That's One Off the Bucket List!!

     So, what is Albuquerque known for?  Hot Air Ballooning of course!!!  And if you're ever going to take a hot air balloon ride, it only seems logical that one would do that while in Albuquerque right?!?
     So, we awoke this morning at 4:30 am giving us time to have a quick cup of coffee and then head out to the rendezvous point with PRIVATE BALLOON FLIGHTS (website is privateballoonflights.com)  We arrived a few minutes early for the 5:30 rendezvous time and we met up with Pam.  She led us over to a local park where the rest of the team was unloading "the Purple Twist", to be our balloon for the morning. There were only six of us going on this flight (plus Captain Bentley).  That's why we chose Private Balloon Flights as they offer a couples only option or with only six passengers.  Obviously, it's a little cheaper going with others in your basket, but that choice is up to you and the team at PBF is most accommodating!!
     Muggy and I helped the team inflate the balloon by holding it open at the bottom while two fans first blew cool air to inflate the balloon; and then, once the balloon was unfurled,

Captain Bentley started the fires!  Before we knew it, the balloon was floating and ready for us to climb on board.

We all climbed aboard and before we even realized it, we were airborne; effortlessly and silently.

The view and the experience were amazing!  We enjoyed a beautiful morning floating gently between 500 and 1500 feet above the ground.

Enjoying the ride!

Looking up inside the balloon

 We were airborne for about an hour and then Capt Bentley set us down gently in the field.  We helped fold and pack the balloon.

Captain Bentley and Pam, the owners of Private Balloon Flights!!

 We highly recommend calling Private Balloon Flights at  1-888-550-2677 if you are ever in Albuquerque and wanting a fantastic experience!!