This or That: Florida’s East Coast vs. Gulf Coast
We give you the lay of the land of both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts and some highlights of each to define which is right for your next Florida beach vacation. Read More
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6 Top Holiday Cocktails You’ll Want to Sip in 2024
These holiday cocktails – part of Opal’s specialty holiday cocktail program – aren’t just complex symphonies of flavor, they’re liquid works of art. And we’ve got the recipes for you to recreate during your own holiday festivities. Read More
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Stone Crab Season in Florida: What to Know & Where to Get It
Beloved for their delicate, sweet meat, Florida stone crabs dominate minds and menus from October to May. Here’s why they’re so sought after and the best places to get your claws on, well, these delicious claws. 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
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The Tennis Getaway Guide to Sarasota
If yours is a group looking for a tennis vacation, look no further than The Resort at Longboat Key Club in Sarasota, one of Florida’s top tennis resorts. Read More
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The Family Reunion Guide to Treasure Island
A family retreat headquartered at Treasure Island Beach Resort puts you within striking distance of John’s Pass Village in Madeira Beach, museums in St. Pete, and Busch Gardens in Tampa. Read More
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Samoset Resort’s Greatest Golf Holes
What qualifies a truly top golf hole is a delicate mix of beauty and skill. Samoset's thicket of trees and meandering Penobscot Bay views are precisely the secret sauce in creating a course that is equally challenging and beautiful. Read More
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The Girls’ Getaway Guide to Lake George
A girls’ getaway in Lake George marries Adirondack outdoor adventure with rest and relaxation at The Sagamore Resort, secluded on its own private island. Read More
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The Family Reunion Guide to Longboat Key
A brand-new resort, an easy-to-reach location, and all the best multi-generational Sarasota activities? That’s just a few of the reasons why Longboat Key makes for the ultimate family reunion location. Read More
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The Ultimate Family Vacation in Sarasota
Between all-you-can-eat Amish dinner buffets to a massive shark observation tank, Sarasota’s multi-generational attractions make it the ultimate location for your next family retreat. Read More
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Your Special Birthday Bash Guide to Clearwater Beach
Is your friend’s – or maybe your own – 40th birthday coming up? Celebrate this milestone with a destination party in a locale you'll never forget. We have just the place… Read More
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The Couples’ Fourth of July Getaway Guide to Bar Harbor
When it comes to Fourth of July Getaways, there’s no better town for your group of friends to escape to than Bar Harbor, boasting lobster races, live music, and fireworks. Read More
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Opal’s Love Letter to Key West: The Capitana’s Custom Mural by Southern Florida’s Marine Artist, K.C. Scott
Meet the former pro golfer from Michigan turned renowned Southern Florida marine artist who painted the stunning custom mural for Opal’s new boutique hotel...and the island of Key West. Read More
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