Track: Future of Leisure

Padel is no longer just one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, it is rapidly becoming a powerful driver of active tourism and travel experiences. From amateur training camps and social padel holidays to luxury sport resorts and destination-led travel packages, a new global ecosystem of “padel tourism” is emerging. In this dynamic conversation, sports journalist and sports events master of ceremonies Alberto Montenegro interviews Alessandro Di Stefano, founder of Padel Travel, one of the pioneering tour operators specialized in padel tourism based in Málaga, Spain. Together, they will explore the latest consumer trends shaping the market, the evolving profile of the padel traveler, and the growing role of hotels, clubs, academies, destinations, travel agencies, and tour operators in commercializing padel travel experiences worldwide. The session will provide practical insights into how the industry is building new tourism products around padel, and why this segment is becoming one of the most exciting growth opportunities in sports tourism and leisure travel.

Tourism has become one of the strongest gateways for padel’s international growth. As hotels, resorts and destinations embrace the sport as a strategic asset, new opportunities arise to attract visitors, enhance loyalty and create experiences that extend far beyond the court. This session explores how hospitality brands can accelerate the sport’s expansion while delivering meaningful local impact and shared value.

With the paricipation of:

Bruno Hallé Boix, Partner at Cushman Wakefield Hospitality Spain

Ana García-Rivera, Marketing, Sales, and PR Director at Calderona Wellness

Antonio Chaves, Padel Manager at Higuerón Sport Club

Javier Duces