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7 Fun Facts About Maine You Never Knew
Maine is the first state that sees sunlight every day…but did you know that the precise locations change throughout the year? Or that while lobster and blueberries are major agricultural exports, the potato is becoming just as popular? If you think you know Maine, it might be time to brush up on your knowledge. Read More
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Best Florida Vacation Destinations
The quest for the best Florida vacation destinations is a common inquiry – and deeply researched topic – among our guests. So we did the legwork to deliver these curated selections tailored to various travel interests. Read More
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Best Rooftop Bars on the Eastern Seaboard
If you’re looking for rooftop bars along the eastern coast of the US, we have six worthy waterside picks in Opal destinations, from Bar Harbor, Maine, down to Key West, Florida. Read More
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10 Experiences to Level Up Your Next Opal Escape
Opal Collection resorts and hotels are more than just luxurious places to lay your head. From private chef-led culinary events to hands-on outdoor adventures you’ll be raving about for years to come, here’s how our collection can craft and connect you to indelible experiences that discerning travelers covet. Read More
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Real Lake George Wedding: Belinda & George

A longtime love of the region made The Sagamore Resort the ideal location for this playful couple’s Lake George wedding. Photos © Clark + Walker August 26 | The Sagamore Resort [Bolton Landing, NY] Their Story While Belinda and George first met in a master’s degree program… Read More

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10 Reasons to Visit Sarasota, Florida

While the circus may be its cultural signature (and there’s nothing wrong with that), there’s more to Sarasota than just Ringling and trapeze art. 1. Pristine Mid-Century Architecture Few realize that Sarasota is home to some of the country’s finest examples of mid-century modern architecture. Architectural enthusiasts that are in… Read More

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OPAL Collection Delray Beach Resort

Lay of the Land: Delray Beach, FL

A healthy mix of art, angling, and alfresco dining mingles among the sand and salt air of this Atlantic Coast destination. Orientation Nestled between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale on Florida’s east coast. Nearby Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Florida’s Everglades. Date incorporated 1911. Namesake A Detroit neighborhood. Notable for Old School Square, anchoring… Read More

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Ghost Orchid

Ghost of a Chance

Catching a glimpse of a ghost orchid is rare, but even rarer is the multiple blooms this mysterious flower continues to produce in Naples’s swamps. By Jason Fitzroy Jeffers “Can you see it?” asks RJ Wiley, pointing high up into the dense tangle of trees in the swamp before me. Read More

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Bloody Mary drink festival

Save the Date: 2015 Drink Festivals

The typical brewfest or wine event gets a fresh makeover at these events in OPAL destinations. Photo © The Bloody Mary Festival February Clearwater Beach Uncorked [Clearwater Beach, FL] It’s a beach party not to forget: Two days walking barefoot through Florida sands,… Read More

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OPAL Collection Weddings

The Opal Seaside Florida Weddings Guide

White-sand beach weddings are a part of every Opal hotel experience. They also, however, offer some experiences brides won’t find anywhere else in Florida. Stress-Free Zone Along the Gulf of Mexico in Naples, Edgewater Beach Hotel helps you find some inner-Zen before the ceremony in its Serenity Suite. Overlooking the… Read More

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Lay of the Land: Jupiter, Florida

Exploring Jupiter, Florida, has never been easier for turtle trackers, lighthouse lovers, and the art appreciative. Orientation On Florida’s east coast, 90 miles north of Miami. Nearby Loxahatchee River and Jupiter Inlet. Date incorporated 1925. Namesake Jupiter, Roman god of light and sky. Notable for Being ranked as one of the… Read More

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Lake Placid Lodge in winter

Outdoor Winter Excursions in Lake Placid

Some lakes are strictly for summer fun. Lake Placid might have its most to offer when the mercury drops below freezing.   Winter Walk With more than 2,000 miles of walkable terrain, the Adirondack Park’s frozen waterfalls and snow-covered trees are best sought after with snowshoes strapped on. Start at… Read More

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