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Top Five Freshest Ways to See Fall Foliage

From the balloon-filled skies of the Adirondacks to the coast of Maine, here are five fresh ways to take in the fiery foliage of fall this season.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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Unexpected Midcoast Maine

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

A Primer: Northeast Summer Vacation Destinations

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

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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…

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Top Five Freshest Ways to See Fall Foliage

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

Photo Contest: #Its5pmAtOpalContest

Meet Our #Its5pmAtOpalContest Finalists

This or That: Acadia National Park or Everglades National Park

What to Pack in Your Naples Beach Bag

Where to Stay: West Street Hotel

Unexpected Midcoast Maine

A Primer: Northeast Summer Vacation Destinations

Photo Contest: 2015 #H2OpalPhotoContest

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