Happy Sunday! Despite the crazy weather, the amazing Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta continues to be our happy place. It is so unique! If you've missed our short videos from the event, you can find them here: th-cam.com/users/shortszrQnLEoMBOE . And we'll have more coming soon... there is so much to see here!
We attended the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta about 8 years ago and it was probably one of the best vacations we've ever gone on. Especially enjoyed the early morning breakfast in the outdoor tent in the VIP section. Most definitely a "Bucket List" item.
Great video, thanks for showing the beauty that is Balloon Fiesta. I live in ABQ, it's a wonderful experience out there on the field. Thanks for posting! 🤩
Just loved seeing this. We have a Balloon Festival here is Colorado Springs, CO and I wasn't able to attend it this year, so it made me fill like I got to go after all. I used to be able to get right out there too and it is the most exciting thing I've ever done. Thank you for such an exciting video. I wish I had been there with you. Safe travels.
Stacie, you look like a kid at Christmas seeing all the balloons! So fun watching your video and experiencing the balloon fiesta through your eyes! ❤️❤️❤️
Always wanted to attend a Balloon Fiesta and I almost felt like I was there in person. Great video as always, you two are so much fun! Thanks for sharing!
Once again, a Wonderful, job of sharing the outstanding entertainment of the Balloon Festival. Was happy to see this in 2015 with You and Tom. Many returned, yet many new balloons on site.
My family was able to go for the first time this year. Thursday morning was so crowded that we couldn’t get as close as you all but we felt like we were right there with the ground crew. Such a huge variety of balloons! We had a blast!
Wow! It looks like y'all had a great time. The smiles never left your faces. I wish we could have been there for that. Good quality video, too. ..Howard and Betty
Fantastic! So great to share the unexpected joy of what traveling the country can drop in your lap on any given day! Beautiful footage, happy faces and as always, an enjoyable episode presented by two enjoyable people… Thank you for sharing this!
The reason they don't fly into each other is pilot skill. Balloons can only move laterally with an air current. So if it looks like two are too close, one must fire the burners so air inside balloon heats then rises taking balloon with it. To descend, burners are NOT fired and as the air in the balloon cools it begins to drop. But it can cool too fast, causing a dangerous plunge so pilots must know when and how often to fire those burners to keep air just the right temperature so the descent is controlled. Add to that the air current might be going another way once you change altitude causing the pilot to make quick decisions as changes do not occur quickly. It has always been a bit scary when you hear a nearby balloon repeatedly and quickly start firing those burners. Generally they are trying to go higher quickly to avoid whatever dangerous situation looms. So those pilots aren't just pretty and for show 😉, they are ALWAYS vigilant 360 degrees! Special shapes are even more work!
Thanks, we bought them in 2015 for Tom’s mom, so when she passed in 2020 I got them and I wore them in remembrance of her! Tom’s folks love the Balloon Fiesta! 😊
Awesome job, guys! The Fiesta is always an awesome adventure, despite Mother Nature's interference. I am so happy you that your last minute decision to attend worked out so well. We hope to meet you there again one day. Safe travels to your next destination! ❤️❤️❤️
We were there for the first four days; too bad we missed y'all! Also had a campsite in the south lot. We had a fantastic time, and yes it is certainly a bucket list event.
I seldom bother anyone with my opinion BUT I gotta say, you’re a handsome guy with the trimmed beard. 🤠👍 Albuquerque balloon festival is magical, thanks for your program.
All y'all are making me jealous! Can't wait to start our travels in our Class B (lot's smaller than yours I tell you what!). Just a few more months until retirement and then WE ARE OFF!!! Be seeing you!
