Punta Cana Pickleball Escape
Grand Palladium Select Bavaro
A proper winter escape, not just a sports trip.
The appeal here is not only the courts. It is also the beach, the pool, the food, and the feeling of being away somewhere warm for long enough to enjoy it.
4 pickleball courts in a resort setting.
This gives the trip a real pickleball anchor while still keeping the overall feel relaxed, social, and easy to enjoy.
Why book Early? The Perfect Storm Brewing
Mexico has been losing appeal for many travelers because of heavy sargassum on the Caribbean side and cartel violence on the Pacific side. Cuba is completely closed to tourists, leaving roughly 2.2 million vacationers looking for another option. Canadians, like tourists from many countries, are moving their vacation dollars out of the U.S. Jamaica is still recovering from a major hurricane, and rising jet fuel costs make it a perfect storm for higher winter pricing. That is why locking in pricing early matters.
Get Group Benefits
group travellers vacationing together, receive one additional checked bag for free! Complimentary, block of seats together for the your group A non-refundable deposit of $150.00 per person is due at time of booking Final Payment Date is due 75 days prior to departure date
A relaxed upscale getaway for players and travel companions.
This is meant to test interest in a warm weather getaway that gives players plenty of time for fun games while still feeling like a proper resort holiday. It is designed to work for people who want pickleball to be part of the trip, not the entire trip.
Warm weather in early December
A chance to get away when many people are already thinking about winter and looking for somewhere warm, easy, and comfortable.
On Bávaro Beach
a renowned Caribbean destination featuring miles of white sand, turquoise waters, and coconut palms
Good for players and non players
People can come for the courts, the beach, the food, the atmosphere, or simply the idea of a polished winter escape.
A strong base for a trip like this.
Newly renovated
The Grand Palladium Bávaro Suites Resort & Spa in Punta Cana underwent a major $61 million renovation in 2025
4 pickleball courts
Lots of courts for different sports and a clear pickleball presence that keeps the trip appealing for players looking for fun games in the sun and lit night play.
All inclusive stay
5-star, 24-hour all-inclusive family resort located on Bavaro Beach. Featuring "Infinite Indulgence," it offers 600+ upgraded suites, access to 15+ restaurants (including à la carte) and 20+ bars across three sister properties, plus 5+ pools, a top-tier spa
15 restaurants
The Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort & Spa features extensive dining with access to numerous international restaurants, bars, and buffets within the shared Grand Palladium Punta Cana complex. Guests can enjoy à la carte dining—including Italian, Spanish, Mexican, Asian, and Steakhouse options—alongside 24/7 sports bar snacks and room service.
See how the resort is laid out.
The map gives a better sense of the beach frontage, room areas, courts, pools, and where everything sits across the resort.
See where the resort sits in Punta Cana.
The location in the world, while the resort map above shows the layout inside the property.
Grand Palladium Select Bavaro.
A short extra video for anyone who wants a little more feel for the resort.
A trip that gives both groups a reason to come.
For players
- Warm weather escape
- 4 pickleball courts
- Fun play without making the whole trip feel too intense
- Relaxed social atmosphere
For non players
- Endless activities
- Live music
- Casino
- Fitness classes
- Sports and other games
- Juice making classes
- Cooking classes
- Intro to mixology class
- Mamajuana workshop
- Paella classes
Based on a minimum of 12 people
This page gauges interest. Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
Let me know if this is something you may be interested in.
This is not a final booking form. It is simply a way to see who may want to be part of it. If there is enough interest, the next step can be a proper registration process.