Your soon-to-be spouse truly loves blue. What could be more romantic than proposing with a sapphire engagement ring in one of the bluest places on earth? From the extreme and exotic to unexpected wonders in your own backyard, here are nine amazing blue locations that provide the perfect backdrop for popping the question.
INDIGO ISLANDS
Maldives
Floating huts over an azure ocean expanse.
Want to make a memory that will 100% last a lifetime? The “Bluest Place on Earth” is a tiny and remote nation made of more than a thousand islands. Bungalow on your own private lagoon? Romantic dinner overlooking a watery expanse? Endless sunsets set to only the sound of two beating hearts? Check, check—and swoon.
Hanauma Bay | Oahu, Hawaii
Golden sunsets contrast crystal blue waters.
This nestled cove just southeast of Honolulu attracts scores of snorkelers with crystal blue waters and vibrant marine life. But what really makes this spot ideal for a proposal is the truly breathtaking sunsets experienced from one of the hills overlooking the bay.
Navagio Bay | Zakynthos, Greece
A breathtaking view overlooking one of the world’s bluest bays.
Locally known as both Shipwreck Beach and Smugglers Cove, this spot contrasts serene blue with sheer white cliffs and a rusted merchant ship ran aground atop stark sand. Beyond the amazing beach, the island itself offers up world-class food and wine plus plenty of history and architecture.
AZURE ABODES
Júzcar, Spain
Paint the town blue.
This whimsical village has a peculiar story. Its traditional, white-washed stucco was targeted to change color in 2011. The reason? A promotional stunt behind the movie, Smurfs. And in a twist ending, the residents voted to keep their blue hue rather than return to tradition. It’s a one-of-a-kind location, whether she’s a fan of animation or just the unusual.
Chefchaouen, Morroco
Photo-ops abound among these saturated streets.
Tucked into the Rif Mountains, this town is the perfect cross-section of tradition and comfort. Its ubiquitous blue walls draw plenty of visitors so expect amazing cuisine (both indigenous and international) and luxe accommodations, plus mosques, souks and other well-preserved local culture.