Despite popular belief, France has more sun and sand than its famous Côte d’Azur. With Nice, St. Tropez and Marseille leading the way, separate coastlines often go overlooked, whether north of Paris or west of the French Riviera. One such city is one of South France’s most gorgeous getaways, oozing spitting image limestone facades and …

Travel the world long enough, and you will find yourself in a sketchy situation. I’ve been scammed, had taxi drivers throw coffee at me, and once booked a nonexistent hotel in Mexico, leaving me and my girlfriend stranded in a town we probably weren’t pronouncing right. In other words, a little research goes a long …

It’s not just Mexico’s unexpected chaos this week that has drawn extra eyeballs south of the border. Mainstream news has long depicted Mexico as a sketchy destination, even though a majority of violent crime takes place in select areas most tourists wouldn’t dare visit in the first place. That said, what happened across the state …

I lost count of how many texts and DMs I received this week when people found out I was in Mexico. You know what I’m talking about, of course… Mainstream media, every travel publication, and numerous U.S. government-backed alerts had left loved ones and travelers with bags packed and ready to go in a tizzy. We won’t …

When we picture our chosen safe havens, that list likely looks different to everyone. For example, Puerto Vallarta has long been deemed one of Mexico’s safest beach destinations, but things went topsy-turvy out of nowhere this week with a new security alert you’ve likely seen on every news station by now. For the States, though, …

Alright, travelers… It’s time to un-hibernate and embrace the warmth of spring. Sure, you can book a cookie-cutter trip to Cancun or Cabo, but we all know unforgettable adventures lie in real Mexico. Of course, “real Mexico” earns a side-eye from time to time from those who consider Taco Bell to be Mexican food — …

Here at Travel Off Path, we understand the hesitation that comes with venturing beyond the usual tourist trail. Truth be told, the U.S. State Department’s website can feel like a maze to sort through. That’s where we step in — keeping up with shifting travel trends across the globe, especially in popular countries like the …

We’re all guilty of overlooking things — even the most seasoned travelers. Heck, it took me 35 years to visit Cancun. But that’s just it… If there’s one thing a globetrotter like me knows for sure, it’s that the most unsung destinations often leave the most meaningful lasting impression, even more so than any mainstream …

With spring break on the horizon, more travelers are scoping out the perfect beach destination. But the truth is not everyone shares the same vision. Some beaches are more welcoming to rowdy crowds, some are packed with retirees fresh from a pickleball match, and others are a mix of everyone. There’s one state that was …

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 …

Landing in Cancun this winter? Expect to see a massive show of force. Authorities have deployed 7,000 troops to the Riviera Maya—here is how it affects your vacation. We at Travel Off Path have been tracking this for a while, especially after 400 new police officers with body cameras were added to Cancun’s force earlier …

Boasting captivating culture, gorgeous coastlines, bucket-list islands, wondrous wildlife, and affordability across the board, you’re likely wondering where to sign up, right? Well, notice safety wasn’t listed… All of us here at Travel Off Path have found ourselves at one point or another with extra eyes on us in the midst of our adventures, where …