I’m Riya and I look after guest bookings at HotAirBalloonInDubai. Most days start with someone asking if the 4am pickup is real, and it is. Then they ask whether they really need a jacket in the desert, and yes they do because it’s chilly before sunrise. I get a lot of questions from guests who feel nervous about heights, and I always say the same thing: the ride is slow and smooth and nothing like a plane. I’ve been up in a balloon myself and honestly the quiet is what I remember most. If you’re planning a trip, message me your dates and I’ll help you sort it out.