Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Receives National Attention

The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is something the city waits for all year. Hundreds of hot air balloons fly through the air with spectacular color.  This fiesta is a tradition in Albuquerque and has been around for 41 years.  Tons of different sponsors and groups participate in the balloon fiesta making it something that everyone in New Mexico goes to.  




The 41st Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta takes place in October.


National Geographic and CNN have featured the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta as a “top travel destination.”

National Geographic lists the Balloon Fiesta in its “Best Fall Trips 2012” story that covers 10 places to travel to this autumn.

CNN’s online travel section mentions the event in its feature “7 breathtaking ballooning adventures.” 

The piece highlights Albuquerque’s fall climate, air currents and the Balloon Fiesta’s “remarkable displays” including the balloon glows and mass ascensions.

The 41st Balloon Fiesta takes place October 6 through October 14. For details on events, schedule, entertainment and photographs visit online.

Read the National Geographic report here. The CNN report is here.

For more information see BizJournals.

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