It’s summer and spending time outdoors is a must! Whether you golf, play pickleball or just need an equipment refresh, Family Entourage is here with the top trends in sports and activities.
TEE-RIFIC SUMMER GOLF
It’s been a big week in golf as the Paris Olympic team was just announced including 4 Americans… The Travelers Championship is underway with a $20M purse on the PGA Tour and it’s the perfect time for everyone to get out on the greens and enjoy a round of golf.
There are so many great courses in Sacramento area but if you’re like our family golf is always worked into our vacation destinations too. Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad is San Diego’s only course designed by Arnold Palmer and recognized as one of Best Resort Golf Courses in Country by Golf Digest.
The fairways are stunning as the course features a memorable coastal layout. It’s uniquely sculpted around rolling hillsides and landscaped with wildflowers native to Southern California, the par 72 course offers plenty of bunkers and water features over the 7,007 yards.
After playing make sure you dine overlooking the 18th green at Ember & Rye. This Richard Blais steakhouse is a delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality offering delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at Aviara Golf Club.
FASTEST GROWING SPORT: PICKLEBALL
According to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association, Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America. Grew by 51.8% since 2022 with 13.6 million players in the US and we’re in that group too! It was in 1965 by three dads whose kids were bored with summertime activities. Playing benefits your health and your social card too. One of the draws for pickleball is that it is easy to learn for kids through seniors but even the most skilled athletes can get competitive too. Many people find it a little easier on their joints than tennis too. You can play in a league, your backyard and most places where tennis is offered.
Aviara Racquet Club is ranked among the Top 25 Tennis Resorts in the world by Tennis Resorts Online. Whether you are a local wanting to have a regular place to play or on vacation and want to to a pickle ball tournament with the family, the Park Hyatt Aviara offers five state-of-the-art tennis courts and four pickle ball courts with stadium seating for events and tournament.
WATER ACTIVITIES
Sailing is the #1 water sports activity in the United States with kayaking, parasailing, surfing and stand up paddle boarding all making the Top 10 list.
Whether you’re on Folsom Lake or at the American River, gear up with Vessi 100% waterproof shoes for all your water activity and travel needs. The sneakers feel more like wearing a sock than a traditional shoe and don’t need a break-in period, so your feet won’t blister or chaf.
From being on a boat, to kayaking or trying to stand up on a paddleboard, Vessi’s are great because not only do they keep your feet dry, but they provide great protection and grip.
Plus Vessi shoes are perfect for the whole family regardless of your water activities this Summer as they just launched their redesigned kids line. Now any age can wear the machine washable shoes and the have updated fit is better so kids can soak up every bit of summer.
