They call me the “Yes Man.” It’s a title I’ve earned over two decades of doing the impossible. From the cobblestone romanticism of Europe in 2006 to the vertical luxury of Dubai in 2026, I’ve spent the last 20 years living in a woa ring box opens.
The Dubai Era: Becoming the “Concierge Extraordinaire”
When I brought my expertise to the UAE, the landscape was wide open. I didn’t want to be just another planner; I wanted to be the guy you called when everyone else said “No”.
My time as Chief Concierge at Atlantis The Palm wasn’t just a job; it was my PhD in luxury. It’s where I earned my stripes as one of the “Most Connected Men in the UAE” (as featured in EDGAR Magazine).
While others were scrolling through social media for romantic proposal ideas in Dubai, I was building a network that allowed me to say:
- “You want a private dinner on a helipad? Yes.”
- “You want a message written in fire in the Liwa desert? Yes.”
- “You want the Dubai Fountain to dance to ‘your song’ at 2:00 AM? Done.”
The Founder’s Edge: Why Experience is the Only Currency
After 20 years, I’ve realized that anyone can buy flowers. But not everyone can manage the adrenaline of a surprise moment. Here is why my two decades of experience matter for your big day:
1. We are a “Group of Men”
I founded Proposal Dubai with a specific philosophy: men helping men (and partners helping partners). We know the sheer, paralyzing terror of carrying an expensive ring through airport security. We know the anxiety of “What if they suspect something?” We aren’t just your planners; we are your best pals in the trenches.
2. Logistics Over Luck
My 20 years of experience means I don’t rely on luck. I rely on a 48-page logistics manual for every single “Yes”. From managing private yacht routes that perfectly align with the sunset behind the Burj Al Arab to having DCAA drone permits on speed dial, we control the variables so you can focus on the person in front of you.
3. The Ankur Bagga “Exclusivity” Filter
Through the ExperiencesandEvents.com (formerly Qrated World) ecosystem, I have access to “The Impossible”. We don’t do “Standard Packages”. If you want a destination wedding proposal in UAE, I’m going to find you a spot in the Empty Quarter that hasn’t seen a human footprint in a month.
The 2026 Vision: The Future of “I Do”
As we hit the two-decade mark, I’m more excited than ever. We are moving into Environmental Art Proposals. We are using Insta 360 cinematic simulation to give you “paparazzi” shots from angles that shouldn’t exist. We are creating “Celestial Mirages” in the desert—using mirrors and starlight to create a world that exists only for your moment.
A Personal Note from the Founder
People ask me, “Ankur, after 20 years, doesn’t it get old?” Honestly? Never. Every time I see that split second of realization – that “Oh my god, this is happening” look – I’m 24 years old again in Europe.
I’ve built proposaldubai.com, dubaiweddingplanner.com, qratedevent.com, and ExperiencesandEvents.com, not to be the biggest, but to be the best. I don’t just want your business; I want to be the reason your grandkids look at a photo and say, “Grandpa was a legend.”.
So, if you’re ready to stop “planning” and start “producing” the most important moment of your life, let’s talk. I’ve been saying “Yes” for 20 years. Now it’s your turn.
Cheers to the next 20,
Ankur Bagga
Founder, Proposal Dubai & The Experiences and Events Ecosystem