helicopter ride can add extra nerves. Even if you don’t have a great head for heights, the key is to look straight ahead or up to the sky to stop the fear.

Alternatively you could hold your girlfriend’s hand and lovingly gaze into her eyes. Once she has accepted your marriage proposal you will feel so exhilarated that your nerves will disappear and you will enjoy the rest of the ride. Just don’t fall out.