To all our fellow culture buffs, how much of your current obsession with medieval castles and cute European towns frozen in time can be traced back to the Disney tales you watched on repeat as a child? It might be easy to forget nowadays, when overly progressive creatives seem determined to rip beloved classics to …

Long gone are the days when Dubrovnik used to be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. Since it featured as ‘King’s Landing’ on Game of Thrones, and since it went Insta-famous, the fortified city has nearly been engulfed by the crowds. It now ranks among some of the most overtouristed places in the Old Continent, up …

Following in the steps of Portugal, Spain, and neighboring Croatia, the small Central European nation of Slovenia is launching a Digital Nomad Visa (DNV). Set to go live in November 2025, it will enable eligible applicants to relocate to Slovenia under simplified rules, seeing that, historically, the country has been one of the strictest in …

Florence seems to be on everyone’s bucket list these days, and can you blame them? With its soaring dome signed off by Brunelleschi, UNESCO-listed historic center, and medieval bridge spanning a scenic river, it’s something straight out of a fairytale. As beautiful as Florence may be, there are just a couple of caveats to note: …

We love Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, but we’re not sure about you; it’s the lesser-known spots that have been tugging at our heartstrings lately. It’s no wonder we’re called Travel Off Path, and for a number of years now, we’ve been exploring all around Mexico, from the tried-and-true beach gems in the Caribbean, to the …

Be it for the ancient ruins, the ornate public fountains, or the world-class gastronomy, there are many reasons why we love Rome. While the rising costs and crowds could never keep us from coming back, there’s no denying they can dim the magic a little. We are Travel Off Path, after all, and our main …

If you dream of picture-perfect towns paved with cobblestones, medieval castles on hills, and fresh food without all the toxins we get in America, Europe is likely to be at the top of your wishlist this summer. As fairytale-like as all this may be, the nearly indiscernible mass of bodies crammed into Barcelona‘s Gothic Quarter, …

Following in the footsteps of hugely popular destinations like the United Kingdom and Schengen Europe, yet another iconic country, certain to feature on the bucket lists of millions of Americans, is set to roll out an ETA, or Electronic Travel Authorization. Within a few years, Japan will require prior permission for U.S. passport holders and …

It’s that time of year again. As we enter summer, residents in touristy cities across Spain are once again locking up arms and flocking to the streets to protest against tourists. It’s mostly demonstrations—with the usual ‘Go Home!’ picket signs—but they can be disconcerting to some, especially if they’re sensitive about feeling unwelcome. On the …

If you’re planning on island-hopping around Greece in the coming weeks, chances are Santorini is high on your wishlist. We personally wouldn’t be getting the first flight out this summer. With an average 3.4 million tourists per year, your average day out in a tiny Santorini consists largely of elbowing your way through an indiscernible …

When it comes to remote work, Bangkok has been the absolute leader in Asia for decades: not only is it a bustling metropolis with an endless offer of attractions, it boasts great weather (tropical storms aside), a lively social scene, and of course, it’s very affordable. There’s just one issue that’s become increasingly noticeable in …

Be it for the tropical weather and paradisaical beaches, or the world-class amenities that await them at one of those all-inclusive resorts, Cancun is the number one destination for Americans taking trips south of the border. Trust us, we’d know: at this point, Travel Off Path has become one of the leading sources for travel …