Condè Nast have been experts in their field for what feels like eternity. As such, we at Travel Off Path trust their judgement when it comes to peeling back the curtain on the best alternatives to iconic destinations. The question you may be asking is, why would said icons not make a worthwhile visit? When …

You’ve finally landed the remote job you’ve dreamed of. All documents are in order. Bags are packed and ready to go. But, the question is “where to?”. As we enter the final stages of 2025, so many countries across the globe have launched their own variations of digital nomad visas by now. Some seem too …

We all know—and love—Venice: the winding canals, navigated by exceptionally long, richly decorated gondolas, the Gothic palaces lining the waterline, and the beautiful Baroque basilicas. There’s truly nowhere in the world quite like it. The one big downside? Most of the year, it is chaos personified, as millions of tourists flock into its narrow fondamente …

With its UNESCO-listed waterways, world-class museums, and edgy Red Light District, home to a plethora of entertainment venues and a thriving nightlife scene, Amsterdam is likely to be on your radar for a future trip to Europe. Something tourists often fail to take into account when planning a visit, however, is how crowded and expensive …

Truth be told, we’ve covered numerous Amsterdam alternatives since the iconic city hasn’t exactly been the most welcoming host in recent years. They are going as far as implementing ‘Stay Away’ campaigns, hoping to alter their image as a party-driven destination, yet their famous red lights still illuminate many dark nights. Go figure. That being …

Heading to Europe in 2025? Before you book those intra-continent flights, you should know there are numerous train routes launching between different European destinations, sometimes for cheaper than a croissant and cappuccino breakfast deal: Recently, a new ultra-cheap service has been added from Paris to Brussels, in response to the overpriced Eurostar, as well as …

Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations, and rightly so: traversed by canals and packed with historical monuments, it boasts cultural wealth like no other. If we’re to disregard the (usually) gloomy weather, it would be the perfect city break, were it not for the millions of tourists that flock to its Red Light …

Are you heading on a Eurotrip soon and planning on ditching the plane either to reduce your carbon footprint or simply because you find railway travel nostalgic? You’re in luck, as two of the most fascinating cities in Europe will now be connected by a direct, high-speed train: from December 15, you can travel between …

Picture-perfect canals lined with somber-colored, skinny houses, gray––but romantic altogether––winter skies, and stroopwafels straight from the market: It’s easy to see how Amsterdam would still rank high on everyone’s Europe bucket list despite the intense crowding. Something most tourists fail to grasp, however, is that, as beautiful as it may be, the capital of the …

If you like medieval castles and ornate architecture, a trip to Europe is probably at the top of your wishlist right now.  However, given the rising crime in parts of Paris and the anti-tourist sentiment in Barcelona, we wouldn’t blame you for being hesitant about booking those flights. The Ministry of Interior confirmed certain offenses have …

Whether it’s hiking the Inca Trail up to Machu Picchu, retracing the steps of legendary gladiators in the Roman Colosseum, or taking a scenic cruise through Vietnam’s UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay, we’re always looking to get our minds blown on vacation. Cultural experiences continue to lead travel trends worldwide, especially among U.S. travelers, who don’t …

With the war that continues to rage in Ukraine, rising crime, illegal immigration and the threat of extremism now back to haunt numerous European countries, it’s only natural that travelers would be concerned about their safety crossing the pond. Europe remains a safe destination at large, but there’s no denying that major cities like London, …