Rocky Dimico, owner of Flights and Fables, a Fayetteville-area travel agency, has been recognized with two major national awards at WorldVia’s annual WORLD25 Lone Star Gala, held on Sept. 18, 2025. Dimico was named the winner of the Sales Innovation Award and the Monarch Agency of Excellence Award.

• The Sales Innovation Award honors entrepreneurs who create the most innovative sales and marketing strategies. Winners are selected for their ability to think outside the box and develop unique campaigns, identify and grow niche audiences, or design successful sales plans.
• The Monarch Agency of Excellence Award is presented to agencies that demonstrate outstanding achievement and support of WorldVia Travel Network’s preferred and strategic partner suppliers, programs, products, events, community, and core values. Only 30 agencies out of nearly 3,900 WorldVia-affiliated agencies earned this distinction in 2025.

“I’m deeply honored to receive both of these awards,” said Dimico in a press release. “They represent my commitment to bringing creative, personalized travel planning and unforgettable experiences to my clients, especially in the growing area of fantasy travel.”

Dimico launched Flights and Fables to specialize in immersive and high-end fantasy-themed travel experiences, including trips inspired by Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, castles, Viking history and other destinations that spark the imagination. The agency also plans and manages European, New Zealand, Japanese, and river cruise itineraries.