Just a note- the winds at Balloon Park at ground level tend to blow southward. So balloons are grouped and can clear the airspace by going south, enabling wave after wave to launch. BUT, at a higher altitude, the wind currents tend to shift and blow NORTH so if the pilots can find that sweetspot altitude, they can actually fly BACK to the ballon field. It is called "The Albuquerque Box" and is quite unique. The Fiesta takes advantage of "The Box" to conduct competitions. One is the Key Grab where the keys to a brand new car are put on the top of a tall pole. The object is to lift off, fly south, then use The Box air current to return to the field without landing, swoop down, fly past the pole and grab for the keys! Another competition is similar- balloon must launch and fly south, then use The Box to return to the field (not landing). then hover or glide over a target on the ground and drop a sand bag. It means big cash if you hit the bullseye!!!
Darth Vader is normally accompanied by storm troopers. Also the 2 bumblebee bears after launch will turn and face each other and “kiss” in mid air. The creamland cow is a legend at the Fiesta!
That was very cool we loved it! Do you know if every state was represented? We have balloons go up here every Memorial Day in Decatur ,Al but not that many!!
We were there! Made four of the nine morning sessions. Our picture colors just don’t pop against the clouds but it gives us an excuse to get them next time. Like we need an excuse. lol
We were there opening day last Saturday and the weather was clear and beautiful. Sunday on was not as great. I wish we could have stayed until Thursday with Darth Vader got there!
So glad ya'll got to camp on the grounds, however I am very confused because I was on the wait list. I had tried to get camping reservations on the day that camping reservations opened. After one hour and 45 minutes of trying to get through, I finally got through, but nothing was left. I was put on the cancellation wait list. When checking back, I was told that their were others still ahead of me on the wait list. If there were opening, why was I not notified? Really makes me doubt the reservation system and rules in the agreement I signed.
We never said we weren’t on the wait list, just like you we tried to book back on the second the reservation system opened. The difference here though was we were in Albuquerque already, dry camping in the cultural center, so we were real close & due to weather, with only a few days left in the event some folks decided to leave early so that’s why we got in. Thanks for watching!
Thanks. Good to know. We were in Santa Fe hoping to be notified. I am truly happy for you that you got to go. I guess we were further down the list. Happy trails and stay safe.
The balloon fiesta has out lived it's likeability. It's a pain in the ass for locals and should be moved out of Albuquerque to the west by 50 miles. No one but a very few profit from it. Pay me $10,00.00 for your privilege to inconvenience me for a week. I'm native born in Albuquerque and I hate the fiesta.
Thanks for the comment but I’m really sad to hear that because it’s such a unique experience for a lot folks & especially RVers! Hopefully they can make it a win win again for everyone! 🤷♂️
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Happy Sunday! Despite the crazy weather, the amazing Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta continues to be our happy place. It is so unique! If you've missed our short videos from the event, you can find them here: th-cam.com/users/shortszrQnLEoMBOE . And we'll have more coming soon... there is so much to see here!
Sorry the weather didn’t cooperate. Such a shame for our 50th Fiesta. But happy you got to see some balloons launch.
This was the best video coverage of the balloon festival I have ever seen ! Thanks.❤
Thanks so much for the generous comment, that means a ton & fills our ❤️!
So awesome to see it through your eyes! It’s on our bucket list for one of these years! Thanks for another great video💜
You’re welcome, very much a bucket list!
We attended the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta about 8 years ago and it was probably one of the best vacations we've ever gone on. Especially enjoyed the early morning breakfast in the outdoor tent in the VIP section. Most definitely a "Bucket List" item.
Thanks for sharing and yes, definitely a bucket list item! 😊
Great video, thanks for showing the beauty that is Balloon Fiesta. I live in ABQ, it's a wonderful experience out there on the field. Thanks for posting! 🤩
You’re welcome!
You two are adorable. I love your content. You go off to the little known places and show what is out there. Thank you.
You’re welcome, thanks David!
Just loved seeing this. We have a Balloon Festival here is Colorado Springs, CO and I wasn't able to attend it this year, so it made me fill like I got to go after all. I used to be able to get right out there too and it is the most exciting thing I've ever done. Thank you for such an exciting video. I wish I had been there with you. Safe travels.
Very special event for sure, thanks!!!
