By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes
From FamilyTravel.com
Have you tried the fast-growing sport of pickleball? It’s often described as a combination of badminton, ping pong and tennis. Here are five ways to fold the burgeoning sport into your next vacation.
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Phoenix, Arizona
Perfect your pickleball skills during a stay in this sun-drenched Arizona resort where 17 lighted courts and a full-service pro shop await. Sign up for group or individual instruction with a certified instructor or play your own game with the family. Later, the gang can cool off in the lazy river, frolic on the serpentine water slide or the kids splash pad, or simply soak up the sun. Book some spa time or a round on the championship Wildfire golf course. Ask about special packages, onsite walking trails and bike rentals….