Chicago Thrill Seeker
A Cloud 9 Living Collection
Let Them Choose Their Own Adventure!
Take the guesswork out of gift-giving and let your friend or loved one choose their own bucket list experience with this Chicago Thrill Seeker collection!
Our handpicked selection of top-rated adventures allows your recipient to select the adrenaline-filled experience of their choice and book a date convenient for them.
Whether they choose to zip through the treetops or jump from an airplane at 14,000 feet... this Chicago Thrill Seeker gift is sure to get their adrenaline pumping!
How It Works
Give.
Give the gift of adventure with a handpicked selection of our favorite thrilling experiences.
Book.
Your recipient selects their perfect dose of adrenaline and books a time convenient for them. 
Enjoy!
Go out, have fun, and create a memory to last a lifetime!
Frequently Asked Questions
No - This Thrill Seeker gift is different from our other experience vouchers because you are giving your recipient the gift of choice! We have handpicked a collection of our top-rated experiences that are sure to get the adrenaline pumping and your recipient can choose which experience they would like to do and when.
Of course if your recipient chooses to do an experience not included in the Thrill Seeker Collection, they are welcome to exchange this gift and apply the monetary value of the voucher toward any other experience on our site.
Absolutely! The value of this package can be applied towards any experience on the site. To exchange, click on the "My Vouchers" tab in your account.
No, but some experiences included do have differing guidelines for things like age, weight, and height. Please be mindful of these restrictions when choosing your adventure!
No problem! Your recipient will have the balance to use for future bookings toward any experience on the site.
Experiences Included
Tandem Skydiving
14,000' Tandem Jump for 1
Indy Car Ride Along
3 Lap Ride Alongs for 2 People
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Tandem Hang Gliding Lesson for 1
Fly a Cessna
Downtown Adventure Flight
NASCAR Ride Along
6 Lap Ride Along for 1 Person
Indy Car Ride Along
6 Lap Ride Along for 1 Person
Fly a Cessna
Northern Illinois Flight
NASCAR Ride Along
3 Lap Ride Alongs for 2 People
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course for 2
Indoor Skydiving
2 Flights for 2 People
High Speed Thrill Ride
Cruise for 2
Chicago Thrill Seeker – Experience Details
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Customer Reviews
Below are 170 reviews from experiences included in this collection:
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Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jan 02, 2020
By: Ethan A
Had a great time! This was such an amazing experience! Much more than we expected! Will do it again!
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Marissa, thanks for leaving such an awesome review and we are so happy to hear you had an amazing experience learning how to fly a Cessna! We hope you do get to try it again! Have a great rest of your week and Happy New Year! Kindly, Kelsey
Indoor Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Nov 13, 2019
By: Laura W
I had an amazing experience and thanks to superman pose in CrossFit, I had good balance and form the first time. I would definitely do again and bring family! Laura W
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Laura, thanks so much for sharing and I LOVE that the superman pose in CrossFit helped perfect your balance and form! We're so glad you had an amazing experience and hope you do bring your family next time! Best, Kelsey
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Nov 05, 2019
By: Edward R
Madeline was a great instructor. The experience was fantastic and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hey Edward, thanks for the awesome review and your high recommendations! We're so glad to hear your flight was fantastic, and a great instructor to tie it all together! Have a wonderful rest of your week! Best, Kelsey
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 23, 2019
By: ARNOLD K
Amazing experience!! Chris, the instructor, was thorough, polite, professional, personable and patient. He helped to make the experience memorable. Loved the fact that I actually did the takeoff and 97% of the flying. Will do it again.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Wow, Arnold, we LOVE the fact that you got to handle takeoff and 97% of the flying too! That is so awesome, and thank you so much for sharing this with us. I will be sure to let our flight school know that you enjoyed your flight as well as your instructor! Enjoy the rest of your October! Best, Kelsey
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 11, 2019
By: Maria W
Exceeded expectations! 2.5 hour obstacle course! Great time. Will be back very soon with the whole family!
