Out of all the opportunities to give a gift, the best choice for any occasion is gifting active tourism. It’s more meaningful to give an experience to someone you love rather than a material object—why? Because material things are eventually forgotten, but an adventure stays in the memory forever...
We’ve all dreamed of feeling the sensation of seeing everything from above, like a bird soaring over the city or the mountains. How about a hot air balloon flight? It’s an experience suitable for all ages, young and old, and guarantees excitement. That said, if you’re gifting it to someone with a fear of heights... it’s best to ask first!
It’s also one of the adventure activities you can enjoy with family, friends, or even as one of the most romantic moments with your partner. On the other hand, if you own a business, it’s a great way to advertise, as many balloon ride companies create custom-branded hot air balloons for sponsors. As you’ll see, the possibilities of a balloon flight are incredibly varied.
But a balloon ride is much more than just going up, floating around, and coming back down. It’s a world of sensations, as most companies structure the activity with:
- Participating in the assembly and inflation of the hot air balloon
- The flight (duration varies by company)
- A farewell toast with sparkling wine to celebrate the "baptism" (first flight).
Contrary to what many might think, a hot air balloon ride doesn’t trigger vertigo—since the distance to the ground is so vast, the brain doesn’t perceive it. Still, we recommend checking with your companions, just in case they might feel uneasy (though it’s nearly impossible!).
A typical balloon measures approximately 17 metres in diameter and 23 metres in height. Its impressive dimensions ensure the ride is completely safe.
Any season is suitable for flying, as long as it’s not raining. Winter flights have the advantage of consuming less propane (the fuel needed for the activity), meaning longer flight times. The best time of day is sunrise, when the air is cool and, most importantly, the wind is calmer. There are also no thermal currents or turbulence caused by the sun’s heat.
To top it off, your companion (or companions) will never forget it. What are you waiting for? Gift a hot air balloon flight today!
