About Vinicius Costa
Vinicius Is Our Lead Writer at Travel Off Path
“My expertise can be attributed to my extensive traveling of course. I am genuinely intrigued by different cultures and environments which make my articles feel more “real” and valuable.
I am passionate about what I write and love to give readers an accurate portrayal of each destination.”
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Vinicius Costa Background
Experience: 7 Years Of Journalism Specializing in Travel Writing
Articles Written: Over 750
Countries Visited: 60
Years Spent Traveling: 7
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Vinicius Costa’s Recent Posts:
- France’s Undiscovered Metropolis Featuring A Massive Train Network, 17th-Century Palaces, And $5 Beers Is Surging In Popularity
When you think of France, it’s probably the Haussmann-designed boulevards of Paris and the turquoise coastline of Nice that come to mind. They’re two of the country’s leading destinations, and they draw in tens of millions of visitors every year. With the insane level of crowding and the rising prices, however, perhaps it’s not really … - I’ve Explored Almost Every Eastern European Country: Here Are The 4 Safest Cities With $15 Dinners And Zero Crowds
I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve visibly rolled my eyes at people who looked at me flabbergasted after I mentioned I’d been to some obscure, unpronounceable country in Eastern Europe. ‘But is it safe?’ ‘What about Russia being a stone’s throw away?‘ (Or so they believe) ‘Can you even actually visit?‘ Stereotypes … - 5 Of The Safest Undiscovered European Towns With 11th-Century Castles, Zero Crowds, And $70 Boutique Stays
Ever been to Europe thinking you’d find the exact same cobbled, fairytale town you saw on that flying-dress influencer’s viral reel, only to be met with a ton of people and cramped, matchbox-sized B&Bs priced like a boutique hotel? They call the acute culture shock some tourists experience upon finding the real Paris falls short … - This Undiscovered European Country Has $3 Wine, Medieval Castles, And Zero Fingerprint Checks For Americans
40+ European countries in, I’ve realized there are two sides to Europe: One where you get immaculately polished, postcard-perfect Old Towns and manicured riverfronts—and it might come with the inevitable downside of crowds and eye-watering prices—and another where it’s rough and gritty, occasionally chaotic, but not one bit less fascinating. If you’re not exactly keen … - This Safe & Undiscovered Spanish City With 11th-Century Palaces, $3 Tapas, And No Crowds Actually Wants More Tourists To Visit
If you’re thinking of taking a little break in sun-drenched Spain this season, but you’re a bit wary of getting water-gunned down by angry locals—yep, that’s a thing—or, plain and simple, you don’t really fancy coming across a rude ‘Go Home’ sign every few hundred meters, maybe give Barcelona a miss this time. Spain’s coastal … - This Uncrowded Italian City With 1st-Century Ruins, Caribbean-Style Beaches, And $16 Dinners Is Breaking Tourism Records
Enough with the endless hours of queuing to get into any ancient landmark you can possibly name in Rome; the jam-packed canals of Venice you’d be lucky to see if you can get past the indistinguishable mass of selfie-takers; and the mid-at-best, $40 ossobuco in Milan. If you’re dreaming of an Italian getaway this season, … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To This Safe European Walled City With 72°F Octobers, 16th-Century Fortresses, And Zero Anti-Tourist Protests
Feel like Spain, Italy, and Portugal don’t want Americans anywhere near? No problem: this fall, you can fly nonstop from Newark to this gorgeous walled city in Southeastern Europe, dominated by mighty medieval fortifications, offering mild weather, beautiful turquoise seas, and virtually zero of the headline-grabbing anti-tourist protests seen farther out West. While cities like … - After Visiting 100+ Cities Across Europe, I’d Pick These 5 Secondary Cities Over Their Capitals Every Time
If you’re planning a trip abroad, especially to a country you’ve never been to before, it’s of course instinctive to start with the capital. They are (usually) a country’s most important destination for a reason: other than mere administrative hubs, they can be the cultural heart of a nation, with its highest concentration of landmarks … - Americans Can Soon Fly Nonstop To Europe’s Safest Undiscovered Alpine Capital With A 12th-Century Castle, $4 Pints, And Fewer Crowds
Tired of the same old Paris–London–Rome circuit? For decades now, Americans have flocked into the same 3 European capitals for one of two reasons: either they genuinely didn’t know better than to flock into the same tourist hotspots over and over again, or they had no choice but to given the scarcity of Transatlantic flights … - I Live In France And Tell Friends To Skip Paris For These 5 Underrated Cities With Moated Castles, Volcanic Cathedrals, And $80 Hotels
