Hot Air Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico / October 2013
The Hot Air Balloon
Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a wonderful experience for anyone who
loves balloons. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta festival is the
largest hot air balloon event in the world. The balloon glow in the morning is
a great thing. The mass ascension is something out of this world. The evening
show is amazing. All the balloons light up at once. It is a vibrant night
scene! This event surpassed all my expectations. I was enchanted by the vibrant
colors, the many shapes, the different sizes and the countless characters. All
balloonists showed their great talent and patience.
It was a great experience
being able to walk among all balloonists. I went to the Balloon Fiesta Park on
October 5th, 2013. It was a beautiful Saturday morning. I enjoyed a lot on that
day. This was my first experience at the Balloon Fiesta and I was very
delighted. There is a shuttle service to the park from various parking
locations. Getting into the park is not that expensive. I didn't forget to
bring my winter jacket, hat and scarves. I also carried my sunglasses. It is
very chilly in the early morning. It also gets chilly in the evening during the
fireworks. Overall, the temperature was great during my stay. Do not try to
fight the crowds. There are thousands of people watching the big spectacle
every year. You have to wake-up early in the morning if you don't want to miss
the morning glow and the mass ascension.
Photographers should bring their tripods
and wide angle lenses in order to capture all balloons during the mass
ascension. People from around the world gather in Albuquerque to catch the
chance to watch this unforgettable event. It is imperative that you can witness
all stages of preparation. I enjoyed the experience with all my heart. I loved
the smell of food around me; the breakfast burritos and hot chocolate were
unforgettable. I am planning on coming back to the Fiesta.
There are many exciting
things to do around Albuquerque, New Mexico. You should visit the following
places before leaving Albuquerque: the Albuquerque Aquarium; the Petroglyph
National Monument Park; the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park; the Rio Grande
Botanic Garden; the Albuquerque Baseball Stadium, and the Sandia Peak Tramway.
Do not forget to drive across Route 66. Make sure to stop at the 66 Diner and
taste the best milkshakes in the whole wide world. Some people say the
milkshakes are, without a doubt, to die for. I loved the service, the food and
the waitresses!
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