Allegiant Air plans to sell its Sunseeker Resort in Florida by September 2025. The airline wants to refocus on expanding its affordable flight network. The 22-acre resort sits close to Punta Gorda Airport, offering access to regional travelers. Allegiant Air has operated flights at the airport for over a decade. However, the resort did not meet expectations and strained the company’s focus on aviation.
Initially launched as a $650 million project in 2019, the resort faced major setbacks. Construction paused during COVID-19 and resumed with delays. Then Hurricane Ian caused damage in 2022, pushing back its 2023 launch. Even after opening, hurricanes in 2024 created further repair costs, worsening the resort’s financial outlook.
Despite obstacles, the Sunseeker Resort improved performance in early 2025. Occupancy climbed to 70% after a weak 2024 average. Revenue rose to $31 million in the first quarter of 2025. However, operating expenses reached $27 million, reducing net profit. The resort’s remote location also limited appeal among beach-seeking guests.
Allegiant Air now shifts its strategy to strengthen its low-cost airline operations. The resort no longer fits its aviation-centered approach. The company has already listed the property and aims to close the sale within months. Several buyers have shown interest in taking over the resort’s future operations.
Allegiant Air has grown steadily in the airline sector. It now plans to invest further in airport growth and air routes. The sale of the Sunseeker Resort allows the company to streamline its operations. Allegiant wants to focus on what works: flying passengers at lower prices. The resort, while promising, remains outside Allegiant’s long-term vision.
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