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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.

Aerial view of a coastal town on a narrow strip of land surrounded by turquoise ocean waters. Perfect for family reunion locations, there's a bridge connecting landmasses, lush greenery, sandy beaches, and a few scattered houses. The sky is clear with a few clouds.

The Family Reunion Guide to Longboat Key

A brand-new resort, an easy-to-reach location, and all the best multi-generational Sarasota activities? That’s just a few of the reasons why Longboat Key makes for the ultimate family reunion location.

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Meet Our #OpalUnpackedContest Finalists

How do you unpack your Opal vacation?

Our Picks: 5 Top “Rooms with a View” within Opal

Oceans, mountain, or beach – we’ve rounded up five top rooms from across the Opal Collection that’ll make you want to plot some vacation time right now.

Marina Hopping down Florida’s Gulf Coast

Three of Florida’s best marinas are attached to Opal resorts. We break down where to tie up and what to do once you’ve done so.

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.

As dusk settles, a sailboat adorned with colorful string lights graces the calm waters, reminiscent of vibrant holiday boat parades. The reflections dance on the surface, while a smaller boat quietly drifts in the distance beneath a serene blue sky.

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.

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.

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Our Picks: 5 Top Aerial Adventures on the East Coast

Five fresh aerial adventures, from hot-air ballooning in the Adirondacks to going weightless on a Florida plane ride.

Aerial view of a coastal town, perfect for a Maine road trip, with a marina filled with boats. The vibrant landscape boasts fall foliage in orange, yellow, and green hues. Buildings and streets are nestled around the water, under a partly cloudy sky.

Top Fall Road Trips: Coastal Maine

When it’s autumn in New England, the coast of Maine makes for a fall drive worth its weight in more than just lobster and fall foliage.

This or That: Florida’s East Coast vs. Gulf Coast

The Family Reunion Guide to Longboat Key

Meet Our #OpalUnpackedContest Finalists

Our Picks: 5 Top “Rooms with a View” within Opal

Marina Hopping down Florida’s Gulf Coast

Unforgettable Date Night Ideas in Opal Destinations

Save the Date: Top Holiday Boat Parades Across Opal Destinations

Kicking Back at Opal’s Florida Beach Bars

Our Picks: 5 Top Aerial Adventures on the East Coast

Top Fall Road Trips: Coastal Maine

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