Hot Air Balloon Questions and Answers 3

How Much does it Cost? The typical average flight costs about $200 per person per hour. I have recently found balloon companies charging about $160 per person per hour. Obviously the costs will vary depending on your requests. Flying during the week costs less than on Holidays and weekends. If  it is a private flight for two in a smaller basket it will cost more. Usually anniversaries, and birthdays with extras will be more costly. The area where you fly will dictate the costs. Example: a balloon flight over New York City can cost more than $7000. per person per hour. Be sure to ask your balloon company for the cost and check what is included and excluded. You don't want any surprises.

Can I get married in a Balloon? Yes, you may want flowers and banners, and a wedding cake. There are a lot of extras e.g. the in-flight-pastor, special invitations, a limo for the wedding party to the balloon field. Since the wedding will be held aloft will the wedding party want the limo to chase the balloon? Don't forget  dinner after the wedding, all of your plans should be discussed with the balloon company.

What about an Engagement Party? Of course a hot air balloon flight makes your engagement a most memorable occasion. Like a wedding you will have many special requests. Flowers, banners, and a special meal. Ask your balloon company if they will provide all of your special requests.

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