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Three great countries for hot air ballooning

27/10/2014 Jo Bailey Features

Hot air balloons are a great way to see the world, as ballooning can give you a unique perspective on the landscapes that make up an area, which simply would not be possible with many other modes of transport. The following three countries are

Five competitive forms of hot air ballooning

24/10/2014 Jo Bailey Features

When most people think about competitive ballooning, they think about hot air balloon races, in which the fastest person to fly from A to B is the winner. It is true that these are the most

Top 10 unusual hot air balloon designs

04/09/2014 Jo Bailey Features

You’re probably familiar with the traditional round hot air balloon, which looks exactly as you would expect such a vessel to look, but there is actually a lot more to the art and design of hot air balloons than the traditional models, and there are lots of companies now pushing…

Essential items to consider when preparing for a balloon ride

29/08/2014 Jo Bailey Features

If you are embarking on a hot air balloon ride, there are some items that you should be sure to bring along to ensure that the experience is a comfortable and unforgettable one. Here is our list of essential items to

Top tips for creating a mini hot air balloon

25/07/2014 Jo Bailey Features

Making your own mini hot air balloon is much easier than you might think, so why not get stuck in and create your own fully working balloon today? Here are our top tips for

How hot air balloons are made

18/07/2014 Jo Bailey Features

A hot air balloon is simply a large envelope of material that, when filled with gas, is able to lift off into the sky and float along. It is able to do this thanks to the displacement of air. If you have ever wondered how a

Flying over Wiltshire: why Swindon is a great balloon trip destination

05/07/2014 Jo Bailey Features

If you are thinking about taking a trip in a hot air balloon, but you aren’t quite sure where you would like to take your ride, you might want to consider starting your journey in Swindon. The town is located in the county of Wiltshire and it is the perfect…

Top five aerial views of the Gloucestershire region

28/06/2014 Jo Bailey Features

Gloucestershire is without a doubt one of the most beautiful counties in the UK, and it would be fair to say that it’s even more beautiful from above, which is perhaps why so many people enjoy a leisurely

A history of ballooning in Bristol

04/06/2014 Jo Bailey Features

It would be fair to say that Bristol is the hot air ballooning capital of the country. Not only is it home to Cameron Balloons, a company known the world over for its unique and spectacular vessels; it is also home to the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, which has been…

A look ahead to the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2014

21/05/2014 Jo Bailey Features

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta has been taking place since 1979. This year’s festival will be its 36th, and it is certainly set to be one of the best yet. The event – which is held from 7th-10th August – will play host to more than 130 hot air balloons,…