The Association of Pickleball Players (APP) provides since 2019 opportunities for pickleball players of all ages and skill levels—professionals, amateurs and recreational—to compete in world-class pickleball events for the opportunity to win prize money and be featured on U.S. televised broadcasts.
The partnership connects the APP’s rapidly expanding live-event footprint with HotelPlanner’s technology-driven booking platform, offering access to discounted hotel rates, simplified planning tools, and around-the-clock customer support as the APP continues enhancing its event experience around competition, media, and technology.
“We’re proud to support the APP as it continues elevating the sport in the U.S.,” said Tim Hentschel, Co-CEO of HotelPlanner. “By delivering great hotel choices at great rates, we’re helping make travel easier for players, staff, and fans, while supporting the APP’s continued growth nationwide.”
As part of the partnership, HotelPlanner will provide MLTT with access to its booking platform, including hotel savings of up to 70%, travel-planning tools, and 24/7 U.S.-based member support. The collaboration will also include digital integration across APP platforms, including website visibility, social promotion, and presence at select league events.
“The APP is excited to partner with HotelPlanner as our go-to solution for travel,” said APP Chief Revenue Officer, Ryan McSpadden. “We’re looking forward to another amazing year on the APP Tour, with our 2026 slate featuring bigger and more enhanced events than ever before.”
The 2026 APP Tour season begins March 26-29 in Seattle with the AARP Open. Fans can book accommodations through the official portal here.
