Ever dreamt of being a bird? For a unique excursion experience, make your dream come true (with some imagination)! Flying on a plane can be uncomfortable. But have you considered a relaxing hot air balloon ride? There are a few advantages of a hot air balloon ride.

1. Quiet, no more engine noises.
2. Unobstructed views, nothing between you and the sky.
3. Personalized, each ride usually has at most 6 people.
4. Low altitude, just high enough to see houses and other landmarks.
5. Localized, fly above your own town.
6. Relaxing, just sit back and enjoy the ride.

A typical hot air balloon ride cost about $150 to $200 per person for a sunrise/sunset trip lasting 2 to 3 hours. If you are interested, use the search box below and type in hot air balloon ride and add your town's name for localized results, then click on the Search button below it. For example, I would type: hot air balloon ride Toronto.

Do consult with your physician first. As the air is slightly thinner up there, some people may experience light headedness or other difficulties.

Photo by Dirk Huijssoon