Charter Archives - Sweet Aviation https://www.sweetaviation.com/category/charter/ Flight School, Airplane Charter, Aircraft Rental, and Aircraft Maintenance Services in Fort Wayne, Indiana Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:29:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Tampa Bay, Florida https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-tampa-bay-florida/ Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:29:40 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=5821 Sweet Aviation is ready to fly you and your family to Tampa Bay for your next vacation! But is your itinerary ready for the trip? There’s tons of thrills and history to take in on the Suncoast, so here’s a list of some of the coolest attractions and sites to explore. For unrivaled excitement and... Read more »

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Sweet Aviation is ready to fly you and your family to Tampa Bay for your next vacation! But is your itinerary ready for the trip? There’s tons of thrills and history to take in on the Suncoast, so here’s a list of some of the coolest attractions and sites to explore.

  • For unrivaled excitement and adventure, you can’t beat Busch Gardens’ unique blend of roller coasters, zoo animals, and live performances. There’s always a new reason to visit, with seasonal events scheduled throughout the year. Take a look at what’s coming up!
  • More than 8,000 animals can’t wait for you to visit them at the Florida Aquarium, from alligators and river otters to sharks and stingrays. Make sure to check out the 500,000-gallon Coral Reef habitat, 4-D Theater, and Penguin habitat.
  • Build some family memories at the LEGOLAND Florida Resort, located about 45 minutes down the road. There are more than 50 rides, shows, and attractions inspired by your kids’ favorite lines of LEGO sets.
  • Why not roll the dice and try a few games at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino? Stay in one of 800 guestrooms and suites while you sample an array of games of chance including slot machines, blackjack, and poker. You can also take a dip in the pool or visit the Rock Spa & Salon.
  • Be transported to Spain and experience the work of renowned Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí. The Dali Museum features an unparalleled collection of his paintings and prints. The building and interactive gardens are a work of art unto themselves you won’t want to miss!

There are still so many other opportunities for fun when you visit Tampa. When you book a charter flight through Sweet Aviation, you won’t have to worry about taking the car down or losing your luggage at the airport. Give us a call, and we’ll help you set everything up!

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Hilton Head, South Carolina https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-hilton-head-south-carolina/ Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:27:12 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=5818 Plan your next seaside vacation with Sweet Aviation in mind! We’ll help you get there with one of our charter flights. To help you better explore Hilton Head Island, we’ve compiled this handy list of activities, watersports, and fun in the sun. Dust off the old nine-iron and get ready to hit the links. Hilton... Read more »

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Plan your next seaside vacation with Sweet Aviation in mind! We’ll help you get there with one of our charter flights. To help you better explore Hilton Head Island, we’ve compiled this handy list of activities, watersports, and fun in the sun.

  • Dust off the old nine-iron and get ready to hit the links. Hilton Head Golf Vacations offers packages allowing you to choose from more than 25 courses across the island.
  • See a show at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. You’ll find this award-winning regional Arts Center in the center of the island. It’s a showcase of professional performing and visual arts. Tickets and showtimes are available here.
  • Say hello to dolphins and other wildlife while taking a 25-mile Island Skiff Adventure Tour around Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Daufuskie Island. You’ll travel in a skiff or mini boat. The compact size makes the boats perfect for racing down rivers and creeks, with a few stops for pictures along the way.
  • Sip a crisp glass of wine or cocktail with Hilton Head as the perfect backdrop. Rollers Wine & Spirits has three locations on the island, each with a unique selection and an on-staff, certified sommelier to help you find just the drink you’re looking for.
  • See what the kids can do or challenge yourself to navigate a playground in the sky at Aerial Adventure. There are four levels of difficulty, so children as young as five can give it a try. Reservations are recommended, so you’ll want to contact them ahead of time.

Don’t just dream about your Hilton Head vacation. Make it happen with Sweet Aviation! We’ll help you cut out time on the road and at the airport with a charter flight.

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-myrtle-beach-south-carolina/ Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:25:53 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=5815 A trip to a beach by the Atlantic is just a chartered plane ride away! Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is so much more than just beautiful coastline. Whether you’re looking for a fun trip for a large group or the perfect spot for a romantic getaway, here are some ideas to consider adding to your... Read more »

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A trip to a beach by the Atlantic is just a chartered plane ride away! Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is so much more than just beautiful coastline. Whether you’re looking for a fun trip for a large group or the perfect spot for a romantic getaway, here are some ideas to consider adding to your agenda.

