"I would like to thank you and your team for a remarkable evening. My wife and I had a breathtaking experience."
John Byrne, Mullingar, September 2009
"We had a wonderful time and loved every second of the flight. It was well worth the wait! We'd like to thank you for all the help you gave us with looking after baby Sarah while Jane & I were up in the balloon. Sarah tells us she had a good time and you were very nice to her ;-)"
Stephen and Jane Horgan, Kildare, August 2009
"Thanks to Tom and Mary for the amazing balloon experience on Monday night. It was simply spectacular! Incredibly peaceful, tranquil and serene. It was certainly one of my most favourite experiences. Just wonderful. Thank you so much for making it just perfect. You were great."
Michelle MacMahon, Dunleer, Co. Louth, August 2009
"EVERY SINGLE ONE enjoyed the flight yesterday soooooo much and said it was a fantastic experience. They are all still talking about it today, and I couldn’t really get to sleep as I kept thinking about it (even though it was 2am til I got home to Ennis). Thank you both so much for looking after us so well and making it such a great success. "
Inga Keane (Corporate Flight), Park Hotel, Shannon, August 2009
"I would like to thank you both sincerely for such a wonderful adventure. I had not laughed so much in a long time. The evening was brilliant, the weather fantastic and the Company was inspiring. "
Ann Corry (Corporate Flight), Shannon, August 2009
"A truly amazing experience from start to finish, great to have the “hands on approach” in helping out. Our pilot Tom was wonderful, such an enjoyable flight and definitely an unforgettable experience – thanks to everybody in your crew."
Maeve & Brian Saunders, Portlaoise, August 2009
"It was wonderful. All I had imagined - and more! Excellent 'pilot', excellent service and the surprise landing definitely added to the whole effect. "
Jane Fallon, Kilkenny, June 2009
"We really enjoyed the flight. It was worth the wait. I just didn't want it to end and wish we could have spent longer in the air! At least I can cross that one off my list. Good luck with future flights."
Anne Kavanagh, Waterford, June 2009
"We really enjoyed the flight. It was reassuring to see the professionalism that yourself and Malcolm displayed. Thanks again, we are recommending you to all our friends."
Patrick Fox, Barna, Galway, June 2009
"I found the balloon flight last Thursday a truly uplifting experience (in every sense of the word!). Sailing the sky across the tranquil countryside around Trim was both spectacular and calming. I thoroughly enjoyed being part of the teamwork involved in getting airborne and after landing. Many thanks to Pauline and Malcolm for your professionalism, delivered with charm."
Seamus Fitzsimons, Glenageary, Co. Dublin, June 2009
"It was magical, I thoroughly enjoyed it as did everyone."
Elizabeth Ivers, Killiney, Co. Dublin, June 2009
"Thanks again for a great flight, it was amazing."
Gordon Flood, Trim, Co. Meath, June 2009
"Thank you so much Malcolm and Pauline for last night's flight (4th June - Carryduff). I did not realise just how physically strong the operators have to be! I really did appreciate all the effort you put in to making it all such a memorable experience, which I hope to repeat soon. I can highly recommend your professionalism. Excellent."
Joyce Cavalleros, Portrush, Co. Down, June 2009
"Thank you and all the crew for a fabulous flight last Monday….it was both exhilarating and calming at the same time. Some feat! We’ve told all and sundry that it is/was a great experience with a wonderful crew and advise all to book a flight."
Colm and Philippa McGinty, Dublin, June 2009
"Many thanks for a very enjoyable experience, We would do it all again in a heart beat. It exceeded our expectations 1000%"
Linda and Michael Doherty, Ballina, June 2009
"Pauline and Malcolm, Thank you for a fantastic experience. It was worth waiting for and I hope that I have the chance to do it again. Thank you Pauline for the little keepsake (champagne cork 'balloon'), I really love it and am so proud to have it."
Monica Mary Kelly, May 2009
"Would just like to say thanks for a fantastic experience yesterday. We've had a few cancellations since buying our vouchers but we have to say it was definitely worth the wait! Could you pass on our special thanks to Victor and his wife who were so friendly, informative and considerate (never mind the delay in finding us - all part of the adventure!) We are absolutely thrilled with our balloon flight and hope to see you again sometime in the future. Happy flying."
