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October 6, 2011 to October 9, 2011
Special 40th Anniversary Celebration!
Clear blue skies, calm winds and mild temperatures are the norm in Albuquerque. Add VIP treatment, the fun of enjoying the world’s largest hot air balloon festival with friends from all over the world, and you are guaranteed a magical weekend!
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About Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque
Up, up, and away the balloons go into the New Mexico sky each October. Few spectacles on earth rival the Mass Ascension, as upwards of a thousand balloons lift off from Balloon Fiesta Park to drift in the crisp early-morning high-desert air. It’s on many a dream list, but only a few are lucky enough to actually do it! Our memorable tour also features an evening balloon glow with fireworks, dinner and open bar, a tour of vibrant Albuquerque, and a visit to historic and picturesque Santa Fe.
Inclusive Features of our Exclusive Weekend:
- 3 Nights Accommodations at the Best Western Rio Grande, located conveniently near historic Old Town!
- Our STI Home Away from Home is the Ideal Location for Solo Travelers and within Walking Distance of almost Everything. And if that’s Not Enough, We Offer a Complimentary Shuttle to Hundreds of Attractions, Museums, Shops, Galleries and Restaurants within Just a Few Miles!
- Welcome Meet & Greet with Optional Dinner at a Popular Old Town Restaurant
- Two Days Admission to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® with Round-trip Transportation
- Tour on Day 2 Includes: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, Driving Tour of Route 66, Albuquerque Old Town Walking Tour and Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.
- Tour on Day 3 Offers a Guided Visit to Santa Fe with Plenty of Free Time to Explore Historic Sites, Museums, Art Galleries and Shop.
- Optional Excursions: Hot Air Balloon Ride - $350; Old Town Ghost Tour - $37.00 per person; Artisan Winery Tour - $42.00 per person; Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway Tour - $42.00 per person.
- Farewell Dinner and Open Bar at the Exclusive Gondola Club during Glowdeo®
- AfterGlow Fireworks Show from Comfortable, Private Seating at the Exclusive, VIP, Gondola Club.
- All Transportation including Airport Transfers, on Tour and between our Hotel and Fiesta Grounds on Day 2 and 3.
- Complimentary Wireless for STI Members; Share your Vacation Experience with All Your Friends Back Home or in Cyber Space! This Tour is a Dream Vacation, not only because of the Incredible Festival, but the Southwestern Ambience is Mystical and Magical.
- Baggage Handling at the Hotel
- Hotel Taxes
- Special Attention from Experienced, Professional Singles Travel Director*
- Company of Other Singles
Renowned Museums: Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, American International Rattlesnake Museum, New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, Turquoise Museum
Cultural Attractions: Albuquerque Aquarium, ABQ Trolley Co., Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, New Mexico Gunfighters Association, Rio Grande Botanic Garden, Rio Grande Nature Center, Rio Grande Zoo, San Felipe de Neri Parish
Art Galleries: Albuquerque Photographers Gallery, Ancient Traditions Gallery, Agape Southwest Pueblo Pottery, Andrews Pueblo Pottery & Art Gallery, Amapola Gallery, Desert Corn Gallery, Gowen Arts, Margaret Moses Gallery Ltd. aka Nizhoni Moses Ltd., Penfield Gallery of Indian Art Shiprock Trading Company, Southwest American Art Gallery & Gift Shop, Tanner Chaney Gallery, The Blackbird Gallery, Weems Galleries & Framing, Yucca Art Gallery
| Meet singles from all over, plus meet our local member: Joe P. |
*Minimum of 20 guests required. If no director, a guest will be designated as an “STI Ambassador” to coordinate the first day's activities.
Inclusive features are subject to revision at the discretion of STI. Ages listed are not meant as a restriction, but are simply used as a guideline. Singles Travel International does not guarantee the number of guests, ages or ratios
