Directionally, you never know where a balloon is going to go because the wind controls it. A balloon operator can send a balloon higher or lower, but not steer it in specific directions. So before ...

Between Oct. 6 and 14, Albuquerque, N.M., will be hosting the International Balloon Fiesta, one of the largest hot-air ballooning events in the world. Hundreds of balloons will be there, taking off ...

With their colorful designs and a breathtaking view below the basket, hot air balloons have become a romantic and exciting way to explore the skies -- and more people are taking rides than ever before ...