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Maria,
That's what we love to hear! We looking forward to hosting you again, along with your family!
Cheers,
Inah
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 29, 2019
By: Claudia S
Magical moment at hang gliding Chicago! Joe, rick and lisa were amazing and very hospitable. I'm thinking of going again before it gets cold.
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 26, 2019
By: David W
Fantastic experience! The whole crew made my first time more memorable than I expected! They gave me a tour of the place, answered all my questions and kept a casual conversation with me up until the point of the jump so that I felt more comfortable the entire time! The jump itself was phenomenal, air rushing past my face and my tandem skydiving instructor doing his best to make sure I had a blast while speeding towards the ground! 10/10 would jump again, and when I do it'll be at their facility!
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 03, 2019
By: Sarah M
Loved it, the team at CSC were fantastic.
Indoor Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 21, 2019
By: Christopher L
Indoor skydiving was like nothing we’ve ever experienced before. It was so much fun! The teachers were incredibly friendly, we highly recommend.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 21, 2019
By: BRANKO B
This was definitely experience of lifetime! I have enjoyed every minute of it. To combine learning, hands on, and fun in same moment.....it was amazing. Also big thank to my instructor who made it happened!
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Branko, thanks for the awesome review! I will definitely be sure to pass along your appreciation to our flight school for you - I'm sure your instructor appreciated having such a wonderful student! We're so happy to hear this turned out to be an experience of your lifetime and we hope to see you back soon for more fun and adventures. Cheers, Kelsey
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 05, 2019
By: Victoria D
The zip lining adventure was amazing and a lot of fun. The booking through cloud 9 was confusing and took a while for the codes to be activated. The coure was about 2 to 3 hours long and used a lot of upper body strength to climb the different courses to get to each zip lining.
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 05, 2019
By: Doug P
Lovely little spot ‘hidden’ in the middle of farm country - wonderful people - amazing exhilarating experience - thank you so much for my first hang gliding adventure!!!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 16, 2019
By: Patrick O
The ride along itself was great. I had my time changed from 1pm to 2pm, which was no big deal, but as I waited in line and watched several people go before me (even those behind me in line) I didn’t get my ride until 3:30pm. I should not have had to wait that long in the heat when I was there at my scheduled time of 1:30 a half hour before my ride.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hello, Patrick! Just checking in to let you know that we are appreciative of you writing in. It was wonderful working with you on this, and we are so happy that the racing school is giving you another 6 lap Ride Along, on them! Thank you again for your understanding and for allowing us the opportunity to correct this! Cheers, Kasia
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 09, 2019
By: Orrin B
The instructor was excellent
The experience was great even though i have quite a few hours flying float planes
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jun 25, 2019
By: Louie B
I thought it would be more accommodating. Seemed like they just rushed thru. Didn't even have chance for wife take pictures next to car with driver etc. But tide was great could have been 5 laps drove 1.5 hrs . And had 3 min ride .
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Apr 02, 2019
By: Oscar R
My wife surprised me with the Fly a Cessna experience for my birthday. She scheduled everything online and all we had to do was show up. Jim was great, first he showed us how to check the weather report online to know if it was safe to fly. After we went outside to inspect the aircraft, Jim did a great job at explaining what needed to be checked before flight and what I needed to do once I was up in the air. He was very professional and friendly and he made sure to answer all of our questions. Definitely recommend this experience.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Oscar, thanks so much for taking the time to write in about your experience. Sounds like you have yourself an amazing wife with some awesome gift giving skills! We are so happy to hear you had such a great experience and that you enjoyed Jim's instruction as well as his company - I will make sure to pass along those kind words for you! We hope to see you back for more fun and memories soon! Best, Kelsey
Supercar Thrill Ride
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 23, 2018
By: Thomas O
Drove the Porche 911 GT3 handled like a dream, Tyrone my racing pro was awesome, schooled me from cradle to grave, I would highly recommend buying this for a gift or personally doing this experiance.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
That DOES sound like a dream! We will be sure to pass along the kind words to Tyrone!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 21, 2018
By: Christopher S
Tyler Rose was our instructor and he was great! I surprised my boyfriend with the lesson as a birthday gift (neither of us are aspiring pilots) and I combined 2 flights into one. Tyler made it such a relaxed fun experience and was open to us asking any kind of questions.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Hi Victoria! We are so glad you had a great experience and thank you for sharing it with us! I will be sure to let our instructor know how much you enjoyed your time with them. What a great birthday gift to your boyfriend, I do hope we see you again for another adventure soon! Best, Kelsey
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2018
By: Ryan H
An absolute blast!! Bought this for my husband for his birthday and we had so much fun. Paired with brunch at Solstice, it was the perfect day spent together! The forest preserve is gorgeous.
