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Want to take a flight you’ll remember the rest of your life? No, we’re not talking airplanes! Escape the ordinary and sail among the clouds at sunrise aboard a hot air balloon for an extraordinary experience.

While you’re visiting Southern California, take a short drive and enjoy the natural beauty of Temecula, best known for its award-winning wineries and restaurants, as well as the extremely exciting sport of hot air ballooning. Temecula is located just 20 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, reachable by taking the 91 Freeway in north Orange County east to Interstate 15 south. As you approach Temecula, you’ll see spectacular natural splendor and hills dotted with magnificent vineyards. And if you happen to arrive early in the morning, look upward for a stunning sight of colorful hot air balloons filling the sky.

A number of different companies offer hot air balloon rides. You might want to go online in advance and check out californiadreamin.com (800.373.3359), californiaballooning.com (951.927.2593), and sunballoon.com (858.692.2038), to name a few. They and others each have unique features and different price ranges to offer guests.

Spend a birthday sipping champagne above Temecula’s 3000 acres of picturesque vineyards and wineries. Or spend an anniversary ballooning over the expansive Temecula valley floor, taking it all in. Of course, you don’t even need a special occasion. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it?! Go ahead, give in to it!
Once you’re floating up in the air, a sense of relaxation overcomes you. There’s simply nothing better than a hot air balloon ride to capture that perfect moment. High in the sky, the sun shines brighter and the air is clearer. But before you leave the ground, watch as your aerostat (a fancy name for a balloon) billows up from a canvas bag into a vibrantly colorful, teardrop-shaped life form, with the help of cold air fans and millions of BTUs of heat. It’s an exciting sight to behold.
On your ride, you’ll float leisurely over rolling hills and impeccably planted rows of lush vineyards as well as magnificent country estates and ranches. You might even skim through the top branches of a citrus tree – and harvest a fruit in the process – all in the course of an hour – covering anywhere from three to seven miles. You’ll fly high enough to afford a commanding view of the sprawling and spreading South Coast Winery and Resort, Ponte Estate Winery, Stuart Cellars, Long Shadow Winery, and Mount Palomar Winery, to name a few.

Even though many fine companies offer hot air balloon rides, California Dreamin’ offers something special. Following the Temecula wine country balloon ride is a delectable breakfast at La Vindemia, hosted by California Dreamin’. You’ll enjoy a gourmet pastry breakfast, featuring specialty fruits, bagels, muffins, cheese and juice, tea or coffee, in a private rose garden.

For rates and other information, visit californiadreamin.com or call 800.373.3359.

Make your Southern California vacation complete by taking a hot air balloon ride and have a flight experience you’ll remember for the rest of your life. When you’re finished, partake in the rich history of Temecula’s Old Town. Step back in time as you wander the streets of Old Town Temecula and view its rustic buildings, sidewalks and storefronts reminiscent of the historic old west. Mild temperatures and sunny skies are perfect for enjoying Temecula’s outdoors. Golfing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and hot air ballooning are just some of the activities available in and around Temecula. For more information about this charming spot, visit cityoftemecula.org.