Amazing to see so many balloons in one area. 👍😊
Yes it is!
Stacie, you look like a kid at Christmas seeing all the balloons! So fun watching your video and experiencing the balloon fiesta through your eyes! ❤️❤️❤️
It makes you feel like a kid at Christmas! ❤️
Always wanted to attend a Balloon Fiesta and I almost felt like I was there in person. Great video as always, you two are so much fun! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Joyce, these type comments is what keeps us going! Share with your friends! 😊
Once again, a Wonderful, job of sharing the outstanding entertainment of the Balloon Festival. Was happy to see this in 2015 with You and Tom. Many returned, yet many new balloons on site.
Yeah mom, wish you could have been with us this time as well! Hopefully next time!!! ❤️
Wow! Lucky pair and gutsy to venture to such a popular event with No reservations!! Thanks for sharing,!🤗
Thanks Jim and yes we were truly lucky 🍀
Thank You for coming to our city and glad you had a good time. Hope to see you again!
Absolutely 💯
My family was able to go for the first time this year. Thursday morning was so crowded that we couldn’t get as close as you all but we felt like we were right there with the ground crew. Such a huge variety of balloons! We had a blast!
Awesome, glad y’all enjoyed! 😊
I loved seeing the hot air balloons! Beautiful!
Thanks 😊
Thanks for sharing. When we were still trucking we were by there when the balloons were there. Awesome sight.
Absolutely, thanks for watching Joe!
Southwest Germany waving a hand into NM....love these Balloons. 💯👍👍👍🙋♂
Cool, thanks for watching!
How fortunate!!! What a great time! We have it on our bucket list.
Thanks for the great peek into this event. I hope we can go next year.
Worth every minute, even with the crazy weather!
Wow! It looks like y'all had a great time. The smiles never left your faces. I wish we could have been there for that. Good quality video, too. ..Howard and Betty
Thanks y’all, it was a blast and we can’t wait to get back! Maybe we can put together a big group one year and all come together! 🙌🏻
Very enjoyable to watch. Something different to see in every direction. Thanks for this great video.
Thanks Norman, it’s definitely a 360° view! 😊
Balloon Fiesta is an amazing event!!!
Yes it is!
Fantastic! So great to share the unexpected joy of what traveling the country can drop in your lap on any given day! Beautiful footage, happy faces and as always, an enjoyable episode presented by two enjoyable people… Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks for the kind words. We absolutely loved every minute! Thanks for watching!!! ❤️
That is Amazing! Someday!
Hope you get there! Awesome!!!
Did 12 days at the ALB Balloon Fiesta several years ago. Definitely a bucket list.
😎
Wow…so many balloons and such great designs and colors. You wonder how they keep from floating into each other. Thanks for sharing such a fun event.
I ask myself that same question but they seem to be able to stay away from each other!
The reason they don't fly into each other is pilot skill. Balloons can only move laterally with an air current. So if it looks like two are too close, one must fire the burners so air inside balloon heats then rises taking balloon with it. To descend, burners are NOT fired and as the air in the balloon cools it begins to drop. But it can cool too fast, causing a dangerous plunge so pilots must know when and how often to fire those burners to keep air just the right temperature so the descent is controlled. Add to that the air current might be going another way once you change altitude causing the pilot to make quick decisions as changes do not occur quickly. It has always been a bit scary when you hear a nearby balloon repeatedly and quickly start firing those burners. Generally they are trying to go higher quickly to avoid whatever dangerous situation looms. So those pilots aren't just pretty and for show 😉, they are ALWAYS vigilant 360 degrees!
Special shapes are even more work!
Love the balloon earrings! So appropriate!!!!
Thanks, we bought them in 2015 for Tom’s mom, so when she passed in 2020 I got them and I wore them in remembrance of her! Tom’s folks love the Balloon Fiesta! 😊
Such a great event! We went last year and LOVED it! Well...maybe everything except the 4:30 a.m. bus ride from our RV park to the Fiesta!
