Testimonials
Since 1979 we have flown thousands of satisfied passengers. Here are some of those memories taken from our post flight journals...
“ This was an amazing experience. I didn’t want it to end. It was beautiful weather. The whole reason I flew is because we often see hot air balloons flying and my husband would always say “I want to do that.” I was terrified, so afraid of heights. Finally I purchased him two tickets for a Christmas present. I got the courage up to do it, Two years later we flew. The anticipation was intense but, the flight was amazingly peaceful. It was so calm and beautiful. Thank you so much for the gift!”
-Heather, Lancaster, September 2019
“Amazing experience! My second flight. This was better than my last. The view was amazing, the landing was perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience, I’d recommend this experience to anyone. You’ll be glad you did it!”
-Theresa, Delaware, September 2019
“ What an amazing experience! My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute. We weren’t quite sure what to expect, but I do know this exceeded our expectations! It was calm, peaceful, beautiful, breathtaking… and something everyone should have the opportunity to experience. We only live once-make each moment count! Thank you so much!”
-Jen and Maddie September 2018
“Thank you so much for the experience of a lifetime! When dad passed in April of this year we knew things would be different, but new experiences like this with you have made the healing process easier. To go up with you made this family experience so much better. We couldn’t have asked for a better day, a better flight, or better pilots.”
-Lori and Bryan, August 2018
“So much fun! I felt like the wizard from the Wizard of Oz!! What a great Birthday!! Dream come true!”
-Frank, July 2018
" One of the best times of my life. I am a private pilot with an instrument rating, love flying, but this was a totally different experience. PS. I am 61 years old as of this writing.”
-Hank, October 2017
"Amazing pilot and even more amazing company! The ride was perfect, very smooth and calming. We truly felt in harmony with nature. Me and my brother tremendously enjoyed our time with you. Once in a lifetime experience. Thank you very much!
- Valerie and Sebastian, September 2017
"Totally went above and beyond my expectations! I loved skimming the corn and changing altitudes so quickly. Thank you so much for giving a new experience!
- Eileen, September 2016
"Thank you for the amazing experience. You don't know this but, due to family struggles, myself, my brother + father haven't spent time together in almost 20 years. As things start to thaw, we booked this trip. There is nothing better we could have done together than this. It was like we were kids again bonding over this truly amazing experience. Thank you for being a part of it!"
-Jen, September 2016
"My husband and I flew as a birthday gift. Greatest experience in the world. So peaceful...landing was unforgettable. We'd go again in a minute. The pilot talked us through the beauty of the world. I remember picking the leaves off the branches."
- Maria and Jerry, July 1989
"I flew 6 years ago. It still gives me a natural high just to talk about it. Everyone deserves to feel the total serenity of flying in a balloon. "
- Georgia, December 1990
"HOT AIR LIKE FIRE!!! I loved every minute. Great pilot with great amazing people in the basket."
-Yaffa, NY, September 2016
"A true bird’s eye view. Cornstalks from the tassel down. A Baltimore Oriole below us in a tree! Experience was beyond the imagination. Don't think about doing it, just go. The freedom and the uncanny silence, even though you know the flame is going you don't hear it. You only see the beauty below and around you. Enjoy life! This was my first time ever and I look forward to it again. Except I wish it could last forever! The one place that no worries will cross your mind."
-No name given, August 6, 2010
"I can't explain the excitement that I felt. I never knew i could feel the freedom of the universe. The Earth is just a gentle place. Thank you for the memories that will last the rest of my life!!!"
-Pedro, Marathon NY
"Thanks for happy memories of our 24th anniversary flight. What a way to celebrate 24 years together. It was truly beautiful to fly in the winter with the snow on the ground. and we could see "forever" from 4300 feet up. We lifted of from our backyard so that we could fly over our own property. That was a sight that couldn't be matched from anywhere on the ground! What a way to start the New Year!"
-Connie
" I bought my dad and step mother a ride gift certificate for their wedding gift. The other couple in the balloon also received their gift certificate from their gift certificate from their children (anniversary gift). So many of the kids had video cameras- they edited the tapes and added music-they sent my folks a copy which is priceless. They can enjoy it again and again."
-A.J. September 1989
"I wanted to fly in a balloon for a year. I was scared, but it was so important to me to do for me..."Say yes to the universe.” Everything fell into place. I was blessed. My husband Les and I ended up having the ride to ourselves…a gift for us. I have worked so hard this year to come back from some hard times…but this is affirmation of all the good to come. It was a beautiful, positive, fun, exiting, and a spiritual experience. I will never forget it!"
-Rita and Les, August 19th 2016
"Wow! I had the pleasure and a wonderful second chance to fly again. After passing through the challenges of life during this past year, this flight has rewarded me for all my efforts. It also allowed me to take energy that was destroyed. Happiness is the word! Today, I finally regained control of my life. Being so close to heaven I realized my life is still perfect...Thanks for you kindness."
-Nancy, St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Canada, August 2011
"This was my first balloon ride! Majestic!! I have had this on my bucket list since I was 12. I am now 53!! You provided us with a fantastic memory. Thank you for being fun and energetic, but also professional and great at what you do."
-Deb, September 2011
“What a wonderful experience! Such a wonderful, warm and welcoming group of people! Beautiful views; such a peaceful ride and romantic time with the love of my life!! Worth it- don’t be scared!”
