POP A RING BUT, WHERE?
The pressure to get the perfect spot to pop that ring has definitely gone up in our generation, we all care a little too much about the place, the setting and the pictures. Gone are the days when you’d only see families come together and get the two hooked, it’s all changed. With the changing trends, we have come to the conclusion that the perfect place and the perfect moment should have the most unique experience in the moment you seize ‘that’ someone for life. We live in a world of social media trends and such moments ought to be “Instagrammable”.
For The Mountain Enthusiast
Ladakh
Ladak’s phenomenally unreal hasn’t been hidden from anyone. The unbelievably clear blue sky that adds its magnificentness with the towering and monstrous Himalayan hills and never-ending river’ is truly a paradisiacal splosh amidst the timid. Nirvana of the northern part of the country, Ladakh extracts a part of its mysticalness from another desired Heaven, Kashmir. Recently regarded as a union territory, Ladakh has the most bewitching spots to explore. Seizing your special moment at the Pangong Tso, the highest saltwater lake or near the eleven thousand feet Magnetic Hill or at the highest bridge in the world, the bailey Bridge, you’ll just be left bedazzled with the innumerable options you’ll get to choose.
Spiti Valley
A chilly deserted steep mountain found in the lanky Himalayas of Himachal Pradesh is the remarkable Spiti valley. Known as the middle land for being surrounded by the grandeur of Tibet and India, Spiti is one of the famous offbeat and sparsely populated places to visit. Being one of the second high altitude hubs in the world, it is also home to the highest altitude monastery (4,166 meters) the Kye Gompa. Another attractive spot of here is the Chander-Tal. Located at an astonishing altitude of 14,000 feet in the Spiti district, the lake has a unique moon-like shape. Hence, deriving its name from the Hindi language, where ‘chand’ means moon. During the winter months, the valley normally receives a high snowfall, due to which some parts are hurriedly shut down for tourist visits. Hence, before booking your dates you might want to look at the time, and the season you plan to visit.
Sonmarg
A meadow of gold or the Sonmarg is located near the banks of Nallah Sindh in Srinagar. A blissful location in a heaven abode, Sonmarg is surely going to make you fall head over heels with its enthralling charm. The place has phenomenal backdrops that are bound to leave your eyes twitching with fascination. Spend a peaceful day in Yusmarg admiring nature’s exquisiteness or sit by the Vishansar Lake which is known for being one of the most primitive oligotrophic lakes (highly clear water that has the greatest quality of drinking water). Another liked place is the Krishnasar Lake which is been accoladed for being one of the most stunningly captivating lakes of Kashmir that adds scenic charm with its tall and lush greenery.
Dalhousie
A tiny yet popular tourist destination in Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh. The place still reaps of the charm that the Britishers left behind through the prominent Scottish and Victorian architecture that embraces many houses and prestigious landmarks. Dalhousie was once a desired and loved summer retreat hub of the Britishers. Many tourists choose the spot for the quaintness that surrounds the beautiful landscapes, streamlets of water and dense forests. The town also gained its popularity when in 1937, Indian nationalist Subhash Chandra Bose stayed for months. After whom the famous Subash Chowk in Dalhousie has been named. Visit the Satdhara Falls, Kalatop khajjar Sanctuary and Khajjar for a fulfilling trip with your loved one.
Sainj Valley
An unheard and not so popular spot just 45 km away from the Kullu valley is the Sainj valley. Even while scrolling, or surfing google you won’t be able to get a hold of a lot of information regarding this valley. Hence, you will not find a lot of tourists flocking in this area. The Great Himalayan National Park of the Sainj valley comes under the Wildlife Protection Act and is a massive wildlife place which lures in wildlife buffs from every corner of the country. If you’re looking to pop the question in a unique location that is surrounded by calmness and quaintness then, without thinking too much just travel to Sainj valley.
