10 incredible proposal sites for service members

Orvelin Valle
Feb 4, 2020 5:23 PM PST
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10 incredible proposal sites for service members

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Presented by Shane Co.

Presented by Shane Co.


U.S. Marine LCpl Blaise Vogelman from MWSS-273 Marine Corps Air Station, gets down on one knee to propose to his girlfriend Gabby Farrell after coming home from a 7 month deployment to Afghanistan on September 17, 2012. Photo by Sgt Angel Galvan

With hundreds of military bases around the world, troops have a lot of options on where to pop the big question. Here are some of WATM's top picks:

1. Neuschwanstein Castle - Schwangau, Germany

Steffen Dubouis, Flikr

Neuschwanstein is the inspiration for the castle in Walt Disney's "Sleeping Beauty." Constructed in the 1800s, it's about a four hour drive from Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC) and Ramstein Air Base. If you're stationed in Germany and you want to make your girlfriend feel like a princess, Neuschwanstein is the ultimate fairy tale castle.

2. Puente Nuevo de Ronda - Ronda, Spain

Klomiz, Flikr

Any beach city near Rota Naval Base, Spain would make an incredible place to propose. But if you're the adventurous type, then Ronda, Spain is where you want to go. This historic city has been around since the time of Julius Caesar. It's home to some of Spain's most famous sites and oldest bullfighting ring.

3. São Miguel Island - Azores, Portugal

Feliciano Guimarães, Flikr

São Miguel is the largest of the nine Azores Islands and just a short flight or boat ride away from Lages Field, Air Force Base, Portugal. It's a bustling island with dozens of festivals year round. Best part of all, your money will go a long way. Petiscos (Portuguese tapas) and a glass of beer or wine will only set you back about €1 a pop.

4. Waikiki Beach - Honolulu, Hawaii

Daniel Ramirez, Flikr

Exotic doesn't necessarily come to mind when you think of being stationed in the U.S. unless you're in Honolulu, Hawaii. Less than an hour away from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Waikiki is one of the best beaches in America. While the place is a bit touristy there's plenty to see and do -- like surfing!

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5. Sailing - Honolulu, Hawaii

Prayitno, Flikr

One of the best things to do with your girlfriend in Hawaii is to go sailing. Snorkeling or scuba diving provide the perfect atmosphere leading up to the big question. Swimming with dolphins and exotic fish will keep her distracted before you hit her in the feels with your engagement ring. (Just remember to keep it in a safe place.)

6. Underwater - Guam, U.S.A

Rob Rider, YouTube

While most hotels and tourist areas in Guam are in Tumon Bay, a trip down Marine Corps Drive will lead you to Fish Eye Marine Park, which is perfect for scuba diving beginners. If swimming with the fish and barracudas aren't your thing, there's always Puntan Dos Amantes just North of Tumon, also knowns as Two Lovers Point.

7. Sydney Harbor Bridge - Sydney, Australia

Ruth, Flikr

Carrier Air Wing 5 has frequent trips to the land down under and Sydney provides hundreds of proposal possibilities. We recommend the top of Sydney Harbor Bridge with the Opera House in the background for the picture perfect proposal.

8. National monument

Ring of Finger, YouTube

Your proposal can't be more patriotic than getting on one knee in front of a national monument while wearing your uniform. Take your pick from one of the hundreds of monuments across the nation.

9. On a Navy ship

Airman Xavier Rodriguez Rivas, an aviation ordnanceman, proposes to his girlfriend, Jubeliz Maldonado, on the navigation bridge aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is currently in a Selective Restricted Availability in its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka. US Navy photo

This day is more for her than it is for you. While proposing at home, in this case a Navy ship, is no big deal for you, it will mean the world to her.

10. If you're deployed, there's always Skype

Spc. Rafael Campos, a parachute rigger for the 421st Quartermaster detachment 4, and some of his fellow riggers gathered Nov. 2 to set up for the momentous occasion of proposing to his girlfriend in California (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Adrianne Vinson, Public Affairs, 421st Quartermaster )

This soldier overcame the distance between him and his girlfriend. Whatever your plans are for proposing, just don't forget the ring. (And here are some engagement ring ideas from our friends at Shane Co.)

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