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An aerial view of new hotels in Clearwater Beach Florida, Opal Sol & Opal Sands.

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Opal Sol or Opal Sands? A Guide to Clearwater Beach’s New Resort Duo

“Sol” mate properties Opal Sol and Opal Sands are about to become Clearwater Beach’s most sought-after resort experience. Discover what makes each property unique, their shared amenities, and their diverse dining options. 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

Whether you're planning where to go next or what to do on an already‑booked vacation, discover the travel destinations with Opal

A group of people participate in a cooking class led by Opal chefs.

Meetings & Events: What’s New Across Opal for 2025

With exciting expansions and a focus on creating memorable retreats, 2025 is the year to plan your transformative gathering at one of Opal’s 28 resorts and hotels. Read More

A frozen cocktail at the annual Glacier ice bar.

Opal’s Coolest Attraction: Inside The Annual Glacier Ice Bars

Simply a swan sculpture it is not. The Glacier Ice Bars that descend upon The Sagamore and Samoset each January are Instagram eye-candy extravaganzas entirely made out of ice. Read More

A winter view of the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse in Rockport, Maine.

7 Questions You Didn’t Know You Had About the Rockland Breakwater

The Rockland Breakwater is more than just a scenic path extending into Penobscot Bay, Maine. Its rich history holds intriguing details. For example, did you know it’s made of the same iconic granite that was used to build the Washington Monument? Read More

The view of fall in Acadia near Bar Harbor, Maine.

Top Things to Do in Bar Harbor from October Through November

From fall foliage and gorgeous hikes to clear night skies, Bar Harbor looks its best when the temperatures begin to fall. Here's the best of Bar Harbor to explore during your fall visit this fall through Thanksgiving (with us at Harborside Hotel!). Read More

A couple strolls along the Bar Harbor Shore Path.

7 Fun Facts About Maine You Never Knew

Maine is the first state to see sunlight daily, but did you know exact spots vary year-round? Or that, after lobsters and blueberries, potatoes are also a leading state export? If you think you know Maine, it might be time to brush up on your knowledge. Read More

A little girl splashes in the water at Dubois Park in Jupiter, Florida.

6 Last Chances for Summer

Summer may be sneaking away, but it’s still the season of the sun until September 22. Send it out with a splash by indulging in one of these quintessential summer experiences in Opal resort and hotel destinations. Read More

New in the Northeast Just in Time for Summer

Summer is in full swing. And our New England Coast and New York Adirondack Opal hotels and resorts are ready to make it stellar with these new activities and offerings, including refreshed and renewed waterside cottages at Samoset Resort, a new gourmet burger dining outlet at The Sagamore Resort, and commemorative 150th-anniversary goodies at Wentworth by the Sea. Read More

The view of Frenchman Bay from Bar Harbor

A Coveted Coastal New England Road Trip

The beauty of a multi-day, 220-mile road trip up the craggy coast from Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Bar Harbor, Maine isn’t just the plethora of enticing pit stops along the route – from high culture to scenic coves. It’s also the way that Opal properties serve as your easy and convenient overnight waypoints for piecing together one epic coastal cruise. Read More

A couple strolls to Bar Island during low tide in Bar Harbor.

Top Things to Do in Bar Harbor from May to August 2024

From fine arts and classical music to hiking and picnics, summers in Bar Harbor, Maine, are always a well-rounded affair. Read More

9 Secrets You Never Knew About the Portsmouth Music Hall

Ship-like stage rigging, a fantastical lower-level lobby, and a fate that almost resulted in being turned into condos…twice. You may be familiar with The Music Hall as an iconic Portsmouth New Hampshire landmark, but how well do you really know this 1878 performing arts space? Read More

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