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A holiday-themed cocktail part of Opal's seasonal cocktail program.

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6 Top Holiday Cocktails To Ring in 2025

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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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

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Unforgettable Date Night Ideas in Opal Destinations

Whether you’re vacationing as a couple or with family, the perfect vacation isn’t complete without the perfect date night. Here are some picks from Bar Harbor to Key West. Read More

As dusk settles, a sailboat adorned with colorful string lights graces the calm waters, reminiscent of vibrant holiday boat parades. The reflections dance on the surface, while a smaller boat quietly drifts in the distance beneath a serene blue sky.

Save the Date: Top Holiday Boat Parades Across Opal Destinations

Florida’s waterways light up like Rockefeller Center for the Sunshine State’s spin on the classic holiday boat parade. Read More

What to Do in Delray Beach after Dark

Delray Beach may be best known for its beaches, but its nightlife is just as noteworthy and filled with experiences you’ll relive long after you’ve returned home. Read More

Beach options in Hutchinson Island and Longboat Key, Florida

This or That: Hutchinson Island or Longboat Key

They’re both islands and great Florida beach getaways. But one’s on the East Coast, the other’s on the gulf, each with its own vibe. Which is right for you? Read More

Kicking Back at Opal’s Florida Beach Bars

Every oceanfront Florida vacation deserves some toes-in-the-sand sunset time at a beach bar. Here, we bring you inside Opal’s very own on both coasts. Read More

A colorful hot air balloon floats in a clear blue sky, surrounded by a few white clouds. The sun shines brightly, creating a vibrant and cheerful atmosphere.

Our Picks: 5 Top Aerial Adventures on the East Coast

Five fresh aerial adventures, from hot-air ballooning in the Adirondacks to going weightless on a Florida plane ride. Read More

48 Hours on Florida’s Hutchinson Island

Our list of things to do for a weekend on this barrier island on Florida’s Treasure Coast runs the gamut from rock and roll to exploring underwater shipwrecks. Read More

A luxurious resort with a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas. Several palm trees line the area, and the resort building stands in the background against a bright blue sky.

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

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

Two docked fishing boats with multiple antennas are seen at sunset, a perfect end to a day exploring things to do in Delray Beach. The sun is partially visible between the boats, casting a warm glow, while scattered clouds fill the sky, adding depth to this coastal scene.

Delray Beach: What to Do on the Water

Here’s our guide to the best water-oriented things to do in Delray Beach. Read More

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