Disney-like castles perched atop photogenic hilltops, cobbled alleys that wind and twist and turn, leading either to hidden piazzas or secret gardens, and all the ornate facades and intricately-carved architectural details you can lay your eyes on: Europe is the go-to destination for experiencing all that Old World charm, and let’s not beat around the bush …

There’s never been a better time to travel in Europe by train. But while everyone is talking about it, one iconic country has quietly been having a full-blown rail revolution, making it the absolute easiest—and smartest—way to explore this fall. That country is Italy. Forget the stress of renting a car or dealing with budget …

Whether you’ve been there before or you’ve only seen the pictures, we can all instantly recognize it: a monumental red dome rising above a sea of ocher-colored buildings, a winding river spanned by a medieval bridge, and golden sunsets. Florence is like something straight out of a fairytale, and it’s no wonder that, for some, …

As if nonstop flights to Malta hadn’t been big news enough, Delta continues to build up on their European network by adding the first-ever nonstop service between the United States and… Sardinia! Italy’s second-largest island (after Sicily), and one of the leading beach destinations in the Mediterranean, Sardinia is famous for its Caribbean-like white sand …

Europe’s Railway Renaissance is charging full speed ahead this fall, and if you happen to be heading to Italy, you don’t want to miss this: There is a new scenic, slow train in the scene, and guess what, it’s come straight from your most idyllic European getaway fantasies. It travels from Rome all the way …

It seems everyone’s headed to Italy’s Amalfi Coast this year, and that’s fair enough: the scenic coastal drives, the lemon sorbet served in actual lemon shells, and the picture-perfect riviera towns hugged by azure seas… it’s no wonder some say this is heaven on earth. Paradise doesn’t come cheap, though: With an average overnight rate …

If you’re dreaming of your next trip across the pond, but have been waiting for the crowds to dwindle and that scorching weather to cool a little, chances are you’re eyeing September (or even early October) as your travel window. This summer, Europe has seen overtourism and extreme heat like never before, but it’s no …

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 …

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 …

Rome seems to be on everyone’s bucket list these days, and though here at Travel Off Path we do have a preference for more offbeat destinations, listen, we get it. Between the ancient allure of the Colosseum and the picture-perfect cobbled streets of Trastevere, the Eternal City is like a treasure trove of manmade wonders, …

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 …