Whether you're planning where to go next or what to do on an already‑booked vacation, discover the travel destinations with Opal
Sandpearl Resort has the unique distinction of having both a Four Diamond Award from AAA and Florida’s first Silver LEED certification. For guests, this means unparalleled service alongside forward-thinking green initiatives. A guest’s stay at the resort is all about relaxation – whether it’s lounging in a private poolside cabana, kayaking alongside dolphins, or indulging in a spa treatment.
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Our guide to two Florida gulf beach destinations an hour apart with very different vibes.
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We’ve got six experiences to make your 2016 a year to remember.
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Everyone dreams of finding sunken treasure, but few get the opportunity like the one afforded by Nuestra Señora de Atocha, a wreck still lost in the briny depths off Key West. The Spanish treasure galleon was driven into shallow Florida waters by a hurricane in September 1622 and ultimately dashed…
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The Samoset is perched on 230 waterfront acres that overlook Penobscot Bay in Maine.
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With several priced $100 or below, our holiday gift ideas for every Opal traveler range from stylish weekend getaway accompaniments to high-tech gadgets great for experiencing our favorite destinations. A Beach Towel Statement Price: Starting at $99 Most beach towels are so…rectangular. The Beach People’s hand-woven round designs let…
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Lake Placid’s pristine wilderness and isolation from the busy digital world make it the perfect escape, and these four attractions are unique to the rugged region. Authentic Adirondack Furniture Anyone can say that they have rustic decor, but can they say that their furniture was both inspired by and built in the…
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The photographer behind the 2015 #H2Opalphotocontest grand prize-winning shot sheds some light on the “happy accident” she captured at The Sagamore Resort. We received hundreds of entries – and many were downright amazing – but this image Elaine Heintz took at The Sagamore Resort two years ago of…
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Catching a glimpse of an endangered Florida panther is no easy feat, but you’ll be better equipped after reading our guide to the feline phantom, its growing population, and where to find it. There are now an estimated 100 to 180 Florida panthers living in the wild, compared to just…
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Situated on Clearwater Beach’s promenade halfway up Florida’s Gulf Coast, the brand-new Opal Sands Resort is mixture of calming ocean-inspired decor and sleek, modern luxury. So close to the gulf that you’ll feel practically suspended over it, the hotel has everything guests could ask in a Florida beach resort, including direct access to the white sand beach rated by USA Today as the “Best Beach in Florida.”
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