nature, heritage, and meaningful connection rather than traditional resort formality.
FAIRMONT GRAND DEL MAR canyon-side grounds with European-inspired architecture, the property features four pickleball courts, weekly clinics, private lessons, and group tournament options led by experienced professionals. Shaded viewing areas and manicured surroundings create a social, spectator-friendly atmosphere on court.
Pickleball pairs seamlessly with championship golf, tennis, and a Forbes Five-Star spa, while acclaimed dining and elegant accommodations elevate the stay— making the Grand an ideal destination for structured play and polished hospitality without leaving the mainland. •
Fairmont Grand Del Mar: 4 Dedicated Courts San Diego, California fairmont. com / en / hotels / san-diego / fairmont-granddel-mar. html
Located in San Diego’ s Carmel Valley, just minutes from the coast, Fairmont Grand Del Mar delivers a refined pickleball experience within one of Southern California’ s most luxurious resorts. Set across expansive
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