The Experience — Devon

Dreaming of a proposal flight experience for your engagement? At Fly Away Ballooning, we take you to the skies to create the most exhilarating proposal for you and your loved one. Over the years, we’ve witnessed countless couples sharing this incredible moment in the basket, as we float through the clouds above the verdant West Country hills, and we’re honoured to be a part of each beautiful love story.  In particular, our hot air balloon rides in Bath are some of the most popular for couples, and each moment we’ve captured on this route has been a beautiful reminder of...

  Those looking for a hot air experience in the UK are often spoilt for choice. With so many companies offering balloon rides, it can be challenging to choose which one to live out your dream of soaring across the skies. For us, local hot air balloon rides provide so much more than larger companies like Virgin hot air balloon rides. Why? Because smaller businesses have to go above and beyond (no pun intended!) to compete with larger companies. And that’s where you benefit. Sure, Virgin hot air balloon rides offer an unforgettable experience, but it’s the care, passion, and...

At Fly Away Ballooning, we’ve been lucky enough to witness many romantic hot air balloon proposals, as more and more couples choose to pop the question up high, gliding along the skylines of the southwest UK. There’s something timeless about a proposal that blends romance, surprise, and a sense of adventure, just like the very act of flying. We’ve kept in touch with some of the wonderful couples we’ve met over the years, and in this proposal series, we have the privilege of sharing their stories with you.  Proposing in a Hot Air Balloon with Jimmy & Anna Below, our...

  There’s no way to describe the blissful moment you realise you’ve found your person, that one person that you just can’t live without. Now’s the time to turn that realisation into a meaningful gesture: by proposing to your partner. You’ll want to think about creating an experience that’s the perfect marriage of both your personalities, be that a romantic hot air balloon proposal amongst the clouds or a luxury weekend getaway in one of the UK’s best cities. As we’re no strangers to romance (we’ve been lucky enough to witness a multitude of stunning proposals in our balloons!), we’ve compiled...

  Are you feeling excited, nervous, or a bit of both about your upcoming hot air balloon ride? Don’t worry! Both feelings are normal, and you are not the only one to feel a little apprehension before the big adventure. Most of the excitement will centre around what an unforgettable experience you are about to embark on, and those butterflies in your stomach likely stem from questions about safety. So, how safe are hot air balloons? We’re answering all your ‘burning’ questions in this complete hot air balloon safety guide. How Safe Are Hot Air Balloons?   Hot air ballooning is...