Portland has no qualms with being known as America’s weirdest city. That became obvious from the moment I arrived a few months ago. As a first-time visitor, I stumbled upon drag shows at food truck parks, ‘Karaoke from Hell‘, and every downtown corner seemed to waft with patchouli oil. It goes without saying Portland is …

If you’re dreaming of turquoise water and sun-drenched sand in Los Cabos this week, you’re in for a treat—but you’ll want to pack a healthy dose of respect for the ocean along with your sunscreen. A significant southern swell is rolling into the tip of the Baja Peninsula, promising a spectacular show of Mother Nature’s …

With talk of countries shutting their doors to aspiring digital nomads, and the era of remote work inching ever closer to a potential end, we’ll bet a million Indonesian rupiahs that you’re on the hunt for the next nomad-friendly spot. After all, this is no longer 2022 or 2023, when we saw country after country …

If you’re craving adventure this summer, don’t worry. A plethora of airlines got the memo. There’s at least 5 stunning beach destinations Americans can fly to for the first-time ever this summer — including one stunner right here in the heartland! But let’s be real. As great as the U.S. may be for beach vacations, …

Hooty Hoo! That’s the sound of adventure calling this summer, and we all know there’s no better place to hop around country to country than Europe. Whether it be scenic train rides, island ferries, or quick, cheap flights, Europe is the ultimate summer playground to flip your boss the bird and put your well-deserved PTO …

Here at Travel Off Path, we spend a lot of time deciphering official travel advisories. We know they can feel like dense, intimidating legal documents that leave you wondering if you need a security detail to visit a beach. That’s why we were so happy to see the latest update for Thailand. In a refreshingly …

Tired of the same-o, same-o vacations? Me too. Right now, many Americans’ favorite beach getaway (Cancun) is blanketed with seaweed, with water reminiscent of the Tijuana River. Not exactly paradise, right? Problems like these give travelers the chance to open their eyes to new possibilities; that’s when we discover the magic of travel rather than following the …

2025 is the year we’ll slow it down a notch and truly take in the sights, appreciate the scenery, and savor the culture when traveling in Europe: no more embarking on crazy multi-flight trips, and cramming as many countries as possible into a 2-week itinerary. What better way, then, to bask in the Old Continent’s …

The days of breezing into Mexico with a laptop and a prayer for a six-month stay are fading faster than an ice-cold horchata on a hot day. Here at Travel Off Path, we’ve been on the ground in Mexico tracking these changes, and for the global tribe of digital nomads, the once-reliable 180-day tourist permit …

Get ready to update your travel bucket list. The Dominican Republic, already a giant in the Caribbean travel scene, is going all-in on a brand-new coastal paradise. Forget what you know about Punta Cana for a second—the nation is busy building a new “Cancun” from the ground up on its stunning, untouched southwestern coast. This …

The sticker shock from a simple flight search has become a painful summer ritual. But before you surrender to a staycation, the team at Travel Off Path is here to confirm that a genuine, week-long getaway is still within reach—without having to sell a kidney. (Seriously, don’t do that!) We’ve crunched the numbers for summer …

Heading to Europe this summer but still haven’t fully planned out your itinerary? Chances are you’re a bit taken aback by the rising prices, from once-inexpensive Portugal all the way to Croatia, which has long lost its status as the “affordable alternative to Italy.” But there’s still hope for the budget-conscious traveler. If you love …