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9.12.2020

Are hot air balloons still flying in Cappadocia, Turkey despite the recently enacted curfew?

Turkish authorities have anounced a new curfew from December 1 due to inrease in COVID-19 cases. But great news that because the risk of virus transmission on hot air balloons is extremely low, hot air balloon operations are kept exempted from the curfew in Turkey. However, please note that hot air balloons will only take place on weekdays.

6.06.2020

Industry-first Features of urgupballoons.com

As an innovation leader of the hot air balloon industry in Cappadocia, we've designed the most user-friendly website that is equipped with industry-first features.

4.06.2020

History of Ballooning in Cappadocia

History of hot air ballooning in Cappadocia goes back to 1980s. The first hot air balloon was brought to Turkey by Raks (Cassette Tape Company) in 1984 for a marketing project. Raks performed many flights in the region until 1987. These flights were mostly conducted without passengers with the aim of promoting the company's newly launched Cassette Players.

30.05.2020

Uncovering a widely-held but false belief: Does less basket capacity mean a more comfortable hot-air-balloon flight?

Travellers have shown by their buying behaviour, they particularly search for smaller basket capacity assuming that it would be a more comfortable balloon flight. Thus, air balloon flights have long been advertised with an almost sole emphasis on the basket capacity as an indicator of service quality.

3.11.2020

The demand for private hot air balloon flights is on the rise in Cappadocia

Private balloon rides are today's most popular activity in Cappadocia. Because prices of balloon flights have significantly dropped as virus hits tourism, private balloon rides have become fairly affordable.

28.03.2020

How to Book the Cheapest Hot Air Balloon Flights Possible in Cappadocia

For most Cappadocia trips, hot air balloon flight is the most expensive part of the trip. Finding a cheap hot air balloon ride deal can determine whether you will embark upon a Cappadocia journey or give up from it.

27.08.2020

Flying with a hot air balloon in Cappadocia during the pandemic time

As the suspension of hot air balloon flights lifted in Cappadocia on 22nd August, tourists have again started travelling to Cappadocia to fulfil their dream of balloon flight. Balloon companies have already commenced adapting the way they fly to new normal.

25.06.2020

8 Commonly Asked Quesitons about Hot Air Balloning in Cappadocia - Updated 2020

How many balloons do fly in Cappadocia? / Do balloon operators operate every day in Cappadocia? / When is the best time of the year to go for hot air ballooning in Cappadocia? / Do balloons fly during winter in Cappadocia?

25.03.2020

The Importance of Pilots' Flying Skills on Hot Air Balloons

Pilots' manual handling skills are vital when it comes to hot air balloons. Since hot air balloons are not equipped with automation systems which are widely used on aeroplanes, pilots' manual flying proficiency becomes more important quality.

24.09.2020

When is the best time to take a balloon ride in Cappadocia in order to avoid cancellations due to bad weather?

In Cappadocia, about 150 days of a year, balloon flights are cancelled due to unsafe weather conditions. We know that it is a big misfortune that you come all the way to Cappadocia with the dream of flying with a hot air balloon but your flight gets cancelled because of bad weather.