Up, Up and Away - A Unique Napa Experience


When the burners are off and you are moving silently over the valley, I believe it would be impossible not to be in awe of such magnificent beauty. This is one of those experiences, like looking at the Grand Canyon or the Pyramids in Egypt, where you become aware of a power much greater than yourself. It's an emotional, almost spiritual familiarity that melts the stress and leaves you quietly, deeply content.

The one-hour ride ends far too quickly. Like all good things, it leaves you elated and knowing you must experience it again in the future.

Your morning outing continues with a delicious champagne brunch of croissants, bagels, smoked ham and turkey, fruit salad - fresh, of course, muffins and pastries. There are special Calistoga juices and water and hot beverages to top it off. Brunch is served on a patio surrounded by vineyards, roses and bright wildflowers.

At the conclusion of brunch, you are presented with a Certificate of Ascension and a replica balloon pin, mementos of a unique and unforgetable trip. Cost for the entire excursion is normally $175, but Balloons Above the Valley has an Internet special for $155. Go to http://www.balloonrides.com/ to take advantage of this rate or to find out more about Balloons Above the Valley, or call 800-464-6824.

For more information about the Napa Valley, go to http://www.napavalley.com/ or http://www.napayellowpages.com/

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