As leaders in experiential pickleball marketing, Pickleball in the Sun works with luxury resorts and destinations to spotlight their pickleball programs and amenities as Premier Pickleball in the Sun Destinations—helping the more than 48 million pickleball players nationwide discover incredible places to play.
Laura Gainor also writes the Premier Pickleball Destinations feature in each issue of Pickleball Magazine, highlighting resorts and travel experiences where players can enjoy world-class pickleball alongside unforgettable destinations.
As the social play movement continues to grow, many of these destinations are also becoming natural places for other social games to thrive—including the rising popularity of mahjong gatherings and game nights through Mahjong in the Sun.
This page features a collection of destinations highlighted through Pickleball in the Sun and in Laura’s Pickleball Magazine column.
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Premier Pickleball in the Sun Destination: Omni Amelia Island Resort
Premier Pickleball In The Sun Destination — Nestled on 1,350 acres at the tip of a barrier island off the Florida coast, the beautiful Omni Amelia Island Resort offers luxurious oceanfront accommodations with unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean, world-class resort pools, championship golf, a full-service spa and 7 dedicated pickleball courts at the Amelia Island Racquet Park with programming by Cliff Drysdale.
Premiere Pickleball Destination: Amway Grand Plaza
The great northern state of “Pure Michigan” is making a name for itself within the pickleball scene, most notably through the Amway Grand Plaza hotel located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. If you and your family are looking for a pristine resort space nestled amongst the bustling city limits of Grand Rapids, look no further: the Amway Grand Plaza is the destination for you!