Response from Cloud 9 Living
What a fun way to celebrate a birthday! I'm glad to hear it turned out so perfect for both of you.
Thanks for writing in.
Best,
Brooke
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2018
By: Melody G
We registered for this zip line experience as a wedding gift and redeemed it the following summer. I loved that the timing was super flexible in terms of when we redeemed it, and we had the option to exchange it for a different experience or even add people to our reservation. We kept it as just my husband and I, and we both had a blast. The organization was very courteous and professional, responding quickly to emailed questions and giving a good training experience when we arrived at the course. The course had a great mix of daring challenges in the treetops and ziplines and was the perfect length, about 2.5 hours. Because of the way the course is spread out, it felt for a while like we were the only ones on the course and was really nice to have that privacy to enjoy the adventure as newlyweds. And it was so neat to be above the treeline at the last stop on the course! I'd highly recommend this experience to anyone who likes a little outdoor adventure and isn't too afraid of heights.
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2018
By: JULIE S
While the ropes course was acceptable - the Tarzan jump was the best part! The zip lining portion of the course was EXTREMELY disappointing! Short lines that sent you into a runway of mulch - not what I would expect from an activity labeled "Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course". Very short slow zip lines that land your but in the dirt.
NASCAR Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2018
By: Richard H
My ride along experience was exceptional...6 laps of 'fast and furious' excitement that I would recommend to anyone looking for something outside of the status quo..you know, dinner movie, necktie, etc. GREAT!!
Response from Cloud 9 Living
Exceptional experience = a success!
Thanks for sharing Richard!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Andrew G
An unbelievable experience with a great instructor.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Anna T
Purchased as a gift to my significant other. The process was smooth and seamless. Our pilot came about 3 minutes prior to when we were to start, walked us through the entire instrument panel and process and we took off.
Flight time (on Geneva package) was a bit less than I had thought, as it totaled 40-45 minutes each way. Great people to deal with and fun time though
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Danielle C
Very fun! Great experience!
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Kaitlan C
Great views and challenging course - we had a great time.
NASCAR Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Randall M
Enjoyable experience! Suggestion would be to make it more clear as to lines for riders and drivers.
NASCAR Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Crystal M
It was Awesome! Pit Crew were very polite and helpful!
Very fun day!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 28, 2018
By: Deepika S
Instructor Jim did a great job! It was an amazing experience, totally worth it.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 07, 2017
By: Arny G
Better than expected, and I expected a great experience -- would recommend this to anyone.
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 10, 2017
By: Jessica B
I had a blast at ziplining. Instructions was great. I felt like there was enough staff around to help if needed, but there was no hand-holding.They really let you experience it for yourself your way. I'd definitely go back.
