Hot Air Balloon Adventure In Sonoma Valley

Whether for a day trip, a weekend, or a weeklong escape from the San Francisco Bay area or anywhere else, Sonoma Valley offers a host of fun, rewarding, and exciting activities only a distance away. While Sonoma Valley happens to be 30-minutes closer and easier to access than its famous neighbor, Napa Valley, the area […]

What Packages Does Sonoma Ballooning Offer Along With Hot Air Balloon Rides?

Sonoma Valley offers a most delightful and easy-to-access escape for millions of people compared to other California wine areas. Here you can sample the world-class wines, experience the area’s unique history and culture, dine at a variety of delightful restaurants, enjoy being pampered at a relaxing spa, hike and bike through the scenic, natural environment, […]

Looking For A Napa Hot Air Balloon Ride?

Know Before You Go! Did you know a hot air balloon Napa ride may actually be further away from your Napa Valley hotel or even San Francisco lodging than you think? While some individuals plan their Napa Valley tours and excursions in advance, many others find themselves online searching for popular attractions such as “best […]

Physical Requirements Of Hot Air Ballooning

A Sonoma Ballooning hot air balloon ride is a safe and fun activity for almost all ages, but it is an outdoor adventure and there are some individuals for whom ballooning may not be appropriate. All guests must be able to stand during the entire flight unassisted and be in good overall health. Guests must also be […]

Best Time To Visit Sonoma

When’s the best time to visit Sonoma Valley or even the best time to visit Napa Valley? For wine country balloon tours, Sonoma Ballooning flies year-round, weather permitting, so anytime is a fantastic time in our opinion! When it comes to visiting wine country, we’ve broken it down for you. While there is never a […]

The “Rodeo Landing”

Too many times we see the inaccurate term of a hot air balloon “crash landing” used by media or onlookers who simply don’t understand the true mechanics of hot air ballooning. We have also found that not a lot of hot air balloon companies take the time to explain why balloons drag upon landing or […]

A Day Full Of Delights

One of the best tours in Sonoma – a trifecta of fun awaits with a hot air balloon, Charlie’s Acres & Vegan Wine Tour! Guests who visit Sonoma agree that this area of wine country is one of the most hospitable and fun places to visit in Northern California. Whether you’re in town for a […]

Best Hotels In Sonoma

If you are looking for lodging options close to our meeting location or even the surrounding areas, including Napa Valley, here are some of the best places to stay in wine country! Sonoma Ballooning is happy to offer complimentary round trip transportation for our guests who stay at the following hotels*: An Inn To Remember171 […]

Best Places To Eat In Sonoma

Whether it’s a delicious brunch you’re looking for after a wine country balloon ride with us, or an upscale date worthy restaurant, Sonoma has it all! Enjoy a wide variety of award-winning restaurants and eateries serving anything from homestyle comfort food, to fresh, farm to table cuisine, seasonal menus and more. Extensive List Of Reccomendations […]

Shopping In Sonoma

Experience Sonoma Valley’s fantastic novelty shops and exemplary storefronts filled with fashion, flare and artisanal delights. Sonoma wine country has a plethora of boutiques, gift shops and more to choose from. Check out the list of local businesses below that can help you with anything from the perfect wine tasting outfit, to unique delicatessens, gift […]