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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

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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

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Opal Sol or Opal Sands? A Guide to Clearwater Beach’s New Resort Duo

Considering a stay at either Opal Sol or Opal Sands? Here are the essential things you should know about Opal Collection’s new "sol" mate properties – including what makes each resort unique, their shared resort amenities, and which one best suits your unique stay. 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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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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Best Beaches in Florida: Why Delray Beach Was Voted Number One in 2024

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

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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

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Where To Stay: Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa

Hutchinson Island feels like an isolated island well off the beaten path, full of pristine, laid-back beach time. The beauty is that this barrier island is an hour north of West Palm Beach and offers easy access to an “Old Florida” downtown for both sights and services. STAY: An… Read More

Top Events and Activities in the “Cooler” Months in Midcoast Maine

Top picks for winter activities and events to build a getaway around in Midcoast Maine each month, November through March. Read More

A Floridian Chef’s Twist on Lobster

Executive Chef Andy Gayler’s recipe for lobster lasagna puts a fresh, Florida spin on a Maine classic, ripe for winter and fall menus at home. Read More

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Top Fall Road Trips: Coastal Maine

When it’s autumn in New England, the coast of Maine makes for a fall drive worth its weight in more than just lobster and fall foliage. Read More

Your Guide to Treasure Island, Florida

Florida’s Treasure Island has miles of white sand beaches, but don’t forget the many vacation activities at your fingertips, on island, and in the area. Read More

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How to Plot the Perfect Couple’s Weekend at Lake Placid Lodge

A weekend getaway to the Lake Placid Lodge sans kids can be a (long overdue) rejuvenation for parents. Read More

Top Five Freshest Ways to See Fall Foliage

From the balloon-filled skies of the Adirondacks to the coast of Maine, here are five fresh ways to take in the fiery foliage of fall this season. Read More

The Best Cuban Food, Sights, and Finds in Key West

Get an authentic taste of Cuba by eating your way through the streets of Old Town Key West. Read More

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Photo Contest: #Its5pmAtOpalContest

No vacation is complete without a toast – to your health, to an amazing vacation, to spending time with those you care about most. That’s why we asked Opal guests to share their favorite libation photos at an Opal resort using the hashtag #Its5pmAtOpalContest captioning what they were toasting to. Read More

Heirloom Apples to Taste and Pick Yourself This Fall

Here’s why these little gems are all the rage this fall, which ones to try, plus where to go on a pick-your-own-apples day trip from Opal hotels in New York and Maine. Read More

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