Wow, that is early, that’s why we wanted to get into the fiesta park campground!
Awesome job, guys! The Fiesta is always an awesome adventure, despite Mother Nature's interference. I am so happy you that your last minute decision to attend worked out so well. We hope to meet you there again one day. Safe travels to your next destination!
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Thanks Judy, looking forward to seeing y’all soon! 😊
Smokey bear isn't doing his job too good... Thanks for your awesome video!
You’re welcome!
Thanks for taking us along
You’re welcome, thanks for watching! 😊
I do so hope to take our motorhome to this someday....Looks like good times had by all....Nice video...Travel safe, be well...
Thanks & yes, this is the perfect event to bring your motorhome too! Safe Travels!!!
I have flown in Smokey! Awesome experience.
😎
A lot of beautiful Balloons
Absolutely
Beautiful indeed.
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wonderful! first time visiting your channel, loved it. I'll be back for more.
Great video this is definitely on my bucket list👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Mike, definitely bucket list worthy!
We were there for the first four days; too bad we missed y'all! Also had a campsite in the south lot. We had a fantastic time, and yes it is certainly a bucket list event.
I seldom bother anyone with my opinion BUT I gotta say, you’re a handsome guy with the trimmed beard. 🤠👍
Albuquerque balloon festival is magical, thanks for your program.
Thanks for the kind words, I like the beard much better this way! 🙌🏻
Great coverage very informative. Been on my bucket list since 2017 but haven't managed to attend YET.
Make sure you get there, I’m sure you will love it!!!
All y'all are making me jealous! Can't wait to start our travels in our Class B (lot's smaller than yours I tell you what!). Just a few more months until retirement and then WE ARE OFF!!! Be seeing you!
Cool, look forward to meeting y’all on the road! Safe Travels & Happy Camping!
Love the balloons!
All kinds!
very cool Mar and i enjoyed seeing the little kid come out in you guys safe travels
I know, we feel like little kids out here! 😊
@@rvamericayall we were enjoying it with ya sorry about the crazy weather
It happens, no worries!
Never been Ballon fest ot on Bucket List Ty Guys Great Video
You’re welcome! 😊
Just a note- the winds at Balloon Park at ground level tend to blow southward. So balloons are grouped and can clear the airspace by going south, enabling wave after wave to launch. BUT, at a higher altitude, the wind currents tend to shift and blow NORTH so if the pilots can find that sweetspot altitude, they can actually fly BACK to the ballon field. It is called "The Albuquerque Box" and is quite unique. The Fiesta takes advantage of "The Box" to conduct competitions. One is the Key Grab where the keys to a brand new car are put on the top of a tall pole. The object is to lift off, fly south, then use The Box air current to return to the field without landing, swoop down, fly past the pole and grab for the keys! Another competition is similar- balloon must launch and fly south, then use The Box to return to the field (not landing). then hover or glide over a target on the ground and drop a sand bag. It means big cash if you hit the bullseye!!!
Really cool, thanks for sharing! Love the Balloon Fest!
GOOD info!!!!!! 👍
I've been wanting to attend this some day.
Well worth it!
I hope to go someday. It is a bucket list wish
Totally worth it!
This event is on our bucket list. We had the opportunity to go a few years ago but was unable to attend. Thank You for sharing with us.
Make sure you make it soon, it’s totally worth it!!!
Thanks for sharing that with us look like a fun time 🎈hope to run in to ya all some time but I am a part timer rv -er !
I’m sure our paths will cross one day! 😊
Awesome!
Thanks
we were there in the spring hope to get there for the festival enjoy
We did!
Good evening~ friend~ enjoyed-incredbile ! talk you later,🤙
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Looks like a blast! Will have to put it on our bucket list for sure!
Absolutely JR, it’s totally worth it! Hope to see y’all in December!!!
@@rvamericayall we plan to be there with plenty of quarters for game night!😁
Can’t wait!
