Let’s be real: the number one question on every American’s mind when booking a trip to Mexico is, “Is it safe?” Between sensational media headlines that paint the entire country with one broad, negative brush and the complex reality on the ground, getting a straight, trustworthy answer can feel impossible. Here at Travel Off Path, …

We all know and appreciate Mexico for its pristine white sands, turquoise seas, and luxurious five-star resorts lining the beachfront, but we love it for the authentic Mexican culture, soulful cuisine, and beautiful architecture. Beyond the glitz and glam of Cancun, there’s an entire country of pueblos yet to be spoiled by gentrification, begging to …

Most tourists know Mexico for its pristine Caribbean coastline, world-class hotels, and ancient Mayan heritage, but as anyone who’s dared to venture beyond the main tourist path will know, that’s only the tip of the iceberg—or should we say pyramid? From the snow-capped hills surrounding Puebla, to the lush valleys of Oaxaca, to the golden-sand …

Major news has just dropped that could potentially impact your next trip to Mexico. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) may be to blame if your flight south of the border is canceled. Given notoriously high fares during the holidays, with many travelers taking vacation time to escape the winter chills (or awkward family gatherings), …

Regardless of destination, safety is a primary concern for Americans traveling abroad in the current climate, particularly considering the rising levels of crime across various destinations, including those once deemed low-risk, and the state of geopolitics. In Mexico, it’s clearly no different: While we have been fierce defenders of Mexico for years now and have …

Mexico is teeming with attractive destinations suiting digital nomads’ freeing lifestyle. Whether it be colonial gems, gargantuan metropolises, or, of course, stunning paradise beaches, digital nomads can quite literally “eeny, meeny, miny, moe” a map of Mexico and be completely satisfied with where they land. According to a new insightful guide, there’s one unsuspecting resort …

Ahh, the Mexican Caribbean… its sun-kissed white sands hugged by teal-colored seas, the epic all-inclusive resorts where every single guest is treated like royalty, and the ancient Mayan World lying just beneath the surface, begging to be unearthed. It’s no wonder Americans keep flocking there, year after year, after year, but if you think overtouristed, …

If you’re planning a winter escape to Mexico’s Caribbean coast, one question is likely at the top of your mind: is it safe? Between sensational headlines and confusing travel advisories, getting a straight answer can be tough. Here at Travel Off Path, our job is to cut through the noise and give you the real, …

It’s that time of year again: Condé Nast Traveler is letting their readers pick out the best destinations in the world across a wide range of different categories. From the best hotels, to spas, to experiences, to small and big cities, 757,109 voices were heard in proclaiming the winners. You know what they say, Vox Populi, …

Planning a Mexican Caribbean getaway this fall, but you’re already taken aback by reports of crowds in Playa this September (even though it’s the off-season), or Tulum’s incessant, week-round party scene? Long gone are the days when Mexico in the fall was synonymous with a more relaxed atmosphere. As we reported previously, the sunny hotspot …

Cancun. Cabo. Mexico City. What do these have in common? Global fame often results in mostly unavoidable crowds, unless you venture into the locals’ gatekeepers’ secret hideaways. At Travel Off Path, we consider ourselves to be Mexico’s #1 fans, forging through the often dramatized security concerns and putting them to bed. I alone have been …

Cancun. Paris. New York City. Whether you’ve had the privilege to visit this trio of global icons and the likes or not, if you see things my way, then you feel like you already have given the pervasive level of publicity. At Travel Off Path, we love to pinpoint the core of what makes the …