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 06, 2017
By: Heba S
It was really a perfect experience!!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jun 08, 2017
By: Troy C
I received the flight opportunity as a Christmas gift from my daughter and step-daughter. I was finally able to take advantage of it. And I enjoyed it immensely. The really neat part was being able to do the flight in the Sundowner which was very much the same as the Musketeer I learned to fly in 48 years ago. I enjoy flying, but the small plane experience is truly the most pleasurable, the most personal. Besides, my wife was able to go along. Thanks!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 10, 2017
By: Susan L
Perfect from start to finish!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 01, 2017
By: Thomas P
The entire experience was only about 1 hour, including the pre-instruction class versus the 1.5 hours advertised. There seemed to be a very cursory overview of use of instruments for someone who has never piloted before. Instructor did review all pertinent instruments as they were being used, but did not explain usage in depth.
A five-minute preview of instruments and their purpose would have been very informative. To my disappointment, no mention was made of the video available for purchase during the pre-flight instruction session. When I raised the question after the flight was completed, I was told that the GoPro camera was not loaded for my trip. so no video was available. Overall, I feel the flight was a good experience and felt comfortable with the instructor as an experienced pilot.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 02, 2016
By: Renee S
It was amazing. The only thing that was not represented properly was that there would be no rain check. When we got there, the weather would not allow us to fly and I was beyond disappointed. But then the instructor informed me that I would still get the ground training and would be able to reschedule the actual flight. I was much relieved. However, during the ground training, the weather cleared and I was able to fly that day. Your information of rain check was not completely accurate and you should make that clear. Otherwise it was a marvelous experience.
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 02, 2016
By: Victoria K
My skydive was incredible. The staff and instructors were friendly, and we even got a free beer after our jump. If you're thinking about it, do it! You won't regret it.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 26, 2016
By: Angela C
It was an amazing experience I'll never forget!
Indoor Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 18, 2016
By: Elizabeth P
There were 5 of us and everyone was pretty scared going into this experience. Ages from adult in 60s, down to 11 years old. Our instructor (Kyle) was warm, friendly, understanding and a true professional. He not only made the experience enjoyable, but got two of us to go up high on the second round. I would suggest that Cloud 9 Living add a line that extra charges (i.e., video, certain helmet, high fly and extra turns) may be applied. Also, there is no food in the iFly building, but there are places a few feet away so the kids can eat. Overall the experience was terrific and a great gift for the 11 year old's birthday with her friends!!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 18, 2016
By: Steve B
I had a great time and recommend it for anyone who wants to experience what it's like to pilot a plane.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 12, 2016
By: Gene B
The ride was short but sweet.
Ultimate Zip Line Adventure Course
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 12, 2016
By: Bruce L
Outstanding experience. Outstanding service.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 24, 2016
By: Mike M
Great time, Jim was awesome! Already recommended it to friends and family.
Indoor Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 18, 2016
By: Nancy Z
As a senior citizen I was leery of trying this, but loved it and the guide was very patient with me.
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 19, 2015
By: Jane S
Freaking awesome!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 06, 2015
By: Nathan K
Jim was awesome!!!! This was an amazing experience that I will never forget. I recommend this to anyone.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 25, 2015
By: Brock L
This was a surprise gift for me from my wife, and it was a fantastic experience. I loved being able to fly the Cessna and the instructor was very nice and knowledgeable and generous with my flying time. It was a beautiful day to fly, and it was an experience I'll never forget.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 09, 2015
By: Mark F
Thought there would be more to do. Possibly a tour, video or something. Was all over very quickly as a passenger. Hoping to see more of the track experience. Driver never spoke.
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 04, 2015
By: Robert S
I was a little nervous when I was going through the wavier and almost had second thoughts, but Hang Glide Chicago was great. Joe, Mike and the pilot were friendly, helpful and reassuring. They all wanted my experience to be a great one. It was more than great,it was AWESOME.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 27, 2015
By: Nate U
This was my first flying lesson, and I had an absolutely fabulous time! The instructor was awesome. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone --- any age or walk of life would enjoy this!
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 14, 2015
By: Jeff Z
Everyone at Hang Glide Chicago was extremely friendly and made me feel as comfortable as possible. Great experience that I would take my whole family to do.
