Sentence:  When the dawn comes, red and gold and purple one is almost <WSD>loath</WSD> to seek the cheery, busy earth again, altho the novelty of landing in who knows what part of Europe affords still another unique pleasure. For many the greatest charm of spherical ballooning lies here. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  Averse, disinclined; reluctant, unwilling.