In a highly unusual move that has sent shockwaves through the Caribbean luxury travel sector, the U.S. Embassy has issued a specific and rare security alert advising against one of St. Lucia’s most iconic properties: Ladera Resort. While U.S. Embassies frequently issue broad warnings for entire countries, states, or neighborhoods, it is exceptionally rare for …
Another day, another travel alert… First it was Nepal catching the world by surprise with a government takeover, now it’s one of Latin America’s most iconic destinations going through the wringer, with travelers caught in the middle. The U.S. Embassy’s latest travel alert is hot off the press. If it were the 1920s, we’d be …
Travelers worldwide dream of vacationing in the Caribbean. At Travel Off Path, it’s one of our favorites for an unforgettable vacation, from the paradise shores of Cancun to clusters of speckled islands dotting the Atlantic. Though there’s one in particular that finds itself on many travelers’ wishlists due to its vibrant culture and captivating history, …
Uh-oh. Another travel alert for another popular destination in Mexico. We at Travel Off Path have been hawk-eying travel advisories and alerts to keep you guys safe this summer season. First, we reported the U.S. Embassy putting a damper on some travelers’ beach plans for Puerto Vallarta, and now they’re doing the same for culture …
It’s the time of year when we flip through our passport pages, seeing which countries we’ve missed out on, and with a global icon being so welcoming with $25 on-arrival visas, you can easily knock out one of the most fascinating countries in the world. Well, getting there is easy anyway… The U.S. Embassy is putting …
Spring break is fast approaching, and Mexico is one of the most popular hotspots for U.S. travelers looking to get away to the sunshine. It’s easy to see why. Mexico offers the perfect combination of white sand beaches, vibrant nightlife, fascinating culture, and accommodation options to suit all budgets. But even in paradise, …
Spring has sprung in Chile while us at home shift toward fall in search of scenic mountain roads, vibrant foliage photo-ops, and anything pumpkin. Who am I kidding? Every season is beach season for Americans, which is why much of South America makes for an epic fall adventure from Colombia, Brazil, and yes, even Chile. …
There are few places that tick off all the boxes for a picture-perfect sunny vacation more than the Caribbean. With travelers looking to escape the cold weather in many parts of the U.S., many Caribbean destinations are a short flight away to paradise. One of those is the gorgeous islands of The Bahamas, where typically …
Colombia has long held an iffy reputation for travelers. On one hand, it’s an amazing destination to visit. On the other hand, many travelers have claimed they feel the need to keep their head on a swivel in certain areas. Some of the more popular cities to visit are Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena to name …
Let’s face it: we live in strange times. There is so much violence, chaos, and uncertainty in the world right now that it should come as no surprise more travel alerts are being issued. When Russia invaded Ukraine, the world narrative quickly became “don’t go here”, “don’t go there”. War is ugly and always has …