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A woman strolls through the Old Naples neighborhood in Naples, Florida.

Top Things to Do in Naples, Florida, in February & March

Only during the months of February and March in Naples will you find bottomless bowls of stone crab, sunset painting experiences on the beach, and special showcases of local culture. Read More

A couple dances at an open-air outdoor festival.

Top Festivals & Events to Travel for in January & February

After the hecticness of the holidays, you deserve a much-needed getaway. So why not orient it around a notable festival or event for an added air of excitement? Here’s your curated list, from a month-long wine celebration in New England to a four-day side-splitting comedy fest on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Read More

The main entrance leading into the 20 different art spaces of Fairgrounds St. Pete.

FloridaRAMA: An Artist’s Surreal Salute to the State of Florida

When it comes to art created in the age of Instagram, the recipe for success is that it must be immersive and interactive in order to be indelible. Fairgrounds St. Pete takes that formula one step further by throwing in a heaping helping of technology to create a wander-worthy wonderland that is a hat tip to the state of Florida. 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 couple prepares parfaits in their in-suite kitchen at Treasure Island Beach Resort.

A Chef’s Guide to Cooking in Your In-Suite Kitchen

How to make the most of your Opal in-suite kitchen during a stay, plus Chef Ryan Phillips’s favorite no-fuss recipes. 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

A lively crowd gathers outside The Music Hall at night, illuminated by neon signs and streetlights. The marquee reads One Weekend of the Best Cinema: Telluride by the Sea. The brick buildings and festive atmosphere suggest a special event.

A Music Hall Series to Shape Your Stay Around

It may be known as The Music Hall, but don’t let that lead you to believe that this historic performing arts center in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is dedicated solely to live music. Read More

A tropical fish swims through the coral bed.

3 Easy Ways to Get Up Close with Coral in Key Largo, Florida

If there’s one thing Key Largo, Florida is known for, it’s coral reefs that are easily accessible and strikingly beautiful. We’ve got the ways to wander this wonderful reef – no scuba diving certification required. 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

The sprawling oceanside golf course at Samoset Resort.

Above Par: The Lasting Legacy of Gary Soule on Samoset’s Golf Experience

The game of golf lost one of its greats in 2022. We take a look at the lasting impression that the former head pro and late Gary Soule left on Samoset Resort’s 18-hole oceanside course – and the ways players can still see his legacy live on today at this world-class Maine golf complex. Read More

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