Anne and David Morris, Dublin, May 2009
"Wow! what an experience, I knew nothing about it until lunch time on Saturday as it was a birthday surprise arranged by my wife and boys. It was a wonderful evening and the whole experience of setting up the balloon and getting to know the other passengers all added to the event. Thank you so much it definitely will be a birthday to remember."
John Bennett, Conna, Co. Cork, May 09
"Flight was fantastic. Organisation was top class. Great Fun. Would strongly recommend it."
John Nolan, Listowel, Co. Kerry, May 09
"Just a quick mail to thank you for a lovely evening on Saturday last where we flew ex Cashel. Robert and myself really enjoyed ourselves and want to give a special thanks to Victor and his wife for being so friendly and nice and for looking after us so well on our trip."
Yvonne Fitzsimmons, Castlemartyr, Co. Cork, May 09
"Just a quick mail to thank you all for the terrific experience, just breath taking, would be much obliged if you could pass on our thanks to Victor, our pilot, and his wife, whom both made the flight a very memorable evening, and everyone felt so at ease with Victors competent navigating, thanks to sat nav and ordnance survey maps, think the ladies had the more difficult job of manouvering the bus and trailer down those narrow roads, thank you too you all, all the best, Angela."
Angela Hales, Mallow, Co. Cork, May 09
"Thank You very much for an amazing experience and thanks to the Gods of Weather"
Barry Cullen, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, May 09
"We had a great experience and will definitely fly with you again."
Siobhan O'Callaghan, Limerick, May 09
"I thoroughly enjoyed the balloon flight. It was just magical."
Aoife Treacy, Ballygar, Co. Galway, April 09
"Thank you for a fantastic morning! We had a great time trying to help.
You were all very interesting and entertaining :) And flying in the balloon was amazing, it didn't even feel like flying it was so gentle. We knew we were in really safe hands the whole time."
James Coleman, Cork, April 09
"...Also to say what a brilliant morning for everyone. All I can say is that Jane has yet to touch down and judging by her current state it will be at least another 4 years before she does that. I believe that I can see the start of a savings jar for another bite of the cherry - I might even join her in that.
While I acknowledge that the weather was a significant factor in the success of the flight, but there is a major input from a team that is professional, caring and obviously enjoys a "job" that gives them a deal of pleasure giving pleasure. Well done to all, keep up the challenges and records Pauline and thank you for including me on the 'ground crew'."
Hal and Jane Bleakley, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, April 09
"I would just like to say that we had an unforgettable experience last Saturday evening in Rathsallagh. From the participation in the initial set-up of the balloon through to the take-off, the magical balloon journey and the exciting landing, not to mention the interesting 'wrap' party, it was truly exceptional.
After seeing first-hand the attention to proper preparation and safety, it is a lot more understandable why, because of the changeable Irish weather, that so many balloon flights need to be postponed. However in the end it was well worth the wait ! If I was to compare the balloon trip to anything else, it would be similar to the excitement felt of a first train journey, a first boat trip or a first plane ride ......... only better ! In everything else you are enclosed and looking out at the view but in a balloon you are part of the scenery and truly 'flying without wings'."
Colm McCabe, Santry, Dublin 9, April 09
"Well, the balloon ride was really good and all the waiting was worth it, as we really enjoyed the experience.....Many thanks again and keep up the good work."
Michael Sweeney, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, April 09
"Many thanks for the flight from Rathsallagh on Sat evening. We all thoroughly enjoyed the event."
Ivan Johnston, Co. Wicklow, April 09
"I enjoyed every minute of the getting ready, the flight and the packing up. The feeling of floating without sound was a beautiful experience. the colours and patterns of the landscape was full of wonder.
Thank you."
Jim Kilgarriff, Rush, Co. Dublin, April 09
"Just wanted to say a big thank you for Saturday. Michael and I both really enjoyed the Balloon ride and it was even more enjoyable than we expected. It was a great morning and lots of fun. "
Bláthnaid McCormack, Dublin,
February 09
"I really enjoyed the flight. Thanks again for a really enjoyable experience."
Barbara Donovan, February 09
"James enjoyed himself immensely."
