So you’ve seen the epic photos and heard the hype: Madeira, the ‘Hawaii of Europe,’ with its jaw-dropping green mountains that crash into the deep blue Atlantic. It’s a year-round stunner, but tackling it during the peak summer chaos of July and August? That’s a whole different beast. The island is buzzing, the energy is …

What better way to ring in July 4th weekend than the ‘birthplace of America’, known for its iconic bell? As the bright lights of New York City tend to steal the spotlight from other major cities in the Northeast, we at Travel Off Path recently covered Baltimore as one of the region’s surging spring destinations, …

Whether it’s the world-famous ancient monuments, the incredible food, or those picture-perfect Mediterranean beaches, millions of Americans will be flocking to Italy this summer. As one of the leading sources for Europe travel news that matters to U.S. travelers, Travel Off Path has covered Italy extensively over the years—from the timeless favorites like Rome and …

After a period of relative ease in international travel, countries are becoming increasingly restrictive and adding new entry requirements that make going abroad more complicated, as well as more expensive, in some cases. From imposing visas on Americans to travel abroad, to the much-dreaded Electronic Travel Authorizations, it’s like we’re living through the chaos of …

With July 4th fireworks set to light up our night skies, countless Americans will be relaxing lakeside or beachside, enjoying the come-down of a fun day spent on sun-drenched shores. The problem is you’re likely crammed in like sardines, all ooh-ing and ahh-ing at the same colorful displays we look forward to each year. But …

If you’re heading to the Mediterranean this summer in search of that dolce vita and picture-perfect coastal towns hugged by turquoise seas, but you’re not exactly willing to break the bank whilst you’re at it, you might be feeling like you’re running out of options. From Barcelona to Amalfi to Greece’s jam-packed Santorini, it’s easy …

Planning an international trip is exciting, but there’s always one step that can feel a little confusing: checking the official travel advisory. You hear about different “Levels,” and it’s hard to know what they actually mean for your vacation. Is a Level 2 a deal-breaker or just a friendly heads-up? It can be tough to …

Pack your hair gel and finest Polo and get ready to pop your collar in the Jersey Shore this summer! Kidding aside, one of MTV’s biggest hits isn’t quite an accurate portrayal of the so-called “Jersey Shore,” as reality TV isn’t so real after all, with scripted scenarios and fluffy dialogue. If the way Snooki and The …

There are few direct flights to Croatia from the U.S., so why not go a little off the beaten path into one of Central Europe’s most aesthetically captivating cities? While Dubrovnik is all the rage each summer, Croatia’s capital is perhaps the country’s biggest surprise, especially since there’s no beach in sight. Despite no sparkling …

There’s exciting news for California travelers looking to put their passports to use! Long gone are the days of making the treacherous drive to LA for financial and convenience’s sake, since the rest of Southern California lacks international reach. After years in the making, Copa Airlines, Panama’s prestigious flagship carrier, was finally granted the green …

America’s smallest state may not be on everyone’s radar this summer, but that’s not to say there aren’t stunning destinations in this New England gem covering just 1,034 square miles. Being the runt of the East Coast, there’s really only one city people may know off the top of their head — Providence. But there’s …

We’re fully in the swing of summer now, but American Airlines is already prepping us for an exciting new fall escape. Serving as both a Central California dupe to avoid Napa’s crowds and a stunningly beautiful coastline too often overlooked for your next beach vacation, it’s quite a shock to discover American hasn’t flown here …