Berlin is usually the first stop for most travelers landing in Germany for the first time. After all, it’s the country’s capital, home to world-renowned landmarks like Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Wall, lively beer gardens, and an unrivaled clubbing scene. Incredible as Berlin may be, maybe it’s time for it to take a back seat: …
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 …
It’s been an exceedingly-long minute since you read a headline line this, but the moment has come. After 12 years, the European Union is gearing up to enlarge once more, and this time, it’s the paradisaical Montenegro being invited to join the club: A small nation on the shores of the Adriatic, packed full of …
If you’ve been waiting for the summer season to die down to start planning your budget-friendly, chilled Italian getaway, only to find out, in utter shock, prices haven’t dropped, nor have crowds dwindled? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Believe it or not, at this point, Italy is expensive and crowded regardless of season, and for …
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 …
As much as the traditional media would have you believe, Mediterranean vacays are not only about living la dolce vita in Italy, island-hopping around Greece, or impersonating Brigitte Bardot as you cruise down the French Riviera in a vintage peugeot. We’re Travel Off Path, a travel news website known for going deeper than surface level, …
When it comes to summers in Europe, Barcelona seems to be the number one destination on everyone’s mind. Despite the rising anti-foreigner sentiment and the surging crowds, tourists continue flocking to the Spanish city year after year. Between strolling the charming Gothic Quarter, as you slowly make your way to La Sagrada Familia, and lounging …
Home to a picture-perfect Old Town of rolling hills, Baroque churches, and a scenic riverfront, it’s safe to say Lisbon is easily one of the most incredible city breaks in Europe. As charming as it can be, it’s also worth pointing out that Lisbon has now become one of the most overtouristed cities in the …
The birthplace of the Grimm brothers, and a culturally rich country with centuries upon centuries of accumulated history, Germany is one of the most sought-after destinations for Americans heading across the pond. The problem is, when they travel to places like Berlin, Frankfurt, or Munich, they’re often imagining Disney-like fairytale settings. Instead, they find S-Bahns, …
The Eternal City, home to world-renowned landmarks like the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain, and exuding ancient allure in just about every corner, it’s not hard to see why Rome sits at the top of the bucket list for just about every American who hasn’t yet made it across the pond. Fascinating as Rome may …
When you think of Italy, Rome is probably the first destination that comes to mind. As the country’s capital and a cultural powerhouse, it’s home to some of Europe’s most iconic attractions, like the mighty Colosseum, the ornate Fontana di Trevi, and the Vatican, to name a few. With so much to see, it’s no …
Vespa rides into blood-orange sunsets, lemon sorbet, served in actual lemon shells, and of course, the postcard-ready pebbly beaches hugged by azure seas… There are many reasons why Capri is on everyone’s bucket list these days, but it’s not Italy’s only idyllic island getaway on offer. Gorgeous as it may be, however, the jet-setting spot …