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 01, 2015
By: Jan C
It was an amazing experience. Chicagoland Skydiving Center has wonderful staff very focused on our safety. What a RUSH to fall 120 miles per hour, then to be gently lifted when the parachute opens, ending in a soft landing. Thanks to Mikey and Joy for making this a memorable experience and to Diana for keeping us informed of the weather!
Tandem Skydiving
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jun 08, 2015
By: Cheryl R
Everyone involved with the experience, from booking right through to the activity (tandem skydive), was exceptionally friendly, professional, and personable. It was an outstanding experience, and everyone in our group agreed that this is something we would all do again, of course using all of the same services. Thank you to Cloud 9 Living, Chicagoland Skydiving Center, and their wonderful employees who all made this an outstanding adventure for my family and I!!!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jun 05, 2015
By: Bill S
Incredible! Would purchase again or recommend to anyone!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 27, 2015
By: Donald S
The driver, fully-dressed and in the "cockpit" did not acknowledge or communicate with me. The "pit crew" were fine. I wanted to tip my driver, but was unable to do so, because, wham-bam, he was off with another passenger in a flash. The ride was exciting though, and I'm glad I had the experience.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 27, 2015
By: Efrain M
I learned about your website through an article in Realtor.com. I'm so glad I found about your website. I purchased a flight lesson for my husband and my father-in-law as an early Father's Day gift. My husband had been looking to do something unique with his dad. This was the ultimate experience for them both. Especially my husband, so much so that he is now thinking about possibly taking flying lessons to become a pilot. I will highly recommend your website to my coworkers, friends and clients. :)
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 21, 2015
By: Tom S
It was great, I loved the experience! It rained in the early morning so there was a bit of a delay (so what!), and us ride a long folks talked with each other as well as the group of drivers there for the driving experience. What a bunch of nice people! The staff was very nice and attentive to everyone's needs. What a great time it was, I think next time I'm going to take the drivers school and try my hand at driving. Thank you very much!!!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 19, 2015
By: Jackie S
My instructor (Milenko Bandur) was excellent. He was very patient and answered all my questions, even if I asked them over and over. It was an excellent experience. I have also recommended this flying school to someone I know.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Apr 24, 2015
By: Erik H
I got this as a birthday present for my husband, he loved it! The only disappointing thing was that we had scheduled a downtown Chicago flight, and once we got there, we drove several hours, we were told that we couldn't do the scheduled flight b/c of some air restriction. The pilot gave us the option to wait, but we had already driven and made arrangements so we decided to do it. He didn't get to fly what we had planned, but he still had a great experience. I just wish they would've explained it better when you sign up. I've never flown and know nothing of air restriction, so that was disappointing. However I called Cloud 9 Living about it, and they gave us $50 towards another experience, so they did try to remedy the situation, which was very nice, thank you!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Nov 07, 2014
By: Jonathan S
Very cool and excellent experience! Would recommend the flight to anyone looking for a good time!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 27, 2014
By: Joseph R
Jim, my pilot, was very friendly and knowledgable. He did a great job and made us feel very safe! Getting to fly a cessna was pretty incredible, and the views over Lake Micigan were stunning. We had a perfect day for flying!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 08, 2014
By: Ben M
It goes by way too quick and it is not a full three laps. I cannot see why the cost is so high, they get you in and out of the car as fast as possible. With that said, a good package for the price would be a good five laps and the 6 lap adventure they have should be a 10 lap ride along. It was not a full three laps, when you are coming up to your 3rd lap they slow down at lap 2.5. That was disappointing. However, next time I will do the drive your own car. I have no complaints what so ever with Cloud 9 Living. They made the booking seamless. Thanks! Cloud 9 Living!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2014
By: Sigmund K
Cloud 9 Living make the experience so easy and very one I dealt with at Cloud 9 were very professional and helpful. I would recommend Cloud 9 to any individual who's never sure what to purchase for someone. They can look what's available and pick it themselves. Great idea... Wish this was around 20 years ago.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 03, 2014
By: Michael S
I had a 3 lap indy ride, and although it was a great experience, it was way too short. Minimum should be at least 4-5 laps as the entire ride lasted less than 3 min. 1st lap just gets you up to speed, and the last lap is into the pits, so that gives you one lap at speed. A 3 lap ride should include 3 laps at speed.
