{"id":450830,"date":"2026-11-08T10:30:59","date_gmt":"2026-11-08T10:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/450830\/"},"modified":"2026-11-08T10:30:59","modified_gmt":"2026-11-08T10:30:59","slug":"destination-dollywood-flights-launch-at-sanford-airport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/450830\/","title":{"rendered":"Destination Dollywood flights launch at Sanford airport"},"content":{"rendered":"

SANFORD, Fla. \u2014 A little Smoky Mountain spirit took flight from Central Florida as Orlando Sanford International Airport teamed up with Allegiant and Dollywood Parks & Resorts to launch its themed \u201cDestination Dollywood\u201d flights Friday.<\/p>\n

Flights 925 and 2925 kicked off the experience with live music, interactive activities, themed giveaways and a character send-off before passengers departed Sanford for Knoxville, Tennessee.<\/p>\n

Bringing Dollywood to the airport<\/p>\n

The experience was designed to bring some of Dollywood\u2019s hospitality into the airport terminal and onboard the aircraft. Travelers took part in interactive activities and photo opportunities before boarding their flights.<\/p>\n

The event was a collaboration between Orlando Sanford International Airport, Las Vegas-based Allegiant and Dollywood Parks & Resorts.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe love seeing our travelers excited about where they\u2019re headed and we want them to feel that excitement the moment they walk through our doors,\u201d airport President and CEO Nicole Martz said. \u201cDestination Dollywood brings that spirit to life. We\u2019re delighted to partner with Allegiant and Dollywood to bring some extra fun to the terminal and give our travelers a memorable start to their trip.\u201d<\/p>\n

Music, characters and a Dollywood send-off<\/p>\n

The Roberts Sisters brought Smoky Mountain sounds to the terminal with live performances. Passengers also participated in interactive games and photo opportunities and received giveaways including Dollywood\u2019s signature kettle corn and plush toys.<\/p>\n

Dollywood characters Flit and Flutter greeted travelers at the gate and gathered on the airfield ramp to send off departing passengers. Once airborne, travelers experienced Dollywood-themed in-flight entertainment on their way to Knoxville.<\/p>\n

Flight 925 departed Sanford for McGhee Tyson Airport at 12:47 p.m., followed by Flight 2925 at 4:16 p.m.<\/p>\n

Orlando Sanford International Airport<\/p>\n

Orlando Sanford International Airport is located in Sanford, about 20 miles north of Orlando. Owned and operated by the Sanford Airport Authority, the airport welcomes approximately 3.1 million passengers annually and offers nonstop service to more than 70 destinations on six airlines. Allegiant is the airport\u2019s largest carrier and longtime partner.<\/p>\n

Dollywood Parks & Resorts, located near the Great Smoky Mountains, has operated since 1986. The property includes the Dollywood theme park, Dollywood\u2019s Splash Country water park, Dollywood\u2019s DreamMore Resort and Spa and Dollywood\u2019s HeartSong Lodge & Resort.<\/p>\n

Allegiant is based in Las Vegas and connects travelers in small and mid-sized communities with vacation destinations across the United States.<\/p>\n

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