And, this is the place to take that ride. Lift off for a graceful glide over the breathtaking landscape of Fairfield and Litchfield counties. With rhythmic bursts, a pilot controls the burners which heat the air, keeping the balloon smoothly afloat. While New England is pretty from the ground, imagine autumn's rainbow when taken in from a bird's eye view. Combine your ride with a picnic or brunch or turn it into a romantic intrigue for two.
Ballooning also makes an ideal gift for the adventuresome.
AdVenture Balloon, based in Plymouth, CT has hot air balloons that sail into the skies seven days a week. Up to six people can ride for up to an hour and a half, starting from a number of nearby locations. Balloons in Southbury also offers sunrise and sunset flights, one to one and a half hours, primarily on the weekends.