@@rvamericayall ❤
Cool adventure as always 👍🇺🇸
Thanks
@@rvamericayall your welcome 🤠
WOW amazing
Thanks
I've seen a few that were at NJ, new QuickChek festival in Whitehouse NJ at Solberg airport,. So many more here though. Jayman...
Yep, approximately 650
Go ‘STROS! 👊🏼
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Hi Tom & Stacie;
Nancy & I were glad to meet up with y’all & have time to chat with ya. Hope we meet up again on the road. Safe travels to you both ❤️
We really enjoyed meeting y’all as well and thanks for all the info on the places to stay!
Darth Vader is normally accompanied by storm troopers. Also the 2 bumblebee bears after launch will turn and face each other and “kiss” in mid air. The creamland cow is a legend at the Fiesta!
Special moments, thanks for sharing! 🙌🏻
Welcome to NM!
Thanks, we love it!
That was very cool we loved it! Do you know if every state was represented? We have balloons go up here every Memorial Day in Decatur ,Al but not that many!!
Not sure RC but I bet most states did have one! Many different nations as well!
I'm going to Albuquerque in October 2024.
Awesome 🤩
You guys are having way to much fun. How many "balloon cards" did you collect? Did you go for a ride?
Not sure but probably 10-15 different balloon cards. We were getting them for Stacie’s nieces.
We were there! Made four of the nine morning sessions. Our picture colors just don’t pop against the clouds but it gives us an excuse to get them next time. Like we need an excuse. lol
😂 we were saying the same thing.
Great Video! How much was it to park your RV?
At Ballon Fiesta, it was dry camping with no tickets included for $40 per day!
@@rvamericayall Very nice, thank you for your quick reply. Just found you with this video, and subscribed. Thanks again!
very cool M
Thanks Allan!
We were there opening day last Saturday and the weather was clear and beautiful. Sunday on was not as great. I wish we could have stayed until Thursday with Darth Vader got there!
It was really cool, at least y’all got a clear day! 😊
Really enjoyed watching. Was this on the first day of the fiesta?
No it was the second week.
Lived in New Mexico for 5 years and never made it to the balloon festival.. missed out..
Wow, that’s too bad! 😞
So glad ya'll got to camp on the grounds, however I am very confused because I was on the wait list. I had tried to get camping reservations on the day that camping reservations opened. After one hour and 45 minutes of trying to get through, I finally got through, but nothing was left. I was put on the cancellation wait list. When checking back, I was told that their were others still ahead of me on the wait list. If there were opening, why was I not notified? Really makes me doubt the reservation system and rules in the agreement I signed.
We never said we weren’t on the wait list, just like you we tried to book back on the second the reservation system opened. The difference here though was we were in Albuquerque already, dry camping in the cultural center, so we were real close & due to weather, with only a few days left in the event some folks decided to leave early so that’s why we got in. Thanks for watching!
Thanks. Good to know. We were in Santa Fe hoping to be notified. I am truly happy for you that you got to go. I guess we were further down the list. Happy trails and stay safe.
That's Albuquerque.....if you don't like the weather where you are standing......just cross the street.
😂
Did you go on Route 66?
Not this time!
I'm going to guess that Tom is Sagittarius and Staice is a Pisces.
Nope! 😃
@@rvamericayall What are your actual signs?
@austinstitzel we are both Taurus! 😊
Where was the camper from what state was a camper from
Don’t understand the question
I was saying what was the name of the camper balloon it was up in the air at the festival
The people in the stripe shirts are called zebras
Yes they are & they do an awesome job! 😊
The balloon fiesta has out lived it's likeability. It's a pain in the ass for locals and should be moved out of Albuquerque to the west by 50 miles.
No one but a very few profit from it. Pay me $10,00.00 for your privilege to inconvenience me for a week.
I'm native born in Albuquerque and I hate the fiesta.
Thanks for the comment but I’m really sad to hear that because it’s such a unique experience for a lot folks & especially RVers! Hopefully they can make it a win win again for everyone! 🤷♂️
Awesome!
Yes it was!