Well, here's a pretty cool way to start the day — and beat the morning congestion along Interstate 4 in Orlando.

Florida on a Tankful's Scott Fais soared high into the Central Florida sky Tuesday morning with Orlando Balloon Rides.

All the views: 360-degree video from a hot air balloon

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Fais' story will air Thursday and Saturday on News 13 and Bay News 9. Tune in!