Escape to beautiful Saint Lucia for a private, invitation-only six-night getaway curated exclusively for Rob Gray, Dwight “Whitey” Krueger and their group at the stunning Sandals Saint Lucia La Toc.
Led by Pros Rob and Whitey, you’ll enjoy daily pickleball clinics and open play on courts reserved exclusively for your group, followed by relaxing afternoons filled with friendship and island fun.
Set on 220 secluded acres overlooking a breathtaking half-mile crescent beach, this all-inclusive resort features white-sand beaches, gourmet dining, premium cocktails and mocktails, and endless opportunities to relax in the Caribbean sunshine.
From airport arrival to resort transfers and packing tips, Pickleball in Paradise will guide you every step of the way—so all you have to do is show up and enjoy paradise.
Meet Your Pros
Rob Gray
*PPR Pro (Professional Pickleball Registry) and USA Pickleball affiliate.
*Championships include USA Pickleballs Nationals, Indoor Nationals, amongst many others.
*Senior Pro Playing experience.
*6 years coaching pickleball in many states and multiple countries.
*University of MN alum where he played Football and Soccer.
*College degree in kinesiology with certificates in Coaching and biomechanics.
*Rob takes a tactical and skill based approach to pickleball while emphasizing the fun and social part that keeps everyone coming back.
*In his free time, Rob enjoys spending time with his wife, Mary, and their family, while working on their Organic hobby farm with the gardens and animals.
Dwight “Whitey” Krueger
*Whitey has Championships in singles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles, including Nationals.
*Pickleball Coaching International Certified Instructor
*Coached hundreds of pickleball players around the country.
*50 year basketball referee at high school and college level.
*When not playing and coaching, Whitey enjoys wintering in Arizona with his wife Janeen, and enjoying time with family and friends.
Included in Your Stay
- Pickleball Mixers, Round Robins Shootouts, Open Play and More!
- 5 Star All-inclusive luxury resort accommodations
- Gourmet Dining: all food and beverages
- Unlimited premium drinks and cocktails
- Water and Land sports
- Fitness center
- Multiple restaurants
- Daily activities and nightly entertainment
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Private Cocktail Party
- Private Beach Farewell Dinner
- Most Gratuities
NOT Included in Your Stay
- Airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities for Butlers and shuttle drivers
Location and Accommodations
Set on a sprawling 220-acre estate of rolling hillside, Sandals Regency La Toc is a stunner. This is a resort that inspires from every angle — whether you’re peering down at the shore from the private pool of your oceanview villa or enjoying a glass of wine on your beachfront patio. Swim up to the bar or dine by the water — and savor all the dining at two nearby Sandals Resorts in Saint Lucia. If you’re into putting around, our nearby Cap Estate Golf & Country Club offers an 18-hole course with breathtaking ocean vistas.
Emerald Honeymoon Oceanview $4998 ($2499per person double occupancy)
Located in the heart of the resort, these classically elegant island-style rooms offer a range of beautiful views overlooking the resort’s iconic main pool, the crystalline sea or the lavishly landscaped grounds. Romantic and serene, with all the touches of modernity, each is appointed with dark crown moldings, mahogany furnishings and cool stone floors set against a palette of soft cream and ivory. Enjoy the scents and sounds of the Caribbean from a decorative French balcony of floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors protected by a white wrought-iron rail in all other rooms. For your refreshment, your room includes Robert Mondavi varietal wines and a refrigerator stocked with bottled water, juice, soda and local beer.
View: Oceanfront, Oceanview, Pool
Bedding: 1 King Bed
Honeymoon Luxury Oceanview Club Level $5598 ($2799 per person based on double occupancy)
Located in the heart of the resort in the Esperance within 2nd & 3rd floors, these elegant rooms offer beautiful views overlooking the Caribbean Sea. All rooms feature a custom crafted king-size bed, flat screen TV, sitting area, French balcony, and bathroom with a walk in shower and back-lit mirror. Enjoy the scents and sounds of the Caribbean, as each room is accented by a decorative French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. For your refreshment, your room includes a refrigerator stocked with bottled water, juice, soda and an in-room bar with a variety of liquors. Guests staying in this category enjoy Club Sandals concierge services, including exclusive Club Sandals Lounge check-in and a dedicated concierge available to handle any special requests and reservations, such as spa appointments or dinner reservations.
View: Oceanview, Pool
Bedding: 1 King Bed
Optional Upgrades
- Room upgrades (based on availability)
- Butler service
- Private airport transfer
- Expedited airport services
- Extra nights at the resort at a discounted rate
- Island excursions
Trip FAQ’s
Yes! Many of our guests arrive early or stay late to enjoy all the amenities our gorgeous resorts offer. We are pleased to help you save some money, too, by offering you the group rate we have negotiated with the resort.
No! Vaccination requirements have been lifted for all of our current destinations.
Sandals Resorts offer only one king bed in all of their rooms. However, we can request a rollaway for your room.
We highly encourage you to purchase travel insurance. After you have made your deposit and completed your client tasks on our portal, we send you travel insurance quotes from Allianz, a highly respected agency.
Yes! The resorts we use are luxury resorts that cater to anyone who is looking for fun in the sun. There is so much to do at the resort that you can easily fill your day and night without stepping foot on the pickleball court. Those looking for some relaxing down time will find that here too! The lounge chairs throughout the properties, both on the beach and at the pools, offer plenty of places for some R&R.
Our rates are designed to deliver an exceptional, all-inclusive group experience, so we do not offer discounts for non-players. Every guest enjoys a thoughtfully curated program featuring exclusive events like a private dinner on the beach, a private cocktail reception, a Meet & Greet, and a Welcome Bag—along with access to our signature pickleball clinics and tournaments.
A deposit of $400 is required to secure your room for your Pickleball in Paradise vacation.
- In the event that you need to cancel your trip, $200 of the deposit is refundable 95 days before your departure. Or, if you are unable to keep the reservation for your originally booked dates but would like to change to a different trip, the full deposit amount may be transferred to another Pickleball in Paradise trip through Straight Away Travel in the same calendar year.
- 95 days before the trip – the full balance for the trip is due.
- 95 days before the trip – all payments are nonrefundable.
VIP Extras Included with Every Pickleball in Paradise Trip
- Discounted group rate for a luxury all-inclusive vacation
- Stress-free planning at no cost to you (when you book through Pickleball in Paradise we take care of every detail)
- Private cocktail reception with a selection of appetizers
- Private beach dinner for the group
- 5 X 7 group photo
- and so much more!
