12/08/2026
🎈 Up, Up and Away! 🌍
This afternoon, our residents enjoyed an immersive Armchair Travel adventure all about hot air balloons! 🎈
The afternoon got off to a delightfully silly start when residents were invited and escorted to the activity by Phileas Fogg himself, dressed for his Around the World in 80 Days adventure, which got everyone giggling! 🎩
The room was transformed into our very own hot air balloon ready for virtual flight. We explored the fascinating history and engineering of hot air balloons, discovered some fun facts, looked at historical photographs and watched incredible footage — including the world-record balloon journey around the world and spectacular hot air balloon festivals. 🌎
Our residents also shared their own memories of seeing and flying in hot air balloons, creating some lovely conversations and reminiscence.
A wonderful afternoon of learning, memories, laughter and adventure — without ever leaving the care home! ❤️🎈