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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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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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Our Picks: Fun Fall Festivals
Exploring everything from hot-air ballooning to ski jumping amid prime foliage season to succulent stone crab is on our list of top fall festivals this year. Read More
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Meet Our #Its5pmAtOpalContest Finalists
No vacation is complete without a toast – to your health, to an amazing vacation, to spending time with those you care about most. Read More
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A Guide to Florida Stone Crab
Every fall, Florida goes ga-ga for its stone crab claws. But there’s much more to this seasonal local delicacy than its succulent meat. Read More
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What Is Pickleball? Rules, Roots, and Where to Play
We give you the basics on how to play this family-friendly sport sweeping the country. Read More
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