Virginia may not have been on your summer bingo card, but it turns out it is for nearly half a million travelers in June alone — a new record for one of its most under-hyped cities! Nope — we’re not talking about Virginia Beach or even one of the state’s best-kept secrets, we at Travel Off Path reported on …

Have major destinations lost their luster this summer? We at Travel Off Path have covered numerous midsize markets beginning to overpower the household names we’ve all grown to love. Jetting off to Spain? Seville was crowned Europe’s top city over Barcelona. Hoping to hit the jackpot in Atlantic City? Actually, it’s Asbury Park that’s New …

Skip Florida? That’s a hard sell for most. Believe it or not, hordes of usual Florida visitors (among other popular states) are finding their own slice of paradise in a Southern gem that’s too often been overlooked by its attractive neighbors. At the very least, most are aware of the small town charm and historical …

With LA tourism numbers dropping like flies and much of the Golden State ready to dent your wallet, it should be no surprise that one often overlooked city is surging due to affordability, less crowded beaches, and a recent glow-up drawing in more visitors like moths to a flame. Sandwiched between LA and Orange County …

Pack your hair gel and finest Polo and get ready to pop your collar in the Jersey Shore this summer! Kidding aside, one of MTV’s biggest hits isn’t quite an accurate portrayal of the so-called “Jersey Shore,” as reality TV isn’t so real after all, with scripted scenarios and fluffy dialogue. If the way Snooki and The …

There are few direct flights to Croatia from the U.S., so why not go a little off the beaten path into one of Central Europe’s most aesthetically captivating cities? While Dubrovnik is all the rage each summer, Croatia’s capital is perhaps the country’s biggest surprise, especially since there’s no beach in sight. Despite no sparkling …

Craving small-town charm away from the hustle and bustle of major cities? Well, there’s one down-home riverside city surging in the great state of Kentucky. Best of all, you don’t have to wear a 1800s dress or hats wider than my apartment square footage to fit in like you do in Louisville (looking at you, …

Any guesses where Americans are flocking for sun-drenched Caribbean shores? Obviously, your first guess might be The Bahamas, Cancun, or Punta Cana, but guess what!None of them are seeing the rise in popularity like these 4 paradise islands. This quad of Caribbean hotspots have caught the attention of American vacationers seeking more room to enjoy …

If you’re looking for Europe’s next big thing, you can skip the Eiffel Tower queues and Spain’s jam-packed beaches for a small, landlocked nation too often overlooked despite its ease of access. I had the privilege of visiting last fall. Its Medieval marvels, stunning scenery, and best of all, free nationwide transportation sealed the deal …

Portland has no qualms with being known as America’s weirdest city. That became obvious from the moment I arrived a few months ago. As a first-time visitor, I stumbled upon drag shows at food truck parks, ‘Karaoke from Hell‘, and every downtown corner seemed to waft with patchouli oil. It goes without saying Portland is …

Hooty Hoo! That’s the sound of adventure calling this summer, and we all know there’s no better place to hop around country to country than Europe. Whether it be scenic train rides, island ferries, or quick, cheap flights, Europe is the ultimate summer playground to flip your boss the bird and put your well-deserved PTO …

Apparently, something was lost in the mix with all the talk of Thailand’s White Lotus-driven tourism. To much surprise, another stunning country has overtaken them as Southeast Asia’s most visited destination this year. Over the past few months, any Google search about Thailand has resulted in regurgitated articles about Koh Samui’s grand resorts or Walton …