When you think Mexico, the first image you conjure up is probably Cancun’s turquoise shoreline, or to the odd culture buff, perhaps the epic Chichén Itzá pyramid, or bustling streets of Mexico City. We’re probably the biggest Mexico enthusiasts out there, having covered it a destination for over 7 years at this point, so we’re …
Let’s be real for a sec: as much as Mediterranean beach getaways and Swiss Alps escapes are magical, the main reason why we all flock to Europe year in, year out is that unmatched Old World allure. Yeah, the nature’s stunning, and sign me up for a pistachio gelato date on an Italian lungomare any …
At a time when overtourism has much of Europe pushing back on visitors, it may come as a surprise that one country actually wants more tourists rather than push them away. While certain hotspots in places like Spain and the Netherlands claim they’ve stamped too many passports — or are simply becoming pickier about the …
Very few places will make you dream and fantasize of paradise quite like Santorini’s virgin-white clifftop houses and bright-blue church domes backed by a flaming Aegean sunset. Yes, it’s gorgeous, and yes, it’s simply one of those breathtaking places you can’t quite put into words. That said, Santorini’s natural beauty and unique architecture are also …
If you’re even half the Europhile we are here at Travel Off Path, chances are you’re already browsing for Transatlantic flights now that spring’s right around the corner, and Europe’s gloomy weather is finally dissipating. Let’s face it: now’s truly the best time to hop across the pond, before the blazing summer sun scorches the …
Forget Lisbon and its endless flights of stairs leading to jam‑packed miradouros, and a crowded Porto and its overhyped riverside wine bars: If you’re looking for the authentic, slower‑paced, thoroughly local Portugal, away from the Insta‑crowds, you might want to give the usual power duo a miss this time. Portugal may be small by any country’s …
We’ve all seen the bumper stickers reading “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” But is that really true? Well, we at Travel Off Path scoured the map to find out for ourselves. With that said, I’m admittedly a travel weirdo. I’ve been to Moldova before Paris, Cuba before Punta Cana, and just about every …
If you’ve ever traveled by train across the U.K. before, you were probably taken aback by how shockingly expensive one-way fares were. Unlike the European mainland, where you can get dirt-cheap deals sometimes for as low as $10, even when booked relatively early, train journeys between major cities like London and Edinburgh can cost a …
Tired of the same old Cancun all-inclusives and Tulum beach parties? Perhaps it’s time you ditch the Mexican coast, be it the Caribbean or the Pacific, and head deep inland, where, believe it or not, most of the country’s most prized cultural assets are located. Yep, hundreds of miles away from the nearest gringo-dominated beach. …
Listen, I have had my fair share of ‘pinch me’ moments and seen enough breathtaking places to become jaded after traveling to nearly every single European country. Belarus, I’m still coming for you, but it might take a few years. From hanging monasteries in the mountains of Greece, perched atop free-standing rock pillars, to medieval …
Feeling that Cancun fatigue lately, are you? We’re big Mexican Caribbean enthusiasts ourselves, and come the start of the year there’s nothing we love more than booking an all‑inclusive Hotel Zone getaway, with poolside mimosas and buffet‑style feasts galore… But sometimes, you just crave something a little more enriching than another do‑nothing vacay, or at …
They say nobody likes surprises, but we at Travel Off Path can’t wait to be left gobsmacked when new reports and listicles pop up on our Google feed. In this case, TimeOut revealed some shockers on their latest deep dive into Europe’s top destinations. Having traversed much of the continent myself, there’s one standout in …