5 star review in order here!!…read more Many have the dream of flight, but most folks are unable or too intimated for one reason or another to make the leap. I was one of those folks for the longest time, until I did an intro flight with the coolest instructor ever at EFI! The staff here is nothing short of spectacular! After my encouraging first flight, I immediately enrolled in regular lessons. At first I thought it would be a challenge, as a business owner with a busy schedule....but their large fleet of aircraft and robust team of instructors has made it easy to accommodate even the busiest of schedules. Every instructor I've worked with has been stellar, Alex, Michelle, Justin, Josh and Brice..... you all rock, and I know the other instructors do too! If you've ever thought of flying, contact EFI and you'll be as thrilled as I am

My daughter he's been flying with EFI for several years. She's almost ready to solo, and I can…read moreattest that everyone at EFI has been amazing. From the front desk to the instructors to the team ensuring that the aircraft are ready to safely fly, every flight has been safe and above expectations. My daughter is planning to become a military or commercial pilot, and EFI gave her a wonderful foundation.

What a GREAT experience with Damon! Went above and beyond - was very patient and thorough…read moreexplaining the controls and answering all of my questions (I had MANY). He gives you choices on what you're looking for and where you want to go, and you spend a good majority of time handling the controls and not just being an active participant. Would definitely recommend going through your first experience with him, and even getting some follow-ups!

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Papa Cheetah Aviation's Daman. From start to…read morefinish, everything exceeded our expectations. I purchased a discovery flight for my husband's birthday he's deeply passionate about aviation & it turned out to be one of the best gifts I've ever given. Daman was courteous, professional & clearly very experienced, which immediately put us at ease. What made it even more special was the surprise that I got to ride along too which was an unexpected bonus that made the experience unforgettable for both of us. He taught my husband so much, walked him through the fundamentals & even let him fly the plane himself. We did adrenaline-pumping maneuvers like touch-and-go landings and a stunning pirouette-style move that felt like a ballet in the sky. It was thrilling, smooth & absolutely magical. This experience was worth every single dollar & then some. If you're considering a discovery flight, especially as a gift Papa Cheetah Aviation delivers far more than expected. We're still talking about it & will never forget it! My husband is looking forward to continuing training.

From the moment we inquired, between tons of questions, until the paramotor videos were uploaded,…read morethe interaction were all flawless. Troy the owner and the pilot was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. My two adult sons took the paramotor discovery flight (two flights total) over Temecula. From the moment they took off and landed (about 40-45 mins. per flight), I was told that there's never a dull moment. You don't have to look far if you're looking for something different over Temecula other than the usual wine tours. Discovery paramotor flight is highly recommended.

This was probably one of the coolest things I've ever done. Let me start off by saying that I am no…read moreadrenaline junkie, but when I saw this tricycle that flies, I said I have to go on! At no point did I feel unsafe during the flight. Take off and landing were smooth. It was a beautiful bright morning and got to see the whole Temecula country side, a hot air balloon, the wineries, and lake skinner! Recommend to everyone and all ages to go on!

My new pilot son is a member of a flying club in San Diego and had a rental for the day. Landed at…read moreFrench Valley for fuel and a bite to eat and couldn't take off due to a dead battery. The guys at French Valley Flyers were extraordinarily helpful in getting him a new battery early the next morning. He went back up there to fly his plane back to SD but weather was horrendous, zero visibility. He is two weeks away from his IR check ride so he couldn't take off. Next issue was that he goes to school in AZ and had to be back at school before conditions improved. FVF found a CFI to fly the plane back to SD later in the day for him. FVF saved the day and relieved a lot of stress! Can't thank French Valley Flyers enough for all of their help and professionalism! Good guys who run a great shop with a nice fleet. Highly recommend checking them out!

If you're looking for a flight school with excellent instructors, fair pricing, flexible…read morescheduling, and a genuinely supportive atmosphere, French Valley Flyers is one of the best options out there. Whether you're just starting or building advanced ratings, you'll get strong value and feel good about where you're investing your time and money.

