We present you the places in Spain and the rest of the world that are worth seeing from the air. With 80 days left to go around the world, with a few paragraphs we suggest the most interesting places in it.
If you don't want to or can't move much, here you can see balloon rides near your province.
1.- Barcelona, the beauty of a Mediterranean city:
Observing the towns full of history and the Mediterranean coasts are more than enough reasons to mark Barcelona and its surroundings as the perfect destination for flying over a balloon. See Las Ramblas, the Camp Nou, the Sagrada Familia or the Agbar Tower from above. Get to know the nearby towns full of historical wealth, such as Mura or Vic. And feel the fusion of the coastal area with the mountains flying over La Garrotxa. Do you feel like it? Then click here.
2.- Mérida, direct inheritance from the Romans:
Another way to see the capital of Extremadura, from the air. The banks of the Guadiana, the Lusitania Bridge and its reflection in the river, the "live" street map that shows us its streets full of Roman history, are some of the elements that you can see from the balloon, but above all the passage over the Roman Theater. If it is already worth visiting this city on foot, imagine adding the excitement of a balloon ride. We provide options with breakfast and souvenir DVD. Perfect for a gift!
3.- Picos de Europa, the Cantabrian Mountains in its spectacular passage through Asturias:
Impressive balloon ride to observe an unparalleled mix of colors. A bird's eye view of the Naranjo de Bulnes, mixed with the green of the Asturian landscapes, to advance a little further and discover the Covadonga Lakes from the sky or, finally, combine these colors with the intense blue of the Cantabrian waters. A balloon route in Asturas ideal to relax from the hustle and bustle of the cities and breathe in the green lung next to the Cantabrian Sea.
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4.- Doñana, natural variety in Huelva:
Walking among the clouds around Doñana is an experience that will not leave you indifferent. Added to the peace that the balloon ride conveys in itself, is the beauty of the Natural Park full of oaks, pines, olive trees, marshes and dunes. A combination of ecosystems that does not go unnoticed from above. The pink flamingos leave us a spectacular impression, the view of which from the air is, to say the least, original.
5.- Monumental Segovia:
Surely you have ever visited its Aqueduct, the Alcázar, the Cathedral,... but from below. Can you imagine having the sensation that you can touch its highest part with your hands? Flying in a balloon through the sky of Segovia will provide you with views that seem straight out of a story. In addition, you will be able to see the route of the Aqueduct clearly and get an idea that you could not get from the ground. A fun and original way to complete your tourist visit to Segovia.
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6.- Edinburgh, a story from the air:
It is highly recommended to take a balloon ride over this Scottish city. You cannot miss the panoramic view of the Castle at the bottom of the drawbridge, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and its medieval Royal Mile street, the modern structure of the Scottish Parliament and the gardens of the National Gallery of Art Modern, among others. If you are flying over the Castle area around 1 p.m. (except on Sundays) you will be able to hear the sound of the clock cannon that passes through the walls.
7.- Dubai desert, panoramic of the "red carpet":
Although it may sound strange, because you may think that a desert is a monotonous landscape, taking a hot air balloon ride over the Dubai desert will leave you speechless. Before your eyes, an endless expanse of reddish sands drawing unique dunes, you will not find two alike. If it's a little windy, you'll be able to see a fine layer of dust created by sand grains in the process of creating new dunes. This route runs through the desert that There is between Dubai and Hatta, in the area surrounding Fossil Rock.
About 40 km from the main road that goes from Dubai to Hatta, in the middle of the tide of reddish sands, you will find an incredible monolith made up of fossils that are more than 80 million years old, Fossil Rock. Dawn is the best time to start the flight and, if you want to complete this experience, sunset is spectacular.
8.- San Miguel de Allende, cultural and historical heritage of Mexico:
One of the 50 Wonders of Guanajuato awaits you. Fly over its toy museum, and see the best panoramic view of the craft market, which extends up to six blocks. You will not be flying over just any place, but over the best city in terms of Tourism, as contemplated by the Readers' Choice Awards.
We are talking about a territory that was founded in 1542 and that awaits you with numerous options in the air. To see them, here.
9.- Tuscany, dream flight in Italy:
Fly in a balloon and do it over one of the most beautiful places in Europe? It seems that Tuscany has teamed up with the globe to offer you a feeling of absolute peace. All you will see are endless stretches of green land, the vineyards, the hills, valleys and mountains of Chianti (a land area of 70,000 hectares) and the red roofs that characterize the towns of Tuscany. This balloon ride point in Italy is very recommended for couples, since the romanticism of the surroundings and the possibility of toasting with cava during the tour, create a perfect situation to share with the person you love most. Would you like it?
10.- Massai Mara, air safari in Kenya:
The best way to tour this Nature Reserve in Kenya without interfering in the daily lives of the animals that live there. Located west of the Rift Valley, the Massai Mara is home to plains similar to those of the Serengeti in Tanzania, crossed by the Mara River on its way to Lake Victoria. We could say that it is a safari in a balloon, since from the basket you will be able to see all kinds of animals in their natural habitat: lions devouring their prey, There is between Dubai and Hatta, in the area surrounding Fossil Rock.
About 40 km from the main road that goes from Dubai to Hatta, in the middle of the tide of reddish sands, you will find an incredible monolith made up of fossils that are more than 80 million years old, Fossil Rock. Dawn is the best time to start the flight and, if you want to complete this experience, sunset is spectacular.
8.- San Miguel de Allende, cultural and historical heritage of Mexico:
One of the 50 Wonders of Guanajuato awaits you. Fly over its toy museum, and see the best panoramic view of the craft market, which extends up to six blocks. You will not be flying over just any place, but over the best city in terms of Tourism, as contemplated by the Readers' Choice Awards.
We are talking about a territory that was founded in 1542 and that awaits you with numerous options in the air. To see them, here.
9.- Tuscany, dream flight in Italy:
Fly in a balloon and do it over one of the most beautiful places in Europe? It seems that Tuscany has teamed up with the globe to offer you a feeling of absolute peace. All you will see are endless stretches of green land, the vineyards, the hills, valleys and mountains of Chianti (a land area of 70,000 hectares) and the red roofs that characterize the towns of Tuscany. This balloon ride point in Italy is very recommended for couples, since the romanticism of the surroundings and the possibility of toasting with cava during the tour, create a perfect situation to share with the person you love most. Would you like it?
10.- Massai Mara, air safari in Kenya:
The best way to tour this Nature Reserve in Kenya without interfering in the daily lives of the animals that live there. Located west of the Rift Valley, the Massai Mara is home to plains similar to those of the Serengeti in Tanzania, crossed by the Mara River on its way to Lake Victoria. We could say that it is a safari in a balloon, since from the basket you will be able to see all kinds of animals in their natural habitat: lions devouring their prey,
