Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, Clark Field, Pampanga

I thought the planned trip to Clark, Pampanga will no longer materialize until I got a confirmation that it will push through on a Sunday, the last day of the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. At exactly 4:00 am, we were headed to our destination wishing to be there a little early than the scheduled start of the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. Luckily enough, we arrived just in time. Thanks to J for the DOT VIP pass that she was able to get from her friend. :)


With a DOT pass, we were able to free ourselves from shelling out P350 bucks for the photographer's entrance fee, and we had a chance to get a very close view of the humongous balloons as well as the preparation needed -- from laying the giant material on the vast field, to inflating it with hot air; to the preparation of taking off from the ground; to flying slowly to the high grey skies.

Notice how the huge cloth on the field metamorphose into a full-blown balloon. Several people are required to assist in the preparation.








Just merely looking at those colorful creations transform into an enthralling pieces work of art breathe lightness of feeling in me. Such a simple yet wonderful experience!