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    Arizona Soaring

    4.8 (15 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Maira B.

    Fun!!!!! Experience of a lifetime. I got my friend a glider aerobatic ride for his birthday. For almost 300$ he got about a 15 minute ride on a glider plane that did aerobatic tricks, a go pro video of the ride, and a T-shirt. The staff was super friendly, informative, and fun. The pilot had been flying for 10 years, and was only 23 Y/O ... you do the math. That made it even a bit cooler! I had called a few times prior buying the gift certificate, which can be emailed or mailed as a gift. They were always attentive, not pushy, and friendly. They offer flight courses here. Check out the website for exact prices and the best option for your budget and needs!

    My instructor Dak and I stand in front of one of ARIZONA SOARING's ASK-21 gliders after a great day in the air.
    Roberts L.

    I can't say enough good things about Arizona Soaring. I took lessons to get my Glider Pilot License in 2018 and came back in January to get back in the air while the weather was too cold in northern Illinois. I'm so glad I came back. My instructor Dak helped me "knock the rest off" my technique and we had a great time together. If you've wanted to know what it feels to soar like bird you've got to go for a ride in one of their gliders. It's amazingly quiet and the tide is extremely smooth in the morning and most days when the weather is cool. Safety is the highest priority for pilots and all passengers. The instructors and commercial pilots are professional, friendly, and extremely competent. The gliders are well maintained and comfortable. If you're a power pilot looking to get a glider add-on you won't find a better commercial operator to get the endorsement for you and if you want to pursue becoming a glider pilot without prior flying experience, this is the place to go.

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    Got to experience a super cool glider flight about a year ago that I last-minute booked the day of. The instructor I had was so accommodating and I learned a lot!

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    3 months ago

    It was awesome! Our pilot who took us up separately was terrific. I highly recommend Mike for a fun, and safe adventure. Thank you Mike!

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    Northwest Sky Sports

    Northwest Sky Sports

    3.7(9 reviews)
    37.9 mi

    This is from the minutes at the former home of NW Sky sports. I can attest to the fact that Boggs…read moreflaunts safety rules constantly. In my opinion as a pilot. Boggs is an accident waiting to happen. Port staff requested that the committee discuss a proposed concession agreement for Northwest Sky Sports, although the final decision rests with the Port's executive director. In the past, Northwest Sky Sports operated its glider rides, scenic flights and instruction from Hangar 1, now under lease by Insitu. To operate a commercial activity on Port property, a business must have a concession agreement with the Port. Since there are no other concession agreements at Ken Jernstedt Airfield, Port staff felt it was appropriate to consult with the Airport Advisory Committee. Safety was the primary concern. Michael McElwee noted the Port had received some complaints regarding pilot Gary Boggs, especially during the September 2007 Fly-In. Young noted he has access to video documenting low flyovers that were beneath the Federal Aviation Administration's regulations. Yannotti expressed concern about possible repeated safety issues regarding Boggs and objected to the concession permit. Harris noted that he has witnessed the glider approaching the airport that were flying too fast and too steep, noting it was some of the most dangerous flying he had ever seen. Boggs countered that he was not flying at low altitudes and felt he was flying safely. All sides of the issue were allowed to offer input, which McElwee will assess as he considers a concession agreement for Northwest Sky Sports. McElwee plans to make a decision prior to Blossom Festival Weekend (April 19-20), when Boggs has some scenic flights scheduled.

    Booked a glider flight a few weeks ago, at the time of my booking Gary asked for my voucher number…read moreand immediately redeemed it. A few days later when I was about 5 minutes away from the airport for my flight, Gary called and said the plane broke. He said he'd call me when it was fixed. About 2 weeks later (today) he texts me and tells me his plane is too expensive to fix and he's going out of business. He told me Groupon owes him "a bunch of money" and if I wanted a refund for the voucher he falsely redeemed, I'd have to reach out to Groupon. Still awaiting my refund. Sad thing was this was my birthday gift.

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    Airwest Helicopters - Airwest helicopter

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    4.2(5 reviews)
    32.0 mi

    Fly with the best; Fly Airwest…read more No truer words for our Havasupai adventure for our flight out of Supai Village on 8/28/23. The helicopter arrived shortly after 9 AM for its dropping off & picking up & we were on our flight shortly after 10 AM. While I was looking forward to the flight out, I totally underestimated the magical experience of this flight both due to the beauty of the canyon but also because of our pilot, Keith. I was fortunate enough to sit in the front, having a front row view as we ascended out of this breathtaking desert paradise, leaving me awestruck & speechless. Keith was so friendly & navigated us safely up to the Hilltop with expertise & ease, pointing out interests along the way. This helicopter ride was so much more than transporting us to the Hilltop. Keith made this an extension of our adventure, he was a superb guide sharing his perspective & appreciation for the beautiful land that was below us, landing us & our amazing trip on an all time high! Top-notch service! My heart continues to soar from this magical place & an experience of a lifetime, flying with AirWest. My only complaint... The flight was too short! My thanks also to Stacy for her customer support & following up with me. A+ grade for this remarkable & memorable service!

    I have used this business on commercial property mechanical lifts in the past and had spectacular…read moreservice. Will be using them again next month. Friendly, helpful, reliable.

