What to Pack in Your Naples Beach Bag
The Edgewater Beach Hotel’s top picks for what to bring to the stunning white sand beaches of Naples. Read More
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Opal Sol or Opal Sands? A Guide to Clearwater Beach’s New Resort Duo
“Sol” mate properties Opal Sol and Opal Sands are about to become Clearwater Beach’s most sought-after resort experience. Discover what makes each property unique, their shared amenities, and their diverse dining options. 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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Whether you're planning where to go next or what to do on an already‑booked vacation, discover the travel destinations with Opal
5 Top Attractions In Florida Vacation Destinations
Where will your Florida vacation take you? We make your decision easy by highlighting five draws at every Opal destination in the Sunshine state. Clearwater Caladesi Island State Park, voted Florida’s best beach multiple times. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home to movie… Read More
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Opal’s Guide to Florida Spring Training
The Grapefruit League’s five ballparks near Opal destinations get you up close with your favorite Major League stars. Read More
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Your Shopping Guide to Naples
Naples’s five walkable, high-end districts, home to hundreds of shops and boutiques, have helped build the coastal city’s reputation as one of the best fashion destinations south of Fifth Avenue. Photo courtesy of Marissa Collections Fifth Avenue South Frequently mentioned among the best shopping centers in… Read More
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Our Picks: Best Poolside Cocktails
Find fresh cocktail drinks poolside at Opal Collection properties. Read More
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How To Choose Your Florida Beach Vacation
We help you decide what your Sunshine State of mind should be. Read More
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The Angler’s Guide To Prized Florida Catches
Anglers are adventurers by heart, and these four catches offer rare bragging rights and challenge in equal measure. Read More
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Top Adventures for 2016
We’ve got six experiences to make your 2016 a year to remember. Read More
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Finding a Phantom: The Endangered Florida Panther
Catching a glimpse of an endangered Florida panther is no easy feat, but you’ll be better equipped after reading our guide to the feline phantom, its growing population, and where to find it. There are now an estimated 100 to 180 Florida panthers living in the wild, compared to just… Read More
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Our Picks: National Parks For Every Child
Inspired by the National Parks Service’s new “Every Kid in a Park” initiative that grants free access to parks nationwide for every fourth-grader in America, we share our picks for the best natural wonders around for every family. Acadia National Park [Bar Harbor, ME] Best for Families looking for a National… Read More
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