How Does a Prince Pop the Question? Some Secrets of William and Kate's Engagement

By The Editors of AisleDash Posted Nov 20th 2010 05:30PM

Prince William shared with the world that he proposed to longtime love Kate Middleton while they were vacationing in Kenya last month. In a video interview (watch it on AisleDash) he explained that they had been talking about getting married for a while but he said "as every guy will know, it takes a certain amount of motivation to get yourself going...and it felt really right" to pop the question in Africa. He added that he had done a little planning to show his romantic side. Kate said that "it [the proposal] was a total shock when it came and very exciting."

So what was this romantic Kenyan spot Prince William chose?

The couple visited Lewa Downs Wildlife Conservancy, Manda Bay and Rutundu. And just how did he propose?

The Daily Telegraph reports that Prince William and Kate Middleton stayed at the Lewa Downs Wildlife Conservancy and he popped the question by a lake next to the slopes of Africa's second-highest peak, Mount Kenya. Only accessible by helicopter, the RAF pilot flew his bride-to-be to the lakeside in a borrowed helicopter.

Lewa Downs Wildlife Conservancy is owned by the parents of Prince William's friend Jecca Craig. The couple were on vacation in Kenya with friends when Prince William surprised Kate Middleton with his mother's sapphire and diamond engagement ring.

Rutundu is a log cabin in a very remote but romantic spot on the slopes of Mount Kenya and has been reported at the "secret" location where Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton.

The Rutundu complex has been referred to as the "Balmoral of Africa" because of its similar landscape and climate to the Queen's Scottish estate.

Guests chopper in and can enjoy hiking and fishing in nearby Lake Alice. Rutundu is off the beaten path and ideal for couples looking for an exclusive destination. Rates start at $300 a night.

Manda Bay, The Safari and Conservation Company.

During their vacation, Prince William and Kate Middleton also stayed at Manda Bay -- a romantic island where each "cottage" overlooks the beach and water.

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Saturday 20 November

By deadhorse

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Sunday 21 November

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By tlmdecember31

Hi everyone, now let's all make sure to tourmnet this girl like everyone did Diana, okay? Let's stalk them, stalk her, and most of all make her crazy. I mean, it all worked out so well when they did the same thing to Diana, right?? WTF, leave them alone and GET A LIFE people. What do you think, what do you think will happen, what about, what if.....shut up!!!!

By mission76

Does anyone besides the English really give a crap about a figurehead's grandson getting married? Why is this even mentioned outside of England?

Tuesday 23 November

By AnnSometimesY

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Look, I loved Princess Diana and I look forward to her children doing well in life, but, enough already of the press giving us a day by day segment of each and every detail of what her son and his soon to be bride are doing, or, have done, or, may do!!! I understand clearly, that Prince William will inherit the throne as king, but, this is ridiculous the way the press are leaning on the couple. Remember, it was the press that ultimately, caused the wreck and death of his dearly loved mother. I am sure that they don't wish to be hounded constantly and we don't really need to be overwhelmed with his son's plans or, his day to day life either. Go and fine some REAL NEWS until, they are about to walk the aisle.

By Mary Beth

Yeah, quit reporting this stuff and making every other guy's proposal look totally lame, lol.

Tuesday 14 December

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By badass

Simon left in time, Randy is just there, and Paula was good when she was awake. JLo is getting way over paid, and that dude Tyler is one UGLY lady, oops, man.

By Michele

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I am thrilled about this news! Why was it not on the front page here in the USA?!?!? Don't we LOVE Prince William over here too? This is the best news ! It was so heartbreaking when Diana died- her dear first-born son deserves happiness! One tip to William, tho, PLEASE don't make your bride wear that huge ring! PLEASE get her something lovely and petite! She will love you even more for it! Maybe she could wear Diana's ring for special occasions only??? (Besides, after what happened between Diana and Charles, NOT the best karma!!) HOORAY FOR WILLIAM AND KATE!!

By shlockomania

He knelt on one knee, looked up and said, " Kate -- my god! You're a man!"

By JEB BUCKINGHAM

How DID Prince William propose to kate Middleton?

"I say, old girl, by the by, would you care to have a go at marriage with me? If you said yes, it would be just ducky and smashing".

By Zero

He's finally given up courting Britney Spears, ha ha, congrats buddy!

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By paul

I hate to piss on a parade but in to-days economic condition of the world I feel they should just go see a Justice of the Peace and forget about blowing any amount of the public's cash on one day.......He has the best section eight job other than obama that I know of.....

Monday 22 November

By redfox

I wished she would not wear Dianas ring. Any other ring fine. Every time I see this ring on the young woman it reminds me on the horible death of Diana.

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