Rates

2008 Rate Schedule (as of Aug 1st)

Off Season Flight Special Fare

"Off Season fare" (December through May)
$245.00 per person

Experience the clear crisp air of late fall, winter and early spring in New England and save money too. A winter flight with a dusting of snow on the ground or icicles in the trees can be among the most beautiful flights we offer.
This fare is for off season adventurers and must be flown December 1st through May 31st. It is approximately an hour in duration and includes warm beverages with our post flight snacks. Your flight can be reserved with a $50.00 deposit and you must pay the balance in cash on the day of the flight. Sorry no credit or debit cards on this fare.

Discount Advance Purchase Non-refundable Boarding Passes

"Sunrise" discount fare (excludes October)
$275.00 per person

(Cash discount: mail a check as payment and deduct $10.00 per person)

This is the fare most people end up purchasing. You get a price break by purchasing at least 7 days in advance and allowing us to estimate passenger capacity needs for the coming year. You also lock in the price for a full year. Your "Boarding Passes" arrive in a presentation jacket with a letter describing the ride and a couple of our picture cards and are great for gift giving. Passes go out to you by first class mail the day we receive your order. They must be paid in full and are non-refundable. They are however, transferable and upgrade-able. Each Pass has a date of flight printed on it for one year from the date of issuance. Passes must be used by or before flight date. Passes can be accelerated or used on any date before your flight date year round on a space available basis at no additional charge, simply by calling 860-584-1300.

Sunset flight add on for our Discount Fare above:
$50.00 per person
*Note; The higher price for afternoons reflects the higher booking, re-scheduling and staffing costs associated with these flights. Balloons fly at sunrise when the winds are calm. Afternoon flights are a relatively rare but happy bonus and often must be re-booked many times before a successful flight can be made.

Non-advance Purchase, Refundable Standard Fare

"Standard fare"
$295.00 per person (Cash discount: pay cash on the day of the flight and deduct $10.00 per person)

This fare does not need to be advance ticketed and may be paid for as late as the night before the flight by credit card or the day of the flight by cash. There is no obligation to re-book and fly on another date if your flight is cancelled due to weather or other considerations but you may re-book another date right away if you like. The choice is yours. You may secure your date with a $50.00 refundable deposit or a credit card number. Standard fare is good for sunrise flights and is available for use in October on a standby space available basis. This fare can be upgraded.

Sunset flight add on for our Standard Fare above:
$50.00 per person
*Note; The higher price for afternoons reflects the higher booking, re-scheduling and staffing costs associated with these flights. Balloons fly at sunrise when the winds are calm. Afternoon flights are a relatively rare but happy bonus and often must be re-booked many times before a successful flight can be made.

New England Foliage Flight, (available in October only)

"Foliage flight"
$325.00 per person
(Cash discount: pay cash on the day of the flight and deduct $10.00 per person)

Enjoy all the spectacular color that nature has to offer here in New England. The crisp air and smell of fall leaves will greet you on this most requested flight. Seasonal snacks top off a great morning or afternoon adventure.
Sunset flight add on for our Foliage Fare above:
$50.00 per person
*Note; The higher price for afternoons reflects the higher booking, re-scheduling and staffing costs associated with these flights. Balloons fly at sunrise when the winds are calm. Afternoon flights are a relatively rare but happy bonus and often must be re-booked many times before a successful flight can be made.

High Adventure Flight

"Adventure flight"
$500.00 per person
Ok, you've reached the pinnacle of your profession. Your hard work has paid off. You deserve something really special. Perhaps you want to share an unforgettable flight with that special someone or reward key business associates. Your search for something a cut above the crowd ends here.

Have you ever dreamed of following in the footsteps of the early balloon adventurers and record setters?   This flight is truly something that not very many people have experienced, in fact quite a few balloon pilots have never experienced high altitude and long distance flights of up to two hours in duration.

Available all year round, our adventure flight will send you over a mile high (5280 feet) guaranteed and quite possibly may reach 10,000 feet msl. On a clear day you will have an unequalled view of Connecticut and surrounding states. We carry extra fuel so this flight will be longer than the one hour standard flight and will usually cover much more territory. In addition to the traditional post flight Champagne celebration there will be snacks served in flight. 2 to 4 passengers plus pilot can be accommodated. We may be able to travel to your idea of the perfect location for a balloon launch (subject to local regulations and possible travel charges). Be aware, that weather is a bit more critical on these flights and may force cancellation and re-booking.

Notes:

	All flights include a traditional toast of regular or non-alcohol Champagne and snacks as part of the ride service.
	Please understand, good flying weather days are relatively rare and space on a balloon is extremely perishable. It costs us money to fly off half empty. If you say you are flying when we make our final reconfirm phone call and you do not show up at the meeting place, there will be a "no show fee" based on revenue lost, of up to the cost of your ticket. Always bring a cell phone in case you get lost.
	Repeat flyers (flown with us before) will receive a free t-shirt. Be sure to mention it when booking
	Our large balloon is insured for up to six passengers plus pilot, but our total lifting capacity for each flight will depend upon the total weight of our passengers and outside temperature on the day of the flight. Call for price and availability on larger groups and multiple balloons. We can handle any size group 1-860-584-1300.

Exclusive Charters

ONE OR TWO PERSON PRIVATE CHARTER
BALLOON RIDE BOARDING PASS

	Private charter sunrise rate: $745.00 per flight (Cash discount: pay cash on the day of the flight and deduct $20.00)
	Private charter weekend or afternoon rate: $795.00 per flight (Cash discount: pay cash on the day of the flight and deduct $20.00)
	Our pilot will fly our "smaller" balloon on a deluxe charter flight for one or two people who wish to insure that they fly alone. Flexibility is the big advantage of the private charter. We will do our best to fly out of a location of your choice. We can often fly higher and or a bit longer than standard flights on the private charters. If you have a larger party you may book or pay for five passengers at our regular rates above and you will have in effect a private charter in our large balloon. "FLIGHTS OF FANCY " SPECIAL SHAPE PRIVATE CHARTERS You can now book a flight in a genuine "special shape" balloon. These expensive custom designed and built balloons are usually only seen at balloon rallies where they are commercially sponsored. "Goldie and Gus" the worlds largest goldfish bowl (90,000 cu. ft.) is now available for private flights of fancy. The approximately one hour flights cost $1800.00 and if you have a good launch location we may be able to come to you to fly. There is a strict weight limit of pilot and 750 pounds of passengers (morning) and 650 lbs. (afternoon) plus an insurance limit of pilot plus 5 passengers. As with all our flights, this premium balloon ride service includes a post flight Champagne celebration with snacks. It also includes a Goldie & Gus t-shirt for each passenger. Commercial Flights

COMMERCIAL CHARTER BALLOON FLIGHTS

Business advertising flights: $850.00 per flight (consult your tax advisor about deductibility)

One or two passengers or clients included

Basket advertising banner attachment included (your business supplies the banner)

30' X 20' Large envelope banner hitch points available at extra attachment cost. (We have a source available for large lightweight banners)

COMMERCIAL or SPECIAL EVENTS

	Tethered operations: By the hour (up to 150' ropes) 40 to 50 passengers per hour.
	Static displays: (inflation for ground display of your banner)
	Walk in balloon rental for parties (fan filled, good for mid-day events)

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