Most Romantic Spot to Propose in Tampa

Why take your sweetheart to Africa when you can propose to her under the romantic lighting of the sun setting on the Serengeti Plain without ever leaving Tampa? If you're a Floridian, you might already have guessed that there's only one place to experience Africa right here in Tampa Bay. That's right! Busch Gardens can provide you with the most romantic spot imaginable to propose to your beloved.

When I mention Busch Gardens, you might be picturing Clydesdales, mugs of beer and horrifying thrill rides. However, stick with me as I delve into a perhaps lesser known attraction that will truly set the stage for your romantic proposal, glorious wedding and future life of bliss with your sweetheart.

Busch Gardens offers a 45-minute "Sunset on the Serengeti" VIP safari tour. Sunset on the Serengeti includes a stop at the Crown Colony's Brewmaster's Club for sampling of premium Anheuser-Busch lagers followed by a journey into the Serengeti Plain at sunset where guests are invited to hand-feed giraffes while encountering other wildlife close-up, such as zebras. Sounds breathtaking, doesn't it? Now, allow me to paint a picture of how this can all come together for a most romantic proposal spot for you and your sweetheart!

You and your soon-to-be betrothed arrive at the park ready for a day of fun and adventure. Little does she know what's in store for her on the Serengeti Plain later that day! Start the day off slow; be sure not to give anything away. Maybe walk around the animal attractions and even visit the giraffes as a secret foreshadowing of the later events of the day.

As the day marches, and definitely before lunch, be sure to climb onto your favorite thrill ride with your sweetheart! The adrenaline and excitement will be sure get the day rolling with fun and adventure. You might try the romantic river rapids of the Congo or the old time wooden roller coaster feel of Gwazi. But who are we kidding? It's difficult to be romantic on a thrill ride! One thing's for sure, it will be fun! And, that is a good way to start out the rest of your life together.

Be sure to rest up and reenergize with a nice, relaxing lunch. You may want to consider visiting the Crown Colony Restaurant, which incidentally overlooks the Serengeti Plain. Yes, this provides you with even more foreshadowing for later on.

After lunch, find out what she wants to do to fill up that nervous afternoon time as you wait to spring the surprise Sunset on the Serengeti tickets on her later that day. You'll be sure she gets to see her favorite attractions, and then, when the time is right, you can head over the Serengeti for the day's main attraction.

Your tour begins with sampling of premium Anheuser-Busch lagers at the Brewmaster's Club. This will give you a little time to calm your nerves before the big moment. Be sure to let your tour guide in on your big plans! And then, it's off to the Serengeti.

Picture this: the beautiful Serengeti plains draped in a lovely Florida sunset. Your true love so sweetly feeds a docile giraffe. And then, the moment of truth arrives. You steal her away from the group, bend down on one knew, and pop the big question. And what else can she say in such a beautiful, romantic and thoughtful setting, but, "I will."

Of course, your tour guide will be in on it, so someone will be taking pictures. And everyone in the group applauds! And look, I think even the giraffe is smiling at this adorable display of true love on the Serengeti plains right here in Tampa Bay.