If all-inclusive resort getaways in Cancun, and week-round partying in Puerto Vallarta no longer sound that exciting on your fifth, or maybe sixth visit to Mexico, maybe all you need is a cultural getaway filled with amazing food and authentic vibes. Here at Travel Off Path, we love shining a light on lesser-known destinations that …
We all know Europe for the cobbled streets, ancient town squares, and soaring cathedrals built at a time when architectural beauty still mattered―but oftentimes, we forget there are fragments of the Old Continent right here, on our side of the pond. Believe it or not, you don’t have to fly an 8–10-hour red-eye to soak …
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 …
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 …
As customary every year, world-renowned publication Travel + Leisure has revealed their Favorite Cities in the World list, as voted by hundreds of thousands of their own readers, and you know how the Ancient Latin saying goes, Vox Populi, Vox Dei: This time, 4 Mexican destinations have cracked the top 25, with one Mexican city …
If you’re planning a trip to Mexico’s sun-drenched coasts, you might have heard whispers about extra tourist fees. Here at Travel Off Path, we know our readers demand clarity, not confusion. Forget the hearsay and rumors. We’re cutting straight to the facts, providing you with the exact information from government websites about two of the …
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 …
Whenever you hear someone discuss their latest Mexico trip, chances are they’re probably bang on about places like Cancun, Los Cabos, or, if they’re into the whole hustle and bustle of a big city, perhaps Mexico City… but only seldom will they bring up Mérida. Located on the other side of the Yucatán Peninsula, away from …
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 …
You know those Reddit experts who publicly encourage you not to pay the Cancun tourist tax as ‘nobody checks for it, anyway’? We’ve been warning you against them dodging the rule for quite some time now, and finally, now you know why: Due to non-compliance, there have been reports of travelers being held up at …
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 …
You know the feeling. You just had the best tacos of your life, the bill hits the table, and the vacation vibe comes to a screeching halt. Suddenly you’re doing frantic mental math, trying to remember if the tip is 10% or 15%—or if it’s already included. It’s a total buzzkill, and nobody wants to …