So glad we checked this off the bucket list. We had a great experience. Despite the morning being…read morevery foggy from having warm weather the day before, the company did a great job of finding clear skies to take off from. Pilot Denni (the owner of the company with almost 40 years of pilot experience) was great and landed in the same place we took off, which is likened to a hole in one in golf. The whole experience was less than 3hrs. The ride itself lasted about an hour. We were transported to and from the launch and landing sites. They took some pictures for us and provided a balloon ride certificate at the end with discounts for local wineries and businesses. Mimosas and a bag of snacks were provided at the end. It was a great experience and would recommend to anyone willing to wake up before sunrise.

What a magically dreamy adventure! Can't believe it's taken me (a thrill seeker) so long to go on a…read morehot air balloon, but better late than never! It was actually a lot more calm and peaceful than I thought it would be! Even my friend, who's afraid of heights, did it! Sure, she was pretty scared at first and stayed close to the center of the basket, avoiding to look out and down, but she started feeling more comfortable the longer we were in the sky. We booked on their website and used the promo code "Groupon" for a discounted price of about $180 per person. The meeting point was in the parking lot of a shopping center in Temecula at 5:30am. There, they went over some rules, info about hot air ballooning and there was a photographer/videographer, Wesly Cajuste, selling packages for stills and a video. He has a drone that follows the balloon. My friends and I decided to go for it since it was our first time and it was a special occasion (friend's birthday). We were very happy with the way the video and the photos came out. Then, a couple shuttle vans took us to where they were setting up the hot air balloons, which varies depending on the wind. Before getting in the basket, we got to go in the balloon while they were inflating it. It was chilly in the morning, but it gets pretty warm being under the propane tank, so hats and layers are suggested. We were 4 groups of 4 and were assigned to a huge balloon with 4 separate compartments we were snug in. The knowledgeable and experienced pilot, Brian, was in the middle. I read that the baskets have doors but we had to climb in ours. The ride was about an hour long and we had a spectacular view of Temecula valley. I was a little nervous about the landing, but Brian is clearly a pro and did a magnificent job with a smooth landing on an open field. No mimosas in the air since there are no restrooms, but they busted out the Crooks when we got out! The website said breakfast, but they actually just give out ziplocked bags of snacks. Lol! Totally not necessary. The balloon ride was the ultimate highlight! They also give a certificate, which includes a list of wineries you can get discounts at for having done the hot air experience.

The best experience ever !! We showed up to the site bright and early the team was very organized…read more Our driver was so sweet and explained everything he was so funny with everything and calmed my nerves without knowing because I am afraid of heights but didn't express it when he asked the group he explained how safe it was and how it would feel being in the air and in the basket which he was right. Every step was explained to us . When we got there the crew set up and they took our pics it was cute because it was our anniversary and they gave us a sign to hold and made sure everyone got their picture taken . We had the privilege of being flown by the owners son. He had so much cool information the guys loved it but so did the gals. He knew all of the mountains names and lakes names and explain to us how he flies and gets into the winds currents using the fire . Told us how fast we were going and it felt so calm in the air we got to see the sunrise it was gorgeous. He got up I think 6,000 feet above sea level . He said we got up on a really good day and not every flight is the same . Also the heat from the fire and the body warmth made it feel nice in the air it felt like room temperature even though the morning was cold , take a jacket for sure . After we landed and he explained everything before we did . Went got to have mimosas and he told us the history of the first air balloon and rides while the crew wrapped up the gear. He shared some his own personal hobbies and sports and injuries . Such a cool guy and very interesting to hear and talk to . He rode us back to the winery which his family also owns . Thank you so much to your whole crew it was amazing ! The vibes were it! I will attach pictures and feel blessed to have had such a great experience so thank you

