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Meet Our #OpalUnpackedContest Finalists

How do you unpack your Opal vacation?

Each guest discovers a different set of experiences – a different way to savor each Opal Collection resort and destination. That’s why we asked Opal guests to share their best photo of that moment, place, or experience that made a current or recent vacation memorable. After reviewing all the eye-catching candidates, we narrowed it down to these finalists – one of which will win a three-night stay at an Opal Collection hotel and resort. Happy unpacking!

Visit our Facebook album to vote for your favorites!

Photo submitted by @bobwelch [Lake Placid Lodge]

A table set for two on the balcony overlooking the lake and mountains on a foggy day

Photo submitted by @castaway_diy_dad [Samoset Resort]

A young boy peeking through an ice sculpture as his mom smiles

Photo submitted by @esker3

three girls in bathing suits and sunglasses smiling over a hole dug in the sand

Photo submitted by @gigi767676 [Opal Sands Resort]

A pelican perched on the railing of a balcony overlooking the ocean

Photo submitted by @jmartininsta [Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa]

Waves crashing on the shore

Photo submitted by @pazdanphoto [Edgewater Beach Hotel]

A woman jumping in the air with her hands raised. It is sunset on the beach

Photo submitted by B. Davis [Treasure Island Resort]

A boy wearing goggles filled with seashells

Photo submitted by B. Roy [Samoset Resort]

A person standing on the jetty

Photo submitted by J. Pham [Sandpearl Resort]

Many chairs on the beach at night

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