Today my son booked to take me for a hot air balloon ride. I’ve always wanted to go on one.
Anybody else been on one? Did you enjoy it?
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Ooh, you’re brave Carol.
When is the big event?
My friends did that for their silver wedding anniversary, but not something I would dare do meself.
June 20th. It’s a sunset flight. 
Too scared but how lovely for you Carol . Take pics and videos please
Yes I will.
Just for you Carol…
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We have been on several rides. My wife is absolutely terrified of heights and was really reluctant to try it the first time we went up in one (it was for our honeymoon). But when it came to it, she really enjoyed it. For one thing, you are travelling really slowly and there is hardly any sensation of movement beyond drifting in the breeze and the floating in air. There may be a bump or two when you land, but you can easily brace yourself and will be told to expect it. Have fun and take a camera.
These are a couple of pics I took some year ago in Florida, before I had a decent camera.
We planned to do another balloon trip if we ever manage to get back to Florida. Unfortunately, money and this current pandemic is causing problems. Maybe one day.
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Yes, we flew over the the Valley of the kings in Egypt ……… loved every minute of it!
We went up at 6.00am to avoid the heat.
Enjoy it Carol, I envy you!
Ooh what a lovely treat for you @carol! I’ve never done it, but my daughter won a balloon flight in a campaign at work a few years ago. She absolutely loved it, and would definitely do it again. Not really sure whether I’d have the nerve!
I look forward to seeing your photos - let’s hope it’s a clear night with a beautiful sunset!
Yes - and Yes! It is a fantastic experience - wear warm clothing - it can be cold up there - even in the middle of Summer!
Oooh! How exciting for you Carol!! I hope you have a wonderful time! Its a dream of mine to go in one too, but I am so looking forward to hearing about your trip…I hope you manage a few photos! 
so you going to be a basket case then. Sorry but someone had to say it, joking of course
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