We’ve all dreamt of the wonders of Spain. Though locals are claiming that too many of us are living said dreams all at once, hence headline-grabbing protests asking tourists to hit the road. Well, not all of Spain has yanked away the welcome mat from tourists’ feet. So, rather than hit the road, why not …
Tired of the polarizing politics and elevated cost of living at home? You’re not alone: this year, a growing number of Americans are contemplating a move abroad, and naturally, Europe is what they’ve set their hearts on. The continent of fairytale castles, cultural wealth, and slower-paced living, it’s never sounded more appealing to the odd …
With anti-visitor protests erupting across Spain, from the historic alleys of Barcelona to the palm-lined streets of Tenerife, we get it if you don’t feel exactly welcome as an American in the popular European country. After all, stepping out of your hotel to find a ‘Tourists Go Home’ mural painted in bright red colors, or …
Some of us are already dreaming about what could be under our Christmas tree in a couple of months. If you ask us here at Travel Off Path, feel free to box up some plane tickets and put a bow on it (enough with the Starbucks gift cards already!). United Airlines is assisting in our …
With its endless miles of unspoiled Mediterranean coastline, vibrant cities, and rich Iberian heritage, Spain has always been a hugely popular destination for Americans vacationing across the pond, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. According to new research conducted by MMGY Global for Turespaña, 7 out of 10 U.S. citizens plan to …
Following in the footsteps of Croatia, which announced only last week that Americans will start getting fingerprinted once landing in the country, it’s now time for the second most popular destination worldwide to impose the same requirement. Having hosted a record-breaking 94 million tourists last year, only behind France, Spain is the second European country …
Is it just us or is it starting to feel like sweater season in Europe already? All across the Old Continent, leaves are starting to change, daylight hours are getting shorter, and the scorching summer heat is (finally) subsiding. You may think now’s the perfect time to go on a romantic getaway to Paris, explore …
Even if you’ve never been to Spain before, we’re sure you’re already familiar with names like Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, and Seville. The Iberian country is one of the most-visited destinations in the world, yet surprisingly, tourists rarely stray off the beaten path, opting to spend their vacations lounging in the sun in Catalonia, or, if …
When you think of Spain, it’s probably places like Andalusia, Catalonia, and the Balearics that first come to mind. Concentrating some of the country’s top beaches and world-renowned landmarks, and boasting an unrivaled gastronomy and social scenes, these three regions are probably Spain’s leading regions for tourism. Given their undeniable popularity, you’d expect them to …
For many decades now, Barcelona has been the leading destination in Spain for Americans. Surpassing Mallorca and Ibiza, and even the country’s own capital, Madrid, it draws in tens of millions of tourists every year with its Gaudí monuments and coastal location. Gorgeous as Barcelona may be, however, there is a strange storm on the …
When you think of islands in Spain, it’s probably places like sun-drenched Mallorca or party hub Ibiza that come to mind. They rank among the country’s top vacation hotspots, and they’re indeed epic sunny getaways, but it’s no secret you need to up your budget when heading there. Between the whopping average hotel rate of …
Home to world-renowned landmarks like La Sagrada Família and Park Güell, not to mention its privileged seaside location right on the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the number one destination in Spain. Despite its undeniable charm, it’s no secret Barcelona is fighting a not-so-silent battle right now: tourism levels are out of control, so …