An Ideal Day Spent at The Resort at Longboat Key Club
When it comes to finding things to do in Longboat Key during your stay at The Resort at Longboat Key Club, you actually don’t need to stray very far from your guest room. 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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The Best Hotel Spas across Opal’s Properties
Looking to treat yourself on your next vacation? We profile the best spas across Opal’s properties for all your pampering needs. Read More
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Top Things to Do in Sarasota in May & June
Rare blooming flowers, tarpon fishing season, and Andy Warhol are just a few reasons to visit Sarasota during these select summer months. Read More
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Day On, Day Off: Sarasota & Zota Beach Resort
Here, we map out two full days in Sarasota, Florida – one spent exclusively on-property at Zota Beach Resort; the next, a full day in town. Read More
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Day-On, Day-Off: Sandpearl Resort & Clearwater Beach
Take advantage of Sandpearl Resort’s amenities in one day spent entirely on property, then, explore all Clearwater Beach has to offer in town the next day. Read More
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The Best Ways to Ring in the New Year Across Opal Destinations
Not sure what to do on New Year’s Eve? We’ve got fresh events, from Midcoast Maine to the Adirondacks to Southern Florida, to usher in 2022 on a high note. Read More
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5 St. Pete Murals You Can’t Miss
In a city already home to great pop-art museums, including The Dalí and the Chihuly Collection, think of the burgeoning street art mural scene as something of the city’s outdoor museum. Read More
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Dish in Demand: Grilled Australian Lamb Chops at Viento Kitchen + Bar
The grilled lamb chops at Viento Kitchen + Bar at Zota Beach Resort embody the restaurant’s unique Florida-Mediterranean flavor. Here’s the story behind the dish, plus the recipe to take home. Read More
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Dinner and a Show: Opal’s Open-Concept Chef Bars
These five Opal resort’s open-concept kitchens transform an ordinary culinary experience into an engaging show. Read More
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Meet Our 2017 #H2OpalPhotoContest Finalists
Whether it’s on the lakes of New York, the beaches of Florida, or the rocky coast of Maine, on-the-water experiences are at the heart of every Opal Collection resort and destination. Read More
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