Flight
By far the most convenient airport is Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) - just a 10 minute drive from our venue! Served by American, Delta, United, Allegiant, Avelo, and Frontier. For international travelers, you may find it more convenient to fly direct to: Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3.5 hours (25+ airlines, domestic and international) or Nashville (BNA) - 3 hours (19 airlines, including some international flights) Two other small- to midsize regional airports may be of interest for those looking to extend their trips for more exploration: Tri-Cities TN/VA (TRI) - 2 hours (American, Delta, Allegiant) Chattanooga (CHA) - 2 hours (American, Delta, United, Allegiant, Spirit)
Hotel
Our venue is set aside just for us all weekend! Immediate family and wedding party will be prioritized for guest rooms at the venue. The remaining rooms will be first-come, first-serve, so please book ASAP if you’re hoping to spend the weekend with us on property! Use the code “Hinds-Backlund” when booking, via their website or phone. If you would like to book the lodge, book online or call the Reservations line directly at (865) 981-9800. They block the property from being sold through any third-party booking services during exclusive events. The lodge has free breakfast every morning 7-10am for guests.
Discount Code - Hinds-Backlund
Hotel
Since we might run out of room at RT Lodge, we will also have a room block at a nearby Hilton near the airport with a shuttle that will bring you directly to our venue (just 10 minutes away) for anyone who can't stay at the Lodge or prefers to rack up their hotel points elsewhere : ) Please click below for our unique booking link.
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Hotel
For guests who would like to stay in downtown Knoxville (30 mins from the venue), this is an amazing option! Right in Market Square. Please note we do not have a room block here.
Rental Car
Uber vs. Car rental: This tradeoff is really up to you and your plans around the weekend. The drive from Knoxville airport (TYS) to RT Lodge is only 10 minutes, and there are typically plenty of Uber/Lyft rides available. There will be plenty to do at RT Lodge over the weekend, so a car is not strictly necessary! That said: the best and most beautiful part of the region is 60-90 minutes’ drive away in the Smoky Mountains. If the mountains are calling, we would definitely recommend renting a car (or Jeep) to venture forth. Driving to the venue: It’s the first left off Wilkinson Pike, immediately after you veer left from Court Street. It is modestly signed from the roadway: Look for the white fence and the stone pillars. (You can always loop back at Oriole Lane if you miss it!) Pull on in—there is plenty of parking, and an unloading zone for check-in just in front of the main building.