Whether they’re going on a culture-loaded, across-the-pond getaway to Europe, or country-hopping in the sun-drenched Tropics, safety remains the main concern for Americans going abroad. And can you really blame them? Given the state of geopolitics, with wars erupting left, right, and center, and political instability running rampant in certain regions, planning an international trip …

Forget Cancun and its turquoise seas, Cabo’s world-class resorts, and Mexico City’s bustling street markets and shopping scene: Mexico’s trendiest destination right now is a lesser-known historic city that’s finally getting the recognition it deserves. Tucked away in the western side of the Yucatán Peninsula—opposite the Riviera Maya, if that’s your point of reference—San Francisco …

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 …

Three years after the successful launch of the Maya Train, which now travels on a loop around the Yucatan Peninsula, connecting destinations like Cancun, Tulum, and Merida, Mexico is gearing up to open yet another train route. Except this time, it won’t be restricted to a single region or peninsula: the country’s upcoming passenger railway …

Heading to Mexico in the near future but you’re suffering from that deep-seated Cancun fatigue? Listen, we get it: as much as we love all-inclusive resorts and do-nothing vacays ourselves, sometimes we could do with some culture and authenticity. Not to pass judgement, as here at Travel Off Path we’ve been covering Cancun and all …

The Mexican Caribbean is indeed gorgeous, with turquoise seas unlike any other, vibrant coastal cities, and an unmatched party scene, but is it the best destination south of the border for a chill, relaxing getaway? Not necessarily. Located on the opposite side of the country, at the very southern tip of the Baja California Sur …

Trust us, you’re not alone in feeling completely lost amidst all this planning for your upcoming Mexico getaway. We’ve all been there as first-timers: From assessing the safety risks at your destination to picking out the perfect hotel, not to mention getting all the documentation in order, this is no easy feat, and it’s no …

Due to the short-distance flights, visa-free access, and plethora of getaway deals, Cancun is the most convenient tropical getaway for Americans, but we can all agree that the most difficult part is finding the right hotel: With over 200 accommodation providers operating in the city, with a wide range of amenities each, and narrowing those …

There’s exciting news for California travelers looking to put their passports to use! Long gone are the days of making the treacherous drive to LA for financial and convenience’s sake, since the rest of Southern California lacks international reach. After years in the making, Copa Airlines, Panama’s prestigious flagship carrier, was finally granted the green …

Brazil tops the bucket list for many Americans traveling to Latin America. From the electrifying energy of Carnival in February to the golden-sand beaches washed by crystal-clear seas, it’s truly a slice of paradise. Interestingly enough, despite Brazil’s immense tourist offer, most travelers visit Rio and nothing else. If you’re hoping to experience a different …

We love Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, but we’re not sure about you; it’s the lesser-known spots that have been tugging at our heartstrings lately. It’s no wonder we’re called Travel Off Path, and for a number of years now, we’ve been exploring all around Mexico, from the tried-and-true beach gems in the Caribbean, to the …

Be it for the tropical weather and paradisaical beaches, or the world-class amenities that await them at one of those all-inclusive resorts, Cancun is the number one destination for Americans taking trips south of the border. Trust us, we’d know: at this point, Travel Off Path has become one of the leading sources for travel …