There is a certain breed of tennis player who cannot be stopped by the weather, and the debate over winter tennis in Florida vs. summer tennis in New England resorts is one they live rather than argue.
From the prominent Coachella Valley to the breezy coastlines of San Diego and Santa Barbara, this guide covers seven standout properties that have made California one of the most celebrated tennis destinations in the world.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort has been serving unforgettable match moments from the time its first guests stepped onto the tennis courts in 1976. Fifty years later, that legacy continues to rally. In late 2025, the acclaimed Roy Barth Tennis Center added two new padel courts to its award-winning lineup.
There is a certain breed of tennis player who cannot be stopped by the weather, and the debate over winter tennis in Florida vs. summer tennis in New England resorts is one they live rather than argue.
From the prominent Coachella Valley to the breezy coastlines of San Diego and Santa Barbara, this guide covers seven standout properties that have made California one of the most celebrated tennis destinations in the world.
This guide covers six padel resorts in Italy, from a family-friendly all-inclusive village on the Calabrian coast to a five-star lakeside retreat in Veneto.Â
The TRO team has not visited this resort yet; the information provided combines our research and information taken from the resort’s website. We recommend you contact the resort before visiting to ensure its accuracy.
The tennis program itself consists of 15 hours of instruction/week on the resort's two hard courts. It is under the direction of Luis Machado, a top ranked player in Portugal in his youth and now one of the top seniors. Free use of tennis courts (outside of coaching time)
Off Court
The flexible self-catering accommodation and fantastic climate make this a suitable venue for everyone from singles to families and large groups.
Key Features
15 hour intensive tennis program
High-quality self-catering apartments
Maid service
Children's’ play area
Two large pools and one paddling pool
Free wi-fi
Typical Algarvian village
Sandy beaches
Eight nearby golf courses
60 minutes from Faro International airport
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