I would not recommend this experience only because the experience does not justify the cost.
As a side note, my driver was way cool, and the people very friendly. It was enjoyable to be there.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 13, 2014
By: Michael C
My first flight lesson was amazing!!! My instructor was knowledgeable, friendly and was excited to be teaching me. The scenery flying along the Chicago lakefront was beautiful. The air traffic control towers were very helpful in identifying approaching aircraft in our vicinity as well. I'm excited to take another lesson in the future!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 28, 2014
By: Bojan I
This was the best experience of my life. Mike, our pilot, was every friendly and a great instructor. He gave me compete control of the plane in order to have the complete experience.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 06, 2014
By: Christian S
I can't believe to say that this actually worked. I was interested in learning how to fly an airplane, was not sure how to get started. I saw that there was schools teaching but it was all expensive, I just wanted a one day trial to see if flying is for me. I was not to sure how to take a quick class and give it a shot in flying, I was going to call the airport see if they were any help. But I didn't, instead I let Cloud9 do all the work. At first making a transaction, I was a bit scared, this whole thing might not even be real. But from the looks of it, every transaction process had a security feature on the URL. So I went along, and what do you know, a day later I get a call giving me instructions to pick a day and confirming it. That got my hopes up. During the event, I got to the location and I was amazed the instructor already knew who I was. The Flight was freaking Amazing! I'll definitely come back to Cloud9 when I want to do something out of the ordinary.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Mar 31, 2014
By: Michael K
I purchased an hour flight lesson as a gift for my boyfriend on our 1 year anniversary. He had no idea, I just told him it was a surprise and drove him confused to the airport. We had such an amazing time! He looked so happy and excited the entire time we were there. Would definitely recommend but not for the faint hearted.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 09, 2013
By: David N
This is an experience that any race enthusiast must have in their bucket list. I have a greater appreciation of what drivers deal with during a race. It was great!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 09, 2013
By: Michael K
My experience was wonderful! My wife and I had such a great time from the very beginning all the way through to the end. The pilot was excellent and I loved every minute of it!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 30, 2013
By: Dan F
This was such an amazing experience! I had no idea that something like this even existed!!! I have told EVERYONE I know about how incredible Cloud 9 Living is and told them that they need to check it out themselves!! Thank you so much for making it not only a great experience but also for making it so easy to set up!! Keep Rockin!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 06, 2013
By: Ray A
Awesome!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 06, 2013
By: Don W
I was impressed with the effeciency of the process. I ended up finishing 10 minutes before I was due to start.
I think the cars were not truely Indy cars. They clearly had different engines and I doubt we reached the 180 MPH advertised. But even with that, it was a lot of fun.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 06, 2013
By: Jim W
It was a fantastic mind blowing experience! The amazing power. The quick acceleration.
The speed. The sound of the engine. It was the life changing and a wonderful overall thrill.
Thanks, Jim White
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 19, 2013
By: Brad P
It was a lot of fun... I really am hooked on flying now!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 19, 2013
By: Joseph Y
The guys at Chicago Executive Airport were great. I loved the whole thing.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 08, 2013
By: Clark S
Outstanding Experience. I would recommend this to anyone!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 07, 2013
By: Warren P
Went for my 30th birthday. Had to be one of the coolest experiences of my life. The pilot instructer was amazing.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jun 18, 2013
By: Jose B
Awesome! Would love to do this again. Best Father's Day gift ever!
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 22, 2012
By: William W
Everything about the introductory flight lesson was fantastic!!
Executive Flight School was great, but very hard to find and not well-marked for the public. Maybe that's the point?
