Top 10 Sky High Thrills

July 28, 2006 — -- The summer is a wonderful time to get away from it all.

So, how about getting above it all, too? "Good Morning America" teamed up with National Geographic Adventure Magazine to bring you the Top 10 sky high thrills in the United States.

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1) Hot Air Ballooning in Sherwood, Ore., and Stowe, Vt.

Chuck Baraw, president of the luxurious Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa, www.stoweflake.com, in Stowe, Vt., has been piloting first-time flyers in his magic basket for three decades.

The charming, budget-friendly bed and breakfast next door to the Stoweflake, The Timberholm Inn, www.timberholm.com, has cozy, clean rooms for less than $80 a night.

Fly through the air with the greatest of ease in a hot air balloon on one of Vista Balloon Adventures' daybreak tours of Oregon's wine country, complete with a champagne brunch!

Vista Balloon Adventures: www.vistaballoon.com.

For information on the area, visit Yamhill Valley Visitors Association, www.yamhillvalley.org

The Black Walnut Inn is surrounded by vineyards and reminiscent of a Tuscan villa. www.blackwalnut-inn.com

The owners of the picturesque Joel Palmer House are wild about mushrooms. Sample their picks, along with fine wine, in this historic home. www.joelpalmerhouse.com

La Rambla combines Spanish and Northwest inspiration for one-of-a-kind dishes, www.laramblaonthird.com