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	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The balloon fiesta began as a small gathering of 13 balloons in 1972, but has grown each year since, and today is the largest balloon convention in the world.
		Balloon Fiesta Park from which the balloons are launched is located on the northern edge of the city.
		In 2005, the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum was opened on the grounds, it recounts the last three decades of the convention as well as a general history of ballooning.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Albuquerque_International_Balloon_Fiesta (513 words)

	Albuquerque, New Mexico - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		New Albuquerque quickly became a tidy southwestern town which by 1900 boasted a population of 8,000 inhabitants and all the modern amenities including an electric street railway connecting Old Town, New Town, and the recently established UNM campus on the East Mesa.
		Albuquerque is geographically divided into four quadrants which are officially part of the mailing address.
		The City of Albuquerque engulfs the village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and borders Corrales in the northwest valley.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Albuquerque,_New_Mexico (4514 words)

	Hot Air Heaven, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the 2004 International Balloon Fiesta was the 32nd year of one of the most photographed events in the world.
		Albuquerque is well known for "the Box" - wind conditions that allow balloonists to fly at different altitudes and stay within reasonable distance of, or even land back at, their take-off site.
		Balloons are very large and balloonists setting up can block off a lot of ground with their equipment and vehicles.
	www.vividlight.com /articles/3914.htm (1480 words)

	Tips for Enjoying The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a magnificently produced spectacle that is incredibly exciting and beautiful.
		The balloons are laid out on the field prior to being inflated and it’s easy to tear a balloon on the ground.
		There are vehicles on both the launch field and on the midway; chase crews must leave when their balloon is launched, and service vehicles as well as emergency vehicles must have room to operate.
	www.theeasytraveler.com /newmex/nm_bf.htm (745 words)

	Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The 26th annual Kodak Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is the fall convention for ballooning.
		Joining the hot air balloons were 17 gas balloons entered for the Third America's Gas Challenge Race.
		After the event each pilot, primary and secondary, was sent an official Fiesta pin, seems not everyone had one in their pilot pack, and a letter of thanks personally signed by Mark Sullivan, President, and Pat Brake, Balloonmeisteren.
	www.balloonlife.com /publications/balloon_life/9711/aibf97.htm (668 words)

	Special Report: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2002
		The balloon is released into the sky with its strobe light flashing below the basket, the pilots wave to the cheering mob, and a gentle stream of sand falls to the ground, barely visible in the darkness.
		The balloons now are starting to deflate; they fall gracefully and silently to the ground as the hot air is released from a vent at the top.
		On five of the Fiesta's nine days, all of the attending balloons are invited to fill the launch-field grid and fly away, an event billed as a Mass Ascension, which makes it sound vaguely like a religious experience.
	www.avweb.com /news/special_events/183292-1.html (2607 words)

	Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		To launch a hot-air balloon, the pilot first makes sure the basket is tied securely to the ground, so it doesn't suddenly fly off.
		Then the fabric of the balloon, or the envelope, is spread on the ground.
		The balloon then rises as it is inflated with the hot air until it is upright.
	www.americaslibrary.gov /cgi-bin/page.cgi/es/nm/balloon_1 (191 words)

	Globalization @ Globalists.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The International Monetary Fund defines globalization as “the growing economic interdependence of countries worldwide through increasing volume and variety of cross-border transactions in goods and services, free international capital flows, and more rapid and widespread diffusion of technology”.
		Critics of international investment contend that by accepting these financial schemes a country loses its economic sovereignty and may be forced to set policies that are contrary to its citizen's interests or desires.
		Also, many note that such features, including the increase in international trade and the greater role of multinational corporations, are not as deeply established as they may appear.
	www.globalists.com (5823 words)

	34th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Welcome to the 34th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, where this year there's as much excitement on the ground as there is in the sky— thanks to a new attraction.
		Richard Abruzzo, a world-renowned champion balloonist and son of the late ballooning legend Ben Abruzzo, for whom the museum was partially named, said he was nothing short of impressed with the two-story, 60,000 square-foot museum.
		Balloon fiesta event organizers had been watching the weather closely after a couple of days of rain earlier in the week, Leyendecker said.
	www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/1495133/posts (1173 words)

	New Mexico: Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Local Legacies: Celebrating Community Roots - Library of ...
		From a small gathering of 13 balloons in 1972, the Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has grown to become the largest balloon event in the world.
		The "Albuquerque Box" effect enables pilots to ascend from the field, move with the winds at different altitudes, and even backtrack along their original course.
		Every year the Balloon Fiesta sponsors a new set of collectable and commemorative pins, which are traded and worn as mementos of each year's Fiesta.
	lcweb2.loc.gov /cocoon/legacies/NM/200003354.html (287 words)

	Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
		This morning you depart early for the Fiesta grounds to witness the Opening Ceremonies of the 34th annual Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
		Founded in 1972, the Fiesta began with 13 balloons and has grown to over 1,000 participants representing 27 countries and 41 states.
		Today you'll depart Santa Fe and be transferred to the Albuquerque airport where you'll jet back home with fond memories of New Mexico and the unforgettable display at the International Balloon Fiesta.
	www.paragontours.com /SEballoon.html (394 words)

	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta was one of those things that has always been way up on my life-list.
		A mixture of meteorological and geographical features creates the "Albuquerque Box." In the fall, a combination of upper and lower level winds develop in the Rio Grande Valley which are then enhanced by the presence of the Sandia Mountains.
		Pretty soon, the sky was full of balloons, floating in every direction, hovering over the mountains, floating over the city, backlit by the rising sun.
	www.goamericanwest.com /newmexico/albuquerque/abqballoons.shtml (1439 words)

	The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, New Mexico presented by Alice Richards
		From a small gathering of 13 balloons in 1972, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has grown to become hands-down the largest balloon event in the world.
		The first “fiesta” was launched from the parking lot of Coronado Center in uptown Albuquerque.
		The Balloon Fiesta is unusual among large events, with the spectators mingling right on the launch field with the pilots and chase crews.
	www.alicerichards.com /VirtualABQ/BalloonFiesta (468 words)

	Shutterbug: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		Albuquerque boasts lovely mild fall weather, with daytime temperatures hovering around 72°.
		Albuquerque is New Mexico’s largest city and is situated in a wide valley between the Sandia Mountains and the plateau country that parallels the Rio Grande.
		Balloon Fiesta Park is located in the northern part of Albuquerque, west of I-25 between Alameda and Tramway streets.
	www.shutterbug.net /refreshercourse/travel_tips/1005focus/index1.html (417 words)

	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Coins - Albuquerque Coins (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The coins are produced and available only through ALBUQUERQUE COINS, a dealer of fine collectibles for 20 years, carrying the largest inventory of AIBF coins from past years.
		We have many kinds of Balloon Coins from past years as well.
		These coins are the official coins of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®.
	www.abqcoins.com /balloon.htm (221 words)

	1999 Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Competition Results
		The 1999 Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta announced the winners of its competitive events.
		Jodi Baugh, responsible for growing the Balloon Fiesta’s sponsorship program, was honored as an honorary inductee.
		The Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is ballooning’s largest and most spectacular event attracting more than a million spectator visits each year.
	www.abqnews.com /releases/AIBF/1999/1999competition.htm (261 words)

	Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Albuquerque is one of just a few places in the world that has perfect winds for ballooning.
		Balloon rides for the mass ascent are available through Rainbow Ryders; reservations required.
		We leave the Balloon Fiesta at midday, and head out through the New Mexico countryside, through Regina and Los Alamos, ending up in Santa Fe for the night.
	www.openroadadventures.com /trips/balloon_fiesta.html (391 words)

	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Wells Fargo Bank was the primary sponsor of the event so they put up the 6 balloons from their fleet first.
		Notice the Bee balloon – SHE has a partner – HE has blue tips on the antennae and blue shoes.
		We hooked lines from the balloon to the trailer after landing and gave rides to anybody who happened to stop by the field.
	www.classicballooning.com /albuquerque2003.htm (431 words)

	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		From October 5th through October 9th of 1997, I was fortunate enough to attend the 26th Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico while visiting buddy Jay Tummelson.
		The balloons and crew were packed in pretty tight.
		It was quite ammusing to see balloons being squeezed out of position by their neighbors.
	www.bingle.org /balloon (349 words)

	The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, New Mexico presented by The ABQ Team
		By 1978 Albuquerque was playing host to the world's largest ballooning event (273 entries that year alone).
		Many of the hotels and motels offer shuttle service to the Balloon Fiesta Park and there are facilities for RVs right at the Park.
		There is parking at the Balloon Fiesta Park, but the Mass Ascensions on the weekends can draw up to 100,000 spectators.
	www.theabqteam.com /VirtualABQ/BalloonFiesta (504 words)

