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If we told you Southern Living spotlighted a barrier island off North Carolina’s mainland where the water can shimmer Turks & Caicos-blue under the right conditions, would you believe it? Much of the Carolina coastline tends to be “mid” as I think the kids are still saying, however, there’s one bright spot that’s just like …

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Let the rest of the world say “Virginia is for lovers”. Here at Travel Off Path, we’re saying Virginia is for explorers — and if they happen to be lovers — that’s okay too. You may know Virginia Beach, Arlington, and the trendy coastal oasis of Norfolk, but there’s another under-hyped city that Southern Living …

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Kentucky may be best known for fried chicken and horsing around, but sleeping on this under-hyped state beyond Colonel Sanders and the ‘fastest 2 minutes in sports’ is a classic travel sin. Boasting small town charm, sprawling lush countryside, and of course, ample distilleries and tasting rooms to savor grandpappy’s medicine, exploring Kentucky is one …

Read More about Move Over Louisville! Experts Reveal Charming Kentucky Gem As 2026 Must-Visit

You often hear of travelers jetting off to Tampa, but most of them don’t base themselves in the city itself. Much like Los Angeles, where it seems about 200 separate towns converge to call themselves “LA”, Tampa is one and the same on a far lesser scale, made up of numerous sought-after paradises such as …

Read More about This Vibrant Beach City Named Florida’s Most Underrated Getaway For 2026

Think you know The South? Think again! If you thought Florida’s sunshine, Charleston’s European vibes, and Savannah Banana shenanigans were the best ways to experience this vast region of coastline and history, Southern Living is throwing you a big yellow curveball for your next trip. It’s true, a pair of cities largely overlooked have become …

Read More about These 2 Surprising Southern Cities Have Become Must-Visit Destinations, According To Local Experts

Got Georgia on your mind? Well, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you don’t have to follow the crowds to Savannah as enticing as one of America’s prettiest cities may be. The great state of Georgia boasts far more than Savannah’s European charm and Atlanta’s chaotic airport with numerous small town hideaways just …

Read More about Move Over Savannah! Experts Are Raving About Timeless Georgia Town

Less is ‘More‘ in this North Carolina hideaway boasting secret islands and small town charm. A far cry from the big city life of Charlotte or the lush, autumnal beauty drawing back hordes to Asheville, Southern Living recently featured perhaps North Carolina’s best-kept secret as far as beach getaways go. Here at Travel Off Path, …

Read More about This Coastal Hideaway Is North Carolina’s Fall Surprise Destination

Charleston is magnificent to visit year-round, but even as trees begin to change, travel experts at Southern Living don’t believe it’s South Carolina’s most beautiful fall getaway. At Travel Off Path, we realize we can’t showcase every single map-dot town transforming into a postcard this year, but this one is truly worth it. Let’s be …

Read More about Move Over Charleston! Lesser-Known Town Named South Carolina’s Most Beautiful Fall Getaway

If sunshine is on your mind, there’s no better state to visit than Florida. No matter the time of year, the rightfully named “Sunshine State” provides paradise shores wrapping the Gulf, the speckled Keys, and up and down the Atlantic, all with their own unique flair. If fall foliage and campfires are your jam this …

Read More about This Laid-Back Beach Town Named Florida’s Top Fall Getaway

September is here, so you know what that means now that Labor Day has swiftly passed us by. It’s time to swap out your summery white attire for checkered flannels and comfy jeans to enjoy the cool breeze with a soulful PSL in hand. This time of year, as some beaches become less desirable as …

Read More about Travel Experts Are Raving About This Secret State Park

Given Charleston’s aesthetically charming architecture, one would think the popular city commonly claimed to ooze European vibes would have a monopoly on South Carolina’s ‘magical’ destinations. According to Southern Living, that’s not the case… Not to say there’s a new sheriff in town, but there’s certainly a nearby alternative just an hour drive away. Perfect …

Read More about Move Over Charleston! Discover Nearby Island’s Charming Beach Escape

When it comes to Florida, locals say the north side of their state feels like the South, yet the further south you go actually feels like the North. You know…East Coast accents, flashy cars, and high-end everything — the exact opposite of southern charm intangibles. Standing true to locals’ sentiment, toeing the Florida-Georgia line just …

Read More about White Sand Beaches & Charming Downtown: Escape The City Bustle On This Stunning Florida Island