  • Explore the history, pre-history, and natural history of Horry County at the Horry County Museum. While you’re there, see an up-close look at the aquatic critters found in local rivers and lakes at the ‘Tanked’ Aquarium. Plus, visit the L.W. History Farm, which recreates life on a family farm in the early 20th Century.
  • For high-speed thrills on the backwater or in the ocean, hop on a jet ski with Action Water Sportz. If slow and steady is more your speed, pontoons are also available for rent. For pricing and availability, click here.
  • If you’re not too afraid of heights, Myrtle Beach’s famous SkyWheel will offer a view of the city from nearly 200 feet in the air! Each of the 42 gondolas is glass-enclosed, temperature controlled, allowing this attraction to stay open year-round.
  • Myrtle Beach State Park sits nestled along the coastline between oceanfront forests. The park offers a quieter escape from the otherwise bustling beaches. You won’t run out of things to do, with a nature trail, campgrounds, and a great surf fishing spot.
  • Grab a bite and a pint at the Crooked Hammock Brewery. This brew pub is pet and kid friendly. You’re welcome to play one of Crooked Hammock’s outdoor games, lounge in a hammock, or sit at the “Tortuga Island” bar out on the water!

When you’re ready to go and visit, skip the car ride or crowded airport terminal, and schedule your charter flight with Sweet Aviation. Sandy beaches and one-of-a-kind attractions are just a few clicks away!

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Brown County, Indiana https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-brown-county-indiana/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 20:19:32 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=4088 Looking for a fun weekend adventure for you and your family or for you and a loved one? Check out Brown County, Indiana, located one hour from downtown Indianapolis. This fall, simply flying over the beautiful foliage will be worth the trip, but here are just a few ideas of activities you could add to... Read more »

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Looking for a fun weekend adventure for you and your family or for you and a loved one? Check out Brown County, Indiana, located one hour from downtown Indianapolis. This fall, simply flying over the beautiful foliage will be worth the trip, but here are just a few ideas of activities you could add to your travel itinerary!

With a wide variety of hiking, mountain-biking, and horseback-riding trails, there is bound to be an experience to satisfy your outdoor preferences.

 

  • Visit a Winery or Distillery

Brown County has great beer, wine, and spirits! Check out the complete guide to the two distilleries, one brewery, and four wineries in Brown County.

  • Explore Unique Shopping

You’ll find various antique and craft stores throughout Brown County. For the best shopping options, check out Nashville, Indiana. Explore over 200 shops featuring a wide array of clothing boutiques, galleries, home décor, jewelry, and specialty shops.

Brown County Shopping

  • Visit T.C. Steele State Historic Site

If you enjoy history, then check out the grounds and gardens of this unique historic site dedicated to T.C. Steele, an American Impressionist painter known for his Indiana landscapes.

Ready to explore Brown County? Spend less time on the roads and more time in Brown County when you schedule an airplane charter with Sweet Aviation today!

For more information or to schedule your next flight, visit SweetAviation.com/charter or SweetHelicopters.com!

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Western Michigan https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-western-michigan/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 19:53:00 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=4082 Western Michigan is home to some of the best-kept secrets and attractions. No matter where you go, there will be something new to experience. Here are just a few things for you to consider adding to the agenda for your next western Michigan adventure. Visit a Lighthouse Did you know Michigan has more lighthouses than... Read more »

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Western Michigan is home to some of the best-kept secrets and attractions. No matter where you go, there will be something new to experience. Here are just a few things for you to consider adding to the agenda for your next western Michigan adventure.

  1. Visit a Lighthouse

Did you know Michigan has more lighthouses than any other state? With over 60 lighthouses statewide, don’t leave the state without climbing to the top of one!

  • “Wine” Down

Enjoy a winery and brewery tour by bike! Cycle the Leelanau Trail and visit wineries right off the trail, or choose to go to downtown Traverse City for a brewery tour. To learn more about different tour options, visit their site.

Land on the grounds at Round Barn Estate Winery in Baroda, MI

  • Explore the Wild

Do you enjoy seeing wild animals up close and personal? Visit Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek or Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Alto.

  •  Join the Navy for a Night

Stay overnight aboard the USS Silversides Submarine Museum, credited with sinking 23 major Japanese ships during World War II. It’s considered the US Navy’s most successful surviving submarine.

  • Ride a Windmill in Holland

The Nelis’ Dutch Village located in Holland, Michigan, features a top-notch petting zoo and various rides, including a giant Wooden Shoe Slide, a 1924 carousel, and “Harry’s Windmill Ride,” a 45-foot-tall Ferris wheel that will make you feel like you’re riding on the sails of a windmill.

Dutch Village outdoor attractions

Make your trip one that you’ll never forget and save precious time when you book a charter helicopter service with Sweet Helicopters! Give us a call and let our friendly staff show you how rewarding a charter from Sweet Helicopters will be.

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Hamilton County, Indiana https://www.sweetaviation.com/sweettrips-charter-destination-series-hamilton-county-indiana/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 18:45:00 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=4076 Carmel Arts & Design District (photo from VisitHamiltonCounty.com) Looking for a quick getaway for you and your significant other, a group of friends, or the whole family? Charter an airplane or helicopter to Hamilton County, where you can experience shopping, a world-renowned arts scene, local food options, and hundreds of miles of walking and biking... Read more »

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Carmel Arts & Design District (photo from VisitHamiltonCounty.com)

Looking for a quick getaway for you and your significant other, a group of friends, or the whole family? Charter an airplane or helicopter to Hamilton County, where you can experience shopping, a world-renowned arts scene, local food options, and hundreds of miles of walking and biking trails connecting the towns of Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, and Fishers.

