A seriously-underrated country in Central America, just south of Mexico, Guatemala is smashing tourism records right now with over 1.6 million international visitors registered so far in 2025, according to INGUAT, the Guatemalan Tourism Institute. It may not seem like a lot, but this is a small country roughly the size of Tennessee, with a …

Thinking of heading across the pond this summer, but the sight of the Paris, Rome, and Dubrovnik crowds keeps putting you off? “Low season” is now a non-existent concept across a majority of Europe’s top tourism spots, with certain parts of Spain going as far as seeing widespread anti-tourist protests—and these can easily turn aggressive. If you’re …

Feeling like something different on your next trip? As much as we love Mexico’s leading resort city, Cancun, and here at Travel Off Path we’ve covered it extensively for years, sometimes all you need is something a little out of the ordinary. You know, straying off the beaten track a little. If you’re planning on …

Since eVisas, ETAS, and stricter entry requirements became the norm, it’s been a considerably trickier world to navigate as an American traveler. That’s why we rolled out the new free-to-use, 1-minute Travel Off Path Entry Requirement Checker to make planning a trip abroad a lot easier for you, but we digress. Now, if you are …

It’s finally happening, you guys. After years of delays and even rumors it was never going to launch anyway, Europe’s long-anticipated Entry-Exit System (or EES) will debut on October 12. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, this only means one thing: As a U.S. passport holder, you will now be subject to getting photographed and providing your …

While everyone bangs on about a European summer, you may be wondering whether now is a good time to go on a little Caribbean escapade. After all, prices are likely to drop in the off-season, and barring the occasional thunderstorm, it’s sunny and warm for the most part. If you’ve been viewing our TOP Entry …

It’s the end of an era, you guys: starting July 1, you will no longer have to request a pink card flying from the United States to Cuba. It’s not like the small Caribbean nation is doing away with visas, either, but from this summer, you will be able to apply for an electronic visa, …

Dreaming of a south-of-the-border getaway, but you can’t be bothered any longer with the ultra-luxurious Caribbean resort spots that cater primarily to affluent beach bums, and barely feel like Mexico? In other words, have you been craving some of that Latin American authenticity, with the beautiful old towns, just a little rough around the edges, …

Whether it be trekking through rugged terrain to witness the ancient Incan ruins of Machu Picchu or discovering the cultural delights of Lima and numerous vibrant mountain towns, there’s no doubt Peru sits atop many travelers wishlists. In fact, I just booked a trip myself, and it appears I’ll need to keep a keen eye …

The birthplace of tango and the proud home of chef-favorite Bife de Chorizo, Argentina is the number one destination for tourists heading to South America, not only because the culture and cuisine are unmatched, but because it’s very safe for foreigners: Compared to its neighbors, Argentina enjoys lower levels of violent crime, scamming practices, and …

Portugal has soared in popularity and is now a travel hotspot. But while Lisbon is heaving, there are still some places you can visit to escape the crowds.   The Azores are sometimes referred to as ‘the Hawaii of Europe’, and it takes just one glimpse at their lush greenery and incredible beaches to know …

Paris is the city of love, right? Perhaps not anymore!  And the good news is that American travelers won’t have to go far to visit the world’s new most romantic destination.   A new study of American travelers conducted by Talker Research found that Maui in Hawaii was voted as the new top romantic travel …