Punta Cana isn’t old news by any stretch of the imagination. In fact, it was reported recently that the Dominican Republic continues on a record-setting tear, primarily backed by its renowned resort town. Despite the perpetual surge year after year, the D.R. is investing beyond Punta Cana’s pizzazz, deeper in uncharted territory, or so it …

London will always be a global icon, boasting magnificent marvels and a rich tapestry of history. Given its popularity, London casts a large shadow over nearby cities that most travelers overlook. The UK may not be as well-known as a beach destination compared to Spain, Greece, and many other European paradises, but given a chance, …

Who would’ve thought there’s a secret escape tucked away in the vast Appalachia region dubbed “The Little Bahamas of the East”? Indeed, one could argue these monikers are often overhyped — a clickbait nickname before clickbait even existed, such as Cincinnati being formerly known as “Paris of America,” with little to no resemblance to sidewalk …

Say what you want about Asheville, but there’s no denying North Carolina’s popular mountain getaway had its hidden gem membership revoked years ago. While Asheville could undoubtedly benefit from a new tourism boom given the natural disaster in 2024, that doesn’t mean you should sleep on North Carolina’s third-largest city, which has somehow slipped through …

From Paris’ sparkling Eiffel Tower and romantic Montmartre, down to Marseille’s vibrant port and pastel-colored Panier district, France has countless historic wonders. I would know. Almost 5 years in of living in France, I’m an adopted French at this point, and I can’t imagine spending the rest of my days anywhere else. That being said, …

Whether it be well-documented protests or you’re ahead of the game letting AI tell you where to go, it seems so-called “hidden gems” are becoming harder and harder to come by? I remember a few years ago I stumbled upon Lake Ohrid as a last-minute throw-in while I was traversing Albania when it was still …

Venice is cool and all, but whether you’re looking to avoid the new rules, the unwelcoming “Karens”, or all the drama surrounding Jeff Bezos’ wedding, we at Travel Off Path have the perfect getaway in mind. Just 2 hours away, tucked along tranquil coastlines, is a cultural city far too often overlooked in the shadows …

Is there any better feeling than discovering places in our travels that nobody seems to know? The experts at Frugal Flyer released an insightful study this month, revealing the top secret beaches to visit this summer. We at Travel Off Path give our stamp of approval with their big reveal, as we weren’t aware of …

As Americans are way behind the times in traversing the world by rail, Europeans have had the concept down pat for decades. The UK is turning back the clock, bringing back an iconic steam train that once ruled the rails as early as the 1940s—the first model, anyway. Ultimately, the train took a page from LL Cool …

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 …

With its faraway fairytale castles, cobbled towns that look frozen in a 15th-century snapshot, and unmatched cultural allure, it’s no wonder Europe is at the top of the bucket list for most Americans flying abroad this summer. While most will be flocking to cities like London, Paris, and Rome, a sizable minority has been craving …

Necessary or not, travelers are venturing beyond the European charm of Charleston into South Carolina’s lesser-known. The proof is no more evident than the vibrant state capital, Columbia, which is seeing record numbers of visitors, but that’s not the state’s best-kept secret. Southern Living featured an insightful list of the ‘most beautiful’ destinations in South …