I'm giving California Dreamin' Hot Air Balloon Adventures 2 stars because the actual balloon ride…read moreitself was beautiful and offered incredible views of Temecula Wine Country. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. Our day started at 4:05 AM with a hotel pickup. We were then driven to the owner's property to sign waivers. For an additional fee, guests receive a bottle of wine and a Nothing Bundt Cake. However, the bottle of wine we were given had no label whatsoever, so we had no idea what type of wine it was, where it came from, or any information about it. Afterward, we were transported to the launch site. Once there, we waited approximately 45 minutes while the balloon was being set up. During that time, three other balloon companies arrived after us and were airborne within about 10 minutes. It was frustrating to spend so much time standing around waiting. The flight itself was amazing and the reason this review is getting 2 stars instead of 1. The landing was rough and felt unstable, as though the basket could tip over. We landed on private property where the owner appeared upset that we were there, which created an uncomfortable situation for everyone. After landing, we then waited another 30-45 minutes before being allowed out of the basket while the crew deflated and packed everything up. Once again, there was a lot of standing around and waiting. When the post-flight celebration finally began, guests were offered Costco Prosecco, apple cider, and orange juice. What stood out was that one of the crew members was serving drinks with visibly dirty hands, which was not particularly appetizing. In addition, an already-open, partially consumed bottle of orange juice was brought out and served to guests. That felt unprofessional and unsanitary. The overall celebration was very underwhelming. Considering this is Temecula Wine Country, I expected something more thoughtful and polished than Costco Prosecco and a mystery bottle of unlabeled wine. And they left it on the truck What was most disappointing were several unprofessional comments made during the experience. There were jokes and remarks involving naked women and drug-related topics that felt inappropriate, especially in a business setting where guests of all ages and backgrounds are present. It made the experience feel less professional than expected. We also landed in an area surrounded by brush and were warned about the possibility of snakes while waiting for transportation. Overall, the balloon ride itself was fantastic, but the customer experience, professionalis

Anna is the best travel agent I've ever used. She has so much knowledge about various travel…read moredestinations and resorts since she's been a travel agent for many, many years. On our recent trip to Cancun, she booked us in one of the most amazing all-inclusive resorts I've ever been to-- Secrets Akumal. The service, room, pools, beach and food was amazing! We had the best time. She also prepared us so well for traveling during Covid. She sent us all the information so we were prepared way ahead of time with what to expect. She told us where to go when we landed so we were able to avoid other transportation agencies trying to trick us. I've use her for many trips in the past such as Cabo, Hawaii, and a few other places and we've always been given the best price! We even got upgraded multiple times! Thanks Anna's Adventures Travel!

Anna took my idea of a bucket list trip to Italy and made it happen! She picked the hotels, booked…read moretransportation, trains, gave great suggestions on tours and travel tips. Our trip was amazing and was so smooth, especially since she booked all the trains going from city to city. We had the best trip ever and I would use her again!

I can't believe I haven't yelp'd JDS yet! JDS is the best acting studio that I have ever had the…read moreprivilege to take classes at. I have been investing in the adult class for a couple of months and it really has paid off. I've come out of my shell professionally and personally thanks to Diane and Scot, the owners of the studio. They are kind, caring, and push you to be your best. I have made some life-long friends there. If you're serious about acting being your career, I can vouch for their "Industry Showcase" where they explain the ins and outs of the industry for children, their parents, and adults as well as giving you the opportunity to perform in front of managers and talent agents. There are more places than I could count that are total ripoffs but if you came across JDS searching for somewhere to really get into acting, well, you were lucky enough to find the best.

It is a good setup that covers just about any aspect of learning to act, however I have to agree…read morewith the lower stars reviews that the lady is a bit overwhelming, bragging so much about all her awards, not listening, assuming and comes across pushy so that turns off some people like us... the husband seems nicer and he's the one teaching the classes...... this review may not be totally fair because we did not actually signed up our kid here... Too bad coz we would have liked it for all they offer, but after 1st impression we are hesitant, maybe later... Hopefully Ms. Diane will realize and be more welcoming, encouraging and accommodating especially to new prospective students...