Anyways, my booking was inaccurate; Cloud 9 confirmed me for a different day than I requested, so when I arrived the pilot was not really ready for my experience.
They accomodated me in the end, though, and I had a great time once we got off the ground.
Thanks!
Ross Wasserstrom
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 08, 2012
By: Kaci C
It was an awesome experience from start to finish. Very friendly staff.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 08, 2012
By: Chris G
Amazing!!! Everyone should try. Will remember for a very long time! Very friendly staff and people. Ride of a life time!!! Thank Cloud 9 Living for a fantastic experience and super customer service!!! Will recommend to my friends and everyone I now.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 04, 2012
By: Jason K
The Mario Andretti Experience was very well-run. We had a 3pm time, but arrived early, and they took us early. Was very glad to know to bring a chair and/or snacks as it was a hot day and we had kids with us.
While efficient, they do sort of "get you in/get you out", and our opportunities for pictures felt a little bit rushed, but over all a really good experience and would do it again, or recommend to others.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 09, 2012
By: Sonya T
Kevin was awesome, patient, and kind. He is a great instructor and would recommend him to anyone considering a flight. I was totally immersed in the flight process, safety check, testing fuel, assisting with take off, flying, etc. It was the best birthday present to myself....EVER!
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 19, 2012
By: Denise N
The experience was awesome! I felt like a bird. It was an adrenaline rush and very peaceful all at the same time. The experience provider was inviting and fun, they make you feel comfortable and you leave there feeling I can't wait to do that again.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Jul 13, 2012
By: Shane G
The Grand Geneva resort was amazing, my instructor was very clear the course was planned out and the experience was great.
Tandem Hang Gliding Flight Lesson
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Oct 05, 2011
By: Anthony D
The Clifton Illinois facility was very nice, a great experience.
Fly a Cessna
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 14, 2011
By: Lukasz K
Had a truly amazing one-of-a-kind experience! I am extremely passionate about planes and have always wanted to fly one myself. This gift was truly heartfelt and special. I will never forget it!
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 06, 2011
By: David K
My Indy car ride along exceeded expectations. I have already recommended the experience to a handful of friends/colleagues.
My only complain is with the staff who loaded riders into the vehicle. While they were generally friendly and courteous, they were quite impatient when assisting the riders with getting into the vehicle (all people in my party expressed the exact same dissatisfaction). For first timers, getting into the car is awkward and takes a little manuevering (even for us "normal sized", healthy and flexible adult males). I understand that time is of the essence in handling a large volume of riders, but a little patience and a few extra seconds would go a long way toward treating your customers with the respect they deserve for plunking down hundreds of dollars for a short thrill.
Thx for the overall excellent experience.
David Kaminski
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 03, 2011
By: Jeffrey K
The experience was amazing & I have recommended to every person I've talked to since I went. However the staff was unfriendly & surly. You have a very good product but need to improve customer service to keep people coming back.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 03, 2011
By: Michael B
way to short of ride. took 3 lap ride along.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Sep 03, 2011
By: Gary M
would have like 5 or 6 laps - 3 is too short
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
Aug 30, 2011
By: Keith C
A little behind on time, per the schedule. Other than than would of loved to go faster.
Keith
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 26, 2011
By: Michael P
The Indy Car Champ Ride was a gift from my family. They know I like adventure and speed...this fit the bill. The ride was smooth and fast. You really feel the power of the vehicle and the "G-force" at speed on the banked track.
Indy Car Ride Along
Chicago Thrill Seeker
May 25, 2011
By: Martin J
Cloud 9 was wonderful however there was an issue with the booking that I believe was on the Mario Andretti end. You guys booked 2 rides under one individual for us. 2 rides under Martin and 2 rides under Eddy. They had the 2 rides under Eddy but not under Martin. So we spent an hour of me trying to find confirmations and emails to prove that I did indeed purchase 2 rides. Finally after speaking to a manager they allowed our fourth person that we did pay for to do a ride along.
other than that the experience was great.
Erin De'Ath