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A gourmet dish featuring grilled octopus served in Ringside, Cirque St. Armands newest Sarasota restaurant.

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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

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5 Ways to Have Your Eggs Benedict at Latitudes

There's no one way to have your eggs Benedict at Delray Sands Resort. Case in point: Latitudes' special "All About Benedict" menu. From smoked salmon to lump crab, here are a few of the kitchen’s riffs on this decadent brunch classic. Read More

10 Can’t-Miss Seafood Dishes Across Opal Destinations

Seafood lovers, rejoice! From simple-but-sublime lobster rolls in Maine to yuzu-glazed yellowtail snapper in Key West, we’ve rounded up dishes that make the most of these ocean-dwellers for a culinary-inspired vacation you won’t soon forget. Read More

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7 Best Self-Care Vacation Ideas to Try this Fall

If you need a reset, a self-care escape might be what the doctor ordered. After all, there’s scientific evidence that these experiences will make you happier, healthier, and more relaxed. What else could you want from a vacation? Read More

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Design in Detail: Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa

Contemporary elegance and elevated island vibes leave their mark on every corner of Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa. We dive into the property’s modern upgrades, including a top-to-bottom refresh of all 175 rooms and re-imagined restaurant that is already being billed as one of the best in Palm Beach County. Read More

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Where to Find Top-Flight Spirits in Jupiter

While Jupiter doesn’t offer the same thumping nightlife as its glitzier, clubbier neighbors, it still boasts plenty of opportunities to experience the South Florida cocktail culture. Here’s where to go. Read More

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10 Things to Do in Delray Beach After Dark

Heading out into the city after dark? Delray Beach may be known for its spirited nightlife, but there are more ways than one to enjoy a night out in this popular destination – ways that don’t involve any imbibing at all. Read More

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Who’s Behind the Elaborate Sand Sculptures at Hutchinson Shores?

At the resort’s signature poolside bar, McKee’s Tiki Bar, just steps away from the bay, you can relax and unwind after a long day of adventuring with a refreshing tiki-inspired mocktail — all the fun and flavor, with zero of the booze. Read More

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Visiting During Turtle Nesting Season? Here’s What to Know

Throughout the spring and summer, thousands of sea turtles enact a 100-million-year-old ritual, crawling onto the beaches at night to lay clutches of eggs. Here’s how you can play a part in clearing the way for their survival. Read More

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Day On, Day Off: Delray Sands Resort & Delray Beach

What to do in Delray Beach? We’ve got the lowdown on how to spend two days here – one exclusively on-property at Delray Sands Resort; the other consumed with the can’t-miss things to do in town. Read More

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Morning Glory: 12 Best Ways To Start Your Day

Start your day off right, and the rest of it will fall into place. Luckily, Opal hotels boast a myriad of top-notch early-morning experiences sure to get you out your hotel room quickly. From standout breakfasts to scenic yoga sessions, here are the best things to do before the clock strikes 12 (p.m.). Read More

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