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by Elizabeth Higginbottom Let me tell you about one of our favorite new places to bring a group. Sandals Regency La Toc sits on 220 acres of rolling hillside above the Caribbean Sea in Castries, Saint Lucia, and we’re kicking off our very first Pickleball in Paradise trip there in December 2026 with a private … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom Twelve dedicated pickleball courts, a quiet stretch of Jamaican coastline, and a resort that’s about to look brand new. Sandals South Coast sits in Whitehouse on Jamaica’s peaceful south coast and reopens on November 18, 2026, with bookings open now for stays beginning that date. For pickleball players, that reopening is the … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom Curaçao is where a cactus-studded desert landscape slopes toward the azure Caribbean, with Tafelberg Mountain rising on the horizon. Sandals Royal Curaçao sits beside Spanish Water Bay, bringing island scenery together with one of the Caribbean’s most exciting all-inclusive pickleball setups: eight dedicated courts. Sandals Royal Curaçao is one of the Caribbean’s … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom December has a special kind of energy. The holidays are approaching, winter is settling in, and many of us are ready for a change of scenery. Instead of bundling up and waiting for spring, why not trade gray skies for turquoise water, warm-weather court time, and a luxury all-inclusive pickleball vacation? Our … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom A Luxury Caribbean Escape: Now at an Incredible Last-Minute Rate! Pack your bags and join Pickleball in Paradise at Sandals Saint Vincent from September 27 through October 3, 2026, for an unforgettable adults-only, all-inclusive getaway with top super senior Pros Chris Powers and Kristin Hickman. This exclusive trip is for advanced pickleball … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom If you’ve been following our adventures at Pickleball in Paradise, you know we love a vacation that keeps the energy high without ever feeling hectic. So what happens when you pair the quick-fire fun of pickleball with the sly, strategic charm of mahjong? You get a getaway that works both sides of … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom You know how it starts. You’re sitting on the bench between games, the adrenaline is pumping after a particularly spicy rally, and someone says those five dangerous words: “We should all go away together!” Suddenly, the whole group is buzzing. “Let’s go to the Caribbean!” “Let’s find somewhere with great food!” “We … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbotton If you’ve spent any time on the courts lately, you know the drill: the competitive fire is high, the “one more game” syndrome is real, and the post-match chatter is always about where we’re playing next. But what if “next” wasn’t just the local park or a weekend regional? What if “next” … Read more

by Elizabeth Higginbottom If you’re reading this, you probably know that 2026 is officially the year of the pickleball power player. Gone are the days of just “winging it” on the local courts. You’ve put in the hours, you’ve mastered your powerful drives and tactical third shot drops, and you’ve developed a healthy obsession with … Read more

Imagine waking up to the sound of turquoise waves gently lapping against the sugar-white sands of Grace Bay. You grab your paddle, head over to world-class courts surrounded by swaying palm trees, and spend the morning receiving personalized instruction from two of the most respected names in the sport. This isn’t just a dream, it’s … Read more