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

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6 Top Holiday Cocktails You’ll Want to Sip in 2024

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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4 Favorite Treatments off Sunset Key Cottages’ Spa Menu

Thinking of getting pampered at Sunset Key Cottages’ spectacular spa? Opal’s Vice President of Spa and Wellness shares what makes these European-style experiences not only incredibly relaxing but also deeply nourishing. Read More

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A Weekend Family Getaway at The Laureate to Inspire Your Next Trip

A quick trip with your family to this luxury, family-friendly Key West destination may just be the escape you need to reconnect with one other, relax the mind and body, and try a new adventure or two. Read More

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7 Ways to Enjoy Key West’s Historic Old Seven Mile Bridge

The Old Seven Mile Bridge is the chance to experience nearly 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and all the history that comes with it. Here are seven ways to get the most of your day trip up U.S. 1. Read More

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The Best Mocktails to Fuel Your Key West Wellness Getaway

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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How to Plan A Fun-Filled Company Retreat at Opal Key

Round up your hard-working employees, and let Opal Key Resort & Marina play host to your next off-site company retreat. Here is a sample agenda for an exciting trip they won’t soon forget. 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

10 Ways To Experience Opal Destinations Through Your Kids

Travel can be an eye-opening experience for the little ones – but also, for the grown-ups. Tap into your childlike sense of wonder with these fun-for-all-ages activities, and learn to see them through the eyes of your kiddos. Read More

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Design in Detail: The Capitana Key West

Experience this seaside escape for yourself through the lens of style and design while learning more about what guests can expect while retreating to one of the Keys' latest lodging options. Read More

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Name That Opal: Design in Detail

Just like our expansive and diverse Opal Collection footprint that extends from coastal Maine through the Florida Keys, the design and style within each of our 22 properties are far from uniform. Each destination has its own story to tell, culture to celebrate, and history to pay homage… Read More

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Your Guide to Key West, Florida

A few swimsuits, a bottle of SPF, a new pair of flip-flops, and Opal’s comprehensive travel guide are all you need for your trip to the Florida Keys. Read More

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