Balloon Rides Above the UK
Posted by Brody on March 21, 2009Many people travel to the Lake District for outdoor adventures. Walking and hiking tours and paths are quite popular as the region in the Northwestern part of England is famous for, lakes…as well as mountain hikes. The National Park is one of the most visited and is just one of many in the ranges throughout England. Poetry of Wordsworth and the others, known as the Lake Poets, also adds a bit of the romantic side of life as well. The lake district romantic notions span as far north as Scotland as myths and legends add mystery and adventure. And a bit off the soft side of history added to the ruggedness of the countryside. The lake district bed and breakfasts are settled into this landscape of what has been called the moody mountains of Scotland. Many of the most preferred hikes are along the Atlantic and the Isles of Skye.
And while hiking is a great way to take in the breathtaking beauty, what has become popular in recent years is the hot air balloon ride. In this way, nothing is disturbed…the wildlife has no idea that one is floating above and observing. Add to it all, that one is literally floating through the clouds and viewing the earth. And how it is reflected in the many lakes and reservoirs. It is a different and multi-faceted perspective. In all of the United Kingdom, the land above 3,000 feet is in this region alone. The highest is Scafell Pike, again a beautiful hike, and even perhaps a bit more so from the air. Many of the resorts and private companies offer balloon rides at very reasonable rates and for anyone traveling to this region for the first time this is a must have adventure.
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