A Photographer’s Guide to Seeing the Best of Bar Harbor
Maine-native and photography-guru, Greg Hartford offers up some of his favorite places to wile away a day in Bar Harbor and beyond. 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
“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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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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A Primer on The Porcupines Islands of Bar Harbor’s Frenchman Bay
At the top of the list of things to do in Bar Harbor, Maine, for kayakers looking to experience some rugged Downeast mother nature, The Porcupine Islands clustered around Bar Harbor are a curious collection of evergreen-spiked domes with a unique history, to boot. Read More
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Design in Detail: Samoset Resort’s New Look
Shiplap walls, stunning Midcoast Maine photography from a local artist, decorative wooden paddles – these are just a few of the nautically rich details to look forward to in the recent 178-room refresh at Samoset Resort. Read More
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Street Smart: Rockland’s Main Street
When it comes to things to do in Rockland, Maine, there’s no better place to explore than the town’s Main Street, a one-mile stretch through downtown that feels perfectly warm and familiar to New Englanders and outsiders alike. Read More
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Sculpting Steeds: Richard Allen’s Driftwood Art of Midcoast Maine
Ever noticed driftwood on the beach? Rockland artist Richard Allen certainly does. Such knobby, bleached pieces serve as the medium for his stunning, life-size horse sculptures which are taking the Rockland/Rockport/Camden area by storm. Read More
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Property in Perspective: Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina
With their new wall-to-wall renovations, Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina is doubling down on family fun. Read More
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This or That: Maine or the Motherland
While Bar Harbor restaurants Stewman’s Lobster Pound and Paddy’s Irish Pub offer cuisines that are world’s away from each other, what unites them is their approach to the authentic. Read More
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7 Reasons to Visit Opal Destinations This Spring
We dug deep into all Opal destinations from Florida, Maine, and New York to build this list of top spring events and seasonal vacation ideas. Read More
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Day On, Day Off: Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina and Bar Harbor
When it comes to things to do in Bar Harbor, Maine, we have the perfect ways to spend two days – the first occupied with the offerings at Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina; the second, a full day in town. Read More
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Rockland’s Art Gallery Renaissance
Why do the lamppost banners proudly boast “The Arts Capital of Maine” in downtown Rockland, Maine? Because of a swelling cluster of studios and galleries begging to be explored. Read More
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