After some unexpected hiccups, arguably, Amtrak’s most exciting new route in years is officially set to launch in August. We at Travel Off Path have reported on numerous hidden gems spread across the coastal South ready to take the main stage with more recognizable names like Mobile and New Orleans. People are thrilled for a …
Say what you want about California, but there’s no denying how beautiful the Golden State is from top to bottom. While Northern California is teeming with hidden gems off the radar for most mainstream vacationers, Southern California is a whole different story. Home to iconic beach cities, staggering mountain ranges, sensational cuisine, and real estate …
If you’ve been looking forward to Amtrak’s exciting revival of the New Orleans—Mobile route, you’ll still be able to hop aboard this summer, but there have already been some hiccups. Due to ‘construction issues’ , the highly anticipated route has been pushed back until an undisclosed date in late summer (think July or August). Travelers …
People who’ve only seen Texas through the lens of classic Westerns will be gobsmacked by how diverse the Lone Star State really is. Whether you’re drawn to charming small towns where the aroma of pit-smoked barbecue infuses your clothes, culturally vibrant cities with deep Hispanic roots, or the unique blend of cowboy tradition and modern …
Despite being able to zoom through the skies at breakneck speed, slow travel is making a comeback. And by ‘slow travel’, of course I mean trains. Taking a page out of Europe’s and Asia’s playbook, the U.S. has been teasing more train routes and bullet trains for years, but even the train routes already in …
CNN just unveiled their take on 2025’s most exciting new train routes across the globe, and we’ve covered Europe’s new additions, like Brussels to Venice on a sleeper train and Paris to Berlin in just 8 hours. When it comes to the U.S., truth be told, there’s a lot of bureaucracy. Sometimes we ‘put the …
Even before we engorge ourselves with a Thanksgiving feast and deal with the annual Black Friday frenzy, many travelers are already dreaming of sunny escapes. Leaves are still falling and menus continue highlighting pumpkin spice concoctions, but winter adventures are right around the corner. Some of us seek sun-kissed shores while others embrace the magic …
There are approximately 45,000 flights zipping through the sky each day, but as advanced as our capabilities are to see the world, sometimes the scenic route is best. That’s what Amtrak is betting on with a new route connecting a pair of America’s most iconic cities. While you could certainly fly to either place in …
It’s time to start making your Fall travel plans. And leaf peeping is a quintessential Fall activity for American travelers. Luckily it’s also an activity that doesn’t have to break the bank! Vermont is widely considered to be the best place for leaf peeping in the U.S. And now Amtrak is offering a …
California can be an incredible place to vacation, but it always seems to find itself on the wrong end of the headlines. You know…more taxes, ridiculous gas prices, and let’s not even get started on real estate! Typically, travelers decide between going East or West for their summertime beach fix, unless you plan to put …
Europe’s stunning train routes and Asia’s lightning-quick bullet trains are not the only places to hit the rails. In fact, one could easily argue the U.S. is one of the best destinations to travel by train. Just temper expectations for speed as California hasn’t quite lived up to the hype for the America’s first bullet …
There’s one type of travel in particular that has surged in popularity with Americans this year. Train travel is currently trending among travelers in the United States, with a new ridership record set by Amtrak this year. Many American travelers who have visited Europe have probably noted how easy, extensive, and scenic rail travel can …