Did you know you can buy “Santorini Blue” paint at such stores as Sherwin-Williams? It’s true. That’s how iconic Greece’s most sought-after island has embedded itself into our lives, so that even basic home projects have us dreaming of the Mediterranean. Equally as popular are travel publications scouring the globe for Santorini dupes. Hey, guilty …

Even though the bright lights of Hollywood have dimmed in terms of tourism, Los Angeles’s sprawling area of beautiful beach towns and mountain hideaways is still one of the most desirable places in California. That said, as enticing as it may be to tick off all the locales you’ve seen in the movies from your …

We’ve been around the block a time or two here at Travel Off Path. We know there are typically a few recycled places that come to mind when we think of European-esque getaways without the need for a passport. St. Augustine, Florida, Carmel, California, Savannah, Georgia, and some would even say sections of New Orleans, …

There’s no Midwest city more famous than Chicago. Next up, it’s up to your discretion. St. Louis, Cleveland, and even ever-so-trendy Indianapolis are all in the mix. If we’re being honest, not every Midwest city, no matter how well-known or hyped, is worth visiting. I mean, when’s the last time you heard about someone vacationing …

30 is the new 40, 40 is the new 50, 50 is the new 60 and so on and so forth — at least that’s what I tell myself as I slowly but surely creep up on the Big 4-0. But the same concept applies to travel. Seeing the world nowadays isn’t all about flashy …

The era of the “Brand Name Vacation” is officially over. For decades, the travel industry has relied on a simple trick: selling you the label rather than the experience. They charge a 500% premium for the word “Santorini,” knowing millions will pay it just to say they went. Enter the biggest travel trend of 2026: …

If you’ve been to New Orleans, exploring the vibrant French Quarter can turn from what feels like a European dreamscape into an impromptu block party, only to become more chaotic by the hour. World-famous Bourbon Street is one of those places you have to see (or smell) to believe. While the aromas of Creole cuisine …

Call us nerds if you want, but we love deep-diving into the latest tourism industry reports jam-packed with insightful nuggets. Look — we’re not calling ourselves Einstein, but here at Travel Off Path we know when the math is mathin’ to declare the next trendy getaway. In this case, let’s say the proof is in …

Kentucky may be best known for fried chicken and horsing around, but sleeping on this under-hyped state beyond Colonel Sanders and the ‘fastest 2 minutes in sports’ is a classic travel sin. Boasting small town charm, sprawling lush countryside, and of course, ample distilleries and tasting rooms to savor grandpappy’s medicine, exploring Kentucky is one …

If you’re looking to escape what may seem like Florida’s unavoidable crowds — especially in a state known for wrinkly retirees letting it all hang out on your beach of choice — then we at Travel Off Path have just the place for you! First, let’s backtrack for a sec. Before eye-rolling us with our …

Can you believe Memphis has been labeled America’s ‘most dangerous’ city? It’s true, and despite many locals’ pushback claiming it’s safe for tourists to visit with grand ol’ time awaiting on Beale Street, recent headlines surrounding Memphis Grizzlies star player Ja Morant have only added to the city’s complicated narrative. That said, rather than debate labels or …

Got Georgia on your mind? Well, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you don’t have to follow the crowds to Savannah as enticing as one of America’s prettiest cities may be. The great state of Georgia boasts far more than Savannah’s European charm and Atlanta’s chaotic airport with numerous small town hideaways just …