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The Best Cuban Food, Sights, and Finds in Key West

Get an authentic taste of Cuba by eating your way through the streets of Old Town Key West. Read More

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Photo Contest: #Its5pmAtOpalContest

No vacation is complete without a toast – to your health, to an amazing vacation, to spending time with those you care about most. That’s why we asked Opal guests to share their favorite libation photos at an Opal resort using the hashtag #Its5pmAtOpalContest captioning what they were toasting to. Read More

Two people toast with glasses of beer garnished with orange slices, overlooking a pool and palm trees. In the background, the ocean and a clear blue sky create a relaxing, tropical atmosphere—perfect for capturing a winning shot in any photo contest.

Meet Our #Its5pmAtOpalContest Finalists

No vacation is complete without a toast – to your health, to an amazing vacation, to spending time with those you care about most. Read More

This or That: Acadia National Park or Everglades National Park

See how two of the most well-known national parks on the East Coast stack up against each other. Read More

What to Pack in Your Naples Beach Bag

The Edgewater Beach Hotel’s top picks for what to bring to the stunning white sand beaches of Naples. Read More

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Where to Stay: West Street Hotel

Bar Harbor's only luxury boutique hotel, featuring modern design, magnificent ocean views, and one truly breathtaking rooftop pool. Read More

A close-up image of several wine corks scattered on a wooden surface, some partially inside a glass jar. The corks, labeled Cellardoor Winery and mainewine.com, capture the essence of Midcoast Maine. A blurred wine bottle adds intrigue in the background.

Unexpected Midcoast Maine

There’s much more to the craggy coast of Camden, Rockland, and Rockport than lobster rolls and lighthouse tours. Read More

A Primer: Northeast Summer Vacation Destinations

Our guide matches you with your ideal Maine or New York Northeast vacation among Opal’s top destinations. Read More

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Photo Contest: 2015 #H2OpalPhotoContest

Whether it’s on the lakes of New York, the beaches of Florida, or the rocky coast of Maine, on-the-water experiences are at the heart of every OPAL Collection resort and destination. So we tasked our guests with showing us their best H2Opal experiences in a photo… Read More

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Pin to Win: #OpalLoveStoryContest

In the spring of 2015, we challenged our fans to build a Pinterest board as a tribute to their significant other, sharing what it is that makes him or her special as well as telling the story of their relationship together. See all the… Read More

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