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A large sailboat with two tall sails glides on the water at sunset. The sky is golden, and people on the boat are waving as the sun sets on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the ocean.

Two Coasts, One Tall-Ship Operation: A Q&A with Schooner Appledore’s GM

We sat down with Rod Veal to talk tall ships, tide charts, and why his classic wooden schooner operation calls two very different Eastern Seaboard waterfronts home.

The Running of the Bulls with during the Hemingway Days event.

The Top Annual Key West Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss

Here's a look at the conch-blowing contests, Hemingway lookalikes, and mind-blowing masquerades to frame a Key West vacation around.

A couple rides the boat shuttle to Sunset Key Cottages.

A First-Timer’s Guide to Sunset Key Cottages

Considering a stay at Sunset Key Cottages? As one of Opal’s most unique properties (it’s located on an island!), here are six essential things you should know before you go – including how you get there, the layout of the property, on-site amenities, and 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.

A tropical beach resort features a central rectangular swimming pool surrounded by teal lounge chairs and pink umbrellas. Palm trees line the area with a view of the ocean and a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

A Weekend Family Getaway at The Laureate to Inspire Your Next Trip

A quick trip with your family to this luxury, family-friendly Key West destination may just be the escape you need to reconnect with one other, relax the mind and body, and try a new adventure or two.

A long concrete bridge with multiple arches extends over clear turquoise water. The sky is bright blue with a few fluffy clouds, casting reflections on the serene ocean surface. Shadows of the bridge are visible in the shallow water below.

7 Ways to Enjoy Key West’s Historic Old Seven Mile Bridge

The Old Seven Mile Bridge is the chance to experience nearly 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and all the history that comes with it. Here are seven ways to get the most of your day trip up U.S. 1.

Aerial view of a coastal town at sunset, featuring a marina with boats docked along the piers. Sunlight reflects off the water, and buildings with red and white roofs are surrounded by lush greenery. The sky is clear with a warm glow.

How to Plan A Fun-Filled Company Retreat at Opal Key

Round up your hard-working employees, and let Opal Key Resort & Marina play host to your next off-site company retreat. Here is a sample agenda for an exciting trip they won’t soon forget.

Two people ride blue bicycles along a tree-lined street. They pass in front of a large, two-story house with a white picket fence, multiple balconies, and lush greenery.

Top Things To Do in Key West

A few swimsuits, a bottle of SPF, a new pair of flip-flops, and Opal’s comprehensive travel guide are all you need for your trip to the Florida Keys.

Your Birthday Bash Guide to Sunset Key

Growing up is hard enough as is it. Which is why when it comes to those big birthday milestones (40, 50, 60), you deserve a bash to beat all other bashes.

Two fishing rods extend over calm ocean waters under a soft pink and blue sunset sky, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

Under the Surface: Fishing Key West with Captain Mark Schmidt

Ready to hook a big one? Key West fishing guide Mark Schmidt gives us the skinny on fishing Key West’s diverse waters. Perfectly situated at the southernmost tip of the United States with access to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, Key West is one of the…

Two Coasts, One Tall-Ship Operation: A Q&A with Schooner Appledore’s GM

The Top Annual Key West Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss

A First-Timer’s Guide to Sunset Key Cottages

Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day Across Opal Destinations

A Weekend Family Getaway at The Laureate to Inspire Your Next Trip

7 Ways to Enjoy Key West’s Historic Old Seven Mile Bridge

How to Plan A Fun-Filled Company Retreat at Opal Key

Top Things To Do in Key West

Your Birthday Bash Guide to Sunset Key

Under the Surface: Fishing Key West with Captain Mark Schmidt

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