Newberg is in the northwestern corner of Oregon and is in the heart of our famous wine country. It’s a small town but is growing quickly as word of our fine wines and beyond beautiful natural beauty spreads. We have become a destination.
There couldn’t be a more thrilling way to see our beautiful countryside than taking a ride in a hot air balloon with
We see Vista’s balloons often during the summer months from April first through October. I recently saw one land in a field close to my house. I was driving home and saw a large shadow pass over my car, looked up, and there was a balloon coming in for a landing 50 yards away. That’s the last time I left my camera at home .
Your balloon adventure begins one half hour before dawn when you will have the opportunity to watch or join in the inflation process. First, huge lengths of rainbow colored nylon are unrolled. Next, industrial fans blow life into the fabric, and, finally, propane jets are ignited and the balloons rise ten stories into the morning sky.
If you live close by there isn’t a more exciting adventure you could have than taking a ride in one of Vista’s magnificent balloons. This is a gift of a lifetime for family and friends and a perfect way to mark a special occasion like a birthday or wedding. If you are thinking about coming to the area for a vacation you will be overwhelmed by the variety of activities available. Mt. Hood and year around skiing are two hours to the east and the Oregon Coast is less than two hours west. And, of course, the wine tasting.
Even if a hot air balloon ride isn’t in your immediate plans I know you will enjoy stopping by Vista’s web site to see the wonderful excursions they can plan for you. And you will see more of the balloon photos that Vista so generously provided.
You can find accommodations here in our wine country that range from luxurious to casual. A new, luxury hotel, The Allison Inn & Spa, recently opened with 85 beautiful guest rooms that feature outside terraces and views of nearby vineyards. The in-house restaurant, Jory, is getting rave reviews and the Inn will arrange chauffeured wine tours to the wineries of your choice.
My husband has always said Oregon was one of his fave states in photos:) You and Mary have reinforced this!
oh so wonderful, loved all your shots, I NEED A VACATION!
So glad you had the camera with you. The pics are great!!
What a gorgeous area you live in! I love when you show us more glimpses of your surroundings. The view from up in the balloons must be amazing!
Looks like such a beautiful place. Love to see the hot air balloons in the air, but to chicken to get into one.
Ramona
Wow…breathtaking!! I would love to make this a travel destination 😀
Gorgeous! Oregon is my favorite place to visit. The Oregon Coast rates at the top of my list. I am not brave enough to climb into a hot air balloon!
I've always wanted to visit that part of the country. How beautiful! One of these days…
Your pictures are great, Cathy. You do our state proud. I didn't realize that hot air balloning was so close by. That's on my bucket list!
what a fun thing to do, the pictures are gorgeous!
I really want to go on a hot air balloon. Don't we live in the best state!
Im moving there as soon as this house sells! I cant wait! Its a gorgeous state.
wow those hot air balloons look like so much fun
Magnificent tour! I just love our gorgeous state! There's something for everybody, and so much to see and do! Mountains, Desert, Coast, Valleys, Forests, Lakes, Rivers, Ocean … we've got it all!
The photos are gorgeous – so serene high in the air! You do live in a beautiful area, I can see why you wouldn't want to go anywhere without a camera!
Well I think you should get a thank-you check or at the very least free camping for a year for talking up our lovely state! 😀
Pretty photos!
Wine country and balloons – how fun. You live in a gorgeous area. I've never been to Oregon, but it's on my "to do" list now.
Have a great weekend.
Sam
I went to Jor the other night and it was amazing!!
Very beautiful country site. Would love to visit oneday.
Riding in a hot air balloon sounds like great fun!
Beautiful & stunning scenery!!! I would love to visit one day!! Looks awesome!
I would love to come visit! Is that an invitation? The area where you live is GORGEOUS!
I have had the pleasure of spending time in Oregon. Just stunning! Loved it! The wine country was so enjoyable. I came home with countless bottles of pinot noir.
Thanks for sharing the photos with me.
Lovely country out there.
Joyce
Great photos! It really looks like fun.
STUNNING PICTURES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a dream! You live in an idyllic land, that's for sure. My husband and I are dying to go camping in Oregon. Thanks for sharing these excursion!
You are soooooooo singing my song. We spent some time on the central California coast this summer & I LOVED IT! We have been to Brookings OR & loved it… you see a pattern here. I am trying to talk "Honey" into getting us a 34' RV I have found & summering in this area. Would love to do the hot air trip. Thank you for sharing this info.
Thanks for giving us a tour! I used to see hot air balloons flying over Regensburg. My husband and I always wanted to try it but never came around to doing it…esp. now that we live in a different city.
Looks like a wonderful place to visit!
Um, the date nut spice bread that you posted the other day makes the mouth water. Delish!
Incredible.
Absolutely incredible.
I love Oregon.
It looks beautiful! This is so educational. Your state parks look beautiful too. I remember when you stayed there during the summer…
Did you see that hot air balloon on the news today?
Supposedly got loose with a 6 yr old boy in it. Thank God he was found safe!
You are a good spokeswoman for your beautiful state!
These photos are so neat! Hot air balloon always seem magical to me. One of these days, I hope to have a closer experience. The park is gorgeous!
Just beautiful Cathy! Thanks for sharing. if I ever get to Oregon I want to come visit and cook with you! Thank you for all the wonderful recipes you share. You are such an inspiration. When are you going to write a cookbook? You really need to think about it! You just have too many good recipes not to share with the world! I haven't been bloggin too much lately, but I had to go back and look at all your recipes you've posted and am printing away!
Smiles, Nancy
Well, I did it. I finally made it to the Saturday farmer's market and you weren't there. I hope you had a great day off. We might try to hit the market on 10/31 – will you be there then?
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