Attracta Moore, Navan, February 09
"We booked a days shoot with Irish Balloon Flights for our feature film ‘The Fading Light’. As it was February, weather conditions were something to be mindful of and as I had never used a hot air balloon in a shoot before Pauline and her team were very informed, experienced and helpful about the requirements for achieving a good day for ballooning. I found them to be incredibly knowledgeable and efficient in their preparation. They had worked on different shoots before and understood a film company’s needs and requirements.
I would highly recommend them".
AnneMarie Naughton, Producer, Park Films, February 09
"Thank you both for a wonderful December afternoon. Mary-you drove under pressure (icy) and fair play to you, Tom - it was a great experience (have to confess I was a bit jittery for the first 10 mins) but after that it was magical. I will recommend your company-Very 'down to earth'.!!!"
Karine Brown, Navan, December 08
"First of all thanks so
much for a fantastic flight last Sunday, Ciara and I had a brilliant time with
your team.
The weather was beautiful and the trip was absolutely brilliant - such a serene
way to travel!!
It was also really nice to be so involved with setting up and indeed packing
away the balloon before and after the flight."
Barry Thornton, Castleblaney, September 2008
"Just wanted to say thanks a million- the lads really enjoyed the experience."
Katie Chapple, Kilkenny
"Many thanks again for the wonderful flight on Friday....I'll definitely be recommending it to my friends and family."
Nuala O'Sullivan, Kilkenny
"We would really recommend 'Irish Balloon Flights' and look forward to another 'trip of a lifetime' sometime in the future!"
Claire & Joseph Griffin, Kilkenny
"Myself and my friend Wendy, went on your flight yesterday evening from Trim, it was fantastic, stunning, unbelievable, the team you had were great, explaining everything, and very friendly, it was an experience of a lifetime, and would strongly recommend it to everyone I know"
Lisa Nagle, Tallaght
"The weather was beautiful and our pilot, Victor, was great - interesting, interested, very strong on safety, and just good fun."
Colette Healy, Dublin
"I was on the Balloon ride from the Hodson Bay on Sat 12th July at 6pm. From the minute I stepped into the Balloon I felt very comfortable. We had such a smooth take off and we glided over the Shannon. I think everyone on board would have to say a big Thank you to Malcolm and Pauline. The landing was great - one small bump and we were down. This was the part that I was worried about, but there was no need to worry with our capable pilot. As we passed over Athlone town the cars were like Dinky cars you want to reach down and play with them.
We had a wonderful evening and everyone was delighted and so excited with the experience. We arrived back at the Hotel to celebrate with Champagne. I am still on a high. As we drove home nobody could get a word in I was talking so much.
Thanks again to Malcolm and Pauline for making our flight so relaxed and enjoyable."
Nora O'Sullivan, Galway
"Attached are some of the MANY photos we have of the flight from Hodson Bay, as promised. I hope you like them. I would also like to "Thank you" all for making it such an enjoyable experience."
Danny Quinlan, Sligo
"I just want to say thank you for the wonderful experience of the balloon flight which we undertook on Sunday evening in Trim. It was an amazing and enjoyable experience, and well worth the wait!"
Nadine Kavanagh & Dermot Flanagan, Dublin
"My brother & I embarked on a hot air balloon flight yesterday from Mullingar. Weren't sure what to expect but the whole experience surpassed our expectations.
Thoroughly enjoyable, peaceful, safe & a unique experience. Very professionally run.
Upon landing the balloon in a field, the local community came to watch & help. When the local farmer who came down to help was asked by somebody if he minded the balloon landing on his field, he responded by saying "Jesus I haven't seen some of my neighbours in months, its great".
Indeed a charming way to spend a Sunday afternoon."
Paula Culligan, Dublin
"Exhilarating"
Robert Walshe, Broadcaster, Lite FM, Dublin
"For me it was 1000ft and 100 minutes of heaven"
Helena White, Dublin
"Thanks very much for the stunning flight. It was definitely the highlight of our visit."
Karl Minor, Plano, Texas
"One of the most unbelievable experiences of my life."
Colin Curran, Carlow
"The balloon ride was absolutely fantastic."
Fiona Kaur, Dublin
"Was truly a very memorable experience and I'd definitely recommended it to anyone."
Cormac Walshe, Cork
"Weather was perfect and the company excellent , many thanks to your team for making it a wonderful experience."
Annemarie Redmond, Dublin