-Emily+PJ, August 2019
“My advise, start doing for you. Don’t wait for someone to have fun times with. I’ve waited for years and decided to wait no longer… So I did it! I booked a flight with this amazing team, and I suggest you do the same. Kind personal and super cool. An amazing experience you will never forget. Enjoy the ride! Thanks so much.
-Tara, 2019
“Words can not articulate how amazing this ride was. The height, the scenery, and the vivid balloons. The pilot was amazing! Smooth ride, friendly, talkative. Thanks for an awesome day! Very thankful.”
-Nicole, July, 2019
“Beautiful morning flight! The best pilot, keeping us informed and relaxed all through the adventure! I was a bit scared of heights at first, but I realized it was very relaxing and I enjoyed it very much. The heat from the burners was keeping us warm enough. Thank you for this great morning, MY FIRST FLIGHT!”
-Helen, August 2018
“Couldn’t have asked for a better first time going up. The best part for me was the touch-and-go landing that happened mid flight. A surreal time.”
-Sara, New Jersey, July 2018
“This balloon ride was a gift for my 70th birthday. Well worth waiting for. The quiet, the visibility- next to god. Just my bucket list in half! Thanks”
-Linda, September 2017
"Thank you for sharing your love of ballooning with us! We drove up to Glens Falls Festival expecting to be able to just get on any balloon, but they were all full. Good things come to those who wait, and although i drove back to Connecticut very disappointed, i am so thankful now we did not get on a ride, because that led us to you today. To this beautiful evening with such very special people. Lauren and I are very thankful you helped make this happen. We will cherish our ride for a very long time. You are wonderful pilots! all the best!"
- Susan and Loren, Connecticut, October 2017
"Thank you so much for an absolutely amazing flight! We were supposed to go in Dansville (and it got cancelled) but I m so happy we did it this way instead. It was so exiting and for sure an experience that i will carry with me for the rest of my life."
-Liz, Binghamton, NY, October, 2016
"I never realized the world was like that...unforgettable!"
- Gary, September 1979
"I have now seen the two extremes of flying. I have piloted combat helicopters in Vietnam which were pure hell and now i have flown in the most serene and peaceful manner available to man - flying in a hot air balloon. Fantastic!!!"
- Dutch, Johnson City, NY 1990
"Thank you for an amazing sunrise trip! I'm so happy that the fog lifted this morning. Perfect first hot air balloon ride!"
- Jenna, NYC, September 2016
"That was wonderful! What an experience! You were a great pilot. We enjoyed your stories and your knowledge. We're now engaged and we'll never forget this for the rest of our lives."
-Eva, September 5th, 2010
"Words cannot express how much I appreciate your role in an unforgettable moment that I will cherish forever. Perfect take-off, perfect sunset, perfect views, perfect rainbow, perfect pilot, perfect company, and the perfect girl! I am so glad that the stars aligned for Eva and I to be here with you today. I always envisioned a grand moment to purpose to the perfect girl, and I'm completely satisfied that our trip is in your hot air balloon has succeeded my vision. Thank you"
-Steve, September 5th 2010
"Waking up this brisk morning, launching from the frosty field, gently lifting up, up was the best birthday present. The colors of Autumn peaking, created a feeling of illusion, magic and an infinite feeling of walking in two worlds, gently teetering on the edge. Flying high, keeping this feeling to have and hold,+ share with others. Thanks!"
-Lori, Santa Cruz California 10/10/2010
"Thank you so much for my unbelievable day! Since I was very young I was drawn to hot air balloons and have believed that they were integral with following my dreams and goals in life. I thought I would only watch others take flight do to my fear of heights, but with some coaxing and support I made the nest step with you both. The flight was so smooth and gentle I couldn't even tell if I was going up or down. We saw one hundred balloons group all around us; it was like a well rehearsed orchestra, timed perfectly, so beautiful, it took my breath away. I was freer than I had ever felt or could have imagined. We flew through the air in silence, so peaceful and calm. Thank you for letting me touch the cornstalks and pick the top of the oak tree and then down to the ground for a perfect landing. Thank you so much for making my dream come true!
-Sheryl, Milford, NY, August 2012
"A total dream -come- true. Although Marshall has given me some wonderful gifts, none could ever compare with the balloon ride. Total euphoria that has lasted the last 4 years whenever I think of it. Hey Marshall, isn’t it about time for another?? Thanks!”
-Liz and Marshall, December 1990
"The Experience of flying in a balloon was something I won’t soon forget. You noticed I'm not very vocal, but the calming affect the flight had on me will help me in many stress situations where I might otherwise get angry. I'll just think of the joy you gave me. Thanx."
-Ted, Norwich, NY, July 1994
"Thank you so much for helping make a 13th birthday so special. It is a memory that will remain with us forever. You were a fantastic pilot and made us feel so safe. Hope to fly with you again. Thanks!!!
-Linda, Knoxville, PA, July 22nd, 2012
"All I can say is "amazing" I have been skydiving twice, off shore sailed a dozens of times and sailed the oceans a year + a half of my life. You truly captured that in an hour. Thank you so much for making me and my wife so happy."
-Matt, Folcroft, PA, October, 7th 2012
"This was the best birthday surprise, I had no clue. I was worried because I am scared of heights and it didn't bother me one bit. Was amazing! Breath taking!"
-Melissa, Vestal, NY, June 23rd, 2013