You’ve got the ring. You know when, and where you will propose. The hardest things are out of the way – but there are still details that need to be pinned down. One thing people often overlook when planning their wedding proposal is transportation. In order to maximize the time you have with your partner, and to ensure that you can give your partner your full attention, you should figure out how you will get around on the day of your proposal. Here are some pro’s and con’s of each choice:
Limo or Hired Car
Pros
- Controlled environment that can be tailored to your taste
- Shows that you care for your partner’s comfort
- Hiring a car to drive you adds a special touch and is memorable
- You can completely focus on your partner, without worrying about driving
Cons
- There can be a lack of privacy because a driver is present
- Limo service is quite expensive
Taxi
Pros
- Driver’s generally know the best way to get you from A to B, and can do it quickly
- Most professional taxi services can be arranged in advance
Cons
- Depending on your location, a taxi may take a great deal of time to arrive
- Taxi’s can be very expensive, especially if used for long distance driving
- There is no control over the environment – taxi’s can be clean and well kept, or terrible – and you have no way of knowing
Uber or Lyft
Pros
- Easy to arrange a ride, especially in a big city
- Cheaper than a Limo or Taxi
Cons
- Your driver will be a stranger, and is not a professional
- As with a taxi service, you cannot know how the environment will be
Train or Trolley
Pros
- Set schedule so you have a good idea of when you will be picked up and dropped off
- Somewhat controlled environment, especially if you book First Class
- Good when you need to travel a longer distance
- Can give your partner your full attention
Cons
- Even trains can run behind schedule
- You don’t know who you will be seated next to
- Lack of privacy
Public Transportation
Pros
- Budget-friendly
Cons
- Complete lack of privacy
- Cleanliness can be an issue
- Schedules can vary due to unforeseen circumstances
- Not very romantic
Are you worried about how to propose perfectly? Allow our wedding proposal planners at The Heart Bandits to arrange everything from the venue to your transportation. Our professional staff has years of experience in creating dream proposals for every style of proposal.
No matter how you choose to travel on the day of your proposal, keeping it a surprise isn’t easy. To help keep your ring concealed, choose a slim-profile, compact ring box from Ring Stash. Not only does it fit easily into your pocket or bag, but will keep the ring secure until the moment you decide to pop the question!
Christina Clawson