About Us

DinkRetreats was born out of a passion for pickleball and unique travel experiences. Foodie-focused and local-spot obsessed, our private tours showcase the hidden gems of Portugal— along with the best pickleball in town.

Composed of Maria Young, a certified travel advisor and owner of concierge style service TripDownload (DinkRetreats’ parent company); and Nicole Villa, a certified passionate pickleball player who hosts an annual pickleball charity tournament supporting San Diego 501-C3s — DinkRetreats melds a passion for fun and experience.

Together we have traveled to 30+ countries and have 20+ years of travel planning and experiential marketing experience.

Expect inspiring, detailed itineraries filled with keen insight, personal recommendations, & seamless travel.

Contact us to put together a custom pickleball itinerary for you and your friends.

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A breathtaking aerial view of Lisbon, Portugal, showcasing red terracotta rooftops, white historic buildings, and a prominent church with a bell tower overlooking the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean under a partly cloudy sky.