It’s been six years now since I packed my bags in London, took the Eurostar across the Channel, and settled in Paris to start a new life. A lot has happened since, from pulling my hair out over those URSSAF filings to being baguette-order-shamed into finally speaking fluent French, but if there’s one thing I’ve … - 5 Underrated Medieval European Towns With Intact 14th-Century Walls, $18 Dinners, And Zero Crowds
Having lived across 3 European countries, from England to Ireland to France (my current home), and almost a decade into country-hopping solo around the Old Continent, with 40+ countries visited, I think I’ve reached the point I can look back in hindsight and reassess my priorities. What’s the main reason for Americans flocking over to … - This Gorgeous Croatian City Is Called Vienna By The Sea And It Has Half The Dubrovnik Prices & Crowds
When you think of Croatia, chances are it’s the sturdy coastal walls and cobble-paved Old Town of Dubrovnik that come to mind. Over the years, Croatia’s southerly fortified coastal city has become synonymous with that dreamy Mediterranean escape: it has the ancient flair, the turquoise waters, and yes, it’s a permanent fixture in the world … - This Underrated Eastern European City With 4th-Century Fortresses, $15 Dinners, And 1-Year Visa Free Visits For Americans Is Breaking Tourism Records
If you’re tired of hearing well-traveled acquaintances raving about their Paris–London–Rome circuit every year, we have something for you that might actually properly turn a few heads, and that won’t burn a hole through your wallet: Tucked away in the far Eastern corner of Europe, in a pocket-sized country roughly the size of South Carolina, … - Americans Are Flocking To This Underrated Island City In Greece With 75°F Autumns, $15 Seafood Dinners, And $70 Oceanfront Hotels
‘Why are there so many Americans in Chania, Greece? We recently came across this question on a Facebook group for digital nomads, and it’s a question we posed ourselves some time ago, and the fact this small coastal city on the north coast of Crete, Greece’s largest island, hosts a NATO base, wasn’t a satisfactory-enough … - 5 Old World Scottish Destinations With Highland Castles, Viking History, And Dramatic Lochs Everyone Should Visit At Least Once
Bagpipes, lake monsters and crumbling castles: very few places are as magical and steeped in ancient lore as Scotland. The most northerly nation in Great Britain, it’s a permanent fixture on the bucket list of millions of Americans, and a country I’ve been lucky enough to visit almost religiously every year. I haven’t climbed every … - Americans Can Now Fly Nonstop To This Sun-Drenched Italian Island With 75°F Fall Weather, Ancient Ruins, And $70 B&Bs
Not Rome and its nauseatingly long Colosseum lines, Venice with the bottlenecked canals overflowing with tourists, nor Positano and its exclusive beach bars where a half-sized glass of Aperol will set you back $15. The Italian destination that has everyone talking Stateside is a sun-drenched island just off the toe of the Italian boot, known … - Americans Are Flocking To The Only EU Nation Exempt From Fingerprint Checks And Entry Fees
Whether you’re OK with the European Union collecting your fingerprints and taking a facial image upon arrival, or you’re completely averse to that idea, one thing is clear: everyone’s annoyed about the crazy-long border queues and airport chaos seen across the pond lately. From passengers missing their flight connections to waits of up to 4–6 … - The Oldest City In Switzerland Features A Car-Free Old Town, $20 Alpine Dining, And Seamless Train Access
Switzerland is probably the last European country on your list if you’re budget-savvy, but 6 visits to Europe’s most sought-after Alpine retreat later, I’ve realized that how far your money goes—and sometimes, how much you enjoy your trip—depends entirely on where you go. Most visitors head to Zurich for the city buzz, or the Lauterbrunnen … - This Underrated Belgian City With 12th-Century Castles, Canals, And Beer Gardens Is Americans’ New Favorite European Getaway
Americans appear to have a new favorite European destination, and it’s no longer Paris and its Haussmann-planned cityscape. Or Rome and the millennia-old ruins of an empire. Much less Barcelona and its jam-packed Gothic Quarter. As a matter of fact, tourists are now being squirted with water pistols by angry anti-tourist protesters in Spain. After … - This Undiscovered Eurasian Country With A $1,000-A-Month Cost Of Living Is Launching A Digital Nomad Visa In 2027
