Meet Our 2017 #H2OpalPhotoContest Finalists
Whether it’s on the lakes of New York, the beaches of Florida, or the rocky coast of Maine, on-the-water experiences are at the heart of every Opal Collection resort and destination. Read More
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Photo Contest: #H2OpalPhotoContest
Whether it’s on the lakes of New York, the beaches of Florida, or the rocky coast of Maine, on-the-water experiences are at the heart of every Opal Collection resort and destination. Read More
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Capturing the Night Sky in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is known as the East Coast’s premier spot for night photography; just ask local expert photographer, Acadia Night Sky Festival contributor, and park volunteer Bob Thayer. He knows the best locales, time of year, and subjects to frame to get that gallery-worthy shot. Even if it’s… Read More
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Celebrating the Skies at the Adirondack Balloon Festival
The timeless appeal behind ballooning, an experience Adirondack Balloon Company Owner Kiersten Owen describes as the “closest sensation to floating,” is at the heart of why close to 150,000 people descend on Lake George to ascend at the Adirondack Balloon Festival. It’s not hard to understand the… Read More
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Maine on Mars? The Red Planet Borrows These Popular Mount Desert Island Landmarks’ Names
Yes, there’s a Bar Harbor on Mars. There’s also an Acadia, a Mount Desert Island, even a Cadillac Mountain – all thanks to a NASA geologist who, when naming these sites, drew from her favorite Maine attractions. Read More
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National Picnic Month: Our Top 5 Picnic Spots
Grab your red checkered blanket. In honor of July being National Picnic Month, we point you to the best places for a picnic near Opal resorts. Read More
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Murky Origins: The Truth behind These Opal Destination Names
Did Treasure Island actually ever contain buried treasure? Why was Key West’s original translation “bone island”? We reveal the true origins of these town names in popular Opal destinations. Read More
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The Group Fishing Retreat to Hutchinson Island
When it comes to planning a fishing vacation with your buds, the key is picking the right spot – and there’s no better place than the “Sailfish Capital of the World.” Read More
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Star Struck: The Best Star Gazing Opportunities across Opal Destinations
Love looking up at the cosmos? Then you’ll enjoy this guide that outlines the best places to go stargaze near Opal properties. Read More
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Aquatic Paradises: Opal’s Best Hotel Pools
When it comes to truly cool pools, no other properties know how to make a splash quite like these Opal resorts. Read More
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