  1. Conquer the Carmel Caffeine Trail

The Caffeine Trail will take you to places throughout Carmel where coffee is roasted in-house, and many of them feature regionally roasted beans or small-batch coffees from across the US. To see the complete list of coffee shops, visit this website.

  • Visit the Carmel Arts & Design District

Home to galleries, boutiques, restaurants, studios, and public art installations, West Main Street is a great place for concerts, classes, and festivals. Annual events and activities can include outdoor movie nights, live music series, ice skating, and other holiday celebrations.

To learn more about what is going on pending current government regulations, visit their website.

  • Explore Coxhall Gardens

This park is a modern, 125-acre park including twin bell towers, a lake, a Children’s Garden, and an elegant Centerpiece. Campbell Crossing, which is connected to the Centerpiece and surrounded by water on two sides, serves as a great location for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.

To learn more about Coxhall Mansion tours and Concerts in the Centerpiece events, visit their website.

  • Top Golf & IKEA in Fishers

Less than one mile from each other, check out Top Golf, a premier entertainment destination, and IKEA, known for its unique furniture and delicious food.

 

TopGolf in Fishers, IN
  • Breweries and Wineries in Fishers

Here’s your guide to breweries in Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, and Noblesville, where you’re sure to find a venue that everyone will enjoy.

  • Conner Prairie in Fishers

A nationally acclaimed history destination, Conner Prairie is an outdoor museum that exists to inspire curiosity and foster learning about Indiana by providing engaging, individualized, and unique experiences.

  • Grand Park in Westfield

This thoughtfully designed 400-acre sports campus, the official home of the Indianapolis Colts Training Camp, offers a field for almost any sport. Nearby this premier destination for youth sports and training are local restaurants, pubs, shops, and a unique Westfield experience.

  • “Hipstoric” downtown Noblesville

“Hipstoric” downtown Noblesville isn’t just a trendy name, it’s an initiative to connect and share things that mesh modernity with history. Experience the heart of culture in Hamilton County and unique local shops, restaurants, and recreation, all in one must-see destination.

If you’re ready to explore Hamilton County, schedule your charter flight today! Spend more quality time with the people in your life instead of wasting time in traffic or in a crowded airport terminal! Visit our website for more information.

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SweetTrips Charter Destination Series: Northern Michigan https://www.sweetaviation.com/charter-destination-series-northern-michigan/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 18:23:14 +0000 https://www.sweetaviation.com/?p=4071 Northern Michigan is home to several small- to medium-sized cities, extensive state and national forests, and a large portion of the Great Lakes shoreline, leaving room for an adventure for everyone! Here are just a few ideas of things you could do while exploring northern Michigan. Catch a Film at Northern Michigan’s Cherry Bowl Drive-in... Read more »

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Northern Michigan is home to several small- to medium-sized cities, extensive state and national forests, and a large portion of the Great Lakes shoreline, leaving room for an adventure for everyone! Here are just a few ideas of things you could do while exploring northern Michigan.

  1. Catch a Film at Northern Michigan’s Cherry Bowl Drive-in

Twenty minutes west of Traverse City, this drive-in has been showing first-run double features since 1953. To check out current film showings and hours, visit their website.

  • Visit Mackinac Island

Sitting in Lake Huron between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas, Mackinac Island State Park features trails, woods, and the limestone Arch Rock formation. Whether you want to play golf, check out diverse dining, or visit historical sites, visitors have found this national landmark to be the ideal vacation spot for centuries.

  • Awaken the Sleeping Bear

If you enjoy the outdoors, then visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Empire, Michigan. Visit the Glen Haven Village or the Maritime Museum, or just trek up the Dune Climb. On the hot days, dip your toes in the tranquil Loon Lake.

  • Explore the Les Cheneaux Islands

Thirty miles northeast of the Mackinac Bridge, these 36 islands provide sheltered channels, bays, and a historic harbor area for boaters and explorers. The base towns of these islands include Cedarville and Hessel, historic port towns offering art galleries, restaurants, and a boat-building school. Guides lead paddle trips at sunset during the summer, and winter trips combine snowshoeing with other traditional regional fun.

 

  • Visit a Top-rated Brewery or Winery

Although most popularly known for its pristine fresh water, northern Michigan also offers top-notch local beer and wine selections. For a list of breweries and wineries in the area you should try, check out this site.

 

Want to make your trip to northern Michigan a trip you’ll never forget? Schedule a helicopter or plane charter flight to your destination and save yourself time sitting in traffic or in a crowded terminal.

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