“It’s an opportunity to revel in some of the globe’s most beautiful landscapes, from an altitude of 100-150 metres, high above the fray,” said Elly Tran, the event’s ambassador. |
“It’s the kind of worthwhile splurge that I’ll be talking about long after I’m back on solid ground.” |
On average, baskets carry four to eight people, with prices starting as low as US$7.50 up to US$300. |
Visitors turn out in droves to watch as hundreds of jaunty balloons ascend en masse into the cerulean skies above Hue. |
It is one of this year’s most photographed events at the festival. |
One young suitor proposed to his fiancée while on board one of the flights over the holiday. |
“Most rides last 30-45 minutes,” said Miss Tran, with flights running 5:30 am to 8:00 am and from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm through May 5. |
Whether visitors choose a short or longer tour, said Miss Tran, their spirits are destined to soar. |
