You may not think of the United Nations (UN) as your go-to travel source, but with good intentions, they momentarily put on their Travel Off Path hat to reveal an abundance of undiscovered villages ready for the spotlight. Totaling a whopping 52 unsung gems scattered across the globe from Guatemala to Vietnam, our expert team …

We at Travel Off Path love a good travel trend—especially when the data backs it up. UNWTO’s newest World Tourism Barometer shows that 2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for several destinations, with surging arrivals. Below, we break down the 10 hottest countries right now and who they’re perfect for—then point you to a quick quiz …

For what feels like forever, one nation has comfortably worn the crown as the world’s undisputed heavyweight champion of tourism: France. From the twinkling lights of Paris to the sun-drenched vineyards of Bordeaux, it’s the go-to global favourite. But hold onto your berets, folks, because a formidable challenger is striding into the ring, and 2025 …

Well, folks, hold onto your sombreros and baseball caps because the latest travel numbers for North America are in, and they’re painting two very different pictures! The sunny destinations of Mexico are absolutely booming and breaking records for international visitors. Meanwhile, the United States has experienced a different trend, with a slight dip in its …

Well, the results are in, and it looks like last year’s shake-up in global tourism was no accident. For the second consecutive year, Spain has officially secured its position as the world’s second most visited country, confirming its powerhouse status. According to the latest figures attributed to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for 2024, international …

Throughout the years, the attraction of the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico has been bringing in more travelers from around the globe. A recent press release states that Puerto Rico’s travel and tourism market has risen by 63% since 2018, particularly among U.S. travelers. Besides the added bonus of Americans not needing a passport to venture there …

The Middle East is a very underrated region of the world. As previously closed-off countries are opening up, travelers are taking notice the Middle East offers some spectacular experiences. Dubai, of course, is no secret to travelers, but there are many other places in the region worth a trip and are gaining traction with travelers. …

As the famous saying goes, “everything is bigger in Texas”. Perhaps nothing in this state is bigger than a true Texan’s strong sense of pride and appreciation for their history.  As one of a handful of states that borders Mexico, there is a blended culture of what once was versus the modern evolution of society. …

Seasoned travelers know that when visiting a new destination, public transportation can simplify travel, allow you to gain independence, and help you save money. However, not all transportation is equal, and in some countries, public transport can significantly increase expenses and add stress.  It can vary so much, even in the same country or region. …

While Bali waited two years to welcome back tourists with reduced restrictions, the island was given the chance to restore some balance after its consistent onslaught of tourists showing up at its doors. Prior to the pandemic, more than 6.3 million people visited Bali in 2019, but when this came to a halt, the country …

New York City is no stranger to tourists, but some of its neighborhoods might be. Most visitors to the Big Apple will find themselves in Manhattan or Brooklyn, which are great in their own right. However, New York City is home to a total of 5 boroughs. Each of them is unique with its own …

Every country, every state, and every city handled the COVID-19 pandemic differently for a variety of reasons. Restrictions in Texas were different than restrictions in Hawaii, and so on and so forth. The 2020 shutdown of Hawaii tourism left lasting effects on the small isolated state. With Covid now largely behind us, 2023 is now …