My son really wanted to go on a balloon ride for his 9th birthday so that's what we did. It was really great experience for all of us. The crew was amazing and the views were even better. A first class operation!! Thanks California Dreamin for making my son's birthday so rememberable!! more

I found California Dreamin by surfing the web. They were great. They picked us up at our villa at South Coast Winery. They were very concerned about safety and didn't set up launch until they were sure that they had found a suitable location. Our pilot was knowledgeable and personable and obviously very passionate about what he did. After the... more

My wife booked a flight with California Dreamin' and we weren't dissapointed. Everyone was top notch and very organized from the moment we arrived (at 5am!). Before the flight they offer a mimosa and after the flight they offer a complimentary continental breakfast. People are grouped into pairs or groups of 2-3 in pods within the basket. Watch out for... more

Last June, I met my daughter in San Diego for a wedding and I surprised her with a hot air balloon ride. California Dreamin was very professional. We had a great experience, and booked another flight later that same week. We are traveling to San Diego again this June, and I plan on taking my husband on a balloon ride. more

My wife booked a flight with California Dreamin' as an anniversary gift on our trip to Southern California. We will never forget it. Floating above the vineyards was an amazing feeling. What makes California Dreamin' special is the people: they were nice, interesting and knowledgeable about the area. They were really attentive and hospitable before and after the flight. We... more

My husband and I had a great flight with this company, and we have flown with others. The pilot was knowledgable and I felt comfortable and safe flying with him. I had not felt that with others in the past. thanks for a great experiance! more

This is my third time flying with this company and I can't wait for the fourth. The last time I went was March for my father's birthday. The banner and cake was a great treat for him. This was my father's first time and he loved it. I'm not sure how I'm going to top this one now. The breakfast... more

My wife and I took our first hot air balloon ride on 8/8 with California Dreamin' in Temecula. It was spectacular. The driver picked us up at our hotel right on time. He drove us a few miles to the meeting point, and then we all drove in the van a few more minutes to the launch site. Within 30... more

If there was a rating higher than Excellent, then this attraction would be it. What an amazing experience, from the first phone call until the final glass of champagne. We had seen California Dreamin balloons in Albuquerque, at the Balloon Fiesta. When planning a vacation to the San Diego area, I found a review on TripAdvisor, and then decided to... more