Tennis vacations at California TennisHotels and Resorts- If I could count the number of times I've gone on a trip and began looking for a tennis court, I'd be a rich man who would build my own resort with tennis courts. While some say golf and spa treatments have taken over, there are millions who will beg to differ about the popularity of tennis vacations. Not only is tennis a great outdoors sport to enjoy while on the road (tennis rackets are easy to pack and travel with), it's all a family friendly activity that saves money.  From San Diego to Santa Maria and Little River, we've traveled the coast and found tennis courts in all sorts of places. Obviously the best courts for convenience will be at your hotel, but if you don't see it on this list below, chances are you'll find a community court with free public access somewhere in the town or city you're staying in.  In the beautiful Palm Desert there's nothing quite like a game of tennis in the dry, warm climate. But you'll find fabulous tennis courts at hotels and resorts throughout California. Silverado Country Club in Napa Wine Country not only features a beautiful golf course at the hotel, it also enjoys a whopping 17 courts for play and tournaments.  For the corporate events, it's a great option to golf for those who prefer a different sport. For the weekend vacationer, a game of tennis in places such as Napa allows you to burn calories so you'll be good to go for another round of wine sampling in the Napa Valley. Wherever you travel and whatever you do, be sure to schedule a tennis game for a bit of diversion and fun. Like all information about hotel features, please confirm that the courts are open before heading to a destination to play tennis. Top photo shows Hotel del Coronado tennis courts.