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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

Fairgrounds St. Pete, The Ringling Museum of Art, and Sea Love candle-making boutique

Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day Across Opal Destinations

As beautiful as the weather is across Opal destinations, rain ultimately happens. That said, you don’t have to let the drops that descend put a damper on your vacation. We highlight top rainy-day activities to dive into. Read More

A large white and blue tour boat is docked in Frenchman Bay in Bar Harbor and surrounded by buildings and trees, with hills in the background and calm water reflecting the scene at sunset.

A Q&A With Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.’s Lead Naturalist

What sets Maine’s largest boating tour company apart? We sat down with 17-year employee and lead naturalist Julie Taylor to find out. Read More

Acadia GEM electric vehicle parked on the road at sunset overlooking the water.

A Gem of a Way to See Acadia National Park

The latest and greatest way to travel the top sites of Acadia National Park? Via an Acadia GEM, a lightweight electric vehicle that is not just a clean, energy-efficient way to tour the beloved park, it’s a way to take it in from a whole new, immersive vantage point. Read More

An aerial view of Sand Beach in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor.

10 Best Swimming Holes at (and around) Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina

If you have an urge to submerge, you might be pleased to know that Bar Harbor has no shortage of water, water, everywhere. From stellar swimming pools to picturesque beaches, here’s exactly where to go to splash around. Read More

Sunset view of a rocky coastline with a forest of evergreen trees. The orange sunlight casts a warm glow on the rocks and cliffs. Waves gently lap at the pebble-covered shore, creating a serene atmosphere.

Your Guide to Bar Harbor, Maine

This charming village located on Mount Desert Island is like a universe in itself, blessed with a diversity of landscapes, terrain, and wildlife, not to mention a plethora of things to do and places to eat. Explore it with us. Read More

A person with a backpack hugs a tan dog on a rocky hilltop, overlooking a vast landscape with a river winding through dense green forests under a colorful sunset sky.

Meet Finn, West Street Hotel’s Mascot Dog!

The West Street Hotel has a beloved mascot, an English lab by the name of Finn! His best trick? Wooing and befriending every guest. Here are some of Finn’s favorite things, from treats to toys and activities he woofs very much. 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

The Family Reunion Guide to Bar Harbor

Reconnect over the unique beauty and culture of coastal Maine during your next family retreat in Bar Harbor at the Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina. Read More

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