This or That: Florida’s East Coast vs. Gulf Coast
We give you the lay of the land of both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts and some highlights of each to define which is right for your next Florida beach vacation. Read More
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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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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 Ultimate Family Vacation in Sarasota
Between all-you-can-eat Amish dinner buffets to a massive shark observation tank, Sarasota’s multi-generational attractions make it the ultimate location for your next family retreat. 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
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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
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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
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5 Unexpected Things to Do in Sarasota
Sarasota has plenty of unexpected things to do in addition to its beach, architecture, arts, and circus roots. Read More
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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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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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Top Adventures for 2016
We’ve got six experiences to make your 2016 a year to remember. Read More
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