We at Travel Off Path scour the interwebs at all hours like caffeine-fueled night owls in search of hidden gems slipping through the cracks. The most notable find this week has broken tourism records 3 years running. What’s most interesting about that is it’s likely a town you’ve never heard of, but those in the …

As Americans are way behind the times in traversing the world by rail, Europeans have had the concept down pat for decades. The UK is turning back the clock, bringing back an iconic steam train that once ruled the rails as early as the 1940s—the first model, anyway. Ultimately, the train took a page from LL Cool …

With the raging success of White Lotus, it’s not far-fetched to guess where to go if you don’t mind being another face in the crowd. Phuket, Koh Samui, and of course, Bangkok, all come to mind as places that borrow New York City’s famous moniker of vacation spots that ‘never sleep’. But Thailand is inarguably …

Say goodbye to Lake Tahoe, Big Bear, and jam-packed National Parks this summer, and say hello to California’s alpine hideaways for a tranquil vacation amongst the Golden State’s untouched landscapes. With the exception of a handful of popular lake towns, most summer vacationers obviously seek out California’s paradisal shores from San Diego to the Oregon …

You’ve probably already scoped out Spain, Italy, Greece, and maybe even more Mediterranean gems for an unforgettable beach escape this summer, but what if you were told there’s a long stretch of secret coastline almost no Americans visit? Better yet, it’s only one flight away from numerous U.S. hubs, making for an easy journey across …

Remember when Mexico’s highly anticipated Maya Train was all the rage? Well, that’s since changed as Tulum, one of the top stops, has been overrun with tourists, sending prices soaring! But there’s another trainthat few people know about. In fact, I would venture to guess if you ask the average Mexican citizen to name another …

How many times can we bar-hop between Hard Rock Café, Señor Frog’s, and Cabo Wabo Cantina before we realize we’re falling for a tourist trap instead of enjoying the magic of the unknown with culturally rich destinations? As far as the Caribbean goes, Cancun, Punta Cana, and Montego Bay are fabulous, but there’s a missing …

Summer is upon us, and if you’re planning on taking that Transatlantic flight to revel in the Old World’s ancient allure, it’s probably places like France, Italy, and Spain that first pop to mind. Gorgeous as it may sound, that idyllic vision of Europe with twinkling Eiffel Towers and Instagrammable, pastel-hue towns doesn’t always match …

It may seem like avoiding summer beach crowds, especially in Florida, is a daunting task — almost as if you have to settle for fellow vacationers taking up your space with loud children and retirees whose swimwear choices suggest they last saw a mirror in the 90s. Despite what seems like an impossibility, the experts …

Much of Spain’s shores are speckled like ant farms in summer, but there’s at least one hidden gem that remains unspoiled to the masses. Home to fascinating historical sites, including a staggering hilltop castle, and one of the most eye-catching cityscapes across the Spanish Mediterranean seaside, travelers concerned with parts of Spain’s well-documented dissatisfaction with …

Travelers rightfully question if the long-haul flight to Brazil is worth it, especially with the country’s new invasive entry requirements for U.S. passport holders. In other words, save your paycheck! As Rio has held a sketchy reputation in recent years with notable upticks in crime, it’s become clear the iconic beach destination is no longer …

Whether it be Marseille, Nice, or St. Tropez, there’s no shortage of paradises along the French Riviera. None of the 3 destinations just mentioned are tight-lipped secrets, drawing a crowd to timeless plazas, pristine shores, and world-class stays. Dotting France’s southern coastline are numerous towns yet to be discovered by many travelers who often opt …