For The Adventure Lovers
Skydiving
Celebrate falling in love with your special someone while actually falling free into the sky! Well, of course with the right gear and harness, you can celebrate your love by skydiving. One of the greatest places in India that offer you to skydive is the Aamby Valley in Maharashtra. The jump is from a staggering height of 10,000 feet where instructors take you through the entire process where you’ll be left without any worry before the min dive as the accompany you too. You get to enjoy the astonishing aerial view for a total of forty to forty-five minutes. Hence, take the plunge, literally through this unique way.
Hot air balloon
Take off into the sky by travelling into a balloon-like aircraft! the popular adventure yet comfortable option for people to spend quality time with their partner is by riding on a hot air balloon. the ride is approximately an hour long. Hence, giving you enough time to be with your special someone. However, the total time from, inflating the balloon to launching it can take up to 3 hours. As cheesy as a Hollywood movie, the hot air balloon ride should feature on every romantic movie buffs list. the most famous place that offers a hot air balloon ride in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The per-person cost is 7500.
Snorkelling
If you’ve always dreamt of proposing your special someone or expressing your love to them has always been how Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif did in the movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara then look no further. The Andamans with the clearest turquoise waters of the Bay of Bengal and rich marine animals make it the ideal location to go snorkelling. The average cost for snorkelling is just a thousand rupees for thirty minutes. The perfect islands where you might want to enrol for snorkelling include the Havelock island. The best time for you to visit would be between November to May where the temperature just lures around 20 and 30 degrees.
Trekking
Imagine walking with your partner holding hands amidst the colourful and beautiful Valley of flowers near Chamoli in Uttarakhand. Popular for bestowing the eyes of tourists with an abundant range of flowers, is just the perfect point to trek. The rich flora, mountain and waterfalls that surround the place makes it seem as if it was straight cut out from a Sharukh Khan Bollywood movie. A top romantic trek point, the valley of flowers is a sure mystical visit in the months of July, August and September. Since the Valley of Flowers is also a national park, you will also be able to spot some fierce animals along the way.
Cruise
What better way to celebrate your bond of love than on the luxury of a cruise. Mumbai, one of the most lit up and busiest cities of India offers the best cruise tours. The tour lets you enjoy the waters of the Arabian sea where you can also choose to set up a candlelight dinner. The cruise packages offered to visitors also include dinners. Hence, you don’t have to go out of your way to organize it. Mumbai also has the best street food, nightlife, famous heritage places and much more that are bound to add more perfection to your special holiday.
For The Beach Bum
Goa
Located near the Konkan range of India, Goa is not an alien spot to people around the country. Probably, featured on top of the list for every age group. Goa is considered as the top spot to ask your special someone to spend their entire lifetime. The place has tons of great beaches and shacks that are just perfect to spend a romantic time. The sunsets here luring over the backdrop are just perfect to seal the moment forever. The most famous beach of the region is Baga beach, that also allows you to let loose and dip into some adventure sports. The Famous Anjuna spot also lets you host a special evening on top of a rooftop restaurant.
Gokarna
Tourists whenever wish to travel to a place which allows you to enjoy beach time, without a twitch or thought people choose Goa. But, many people aren’t aware that just a hundred kilometre away is a not so famous place called Gokarna in Karnataka. The calm blue water and palm trees that surround the place offer the best time to nature and adventure enthusiasts. Go for a trek, parasail or snorkel in the crystal clear waters of Gokarna, you have a plentiful of options to make the decision. Couples love this place for the amalgamation of quaint and adventure that comes with it. The popular beaches include the Gokarna beach, Om beach, Kudle beach and paradise beach. The Bekal and Marari beach are also great options to visit in Kerala.
Kerala
People not willing to travel to crowded places like Goa can easily opt for Kerala. Kerala has the cleanest places surrounded by the cleanest water and greenery. But, if you aren’t someone who is looking for a busy and buzzing place then, you should make sure to travel to the Samudra beach. The place provides a fairytale-like dream setting that will make your special day even more special and memorable. Another quaint option is the Varkala beach. The beach doesn’t witness many tourists but, for a great time, you can easily sunbathe or eat delicious food at the shacks. Marari Beach and Bekal Beach are also great options to visit.
