Art is a fantastic pilot with several decades of experience as recreational, commercial and…read moremilitary pilot backgrounds, you feel very safe in his company. Not only is his skill set and equipment superior, his knowledge, craftsmanship, great energy makes flying with him an amazing and safe experience. I'm a returning customer of Arts for a very good reason, I've flown with pilots all over and around the world, I've done well over 2 Million miles in aircraft's. And every outing with Art is safe, calculated and educational. And it's as fun as you want to make it. Art has a flying experience for everyone, from beginner's to advance aerobatics. The Art of Flight is one of the best flying experiences you can have.

Art was terrific. We went sightseeing over the lakes, area surrounding the airport and wine…read morecountry. Can't believe how beautiful the surrounding area is. The plane is magnificent. Such a wonderful flight and experience. Highly recommend to all that are considering.

JP helped my Boyfriend, Now fiancé with my proposal. This…read morewas the best experience of my life !! He was really nice and made sure we were comfortable.... Let me start again , On Saturday 12/13/14 my boyfriend was supposed to pick me up for a fun day in Rancho Cucamonga, well supposibly the plans were changed and we ended up going to Carlsbad which the whole ride there I did not ask questions because I thought we were going to pick up some car parts for his new toy. He had dropped some hints about it the night before. When we arrived at the airport he started getting very suspicious making wierd phone calls. Well I was to busy fixing my makeup in the mirror to notice that what I thought was a parking storage was actually an airport. We get off and start walking in, I was so confused. The pilot was very friendly and introduced himself and made sure to stay quiet about my surprise ahead. My boyfriend said, well I decided to be adventurous and do something we have never done before and take a plane ride. The take off was surprisingly very smooth. We flew over Carlsbad beach at sunset for about half an hour, JP knew I was extremely nervous to fly over the water because I can't swim. He made sure to stay close to shore, basically long story short I looked down onto the beach and there was a pink sign saying marry me? I didn't think it was for me so instead I decided to read the sign that was right next to it out loud which said Merry Christmas. I turned around and my boyfriend was telling me how much he loved me, I started recording his sweet words, all to find out he was actually proposing!!!! It was the best day of my entire life !!!! The landing was great, well I had so many butterfly's that I truly didn't feel it. He helped take pictures of us and was a very sweet person. Thank you JP for helping for this to all happen. It was magical !!!

Man, I'm at loss of words to how COOL this experience was! My boyfriend surprised me with this…read morecrazy date idea and honestly, big time score. The ride was incredibly smooth (didn't even notice us taking off or landing), so for those who are a little scared, you'll find no better pilot than him. His knowledge on the vineyards and Temecula area is just as impressive as his flying skills. It's a you have to experience for yourself to understand kind of feeling. Loved every second and everyone, this is THE PERFECT gift to get anyone, adrenaline junkie or not.

We had an amazing time today on our balloon ride. Matt was a great pilot. I highly recommend doing…read morethis bucket list ride. It's very peaceful. Watching the sunrise from the air was spectacular.

My boyfriend and I came to do a hot air balloon ride for the first time for my birthday!…read more The employees really had everything down to a science and I felt confident that they were experienced and knew what they were doing. It was SO early, and it really was good I had a jacket before we got into the balloon because it was chilly, but it is warm up in the air and in the balloon! Watching the set up and tear down ended up feeling like a part of the experience. The ride itself was amazing. It was unreal and so pretty!!! Our pilot had so much fun knowledge of the area and kept everyone engaged and entertained. At the end, they provided a champagne toast and certificates which was such a nice touch. I am definitely glad we went with this company and highly recommend them to anyone else interested in checking out a hot air balloon ride!

Joshua was amazing! I proposed to my girlfriend and he made the whole experience so much easier- he…read moreeven helped me with diverting her attention long enough for me to get down on one knee :) The air ballon ride itself was also super smooth and gave us such a beautiful view. 10/10!

What a perfect day! Joshua and the team made my proposal perfect. Couldn't recommend them enough!read more

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

Bruce was an amazing pilot very informative learned a lot on this flight. Very beautiful and the…read moresunset was amazing. I would take the full tour and what an experience let me tell you.

Our pilot Wes was SO great! From the moment he picked us…read moreup, to the moment he dropped us back off, he made us feel so comfortable and safe. Finding the entrance to the airport was easy, getting into the plane and seat belted was easy, and navigating the headset was easy! There was no moment during our tour where we felt confused or nervous about what was happening or going on. The views were AMAZING! Specially since we did the sunset tour! Our pilot was so knowledgeable on the counties history, and we actually learned a lot! The takeoff, flight, and landing were incredibly smooth. I highly recommend this establishment. You won't regret it!!

Highly recommend! We've done a lot of helicopter tours around the world and Zephyr Helicopters was…read moreon the top of the list. Absolutely beautiful views and we felt so safe the entire time from start up to shut down. Their brand new helicopter is amazing! Thank you for the experience

Incredible experience from start to finish! I booked a helicopter tour with Zephyr Helicopters as a…read morebirthday gift, and it was a first time flying in a helicopter for both of us. Jacob made everything seamless, from flexible weather planning to thoughtful touches like reaching out ahead letting us know what to bring, checking in day of, and offering to take photos pre and post flight. He made us feel totally at ease with a clear, friendly safety briefing, and the views were stunning the entire flight. When a marine layer rolled in, Jacob adjusted the route so we flew above the clouds for an unreal view! Can't recommend this experience enough. 10/10!

The pilots were great folks. Stunt ride was SO FUN. I would HIGHLY recommend. Even if you are a bit…read morenervous :) I went from "hmm this might be fun" to "I can't imagine never having done this in my life". Only felt a bit of motion sickness on the way back to the runway cause flying over land is more turbulent. Didn't have any issues over the water or doing any of the stunts, flips and rolls. They are exhilarating but surprisingly smooth. Better and smoother than a rollercoaster. Truly amazing.

W O W!! Just Wow! This was def an Awesome experience, what a way to feel so Alive! The Pilots Scott…read more(aka Jake) and Josh (aka Shakespeare) were the absolute best. Thank you guys!! What a thrill of a ride flying up and down the coast of San Diego! I highly recommend to everyone to just Book now. You won't regret it!

This was my first wine tasting for my birthday . Temecula wine tours was so helpful to guide me…read morethrough everything and for every question I had they got right back to me. Lunch order ahead was great we didn't have to wait and they reserve a table for our party. It was such a good experience and my friends had fun I recommend it . bus drives were also so helpful and nice. We are planning another trip with girls

Woohoo! Had an…read moreamazing experience with Temecula wine tours. Took the tour for my 50th birthday celebration. I had Liz as my guide and Heidi as the driver. I could not have asked for a better team to spend my wine tour with. Liz was funny, out-going, and always available to take a picture for you. We went to three wineries and each one had something special to offer. The lunch we had was exquisite. The brownie pairing with wine was amazing!!! My group had the turkey wraps, roast beef sandwiches, and the Cesar salad! Food kept us going as we sipped many great wines. I had a memorable experience and I am looking forward to seeing them again.