Balloon rides are very popular in the Loire Valley, so Keith decided to give it a shot. Sadly, no one else in the party was interested in joining him. Takeoff happened at 6:15 am next to the river.
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| The sunrise over the Loire |
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| Before inflating the balloon |
The crew assembled the balloon and inflated it in about 30 minutes. Eight passengers waited to board the basket.
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| Almost ready |
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| Three other balloons launched nearby |
This video shows the takeoff.
The remaining shots were taken by Keith from the balloon.
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| Over the bridge and the Amboise castle |
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| The mist in the sun |
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| Over a field |
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| Someone's modest chateau |
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| After landing, it deflates |
Here's a group shot taken by the pilot with a selfie stick:
Keith had a great time on the flight and would love to do it again!
#bestselfiestickphotoever!
ReplyDeleteGreat fun but you wouldn't catch me up there!
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