There was a time when a luxury short break meant a spa, a beach club and a dinner reservation you’d been looking forward to for weeks. Now, for a growing number of travellers, the ideal escape still includes all of that – but with a few hours on court, a sense of community and a little healthy competition woven in.
Enter the padel trip.
As padel continues its rise, the travel world is starting to respond. What makes it especially suited to travel is that it is not purely about performance. Unlike more solitary fitness-led breaks, padel is inherently social. It works for couples, friendship groups, colleagues and mixed ability groups. You can arrive as a keen player or a complete beginner and still feel part of the energy around it.
That is exactly why padel trips are becoming so appealing. They sit in a sweet spot between sport and lifestyle. You get movement without the intensity of a bootcamp. You get structure to the day without feeling over-programmed. You get a shared experience, but one that still leaves plenty of room for long lunches, pool time, sunset drinks and dinners that feel worth dressing up for.
A new kind of
luxury escape
In many ways, the padel trip reflects a wider shift in how people want to travel now.
Luxury is no longer only about stillness or indulgence. More often, it is about balance. Travellers want beautiful hotels and exceptional food, but they also want a trip to feel energising, memorable and connected. They want something to do, not in an overly scheduled way, but in a way that gives the days shape and creates a natural rhythm.
That is where padel works so brilliantly. It gives the escape a focal point. Mornings feel purposeful, afternoons feel earned and evenings flow naturally into the social side of the destination. Rather than simply lying by the pool all day, you are part of something – whether that is a coaching session, a relaxed tournament or a post match lunch with new people.
More than just a
sport led holiday
What makes padel travel so attractive is that it is not really about sport alone.
The best padel escapes blend movement, leisure and atmosphere in equal measure. One moment you are on court, the next you are having lunch in the sunshine, stretching out by the pool or getting ready for dinner somewhere that feels distinctly of the destination. It is active, but never harsh. Social, but never overdone.
That is why the format works for such a wide mix of travellers. For friendship groups, it offers a shared experience with a bit of playful competition. For couples, it brings a sense of energy and fun to a long weekend away. For work trips or modern incentive travel, it offers a more relaxed and contemporary take on connection and team bonding.
It feels less corporate than a traditional work retreat and more engaging than a standard leisure break. In other words, it feels incredibly modern.
Why Ibiza is the
perfect setting
There are few places better suited to this kind of experience than Ibiza.
The island already lends itself to a certain style of travel: sunshine, beautiful design, laid-back glamour and an easy day-to-night energy that makes even a short trip feel full. But beyond its well known party reputation, Ibiza also offers a more refined side – one built around wellness, elevated dining, social beach culture and a strong sense of lifestyle.
That makes it a particularly smart destination for a padel led escape. You are not just going for the game. You are going for the wider atmosphere around it.
A day in Ibiza can hold all of those contrasts effortlessly; coaching and tournament play by day, time by the pool in the afternoon and rooftop cocktails or dinner by evening. The destination does a lot of the work for you.
Introducing
Luxx Collective x XPI Padel Ibiza
That is exactly why the new Luxx Collective x XPI Padel Ibiza experience feels so well judged.
Rather than being positioned as a traditional sports package, it has been designed as a curated four-day island escape for those who want to play hard and unwind in style. The itinerary blends world-class padel sessions with luxury dining, curated downtime and experiences that tap into Ibiza’s vibrant social energy.
Guests arrive from the UK and head to Mongibello for check-in, juices and pastries before transferring to Bubble Padel Club for their first afternoon session with Spanish coaches, tailored to the group’s level and requirements. From there, the trip unfolds across a mix of tournament play, local social matches, club lunches and time to relax.
The second and third days bring a stronger competitive element, with mix-in tournaments alongside local residents, island-versus-you style matches, prizes and drinks, balanced by poolside downtime and dinners at elevated Ibiza favourites such as Bambuddha and Tapas Ibiza. There is even the option to continue the evening at one of the island’s iconic spots, such as Pikes, for those who want to lean into Ibiza after dark.
Then on day four, the pace softens. Guests can spend the day relaxing by the pool, heading out on an e-bike tour, joining a Kundalini yoga session or fitting in more padel before heading home.
The future of sport-led travel
Padel escapes also tap into a broader evolution within luxury travel. More travellers are looking for experiences that feel active and immersive without becoming punishing. They want trips that are social and stylish, but still leave room for rest. They want to come back feeling both relaxed and energised.
That is exactly what this format delivers.
The padel trip is not replacing the classic luxury escape. It is refining it for a new kind of traveller – one who still wants the beautiful setting and the excellent hospitality, but also wants a trip to feel alive.
And perhaps that is why this style of travel is gaining momentum. It offers all the pleasure of a glamorous getaway, but with a built-in sense of connection, movement and modern leisure.
Because sometimes the best kind of escape is one where you come home with a tan, a few new friends and a slightly improved backhand.
Considering the trip?
The Luxx Collective x XPI Padel Ibiza experience will run in May and June 2026, with prices from £1,495 per person, excluding flights.
Highlights include:
- 4-day package
- 4-star-plus sea view hotel
- breakfast included
- dinner across 3 nights
- international padel coaches
- padel court sessions across 3 days
- social mix-ins with island players
- island competition and prizes
- club lunches and soft drinks
- souvenir padel T-shirt
Minimum of 8 people per trip. T&Cs apply. Bookable by Luxx Collective.
Ready to book?
Send us an enquiry and we will get you matched to the right experience. Call or Whatsapp us on 0333 305 9912.
