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 …

It’s not that Los Cabos has lost its luster by any means — it’s still the glitzy paradise lined with a vibrant waterfront and all-inclusives with every posh amenity you can imagine. But, I can’t be the only one who goes a little stir crazy if I’m in the same place too long. No offense …

Let’s be honest: planning a trip right now feels a little different. With the State Department issuing a “Worldwide Caution” alert, it’s easy to feel a surge of anxiety about your upcoming travels. But here’s the truth: a world on edge doesn’t mean you have to lock your passport away. It just means you need …

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, …

Planning an international trip is incredibly exciting, but let’s be honest, the excitement can quickly turn to stress when you start researching entry requirements. For American travelers, navigating the ever-changing landscape of visas, passport validity rules, and new digital authorizations like ETAs can feel like deciphering a complex puzzle. Miss one small detail, and your …

Let’s be real: your feed is probably flooded with friends in Greece and Italy right now. And while their trips look incredible, they come with shockingly high price tags. Finding a spot in Europe that’s genuinely stunning and doesn’t require taking out a second mortgage has felt almost impossible. Until now. There’s a country quietly …

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 …

Is there any better feeling than discovering places in our travels that nobody seems to know? The experts at Frugal Flyer released an insightful study this month, revealing the top secret beaches to visit this summer. We at Travel Off Path give our stamp of approval with their big reveal, as we weren’t aware of …

They say “everything is bigger in Texas” and that applies to the headaches and frustrations of navigating the nation’s third busiest airport, DFW. Thankfully, Dallas has long been home to Love Field too — typically less of a Texas-sized pain in the you know what anchored by one of Americans’ favorite airlines, Southwest. Despite Big …

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 …