Proposal expenses and steps │Proposal preparation process, proposal budget reference
A proposal is as important and indispensable a life event as the wedding itself. How should you prepare for a proposal? From considering your partner’s preferences, choosing the location, planning the sequence of events, to coordinating the proposal decorations—every detail is crucial and closely related to your proposal budget. This article summarizes several main types of proposal venues for those preparing to propose and estimating their budget, helping you smoothly complete your proposal plan!
The proposal costs listed below are based on I DO Creative’s combined experience with various venues across Taipei, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Kenting. They include all expenses such as planning, venue decoration, proposal filming, bouquets, and venue fees.
1. Restaurant
Restaurants are currently the most popular choice for proposal venues. Besides offering a wide variety of types (such as night view, lawn, outdoor, glasshouse, private rooms, or exclusive indoor use) and diverse cuisines (Italian, French, Chinese, American, light meals, desserts, etc.) that can be selected based on preferences and the number of guests, restaurants are suitable for both intimate proposals for two and medium to large proposals inviting family and friends. After the proposal, everyone can enjoy a meal together, strengthening their bonds.
Proposal decorations should be tailored to the restaurant’s space and style. Outdoor venues are ideal for large flower arches, floral arrangements, sky lantern strings, and large letter lights to create a romantic atmosphere. Indoor venues suit smaller flower arches, balloons, ground lantern strings, and other elements. If the venue is spacious enough, you can also arrange fun activities like games or surprise gift boxes.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$35,000 (mainly varies depending on restaurant fees and number of diners)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Family/friends gatherings, intimate dinners for two, birthday celebrations
2. Hotels and Guesthouses
With the rise of domestic travel in recent years, couples can have a private hotel proposal during a vacation getaway or host a grand proposal party at a whole-villa rental or resort, followed by an all-night celebration with friends. Hotel venues are mostly indoors; after entering the room, you can first play a touching proposal video and then express your heartfelt vows. Whole-villa rentals and resorts with outdoor areas are recommended to use outdoor spaces for proposals, allowing an unlimited number of guests and creating a stronger vacation atmosphere. Due to the spacious and private environment, activities like singing and dancing can easily be incorporated.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$40,000 (mainly varies depending on accommodation fees)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Vacation travel, island tours, friends’ parties, visiting relatives in other cities
3. Parks and Riverside Areas
If you want a natural and unexpected proposal, nearby parks or riverside paths in your daily life are great choices. Passing by afterward, you can both reminisce about the surprise and sweetness of the proposal. Proposal ideas can include outdoor movies, street performers, or challenge games. You can invite many friends and family to join, creating a touching and fun memory.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$35,000 (usually no venue fee)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Walking, strolling
4. Beach
Sunset, beach, and waves are the dream proposal setting for many. The evening time is the best moment for a proposal. When the couple goes to the beach for a relaxing walk, it’s the perfect chance for a romantic and beautiful proposal. Beaches usually have no limit on the number of people and generally no venue fees. Proposal decorations are recommended to include picnic-style setups, letter lights, string lights, and ground fireworks to create an even more romantic and colorful atmosphere.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$50,000 (usually no venue fee)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Vacation, island tour, friend parties
5. Movie Theater
With dim lighting, comfortable seating, and a giant screen, a private movie theater proposal is perfect for couples who love films. While your partner is focused on the screen, a proposal video showing your relationship journey begins to play. When the lights come on, they suddenly realize the theater is filled with your friends and family. Surrounded by blessings and your heartfelt vows, your partner will be touched and pleasantly surprised.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$65,000 (private theater rental required)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Movie outing with friends, date night
6. At Home
“Home” is where we feel the most safe and warm. Whether it’s your future shared residence or one of your current homes, it’s filled with precious memories. Home proposals offer more flexibility in space and timing compared to other venues, and there are no extra venue fees. If the living room space is sufficient, it can be a great option for a proposal. If friends and family are available, you can plan the proposal for a regular day—when your partner comes home and opens the door or gate to find a beautifully arranged proposal setup and loved ones waiting, it will surely be a moving and unforgettable surprise.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$35,000 (no venue fee)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Coming home after a regular day, visiting elders
7. Campsite
Camping has recently become a popular outdoor activity and accommodation option. Whether it's luxury glamping or a traditional campsite, both are in high demand. Under the guise of a casual gathering with a few friends, you can propose in the early evening surrounded by towering trees and misty forest views. Decorated with elegant floral arrangements and string lights, the setting creates a dreamy, American-style wedding atmosphere.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$40,000 (mainly depends on the number of tents)
◎ Proposal scenarios: Vacation, gathering with friends
8. Airport
Traveling abroad always brings a mix of excitement and relaxation. Take the opportunity—whether you're traveling together or your partner is arriving or departing alone—to organize a grand dance proposal at the airport, a gateway to the world. With a heartfelt confession and promise, this meaningful gesture symbolizes that no matter where life takes you, you’ll always be by each other's side. It will be an unforgettable and deeply significant surprise.
◎ Proposal cost: Starting from NT$40,000
◎ Proposal scenarios: International travel, airport pickup
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