Easter in the Mexican Caribbean brings packed resorts, massive beach parties, and peak-season crowds. With an estimated 1.2 million travelers touching down this month for Holy Week, Quintana Roo is taking zero chances with traveler safety. Starting March 27, the state is rolling out a massive security shield. Over 7,000 military personnel, federal agents, and …
Some of us envision resort foam parties in a sea of rowdy crowds, while others, likely past their Spring Break glory, picture open beaches and adults-only amenities to unwind in peace. The same can be said about Mexico’s postcard beaches — you don’t want to pick the wrong one that mismatches your vibe. Well, when …
If it feels like every American you know is going back to Cancun or Punta Cana again next year, you’re not wrong. But behind the scenes, a whole lineup of countries is basically waving at the U.S. and saying: “Hey…pick us instead.” We at Travel Off Path have been watching which destinations are putting real …
If you are one of the millions of Americans planning to touch down in Cancun this winter, you might notice the atmosphere feels a little tighter—and safer—than usual. Security is always the elephant in the room when we talk about Mexico. We all love the turquoise water, the all-inclusive service, and the direct flights, but …
White-sand beaches, turquoise seas and epic resorts: there’s many different reasons why people love vacationing in the Caribbean. You’ve heard extensively of Cozumel and its luxury hotels, Punta Cana with the lively beach bars, and even Jamaica, highly sought-after for its carnival, but there’s a lesser-known island that rarely gets mentioned—though it’s taking the region …
Rome is the number one destination on the minds of nearly all tourists going to Italy, and can you really blame them? It is, after all, the home of the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Vatican City, and countless more world-renowned landmarks. If you’re a faithful Travel Off Path reader, however, you know by now …
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, chances are you’re already aware of the growing anti-tourist sentiment perceived across the pond. From the restrictive laws governing AirBnB rentals in places like Paris and Rome, to the widespread protests seen in cities like Barcelona and Las Palmas, ‘Go Home!’ picket signs and all, it’s clear now …
You’re on a perfect beach in one of the world’s most popular vacation spots, the turquoise water is calling your name, and a soldier in full tactical gear walks by. It’s a jarring image that can spark a moment of anxiety for any traveler. But in 2025, is this a sign of trouble, or is …
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 …
You might be surprised to hear that Mississippi has become one of America’s trendiest states. Whether it be gleaming white-sand islands, resort-laden beach towns, or deep dives into history as one of the most significant building blocks of America’s timeline, this southern gem is slowly but surely creeping out of Florida’s shadow. Putting the coast …
They did it again. For the second, third, fourth? We’re not even sure at this point, Mexico has concluded yet another calendar year with a record number of arrivals: that’s over 19 million foreign arrivals and a 16.6% increase over 2019. 2019, as you know, is the reference year for pre-health crisis figures. Needless to say, Americans lead by …
Bye, bye Italy, France, hello Türkiye––or as the former name spelled out, Turkey: A transcontinental country bestriding the natural border between Europe and Asia, it is seeing a remarkable increase in tourism, particularly coming from the United States, with 1.9 million Americans traveling across the Atlantic to marvel at its ancient sites and natural wonders. …