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Eventually, after stopping to check the wind direction a few times, we came to a clear spot that would serve as the launching point for our hot air balloon. Frank, Gabriel and Danner set to work unfurling and inflating the balloon. It was actually a pretty fascinating process. And then, before we knew it, Melissa and I were climbing into the basket and rising into the air. The balloon ride was smooth and rather warm, and the views we got from 7, feet up were indescribable.

Instead of writing about them, I'll just show you:. Landing was not quite as easy as taking off, but eventually Frank set us down on a bit of uneven road, and the guys began wrestling with the balloon to get it packed away. While this was going on, Melissa and I were treated to a little breakfast, complete with sparkling cider it's customary to carry champagne on any hot air balloon ride, but since we were on a Navajo reservation where alcohol is prohibited, we settled for cider.

We both got Navajo Tacos, which are served on fluffy blue-corn frybread. After a few more photos in the early afternoon light, it was finally time to bid Monument Valley and Utah, for the time being farewell.

Big thanks to them, and to Frank, Gabriel and Danner, who were fantastic. As always, though, all opinions are my own. You step onto the road, and, if you don't keep your feet, there's no telling where you might get swept off to. Join the ADB Community! Sign up here to get exclusive travel tips, deals, and other inspiring goodies delivered to your inbox. Your email address will not be published. Sign up for our travel newsletter!

Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. What fabulous photos! Very good 0. Average 0. Poor 0. Terrible 0. Traveler type. Time of year. Thousands of people come to watch large colourful balloons floating above the valley in the morning sky. Outside of the season, there's another chance to enjoy breathtaking Utah's sceneries from the hot air balloon—at the Bluff Balloon Festival.

It's held annually in mid-January in the Valley of the Gods which is as picturesque as the Monument Valley. My Wishlist Sign In. Best time to travel to Utah. Best time May—December. The flights are conducted from May to December.