Plenty of thought goes into planning a proposal – from getting the timing right to the mood and the setting.
But choosing the destination of your partner’s dreams is arguably the most important element, and there is one location in particular that has been crowned the best.
Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, came out top in AttractionTickets.com’s analysis of proposal travel trends, reviews and weather patterns across the world.
The iconic skyscraper sees 10 hours of daily sunshine and offers breathtaking views of the impressive city.
It is the tallest building in the world, and has proven to be the perfect spot to get down on one knee with an average online rating of 4.6.
Burj Khalifa received a total score of 20 out of 20 from the theme park specialist site and is sure to be a great backdrop for the special moment.
Over in Arizona, USA, the Grand Canyon ranked as the second-best destination for a proposal.
The impressive natural gorge stretches 277 miles long and will have plenty of viewpoints to choose from for the big question.
Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, came out top in AttractionTickets.com’s analysis of proposal travel trends, reviews and weather patterns across the world
Over in Arizona, the Grand Canyon ranked as the second-best destination for a proposal
It’s a popular spot for hiking and attracts millions of visitors a year, scoring 19 out of 20 in the research overall.
Italy’s world-famous Amalfi coast placed joint-second and impressed with its beautiful views and rugged shoreline.
The stunning area bagged an average online rating of 4.7 out of five and sees seven hours of sunshine a day.
Plenty of other destinations came in joint-fourth place, however – all bagging a score of 18 out of 20 in the research.
This includes Disneyland Resort, California, and Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, both of which offer a mixture of childhood nostalgia and fairytale-style romance.
Also in the USA, Yosemite National Park, California, made the joint-top four too.
Italian destinations, including Lake Como and the Colosseum, also ranked in fourth place.
Elsewhere, Petra in Jordan also came in fourth place, as well as the Taj Mahal in India.
Italy’s world-famous Amalfi coast placed joint-second and impressed with its beautiful views and rugged shoreline
Disneyland Resort, California, and Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, both of which offer a mixture of childhood nostalgia and fairytale-style romance, came in joint-fourth place
Oliver Brendon, CEO of AttractionTickets.com comments, ‘From natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Yosemite, to timeless landmarks like the Taj Mahal, these destinations offer more than a beautiful backdrop.
‘Proposing in emotionally-charged locations help anchor the moment to a shared experience, creating unforgettable memories that live long after the holiday ends.
‘Proposing at a theme park, like Disneyland California and Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando continues to be popular, showing that childhood nostalgia and joy can be just as important as traditional romance when choosing where to mark a milestone moment.
‘For those seeking quieter, more intimate moments in the parks, visiting spots like Cinderella’s castle first thing in the morning can help avoid the crowds.’
