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It’s safe to say there’s a lot of pressure when it comes to planning the perfect proposal. From finding the right ring to planning out every last detail for how you’ll pop the question, asking the person of your dreams to marry you is no simple feat.

But one way to up the ante is by picking the ultimate location. After all, how could your significant other say no when you’re popping the question in front of the Eiffel Tower in the world’s romance capital, or while you’re soaking up a picture-perfect sunset in the tropics of Koh Phi Phi in Thailand?

So what kinds of destinations set the right tone when you’re asking that special someone to spend a lifetime with you? Ultimately, the answer will be different for every couple. Some will be drawn to the canals of Venice, while others might cherish a horse-drawn carriage ride through Central Park in New York City. If you’re looking for a little inspiration when it comes to where you should pop the question, here are a few romantic ideas.

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Marissa WillmanMarissa Willman earned a bachelor's degree in journalism before downsizing her life into two suitcases for a teaching gig in South Korea. Seoul was her home base for two years of wanderlusting throughout six countries in Asia. In 2011, Marissa swapped teaching for travel writing and now calls Southern California home.

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