It’s definitely been a minute since we’ve last covered one of these—the golden age of Digital Nomadism is way past us, after all—but lucky for the last few globe-trotters still standing among us, there’s always a lesser-known country hopping on a fading-but-not-quite-yet-dead trend. Tucked away on the far-eastern fringes of Europe—or mostly in Western Asia, … - I’ve Been To Over 40 European Countries: Here Are 5 Old World European Cities Everyone Should Visit At Least Once
From the hustle and bustle of Rome’s ancient streets to Warsaw’s vibrant mix of modern architecture and Old World charm to small towns in Bosnia built atop cascading waterfalls with names I can’t even pronounce, I’ve seen my fair share of Europe over the years… and then some. As you might have picked up on, … - 4 Historic French Cities With Gothic Cathedrals, $60 Hotels, And Zero Tourist Traps Just 1 Hour From Paris
After 6 years of living in Paris and skimming the whole country of France for real secret spots casual tourists who can’t see past the Eiffel Tower or the Riviera usually miss, I realized some of the best gems are right under our noses. You truly don’t need to hop on a Homeric train journey across France to see medieval … - Americans Can Now Fly Nonstop To Italy’s Most Underrated Coastal City With Perfect Autumn Weather, $60 Hotels, And Turquoise Beaches
I get it, you’re not ready to let go of summer just yet. Neither am I. While I see pumpkin-spiced lattes popping up left, right, and center, and the fall girlies digging their Uggs out of storage, I’ve been scouring the map of Europe for destinations where it’s still hovering around 75 degrees out, the … - New High-Speed Train Will Connect Paris Arrivals Directly To France’s Most Beautiful Cathedral City & A Medieval Gem In Switzerland
If you think 2026 was the year of Europe’s Railway Renaissance, wait until you hear about all the new services due to hit the tracks in 2027. Just in from the rail gods, we’ve got confirmation that an SNCF service—that’s France’s national rail operator, mind you—will link Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport directly to two … - 9 Countries Including France And Italy Officially Postpone Mandatory Fingerprint Checks For Americans
Well, well, well… the thing Brussels spent months insisting couldn’t happen just happened: After putting its foot down and sending a bloc-wide message that September 7, 2026 was effectively the point at which the special flexibility to pause biometric EES checks whenever airports deemed fit ran out, EU officials have blinked. They’ve now agreed to look the … - Forget Munich! Germany’s Oldest City Offers 2nd-Century Roman Ruins, $4 Local Beer, And No Mega-Crowds
We’ve all been there once: pulling up to that cute little European city you’d been enamored with for months after saving it to your Instagram faves, only to realize the crowd-free, idyllic version exists only on social media. Or at some ungodly hour that travel influencer you follow didn’t bother mentioning they were up at. … - Europe’s Most Scenic Train Ride Ends In An Uncrowded Italian Alpine Town With $100 Hotels And Peak Fall Foliage
For most people, traveling between countries means airport chaos, security scrutiny, border queues, and stressful flights. What if I told you the most beautiful border crossing in the world bypasses all of that, in fact, and doesn’t even require you to toggle on flight mode? Recently, I traveled on the Bernina Express, a red-colored beauty … - 4 Of The Safest Undiscovered European Coastlines With $50 Oceanfront Hotels, UNESCO Historic Centers, And Less Crowds
Enough with the Côte d’Azurs, Amalfi Coasts, and Costa del Sols of the world: 3 of Europe’s best-known coastlines may be stunning and have a lot to offer, but I don’t know about you; I’m not exactly keen on spending $200–$550 a night on hotels, nor battling the cruise crowds for a spot in the … - I’ve Visited Over 25 Islands In Greece And This 1 Is Still My Favorite
Year in, year out, you can rest assured there’s one sun-drenched Mediterranean country I’ll be hitting: the home of feta, cradle of Western civilization, and a country whose coastline looks as if somebody dropped a dinner plate and watched it shatter into thousands of little fragments they call islands. I’m a Parisian at heart, and … - Skip Rome And Athens! 4 Overlooked European Cities Where You Can Explore Ancient Ruins Without The Crowds
If your Roman Empire is the actual, ahem, Roman Empire, chances are Europe’s main draws for you are the historic temples perched atop dramatic cliffs, the crazy-old amphitheaters where gladiators once fought for their lives, and the emperors and generals who built an entire civilization. In that case, we’ll go out on a limb and … - This Hilltop Town Named Italy’s Prettiest Is Full Of Medieval Wonders, $12 Pasta, And Zero Crowds