	2005 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		Fèdèration Aèronautique International Ballooning Commission - The world's oldest aviation organization.
		Balloon Life Magazine - While Balloon Life is known as the Magazine for Hot Air Ballooning, it has published numerous articles focused on gas ballooning over the years.
		GasBallooning.org - Produced by Harris Goodwin, long-time friend of Balloon Fiesta gas balloon race officials, this web site is dedicated to documenting the history and sport of gas ballooning.
	www.balloonfiesta.com /Gas/gasinfo.php (416 words)

	Albuquerque Coins - Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Coins (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Commemorating the year 2003 and the 32th annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®.
		The 17th annual Balloon Glow is commemorated with the "Dawn Patrol" on the reverse.
		Commemorates the "America's Challenge" Gas Balloon race in.999 fine silver with 24kt gold select on both sides.
	www.abqcoins.com /ballooncoins.htm (171 words)

	Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2001
		On the weekend of 5-7 October 2001, Elaine and I traveled to Albuquerque, New Mexico to see the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
		Thanks to the unique air circulation patterns above the Rio Grande valley, the balloons were able to float northward at upper levels and southward at lower levels, allowing them to land in the same field where they lifted off.
		Since the balloon festival took place in the early morning, we decided to explore New Mexico for the rest of the day.
	students.ou.edu /G/Christopher.M.Godfrey-1/photos/balloon (230 words)

	Economics of hot air - Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta New Mexico Business Journal - FindArticles (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The 20th annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, scheduled October 5-13, is likely to attract up to 1.5 million spectators.
		While often overlooked in the city's overall economic picture, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta sways a significant monetary impact on Albuquerque.
		The largest ballooning event in the world tallied over 1.2 million registered visits last year.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m5092/is_n9_v15/ai_11293904 (420 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta at Epinions.com
		Unlike other balloon events, you can go down on the field and get up close and personal with the ballooners.
		This is where the balloonist, not all several hundred of them but a lot of them, fill up their balloons.
		Suddenly, all the balloons fire their gas lights and their balloons glow like big Christmas lights.
	www.epinions.com /content_209348300420?linkin_id=3057321 (1152 words)

	IgoUgo: Albuquerque Tourism
		Crowds and vendors jostle for space with the balloon crews trying to find a place to lay out a colorful nylon envelope that can be as tall as a five-story building.
		Hundreds of balloons (this year they expect 1000) rise into the air more or less at the same time.
		Other “must see” events are the Balloon Glow, a much more sedate gathering at night to watch the balloons light up like giant Chinese lanterns; and, my personal favorite, the Special Shapes Rodeo, when the beer bottles, running shoes, piggy banks, dragons and castles rise into the air.
	www.igougo.com /planning/journalEntryFreeForm.asp?type=10&entryID=442 (547 words)

	AVweb: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2002
		The gas ripples the fabric as it flows inside -- the comparison to a school of sperm squiggling up into a fat, growing belly is inescapable.
		The sun leaves an orange stripe along the horizon, as the city lights sparkle in the west and the lights from the Fiesta fairway -- where vendors sell balloon calendars, roast corn, grilled bratwurst, and fried Twinkies on a stick -- are bright to the east.
		She is also a frequent contributor on aviation topics to The Robb Report.
	www.marygradyonline.com /abq2002.html (2610 words)

	AAA : Travel : AAA Sojourns - Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Imagine hundreds of colorful hot air balloons rising high in the crisp southwestern desert air against the dramatic backdrop of the rugged Sandia Mountain range.
		It’s a wondrous sight and one you and your family can experience at the opening ceremony of the 35th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
		Over the course of six days, witness thrilling events like the early morning mass ascensions, nighttime balloon glows, America’s Challenge Race, and the Flight of Nations.
	www.csaa.com /travel/travelofferdetail/0,1438,1003020209\|4187,00.html (263 words)

	SCR RV Club - Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		Sunday, after the Balloon Fiesta ends in the morning, we will carpool to Santa Fe for sight seeing and lunch plus Bandelier National Monument.
		Field entry fee (to be with the balloons) is $5/half day -- discounted $4 tickets may be order with signup.
		Balloons, balloons and more balloons, plus a $15 per dump honey wagon!
	www.scrrv.org /events/template.php?ID=47 (223 words)

	2006 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
		Because of the wonderful time our guests experience at the Balloon Fiesta, we’re often asked whether there are any balloon events near their hometowns.
		The following is a partial list of balloon events around the country.
		Balloon Fiesta has no connection with these events and doesn’t necessarily know anything about them other than they are scheduled and they include balloons.
	balloonfiesta.com /Behind_The_Scenes/activities.php (157 words)

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