For decades, the ritual of entering Europe has been the same: a friendly greeting, a quick glance at your passport, and that satisfying ‘thump’ of a fresh passport stamp. But that whole process is about to change in a big way, and the first major shift is happening next month. Here at Travel Off Path, […]
If you thought tighter travel rules were a thing of the past, and something you wouldn’t have to deal with again since the global health crisis, think again. This year, a number of countries rolled out new restrictions affecting U.S. passport holders. Known examples include United Kingdom, which introduced a mandatory pre-travel authorization applying to […]
For years, savvy American travelers have dreamed of an easier way to reach one of Europe’s most stunning and historically rich island gems. Tucked away in the heart of the Mediterranean, this tiny nation has always been a bucket-list destination, but reaching it required a long, often frustrating journey with at least one connection through […]
When you think of Spain, it’s probably places like Andalusia, Catalonia, and the Balearics that first come to mind. Concentrating some of the country’s top beaches and world-renowned landmarks, and boasting an unrivaled gastronomy and social scenes, these three regions are probably Spain’s leading regions for tourism. Given their undeniable popularity, you’d expect them to […]
It seems the era of low-bureaucracy travel is officially over. After the United Kingdom rolled out its ETA back in January, affecting all Americans, and Saint Kitts and Nevis followed suit in recent weeks, the next country to introduce a digital entry permit is the laid-back Laos: One of the most welcoming nations in Southeast […]
For many decades now, Barcelona has been the leading destination in Spain for Americans. Surpassing Mallorca and Ibiza, and even the country’s own capital, Madrid, it draws in tens of millions of tourists every year with its Gaudí monuments and coastal location. Gorgeous as Barcelona may be, however, there is a strange storm on the […]
If all-inclusive resort getaways in Cancun, and week-round partying in Puerto Vallarta no longer sound that exciting on your fifth, or maybe sixth visit to Mexico, maybe all you need is a cultural getaway filled with amazing food and authentic vibes. Here at Travel Off Path, we love shining a light on lesser-known destinations that […]
Alright, let’s talk about where Americans are really heading this year. Forget the fleeting trends; your trusted insiders at Travel Off Path have been digging into the numbers, and the verdict is in: certain international destinations aren’t just popular, they’re absolutely shattering all previous tourism records for U.S. visitors. And the best part? You can […]
It’s finally happening, you guys. After years of delays and even rumors it was never going to launch anyway, Europe’s long-anticipated Entry-Exit System (or EES) will debut on October 12. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, this only means one thing: As a U.S. passport holder, you will now be subject to getting photographed and providing your […]
The Mexican Caribbean is indeed gorgeous, with turquoise seas unlike any other, vibrant coastal cities, and an unmatched party scene, but is it the best destination south of the border for a chill, relaxing getaway? Not necessarily. Located on the opposite side of the country, at the very southern tip of the Baja California Sur […]