Many men use Valentine’s Day as the day to propose to their loved one. After all, it is the most romantic day of the year and it is a day that you will always remember as the special day that you decided to become one. So what are some romantic ways to propose? Here is a list of three ways to propose on Valentine’s Day that will definitely get your girlfriend excited.

1. Do it in front of your family.

This all depends on how traditional your girlfriend is, of course. If you don’t get along with your family, this is a bad plan. But, if you know that she is very close to her mother, father, siblings, grandparents, cousins, etc., this can be a great idea. Ask them to help you plan the special day.

Assign one of them to ask you to come to a family gathering on Valentine’s Day to get everyone together. Inform them of the real plan, but have them keep the secret from your girlfriend. When she tells you about the “meeting,” complain a little about the “meeting” being on Valentine’s Day, but don’t go overboard to the point where she decides not to go.

If that happens, remind her that family is important and even though you’d rather take her out for a romantic dinner alone, you’re going to the “reunion.” If you’re very traditional, ask her parents for her hand in marriage before the party. Let the “meeting” go on for a while, so she really believes it’s real. Designate a time when you’re going to ask the question and let others know beforehand (so they know what’s going to happen), like when you play a certain song or say something in particular.

Then kneel down; tell him how special he is and that you have already received permission from his parents to ask for his hand. Tell her you love her, ask her to marry you and give her her ring. Chances are, she’ll say yes and the whole room will erupt in applause. Make sure in advance that you have talked to someone in the family about taking photos or recording a video when requested so that the moment is preserved on film.

2. Plan a weekend getaway

If Valentine’s Day is on the weekend, plan a getaway destination like Las Vegas or Miami. This is a great way to propose if you like to do spontaneous things and love to travel. Don’t tell him until Friday afternoon when he gets off work. Pick her up at the office and tell her she has 30 minutes to pack, that you planned a weekend trip. To do this, you will need to plan several things in advance.

You will need to obtain plane tickets, train tickets (traveling by train can be very romantic), or get driving directions. Make sure you have reservations at a romantic hotel. For example, if you are going to Miami, try to get a room on the beach. If you go to Las Vegas, try to get a suite on the strip in one of the good hotels. You’ll need to have the things you’ll need for the weekend packed, including the ring. Hopefully, she’ll be so excited about the trip that she’ll think that’s what the weekend is all about. But, in a big romantic moment, like a walk on the beach or in front of the Bellagio when the fountains go off, propose to her. If you’re in Las Vegas, you can even get married there on the same weekend.

3. Borrow from your favorite click movie

Most women love romantic movies, and many include a proposal. If you know a movie that she loves that has a romantic proposal scene, recreate it with her. If My Best Friend’s Wedding is her favorite movie, just yell “Will you marry me?” as she gets in her car to leave. It’s even better if she gets on the train (which is how the movie version works). If an Officer and a Gentleman is her favorite movie, go over to her office, pick her up and walk her out. As you carry it out, ask him to marry you.

For this, you should probably consult your boss first. If she loves Sex and the City and you have a dog, take him for a walk with her. When you stop to bend over and pick up the poop, she pulls out the ring like Aidan did with Carrie. If you’re not sure what her favorite chick flick is, ask her. You can always use the premise that you’re thinking of buying him the DVD copy for Valentine’s Day. Be sure to ask about a few of their favorites to ensure you find one that has a romantic proposal.

Proposing on Valentine’s Day is a great idea that your girlfriend will surely love. If you have the right setting, it can be very romantic and something you both will tell your grandchildren one day.