Meet Our Team

Bruce A Phillips

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Bruce A. Phillips is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Luxury Pickle Travel, a global platform redefining active luxury travel through elite pickleball experiences paired with exceptional hospitality, wellness, culinary, and cultural programming.

David Pinsky

Co-Founder & Director of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

Dr. David Pinsky serves as Director of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Luxury Pickle Travel, bringing over 25 years of elite athletic experience to drive the company’s growth. He personally coached his two sons from early junior levels to #1 national rankings in U.S. junior tennis, training alongside legends including Serena and Venus Williams. 


Andrei Daescu

Owner • Co-Creator • Curator of Play

Andrei Daescu is a professional pickleball champion, elite coach, and co-creator of Luxury Pickle Travel. As a partner and owner, Andrei is responsible for curating the on-court experience across all destinations — from player matching and daily training design to competitive formats that elevate both performance and enjoyment.