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 players rated 3.5 and above.
Discover Sandals Saint Vincent
Sandals Saint Vincent is a luxury adults-only all-inclusive resort set on a private cove in Buccament Bay on a lush, green volcanic island known for its rainforest scenery and beautiful bays. Framed by lush tropical landscapes, dramatic mountain views, and beautiful Caribbean water, the resort offers a picturesque setting for a vacation that blends court time, relaxation, and memorable group experiences, with 11 dining concepts, multiple pools and bars, fitness facilities, water sports, land activities, and nightly entertainment.
A Few Cancellations Created a Fantastic Last-Minute Deal!
Here is the urgent news: we have had a few cancellations, and we are offering fantastic last-minute deals on the remaining rooms!
Because of those cancellations, we are offering this trip at a rate with significant savings compared to our normal booking rate.
That means you can enjoy a luxury all-inclusive stay at Sandals Saint Vincent, participate in a special Pickleball in Paradise experience, and save significantly on the usual group rate. Availability is limited, and these last-minute rooms can disappear quickly.
Your Last-Minute Value
- Trip dates: September 27–October 3, 2026
- Savings: significant savings off our original, advertised booking rate. Contact me for more details!
- Luxury adults-only all-inclusive accommodations
- Food, beverages, resort activities, and airport transfers included
- Pickleball programming with Chris Powers and Kristin Hickman
- Pickleball in Paradise group events and special touches
Our Price Is Lower Than Booking It Yourself Online
This is a major advantage of booking through Pickleball in Paradise: our price is less than you could book the comparable stay yourself online.
You are not paying extra for the group experience. Instead, our negotiated rate gives you access to the resort, the all-inclusive benefits, and our hosted programming at a price that is lower than booking directly online on your own.
Even if you are comparing this strictly as a Sandals vacation, the value is exceptional. Add the coaching, social activities, airport transfers, private group events, and concierge planning, and this last-minute offer becomes even more compelling.
View the Sandals Saint Vincent trip details and inquire now.
Pickleball Clinics Every Morning
Hone your skills in paradise with pickleball clinics every morning and additional sessions several times during the stay.
Chris Powers and Kristin Hickman bring elite-level experience, technical insight, and an energetic teaching style to the courts. They will help players refine important parts of their game, including:
- Shot selection and court positioning
- Third shot drops
- Dinking and attacking from the non-volley zone
- Transition zone movement
- Serve and return strategy
- Doubles communication
- Match preparation and tournament play
Clinic mornings typically include structured instruction followed by open play, giving you an opportunity to put new techniques into action. The exact clinic agenda will be finalized closer to departure, but you can expect focused coaching, useful feedback, and plenty of court time.
Meet the Pros
Chris Powers is an eight-time national gold medal champion and a three-time silver medalist who competes at the Super Senior Pro level in mixed doubles and women’s doubles. She holds a 5.0 DUPR rating and has earned more than 200 medals throughout her career.
Kristin Hickman is a 10-time pickleball national champion and a former No. 1-ranked female player on the APP Masters Pro Tour. She has won multiple Senior Pro and Masters Pro medals, including four gold medals at the 2025 US Open Pickleball Championships.
Together, Chris and Kristin create a unique opportunity for advanced players to learn from two top-notch Pros while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of a luxury Caribbean resort.
Social Mahjong in the Afternoon or Evening
When the paddles are put away, our group will have another fun way to connect: social mahjong several times during the week in the afternoon or evening.
Anyone who cares to play is welcome to join. It is a relaxed opportunity to meet fellow guests, bond away from the courts, and enjoy a little friendly competition. Whether you are an experienced mahjong player or simply enjoy social games, the atmosphere will be casual and welcoming.
Not Playing Pickleball or Mahjong? The Rate Still Wins!
You do not have to participate in every activity to enjoy this offer.
If you do not care to play pickleball or mahjong, you can still relax by the pool, enjoy the beach, dine across the resort’s all-inclusive restaurants, try non-motorized water sports, book an optional spa treatment, or simply take in the breathtaking scenery.
And here is the key point: even if you do not care to play pickleball or mahjong, this rate is still cheaper than you can get online for a comparable stay.
Non-playing spouses, partners, and friends are welcome to join the vacation. The rate is designed around the complete group experience, so non-playing guests do not receive a separate discount, but they can enjoy the resort and all its included amenities.
Fantastic Nonstop Flights from JFK
For guests who live in the Northeast, there are fantastic nonstop flights from JFK to St. Vincent starting at $454. Airfare is separate from the resort package, and flight prices and availability can change, so we recommend checking promptly.
You will fly into Argyle International Airport (SVD). Round-trip airport transfers to Sandals Saint Vincent are included with the resort stay.
Flying from Charlotte or Another City?
If you are flying from another city: such as Charlotte: and the available flights do not work with the September 27–October 3 dates, we may be able to adjust your stay.
Depending on availability, you can either:
- Add an additional night at our group rate, or
- Shift your dates to arrival on September 26 and departure on October 2
With the second option, you still pay the same great low rate while shifting your travel dates by one day to better match your flights.
Contact us before booking airfare, and we will help you explore the simplest option. Our no-cost concierge travel service is designed to make the details easy.
What’s Included
Your Pickleball in Paradise group experience includes:
- Luxury all-inclusive resort accommodations
- All-inclusive dining, snacks, and beverages
- Unlimited premium drinks and cocktails
- Pickleball clinics and scheduled group play
- Airport transfers
- Water and land sports
- Fitness center access
- Daily activities and nightly entertainment
- Private cocktail reception
- Private group beach dinner
- Meet & Greet with the Pros
- Pickleball in Paradise welcome bag
- Most gratuities
Most gratuities are included in the all-inclusive package. Some gratuities may be excluded, including shuttle drivers and butler service, if applicable. Travel insurance and airfare are also not included.
Secure Your Spot Before These Rooms Are Gone!
A few cancellations have opened the door to one of the best last-minute values we have offered at Sandals Saint Vincent: significant savings off our normal booking rate and lower than what you could pay booking the comparable stay online yourself.
Add world-class coaching, daily clinics, social mahjong, luxury accommodations, all-inclusive dining, and our stress-free concierge planning, and this is an opportunity worth acting on now.
Secure your spot, check your flights, and contact us today for the current last-minute availability.
Book or inquire about the Sandals Saint Vincent trip.
Contact Us!
Elizabeth Higginbottom
Director, Pickleball in Paradise
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 843-331-6955
Website: www.pickleballinparadise.com
