Not too long ago, pickleball was the quirky game your neighbor swore was “about to be the next big thing.” Fast forward to today, and pickleball has exploded with millions of players, pro tours, celebrity fans, and courts popping up at luxury resorts worldwide.
With its mix of friendly competition and social energy, pickleball isn’t just a pastime anymore. It’s a way to travel, connect, and explore the world one rally at a time.
If you’ve ever wanted to combine your love for pickleball with your love of travel, you’re in luck. The world of pickleball vacations is booming. Here are some of the best ways to plan your next trip.
If you’re looking for group training and clinics
Want to come home with a sharper backhand and a great tan? Pickleball clinics and group trips are like camps for adults. You’ll get hands-on coaching, plenty of playtime, and a built-in travel squad.
Top picks:
- Pickleball Getaways (multiple destinations)
- What it offers: Trips to Costa Rica, Portugal, Mexico, and more with daily clinics from pro coaches, group play, and excursions
- Why go: Small-group feel with a mix of structured drills and downtime
- Book it: Pickleball Getaways
- LevelUp Pickleball Camps (across the U.S.)
- What it offers: Clinics led by pro players in resort-style settings, often in destinations like Scottsdale and Palm Springs
- Why go: Instruction from some of the sport’s best-known names
- Book it: LevelUp Pickleball Camps
- Engage Pickleball Camps (various U.S. cities)
- What it offers: Skill-based group lessons in major pickleball hubs
- Why go: Flexible options if you want to pair a clinic with your own vacation plans
- Book it: Engage Pickleball
If you’re looking for all-inclusive resorts
Prefer less planning and more playing? All-inclusive resorts are now embracing pickleball with on-site courts, lessons, and plenty of poolside recovery.
Top picks:
- Sandals Resorts (Caribbean locations)
- What it offers: Multiple resorts with pickleball courts, luxurious rooms, and unlimited food and drinks
- Why go: Perfect for couples who want romance and rallies
- Book it: Sandals Resorts
- Beaches Resorts (Jamaica & Turks & Caicos)
- What it offers: Family-friendly, all-inclusive resorts with pickleball plus waterparks and entertainment
- Why go: Great for families where everyone wants something different
- Book it: Beaches Resorts
- Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda (Dominican Republic)
- What it offers: Eco-chic all-inclusive with pickleball, yoga, and gourmet dining
- Why go: A luxury twist on the pickleball vacation
- Book it: Club Med
If you’re looking for a pickleball cruise
Imagine serving in the morning and sipping piña coladas at sea by noon. Pickleball cruises are bringing the game to the high seas.
Top picks:
- Pickleball At Sea Group Cruise (multiple destinations)
- What it offers: Daily play and instruction with certified pros, private court time, group excursions, and even onshore pickleball experiences
- Why go: Ideal for couples and groups who want both cruising adventure and structured play
- Book it: Pickleball At Sea
- Holland America Line (multiple destinations)
- What it offers: US Pickleball Association-approved courts on board various ships
- Why go: Great for cruisers who want a balance of sport and classic cruise activities
- Book it: Holland America
- Crystal Serenity (multiple destinations)
- What it offers: A luxury ship featuring pickleball courts, world-class dining, and elegant itineraries across Europe, the Caribbean, and beyond
- Why go: Refined cruising with pickleball as a built-in perk
- Book it: Crystal Cruises
If you’re looking for pickleball destinations around the world
Sometimes, you don’t need an all-inclusive package. You just want to go where the pickleball action is thriving. These destinations are building serious pickleball buzz.
- Naples, Florida
- What it offers: The self-proclaimed pickleball capital of the world, home to the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships
- Why go: Endless courts, tournaments, and community play
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- What it offers: A booming pickleball scene plus desert hikes, golf, and spas
- Why go: Ideal for mixing outdoor adventure with court time
- Palm Springs, California
- What it offers: Resorts and clubs adding pickleball alongside tennis, golf, and poolside lounging
- Why go: Year-round sunshine with a social pickleball community
- Costa Rica
- What it offers: Retreats that blend pickleball with surfing, yoga, and eco-adventures
- Why go: Play in paradise while soaking in adventure
Pack your paddle
Whether you’re headed to an all-inclusive resort, hopping on a cruise, or joining a clinic abroad, pickleball vacations are the perfect mix of play and paradise. But as every traveler knows, plans can change fast. Flights get delayed, paddles go missing, and ankles sometimes get twisted after a heroic kitchen dive.
That’s why Faye is the perfect doubles partner for your next trip. We can help cover medical mishaps, lost luggage, and yes, even your beloved pickleball gear. So you can focus on perfecting your dink shot, not worrying about what could go wrong.
