Today’s proposals are about the moment, the memory, and the setting that holds it all together. And behind many of these unforgettable moments are hotels that do far more than provide a stunning location.
And in this conversation, the Maldives remains an evergreen season destination for romance. “The Maldives remains a timeless destination for summer proposals,” Srikanth Devarapalli, GM of JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, says. “Its cinematic beauty, unmatched privacy, and sense of escape offer the perfect setting for life’s most meaningful moments.” The resort offers dreamy underwater proposals during a private dive or a beachfront proposal illuminated by candlelight and a spectacular display of cold sparklers.
In Europe, Switzerland’s St. Moritz has long held a place on the map for dreamy summer proposals, and Badrutt’s Palace in particular continues to attract couples year after year. Richard Leuenberger, Managing Director of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel in St. Moritz, attributes its enduring charm to the timeless quality of its setting. “The light, the lake, the feeling of being secluded from the world. But what keeps couples coming back is the feeling that this is something very personal. It doesn’t feel staged, it feels real. Couples are looking for moments that are emotionally meaningful, intentional and unmistakably theirs.”
This desire for meaning over spectacle isn’t limited to the Swiss Alps. Along the sun-drenched coastline of the South of France, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d’Antibes continues to be a dream destination for summer proposals. For those looking for breathtaking proposal backdrops, the hotel’s main alley, which opens onto panoramic views of the Mediterranean, remains an all-time favourite. Other beloved locations include the rose garden and private cabanas bathed in sunset light—both equally suited for personal, heart-stirring moments. “The private dining experience at the cabana facing the Mediterranean is one of our most favoured proposal setups. The entire place is exclusively decorated for the couple with candles along the path and rose petals to enjoy a gourmet private dinner served by a dedicated butler. No other guest is interrupting or distracting you from your special moment. It’s just the couple,” assures Valerie Muller, Regional Head of Communications.
So, whether it’s a rooftop in Beirut, a candlelit table in Cappadocia, or a walk on the beach in Salalah, here’s to the most elegant, stylish ‘yes’ moment of your life!
