How to Plan a Secret Summer Proposal Without Them Knowing

Planning a surprise proposal this summer but worried your partner might figure it out? In this guide, we share real-world proposal planning tips based on hundreds of surprise proposals we've helped coordinate and photograph throughout Southern California. Learn how to choose the right location, create a believable cover story, plan a full day of activities, avoid common mistakes, and keep the proposal a complete surprise. We also share some of our favorite proposal locations in Laguna Beach, San Diego, La Jolla, Newport Beach, Malibu, Temecula Wine Country, Joshua Tree, and Idyllwild. Whether you're planning a beach proposal, luxury picnic proposal, winery proposal, or destination engagement, this guide will help you create a meaningful proposal experience they'll never see coming.