Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the entire team at Travel Off Path.
Whether you are reading this from an airport lounge, a hotel room, or your own living room surrounded by family, we want to take a brief pause from the daily news cycle to say thank you.
Usually, our news desk is busy tracking travel advisories or breaking down the latest entry requirements. But today, we are taking a moment to celebrate two major milestones that we recently crossed—milestones that were only made possible by you, our readers.

Since our launch, Travel Off Path has published over 10,000 articles and served more than 100 million travelers all-time.
That is 100 million times that a traveler has trusted our team to help them navigate a complex world, find a better deal, or discover a destination they had never heard of before. From the complex restrictions of the pandemic era to the new world of electronic travel authorizations, we have been there every step of the way to help you make sense of it all.
🎉 How big of a fan are you?
Be honest… how many times have you visited Travel Off Path this year?
You picked a great time to join. We're happy to have you along for the ride in 2026!
Start Planning Your Next Trip →You definitely know the difference between a visa and a visitor fee. Thanks for sticking with us!
Start Planning Your Next Trip →You belong on the team! Seriously, check your inbox, we might have sent you an offer letter. (Just kidding… unless?)
Start Planning Your Next Trip →
A Collective Achievement
Reaching 10,000 articles isn't just a number to us. It represents thousands of hours of research, fact-checking, and writing by our dedicated team of travel writers and editors who are passionate about seeing the world.
But more importantly, it represents a community.
Over the years, we have watched the travel landscape shift dramatically. If serving 100 million readers has taught us anything, it’s that the “old rules” of travel no longer apply.
As we look toward 2026, here is what our team sees on the horizon:

1. The “Off Path” is Becoming the Main Path Travelers are smarter than ever. You are skipping the overpriced, overcrowded tourist traps in favor of authentic, affordable “second cities.” The hidden gems are finally getting their moment.
2. Travel is a Lifestyle, Not Just a Trip When we published our first article, “Digital Nomad” was a niche term. Today, it is a dominant force in the industry. The line between living and traveling is blurring, and we are proud to be at the forefront of covering that shift.
3. The World is More Accessible Despite the challenges of the last few years, our data shows that curiosity is at an all-time high. You aren't looking for reasons to stay home; you are looking for safer, smarter ways to go.

Our Promise for 2026 We started this platform with a simple mission: to provide clear, easy to understand, and honest travel news. 10,000 articles later, that mission hasn't changed.
Whether you visit us for the breaking news or the inspiration, thank you for trusting us with your journey. We have big plans for the coming year, and we can't wait to share them with you.

From our news desk to your family: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and here’s to the next adventure.
The Travel Off Path Team
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Vinicius Costa
Thursday 25th of December 2025
So thankful and proud to have contributed with over 1,800 stories over the past 4 years. I'd like to personally thank every single person who takes time off their day to read and support us, and who's stuck around through the ups and downs in the midst of this ever-changing travel landscape. Here's to many more years of Travel Off Path, and may our community continue to grow!
Wishing you all a Happy Christmas and the most joyful New Year.
Vini xx -Travel Off Path's wordiest wordsmith
Sam Sears
Thursday 25th of December 2025
Can’t believe I’ve written 1,300 of them! Still pinching myself to be part of the team. Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