Any Scandimaniacs out there? The homeland of the Vikings, famous for its lively port cities steeped in history, jaw-dropping nature, and that pleasantly mild climate—which, let’s be honest, is a bit of a godsend now that Southern Europe is basically frying in summer—the Scandinavian countries are all the rage right now. Because of the rugged …

Many of us have been there… you find a killer flight deal to a tropical island, you go to book it, and then you realize your passport expired three months ago. Panic sets in. Expedited passport fees cost a fortune and take weeks. But you don’t actually need your passport to sit on a world-class …

Our whole team at Travel Off Path doesn’t just venture off every weekend to postcard destinations. We’ve all grabbed life by the horns and moved to some of the world’s greatest cities, whether it be Paris, Mexico City, or my chosen hometown of San Diego. But here’s the reality I don’t often discuss as a …

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 …

When you think of Peru, chances are Lima comes to mind, with its beautiful coastline, vibrant food markets, and buzzing city life. Or maybe the colonial charm of Cusco, which brings that Old World allure to the mix. And, of course, there’s Machu Picchu, the world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the Andean Highlands. …

Whether you’re a frequent visitor to the Mexican Caribbean, or you’re simply planning on going in the near future for that much-needed sunny break, you’re probably aware that the most dreaded time of year is fast-approaching: Sargassum season. Every year, from around late March to early October, the Caribbean Coast of Mexico is battered by …

If there’s one bragging right Europe has against America, it’s their vast train system. I don’t know about you, but every time I venture ‘across the pond’, I’m blown away by how cheap domestic flights can be and how well connected every country seems to be by train, both high-speed and the ‘we’ll get there …

Last year, the European Union took Americans by surprise when it started rolling out a new Entry-Exit System (EES) that involves fingerprinting all foreign visitors to ensure they comply with visitor rules. For context, as a tourist, you only get 90 days (out of any 180-day period) across the border-free Schengen Area, which comprises most …

If it weren’t for Schengen killing the fun, my passport would be bleeding ink. Having the pleasure of visiting far-flung countries such as Estonia and Morocco to global icons like Cancun (where I’m currently writing this), some might say I’ve travelled backwards. Sure, it’s a lot easier to start in your own backyard, but there …

Even before Biggie and Tupac, there has long been an East Coast versus West Coast rivalry. Florida and California could drop some banger diss tracks on one another as each side has its own unique appeal. For today, we’ll skip the part about how much of the West Coast has chilly waters and focus on …

It wasn’t just a vibe—it was the law. The government formally promised that no building on the coastline would ever exceed 4 stories (the height of a coconut tree). This legal guarantee is exactly what saved Punta Cana from becoming another Cancun or Miami. It kept the skyline low, the vibe tropical, and the concrete …

Vespa rides into blood-orange sunsets, soft pistacchio gelato on the stone pier, as you watch the ebb and flow of swimmers and boats along the marina, the incessant chant of cicadas up the olive tree hills… Say what you will, other poor excuses of seas can’t hold a candle to the Mediterranean. I’m not talking …