UP IN THE AIR WITH BALLOON LITTLE ROCK

Balloon Little Rock is a locally-owned company that specializes in scenic hot air balloon rides.

The company is owned and operated by Donna and David Hoover of Little Rock, who met at a hot air balloon event. David has made more than 500 flights, taking riders of all ages up in the air. The rides have included a variety of occasions from anniversary celebrations to marriage proposals.

Balloon Little Rock provides aerial tours of Central Arkansas with breathtaking views from aloft flying over Pinnacle Mountain, Chenal Mountain, the Arkansas River and Lake Maumelle.

Morning or afternoon hot air balloon launches are offered daily.

The experience includes some background on the history of hot air ballooning. Champagne or fruit juice toasts and other traditions are a part of this 200-year-old adventure.

David describes ballooning as a “must do experience” that is often described as “the coolest thing I’ve ever done.”

For more information on hot air ballooning please call 501.837.6438 or visit www.balloonlr.com.

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