Lift your spirits with these airy images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest An annual event for more than 50 years, the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival has grown to become the ...

The balloons in the Macy’s parade have evolved over the years, but they always feature beloved cartoon characters both old and new. This year’s parade will feature four new balloons alongside ...

Jumeirah Al Qasr unveils Balloons at the Palace - a breathtaking pop-up where your table is more than just a setting; it’s a celebration of wonder, exploration, and the joy of discovery. Whether ...

Can you name the popular cartoon cat who was the parade's first-ever character balloon? Paris C. is a full-time editor based in Michigan with 12+ years of experience writing and editing ...

The history of balloon flight dates to 1783, when two French brothers, Joseph and Etienne Montgolfier, discovered that filling a bag with hot air would cause it to rise. They demonstrated their ...

“Bluey” fans, no need to be deflated! A 51-foot-long balloon of the beloved hit kids’ TV character popped during inflation Wednesday — but has made a quick recovery ready to fly during the ...

Hot air ballooning in Cappadocia is top of many people’s bucket lists – and it’s not hard to see why! Find out more about the hot air balloon experience, then scroll down to find out the top hotels in ...