If you are thinking about tying the knot, one of the first things you need to decide and plan for is getting engaged. For most men, it is there time to shine and pick out a great spot or scenario that will be remembered for the years to come. Here are some tips. One of the first things you should consider is whether you would like to get engaged on a special holiday or event. For instance, many people like to pop the question on Valentines Day or New Years Eve, some pick a name day or date that has significance. Others like to just choose a date out of convenience and do not want the day to have any meaning beforehand. Once you choose when you want to pop the question, figure out whether you would like to pop the question in front of your friends or family or when you and your girl friend are alone. Many people usually decide to get engaged at a place that has some special importance to the couple such as where they met, their favorite park, or high atop a mountain overlooking their town. For most people, getting engaged is a very personal process and it takes time for them to decide on when, where and how it will happen. Remember that getting engaged should be about you and your girl friend; make sure that you make it a very special moment.