Lakshadweep
Step aside from the boring and usual beach locations and take the next flight to the less crowded but extravagantly serene location, the Lakshadweep islands. Lakshadweep has one of the most beautiful islands. But since it is a small union territory, the Lakshadweep has a total of just thirty-six islands. Nonetheless, you can freely choose to visit any of the islands as they are equally insane and offbeat.
You can also choose to enjoy some water sports if your companion also tends to enjoy the adrenaline rush that comes along with it. Some of the famous places include the Agatti island, Bangaram island Kalpeni island and the Minicoy island.
Andaman & Nicobar Island
Many people when choosing a great vacation option to forget to consider the amazing a striking island that sits pretty in between the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal is the Andaman and Nicobar island. The island is the apt spot for you to travel with our loved as it gives you every possible reason to make your best day even better. Despite seeing heavy footfall during certain months the Andaman and Nicobar island is one of the most well-maintained and cleanest beaches. The picturesque beach of the capital city, Port Blair or striking stunningness of Havelock island, the island has the most stunning spots that’ll just leave you overwhelmed with options.
For The Lazy Souls
Nature zone Resort, Munnar
A great way to pop the question to your special someone is to take them off-road away from the city life and choose a relaxing time at a resort surrounded by nature. One such resort is the Nature zone Resort in Munnar. The resort has been perched on top Munnar lush green forests and tall mountains. The resort provides a great time with great places to read a book, have a nice swim, a spa or a romantic candlelight dinner in the comfort of nature. Located 6000 ft above sea level in Munnar, it is popular for being the merging point of three rivers. The Kundala, Mudrapuzha and Nallathanni river. Travel to the Annamalai Ranges or the Elephant ranges that form the highest peak range in the entire southern region of India.
The Machan Resort, Lonavala
Lonavala is one of the popular locations when people of the southern region want to travel to a fun yet exciting location. One such place which is just eighty kilometres away from the city that never sleeps, Mumbai is Lonavala. It has a fleet of options for you to choose but, one amazing place that’ll make you fall in love with the surroundings and with each other is the Starlight Machan. The Machan is an eco-friendly resort that has received numerous awards from prestigious organizations over the years. The place has tree houses that provide you with a phenomenal view of the location. Hence, a must-visit with your partner.
Vanya Tree House, Kerala
Located on the Malabar Coast of Southern India, Kerala has the most phenomenal coastline. The beaches and canals are an absolute delightful location for tourists to spend a soulful time. Also famous for its backwaters, the place has the most magnificent stays for couples. One such place is the Vanya resort. The place not only provides a comfortable stay to its guests but also teaches you insights about the wonderful nature. You also get roam around the best beaches and hub spots that lead you into a rejuvenation. So, travel to Kerala and enjoy its wonderfulness and when ready just pop the question!
The Safari land, Tamil Nadu
Famous for being flooded with Hindu temples that have been specially architectured in a Dravidian style, Tamil Nadu sadly don’t feature on many people’s wish list. Breaking the norm barriers is an eco-friendly resort in the state. The Safari land, perfect for flora and fauna lovers, is located inside the famous Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary. Located next to the saintful Blue Nilgiris, the resort is just a couple of kilometres away from the tourist favourite hill station, Ooty. Stay in a treehouse or cottage, you get to be part of a plethora of activities just inside the resort.
Suro Luxury Resort, Shimla
The former summer capital of the Britishers, Shimla seeps in heritage and architecture. One of the best places to travel to, Shimla should definitely find a considerable spot on your bucket list. Shimla is known for hosting the most luxurious resorts in the country like the Suro Luxury Resort that offers a perfect setting and facilities for couples. the view of the deodar and pine forest will surely make you grab a cup of coffee in one hand and the hand of your partner in the other.
