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Back07/01/2025
(Without Blowing the Surprise)
Let’s start with the basics: where exactly do you put the ring?
Carry-on is your best mate. It stays with you at all times, and you won’t have to deal with missing luggage or those horror stories involving airport black holes. Just make sure it’s tucked away in a secure little pouch or case, buried deep amongst socks or something equally dull.
Avoid jacket pockets — they’re often emptied at security and no one wants a “surprise” proposal in front of a bored TSA agent and a tray of toiletries.
And please — do not stow it in your checked luggage unless you fancy spending the rest of your holiday on the phone to lost property.
Here’s where many proposals go belly-up: the security queue. If your partner sees a box-shaped object on the screen or, worse, watches a security officer pull out a ring box mid-inspection… well, so much for the surprise.
Plan ahead:
Let’s be honest: nothing says “I’m hiding a secret” like a bulging velvet cube awkwardly wedged into a sock.
Go for a slim, travel-friendly ring case — there are loads online that look like card holders, AirPods cases, or other innocent gadgets. Hide it amongst boring travel bits like cables, socks or even toiletries. (Just not in the toothpaste — let’s not get carried away.)
Top tip: Wrap it in something soft and unremarkable, so if your bag opens, it still doesn’t scream "PROPOSAL INCOMING."
Not the sexiest part of your love story, but absolutely essential. Whether it’s lost luggage, a sticky-fingered stranger, or just your own forgetfulness, you’ll thank yourself for sorting ring insurance in advance.
Many home insurance policies can cover jewellery abroad — just double-check the details and add travel coverage if needed. Bonus: you can breathe easier knowing your sparkler is financially protected, even if things go sideways.
If the thought of hauling the real deal across countries makes you queasy, consider a temporary or travel ring.
A well-made decoy can still dazzle, and your partner won’t suspect a thing. Then, once you're back home, you can reveal the actual engagement ring over a cheeky glass of champagne. Win-win.
Plus, a travel ring can come in handy for honeymoons and future adventures when you don’t fancy flashing the real sparkler in crowded places.
Can I travel with an engagement ring?
Absolutely! Just do it smartly (ahem, see above).
Will a diamond show up at airport security?
Not really — diamonds are transparent to X-rays and aren’t a security threat.
What’s the best hiding spot in my luggage?
Inside a slim travel case, disguised among everyday bits — ideally something your partner won’t be rummaging through.
How do I keep it safe at the hotel?
Use the in-room safe and propose sooner rather than later — the longer you wait, the more chance of an accidental discovery.
Travelling with an engagement ring doesn’t have to be stressful. With a bit of planning, a sprinkle of stealth, and the right storage solution, you can keep the magic under wraps until the perfect moment.
And when they say “yes”? Well, that’ll make all your careful scheming totally worth it. 💍💫
