World's Largest Helium Balloon Celebrates Official Launch on Las Vegas Strip

Oct. 7, 2009

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 7 /PRNewswire/ --

WHAT:

Cloud Nine Entertainment will celebrate the launch of the world's largest land-tethered, helium-filled balloon with VIPs, media and dignitaries toasting the maiden voyage with champagne at 500 feet in the air. Cloud Nine is the newest attraction on the Las Vegas Strip and will open to the public immediately following the event.

WHEN:

Thursday, October 8th Media check-in: 9 a.m. Ribbon cutting and maiden launch: 10 a.m. 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. live shots are welcome.

MEDIA:

Photographs and video of the maiden voyage and interviews with the principles of Cloud Nine Entertainment will be available for media.

SATELLITE INFO:

Thursday, October 8, 2009 Start/End Times: 19:30-19:45 EDT Coordinates: Galaxy 28, Transponder 12 c-Band Analog Downlink Freq: 3940 (H) Trouble Contact: CoverEDGE, Inc., 800-822-6397

WHERE:

3951 Las Vegas Blvd. South Directly across from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

DETAILS:

Cloud Nine offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the famed Las Vegas skyline from nearly 500 feet in the air. The balloon is tethered to the ground and can quietly/safely elevate up to 30 passengers at a time. Ticket prices start at $17.50 for children and $22.50 for adults. For more information, visit www.Cloud9vegas.com. Tickets are available for purchase at the location.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091007/LA88603)

SOURCE Cloud Nine Entertainment