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Aerial view of ocean waves gently lapping Jupiter Beach, Florida.

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

The beach at Jupiter Beach Resort is in the process of being built up bigger and better than what you remember. But how and why? Read More

A rendering of the circus-inpsired lobby at Cirque St. Armands Beachside in Lido Key, Florida.

Cirque St. Armands: A New Sarasota Hotel with a Circus-Sophisticated Spin

Sure, it has the classic hallmarks of an Opal: signature hospitality, the best in food and beverage, and a prime location just steps from the beach. But when you see the collection’s newest reimagined Lido Beach hotel, you just can’t deny, there is something oh-so singular about this property that masterly blends sophistication, spectacular, and surprising. Read More

Renderings of future Opal properties: Cirque St. Armands Beachside, Opal Sol, and Olde Naples Hotel.

3 New Gulf Coast Florida Resorts Coming to Opal

Prepare to pack your bags for the Gulf Coast of Florida. Because it’s soon to be the home of Opal’s three newest and – dare we say? – most novel properties. Read More

9 Secrets You Never Knew About the Portsmouth Music Hall

Ship-like stage rigging, a fantastical lower-level lobby, and a fate that almost resulted in being turned into condos…twice. You may be familiar with The Music Hall as an iconic Portsmouth New Hampshire landmark, but how well do you really know this 1878 performing arts space? Read More

7 Reasons The Sagamore is a Condé Nast Traveler “Most-Booked” Hotel

The people have spoken. Or, more like, the readers have spoken. Better yet: the readers have booked. We’re referring to the fact that The Sagamore Resort was a top 15 most-booked hotel by Condé Nast Traveler readers for the year of 2023. Here’s why. Read More

An aerial view of the rooftop bar of Elevate at Opal Grand.

Best Rooftop Bars on the Eastern Seaboard

If you’re looking for rooftop bars along the eastern coast of the US, we have six worthy waterside picks in Opal destinations, from Bar Harbor, Maine, down to Key West, Florida. Read More

A recently renovated king room at Sandpearl Resort.

Design in Detail: Sandpearl Resort’s All-New Seaside-Chic Rooms

Between the beach and pool experiences, the spa, and some of the best dining in Clearwater, it’s no wonder Sandpearl Resort is a beloved Florida Gulf Coast hotel. But – believe it or not – there’s even more to love now, thanks to a recent renovation of all 253 guest rooms and suites. Read More

The main entrance leading into the 20 different art spaces of Fairgrounds St. Pete.

FloridaRAMA: An Artist’s Surreal Salute to the State of Florida

When it comes to art created in the age of Instagram, the recipe for success is that it must be immersive and interactive in order to be indelible. Fairgrounds St. Pete takes that formula one step further by throwing in a heaping helping of technology to create a wander-worthy wonderland that is a hat tip to the state of Florida. Read More

A cozy restaurant with a wine wall and set tables, a modern dining area with abstract wall design and globe decor, and a couple enjoying a wine cellar with hanging branches and exposed brick.

Opal’s Most Opulent “Social Event Dining Spaces”

What is a social event zone? It’s Opal’s unique term for an intimate, semi-private dining experience that connects you to the restaurant in a one-of-a-kind way. And we’ve got just the selection of stunning spaces to serve your group. Read More

Design in Detail: The Capri Inn’s Rejuvenating Refresh

Flamingo-fresh wall art, a private cottage accommodation that one starred in a home improvement TV series, and baby blue bicycle cruisers – these are just a few of the bright and breezy highlights to look forward to when you stay at Opal’s newest Naples hotel. Read More

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