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Best Family Beach Resorts in Florida

Planning a family beach vacation to Florida? From morning splash time to sunset s’mores, Opal Collection offers a variety of beach resorts up and down the coast that take the hassle out of family vacations. Read More

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Opal Key’s Fresh Dining & Design: A Key West Resort Renovation

If you’ve been waiting to hear the latest on Opal Key Resort & Marina’s renovated spaces – an upgraded arrival experience, expanded pool area, and exciting new restaurant concept – here’s what you need to know. Read More

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10 Best New Sarasota Restaurants to Visit in 2025

Whether you’re a local foodie or planning an upcoming visit, this insider’s guide reveals the most anticipated restaurants to open in Sarasota, Florida, including Opal’s own Ringside restaurant at Cirque St. Armands Beachside. Read More

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Stone Crab Season in Florida: What to Know & Where to Get It

Beloved for their delicate, sweet meat, Florida stone crabs dominate minds and menus from October to May. Here’s why they’re so sought after and the best places to get your claws on, well, these delicious claws. Read More

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5 Digital Detox Retreats Designed for Distancing

We live in a noisy world with so much content vying for our attention. If you’re looking to distance yourself with a digital detox retreat, we have five worthy – and diversly different – picks in Opal destinations. 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

Whether you're planning where to go next or what to do on an already‑booked vacation, discover the travel destinations with Opal

Mother and son stand at the summit of Cadillac Mountain at sunrise in Bar Harbor, Maine.

How to Navigate Acadia National Park’s Vehicle Reservations System

Here’s what you need to know about how to make a vehicle reservation online and common questions about the process answered. Read More

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All About ‘Tom’s Blueberry Muffin,’ Opal’s Most-Loved Breakfast Staple

With a recipe that dates back to the late ‘60s, Opal Collection’s blueberry muffin has been a longtime breakfast staple, loved and devoured daily by guests. Now, this handheld treat will be that much easier to recreate at home. Read More

A woman sits in the Salt & Sound Lounge at an Opal Spa.

Wentworth by the Sea’s Unique Spa Amenity: The Salt Lounge

Spending time in a salt room is said to have huge respiratory and skin benefits, and it may help treat stress, and anxiety, too. So should we all start hailing halotherapy? We shed some light on the science of salt therapy. Read More

A small lobster boat cruises the waters of the Piscataqua River in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Your Guide to Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Whether you’re planning an intimate romantic getaway or a family summer vacation, there’s so much to see and do in Portsmouth. Here’s the best of what this charming port town has to offer. Read More

Two women sit at a marble bar counter, enjoying drinks. A man in a black shirt and cap stands behind the counter. A glowing pizza oven is in the background. The setting is warmly lit and inviting, labeled SALT Kitchen & Bar.

5 Best Wine Experiences in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Warm up your winter with these delectable wine-and-food pairings and experiences in and around Portsmouth, New Hampshire – including Wentworth by the Sea’s annual Winter Wine Fest. Read More

Aerial view of a narrow stone breakwater extending into calm water, leading to a small lighthouse with a red-roofed building. A boat is moored nearby. The surrounding landscape is tranquil and partly cloudy.

7 Must-See Lighthouses in Maine

More than 65 lighthouses dot the rugged Maine coastline, each with its own unique architecture and storied history. We’ve curated a list of seven must-see lighthouses, all within a short distance from Samoset Resort. Read More

An aerial view of Sand Beach in Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor.

10 Best Swimming Holes at (and around) Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina

If you have an urge to submerge, you might be pleased to know that Bar Harbor has no shortage of water, water, everywhere. From stellar swimming pools to picturesque beaches, here’s exactly where to go to splash around. Read More

10 Can’t-Miss Seafood Dishes Across Opal Destinations

Seafood lovers, rejoice! From simple-but-sublime lobster rolls in Maine to yuzu-glazed yellowtail snapper in Key West, we’ve rounded up dishes that make the most of these ocean-dwellers for a culinary-inspired vacation you won’t soon forget. Read More

Sunset view of a rocky coastline with a forest of evergreen trees. The orange sunlight casts a warm glow on the rocks and cliffs. Waves gently lap at the pebble-covered shore, creating a serene atmosphere.

Your Guide to Bar Harbor, Maine

This charming village located on Mount Desert Island is like a universe in itself, blessed with a diversity of landscapes, terrain, and wildlife, not to mention a plethora of things to do and places to eat. Explore it with us. Read More

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Meet Finn, West Street Hotel’s Mascot Dog!

The West Street Hotel has a beloved mascot, an English lab by the name of Finn! His best trick? Wooing and befriending every guest. Here are some of Finn’s favorite things, from treats to toys and activities he woofs very much. Read More

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