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A Coveted Coastal New England Road Trip

The beauty of a multi-day, 220-mile road trip up the craggy coast from Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Bar Harbor, Maine isn’t just the plethora of enticing pit stops along the route – from high culture to scenic coves. It’s also the way that Opal properties serve as your easy and convenient overnight waypoints for piecing together one epic coastal cruise. Read More

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Best Family Beach Resorts in Florida

Planning a family beach vacation to Florida? From morning splash time to sunset s’mores, Opal Collection offers a variety of beach resorts up and down the coast that take the hassle out of family vacations. Read More

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Opal Key’s Fresh Dining & Design: A Key West Resort Renovation

If you’ve been waiting to hear the latest on Opal Key Resort & Marina’s renovated spaces – an upgraded arrival experience, expanded pool area, and exciting new restaurant concept – here’s what you need to know. Read More

A gourmet dish featuring grilled octopus served in Ringside, Cirque St. Armands newest Sarasota restaurant.

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10 Best New Sarasota Restaurants to Visit in 2025

Whether you’re a local foodie or planning an upcoming visit, this insider’s guide reveals the most anticipated restaurants to open in Sarasota, Florida, including Opal’s own Ringside restaurant at Cirque St. Armands Beachside. Read More

The eighth-floor views at The Lucie in Hutchinson Island, Florida.

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5 Digital Detox Retreats Designed for Distancing

We live in a noisy world with so much content vying for our attention. If you’re looking to distance yourself with a digital detox retreat, we have five worthy – and diversly different – picks in Opal destinations. Read More

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10 Experiences to Level Up Your Next Opal Escape

Opal Collection resorts and hotels are more than just luxurious places to lay your head. From private chef-led culinary events to hands-on outdoor adventures you’ll be raving about for years to come, here’s how our collection can craft and connect you to indelible experiences that discerning travelers covet. Read More

Whether you're planning where to go next or what to do on an already‑booked vacation, discover the travel destinations with Opal

Two people sit close together on a rocky surface, overlooking a scenic landscape with clouds and a colorful sunset sky—a perfect moment to enjoy the peace of shoulder season, as shrubs and trees line the edge of the rocky area.

6 Best-Kept Travel Secrets of the September-October Shoulder Season

From beachfront bites (at a fraction of the price) to backcountry hikes, these are the signature experiences you’ll only find across Opal destinations during the golden stretch of September through October. Read More

An American flag stands on a rocky stone slab in the foreground by a calm coastal bay—anchored boats, seaweed, and pines under a blue sky evoke the serene beauty you’ll find when you cruise Vinalhaven with Opal Collection.

How to Make The Most of Your Cruise to Vinalhaven

Kown for its lobster fishery, nature preserves, and fiercely kept local culture, Vinalhaven is a popular day-trip destination. Here’s our guide to everything the island has to offer, from well-known destinations to hidden gems. Read More

An aerial view of the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse in Rockport, Maine.

7 Questions You Didn’t Know You Had About the Rockland Breakwater

The Rockland Breakwater is more than just a scenic path extending into Penobscot Bay, Maine. Its rich history holds intriguing details. For example, did you know it’s made of the same iconic granite that was used to build the Washington Monument? Read More

A woman in a long dress walks on a sandy path lined with rope and wooden posts toward the best beach Florida has to offer, where blue umbrellas and lounge chairs await under a bright, partly cloudy sky.

Best Beaches in Florida: Delray Beach Wins Number One Yet Again for 2025

Scenic, natural, and accessible – these are just a few of the reasons Delray Beach was deservedly awarded “Best Beach in Florida” in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Read More

A misty sunrise spreads across the New York High Peaks Region.

3 Charming Adirondack Towns to Visit in New York’s High Peaks Region

Whether you’re here in summer, winter, or fall, or are looking for adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both, the Adirondack towns of Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Keene Valley – all within easy driving distance of Lake Placid Lodge – set the stage for an unforgettable Adirondack vacation. Read More

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6 Best-Kept Travel Secrets of the September-October Shoulder Season

How to Make The Most of Your Cruise to Vinalhaven

7 Questions You Didn’t Know You Had About the Rockland Breakwater

Best Beaches in Florida: Delray Beach Wins Number One Yet Again for 2025

3 Charming Adirondack Towns to Visit in New York’s High Peaks Region

From Paris with Plants: The New Skincare Standard at Opal Spas

Find Your Staymate: Kindred Hotels Across Opal Collection

Bigger, Better & Beautiful: Jupiter’s 2025 Beach Renourishment Project

New in the Northeast for 2025 Summer Season

Top Things to Do in Bar Harbor from May to August 2025

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