Friday, November 13, 2015

First Time Tips On Balloon Rides Colorado

By Mattie Knight


Boarding and flying on a hot air balloon for the first time is a unique and thrilling adventure. The balloon is a timeless form of air transport. More often than not, the flight occurs early in the morning. The clear skies and an orange sun rising in the horizon make it thrilling and amazing. If you happen to look down, you will feast your eyes on beautiful scenes from about a mile or two high. Balloon rides Colorado offer a once in a lifetime experience. Below are a few things that you need to take into consideration before getting on the flight.

The cost of a flight is usually dependent on the type that you book. Public packages are usually cheaper than private ones. For public, expect to pay about two hundred to three hundred dollars per person. Private booking may cost you anything between seven fifty to eight hundred dollars. The cabin crew expects some gratuity after the excursion. So do not be stingy and tip your pilot.

Hot air balloon rides are a no go during bad weather. Extreme windy conditions and rain will affect the scheduling of the flights. Due to this reason, planning and booking are subject to constant cancellations and postponements. Do not start complaining and posting negative reviews online due to an unavoidable situation. Instead, be grateful that your safety is valued more than money.

The basket is not large and usually holds about 12 people for a public ride. A private ride is dependent on the booking made and packages available. For example, if you are on honeymoon, you tend to be the only passengers on the flight. The basket mainly offers standing room unless other special arrangements are made prior to the flight.

Choose what you are going to wear carefully. The burners and flames, inflating the balloon, make the whole basket hot. Due to this, make sure to wear something light. You do not want to start undressing in front of kids or pass out from the heat. The ride should be an enjoyable one.

Launches are breathtaking. Unlike airplanes that can leave you nauseated, a balloon gently, and gradually, takes off from the ground. All passengers must be inside the basket safely before the pilot initiates takeoff. It feels peaceful and graceful. The basket remains steady as it flows with the wind. It is stable enough for any movement inside. Beware of your cameras and phones falling to the ground. If possible find a good strap to safeguard them.

The landing is not as graceful as takeoff. It can be bumpy when the basket touches the ground as it is still under the whims of the blowing winds. Follow all instructions issued by the pilot. If there are kids or elder people on board take care not to hurt them by falling on top of them.

Upon returning safely back to the ground, the excursion is celebrated with a champagne toast. This has long been the standing tradition. The ride is worth every penny paid for. Capture as much as you can on camera.




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