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    5.0(29 reviews)
    41.2 mi

    I can't recommend this company enough. Debbie and Kevin made the experience absolutely…read moreunforgettable and helped my fiancé plan a surprise proposal. Kevin kept us entertained in the air with some cool stories and fun facts about hot air ballooning and Debbie was so energetic and pleasant while on the ground. The basket is small and intimate but we preferred it that way. We were worried about the landing but it couldn't have been smoother.

    One of my bucket list items was to ride in a hot air balloon, and for my recent birthday, my…read morehusband surprised me with this epic adventure! We met the team early on a Saturday morning, and I couldn't believe that we were going in a small basket. I almost jumped in the van with the 15+ group, but instead it was basically a private ride - just Kevin, his niece, his wife, and the two of us. (The other two were helpful when we landed, not to mention photos. Kevin's wife is an expert at getting the best photos. She took the rising sun shot of me that is no doubt the best photo ever taken involving me!) Kevin is a seasoned pro, and the trip showed. We went up high, where we could see the mountains by Flagstaff, the mountains by Tucson, and everything that lay in between. But then, being a smaller, more maneuverable balloon, we were able to skim along the desert hills. We soared just over the tips of the saguaro cacti, and Kevin told us all about the desert flora and fauna. We saw several jackrabbits and even a coyote. This is not the experience you get in the larger balloons, and it's absolutely magical! We eventually landed in the middle of a housing community, which brought a crowd of interested onlookers, but the chase team showed up quickly to load up the balloon while we heard the tale of the first balloonists and then drank a champagne toast to the rising sun while we listened to the Balloonist's Prayer. It was truly a special event, and it did not disappoint in any way. It is hard to live up to something you've always dreamed of doing, but somehow Kevin and his team made it all that and then some.

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    Arizona Culinary Institute

    4.0(41 reviews)
    39.3 mi

    The Institute is in an office complex. The buildings are numbered. The Culinary Institute on your…read moreright on the protruding right side of the building as you face the building. When you exit from Shea Boulevard, it will be the very first left you can make on 114th St. From there on in you will be in the office complex. Just follow the numbers to where the institute is. The complex may be new and the maps have not changed. You may get proper directions when you. Just keep this in mind. Have a safe trip. The institute is a school, and you will be served food by students prepared by students. At the end of the meal you will get a short form asking your opinion of the meal and service. The school has its own way of doing things. Please be patient with them, they are students. For example they will not seat incomplete parties. You can be less patient with established restaurants that do the same things. The service is fine the students personable. Despite our group ordering almost one of everything, the execution was timely. No one complained that any of it was bad. We were served, without choice a seared Tuna appetizer. Some in our party did not care for anything close to raw, and were unhappy. Soup followed, of which the Gazpacho, (a cold soup) was excellent. They served a Pasta dish of bucatini: with heavy cream and panchetta. It was done to perfection, with the pasta being almost aldente and the pancetta lightly browned on one side. Other selections were chicken, short ribs and salmon. Prices varied but not very much. Expect to pay $30 plus tip and drink. Some items were a little less. The meal included a dessert of German Chocolate cake, which was thick and dark, permeated by coconut and abounded with a thick frosting. Coffee is served on request. What's served is what I call "ingredients food": it's flavor come from the ingredients themselves. Little technique is required. although technique was required for the Gazpacho. Salmon or Short ribs need steady cooking, and they had no adornments. You must know how to cook them. The how is simple, because baking is the one method. This is a really good place to go. Aside from having a very good meal you help others. Life as a Guinie Pig is not so bad at the Arizona Culinary Institute. Lunch anyone?

    The student restaurant needs a more user friendly site, with reservations, upcoming menus, etc…read more Now, there is absolutely no menu or reservation information--no times of service, no location directions.

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    Pink Jeep Tours - Sedona - Experience Sedona with America's first jeep tour company, Pink Jeep Tours.

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    4.6(1.8k reviews)
    125.4 mi

    Well organized, clean and pleasant from making the reservation check-in, waiting area and the tour…read moreitself. We had "Andrew" for our guide and he was informative, courteous and pleasant to be hosted by. Took various photos for us using our mobile phones which was nice. They have various tour options which I think will fit most anyone's interest and fun level.

    We booked the Antelope Canyon and Grand Canyon Horsebend tour from Sedona. We were ready for a…read morelong day since the drive to Page was about three hours. They picked us up from our hotel, made several stops including clean bathroom breaks and couple gift shops. Overall, the tour was amazing. Although we only spent 45 minutes at a horseshoe Bend, we were able to take some awesome pictures and walk around. But definitely the highlight was Antelope Canyon. You can only go on a tour here with the Navajo guide and our guide Ray was fantastic. We spent about 1.5 hours at lower Antelope Canyon. He really made the tour fun, informative, and he took the best pictures. The photos do not do it justice. The experience was just unreal. Each term that we took we were in awe. The downside was our tour guide Brandon. Although he was very friendly, he didn't seem that knowledgeable. Maybe he was having an off day but there were a couple times that he stopped mid sentence while telling a fact and even ended a fun fact with blah blah blah to finish up his sentence. At one point, he even started chewing on a candy or something while hooked up to the microphone. This was really annoying. We still had a very great day just a couple things that didn't make it a five star experience. Did you have a lot of options for tours and their office is located centrally in the uptown area.

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