How to Travel With an Engagement Ring

If you want to turn a holiday into the most memorable trip of your lives, a destination proposal is perfect. But while traveling to a romantic destination is sure to set a magical scene for your proposal, getting the ring there could be more of a challenge.

Whether you’ve chosen a vintage-inspired marquise ring from the likes of Diamonds Factory or picked up a custom made band from a local jeweler, take a look at our five tips for traveling with an engagement ring to keep your proposal perfect and under wraps.

Before you leave

Insurance can provide you with peace of mind when traveling with an engagement ring. Talk to your insurance provider about adding it on to your homeowner’s or renter’s policy to cover jewelry. Be sure to select a policy that covers the ring if it’s accidentally lost or stolen, and find out what proof you’ll need to submit a claim in that event.

Don’t use a ring box

A ring box in your case is a surefire giveaway that a proposal is to come. To avoid blowing your cover try and find another box to keep the ring safe in. Whatever box you choose, we suggest you hide it in your bag by rolling it with a pair of socks, tucking it into a shoe or mixing it in with your toiletries.

How to get the ring through airport security

If you’re traveling out of the country you’ll need to get the ring through airport security. We suggest keeping the ring in your carry on since you’re likely to set off the metal detector if the ring is in your pocket. Try not to pack anything else in your carry on that might trigger a bag search. We suggest adding a note inside the box asking them to be discrete should it get picked out.

Find a safe spot

Once you’ve arrived, keep the ring safe and hidden until the special moment. We don’t recommend storing it in a hotel room safe, only because your significant other might wonder why you don’t want to share the code. Instead, ask the concierge if there’s a separate safe they can keep it in.

How to make sure you don’t lose the ring while traveling

If you plan on traveling around with the ring during your holiday, there are quite a few ways to secure it safely on your body wear by safety pinning it to the inside of your trouser pocket or keeping it in a small box, such as a sunglasses case.

Better yet, plan to propose soon after your arrival, it’ll alleviate the stress of carrying it around for a long time and is sure to set the tone for the rest of your trip.

Keep calm

Keep yourself calm because the more you think about the ring and your surprise, the more nervous you’ll get. It’s going to be one of the biggest moments of your life you’ve thought it through and planned it well, so don’t panic.

With these tips on how to travel with an engagement ring, you should keep that special piece of jewelry safe and the secret under wrap until you’re ready to propose.