Even if you haven’t made it to Italy yet, you’re probably familiar with Rome‘s ancient sights and the millennia-old Colosseum, Venice‘s winding canals and soaring campanile, and Florence‘s distinctive red-tiled dome and Renaissance palaces. Undoubtedly gorgeous as those may be, what if we told you this year’s crown in one of Italy’s best-known beauty contests … - Ryanair Is Warning U.S. Travelers About 3-Hour Fingerprinting Delays And Missed Connections At 7 European Airports This Fall
As of September 7, the European Union’s grace period for its new, controversial Entry/Exit System is officially over. Under the rules, border authorities no longer have the same freedom to suspend biometric collection simply because queues are getting out of hand, though enforcement may still vary somewhat while certain airports iron out their remaining technical … - This Mediterranean Spanish City With Miles Of Golden Sand, 300 Days Of Sunshine, And $10 Tapas Is Surging In Popularity
If Barcelona or Mallorca are the only destinations that come to mind when you think of an off-season fall getaway in Spain, think again. Instead of flocking to the same done-and-dusted hotspots that are, in fact, chasing tourists away, why not give the fast-rising, equally exciting, but still relatively unknown Valencia a chance? Offering miles … - New Direct Train Launching Between Germany And Italy Will Link 2 OF Europe’s Most Iconic Cities
Whether it’s the shambles at security with staffing headaches and snaking queues, or the chaotic rollout of the new Entry/Exit System, which now requires Americans to have their fingerprints and facial image collected, I can’t think of a worse place to be right now than a European airport. The Old Continent seems to have got … - This Baltic City With 13th-Century Castles, $17 Meals, And Zero Western European Crowds Is Surging In Popularity
There’s the jam-packed, overpriced, everyone’s-been-there-done-that Europe… and then there’s the unsung, still-authentic, criminally overlooked side of the Old World you’re yet to discover. Tucked away on the eastern end of the continent, in a tiny country called Estonia, Tallinn is arguably the prettiest capital city along the Baltic coast, or at least that’s the one … - I Just Found The Most Colorful Beach Town In Portugal And It’s Still Cheap
At least 20 visits to Portugal in, it’s not often I come across places that still catch me completely off guard, but my most recent road trip across the northern half of the country led me to a tiny, quaint beach town that looks like a postcard scene come to life. And to my surprise, … - United’s New Shortest Flight To Europe Takes Just 5 Hours To Reach Volcanic Craters, Colorful UNESCO Towns, And $3 Espressos
Just last week, United announced a round of new international routes for 2027, including European destinations no U.S. carrier currently serves nonstop, such as Marseille and Ljubljana. As much as we’re excited about the prospect of flying direct from the East Coast to Slovenia for the first time in nearly four decades, without the usual … - This Southern Mediterranean Island With Pink Sand, 80°F Octobers, And $15 Local Meals Is Breaking Tourism Records
If you think summer in Europe is done and dusted, think again. Well, that may well be the case in more northerly destinations such as London, Paris, and Amsterdam, where temperatures are already starting to dip and rainy days are becoming more frequent, but this southern Mediterranean island doesn’t seem to have gotten the memo. … - This European Beach City With Cheaper Prices & 80 Degree Temps Is The Perfect October Getaway
Not ready to say goodbye to summer just yet? It may be a little too late for that idyllic Eurosummer in Saint-Tropez or Amalfi, now that temperatures are starting to dip and beach clubs are winding down for the season, but what if we told you there’s a lesser-known beach city at the eastern end … - Europe Launches A New Sleeper Train Connecting 4 Of The Continent’s Most Beautiful Cities
We got ourselves a new sleeper, you guys! It’s never been a more exciting time to be a train enthusiast in Europe, with routes launching left, right, and center, and if you’re headed across the northern half of the continent from spring 2028 onward, you’ll have a fresh 15-hour overnight service linking 4 of Europe’s … - Americans Are Flocking To This Alpine Region Of Italy With Epic Mountains
Italy is probably the number-one destination for Americans hopping across the pond. Pastel buildings, scenic lungomare promenades stretching along turquoise seas, and incredible food… name any other European country that can beat it. I’ll wait. Anyway, if you think pasta and beaches, and, well, Amalfi are the only draws luring Americans over to the Italian … - How To Visit The Real Greek Paradise From Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
It seems Trojan horses, lustful witches on remote islands, and deadly mermaids have been the talk of summer. I’d be lying to you if I said I’ve joined the throngs in obsessing over Christopher Nolan’s latest blockbuster, The Odyssey, but if there’s one thing I pride myself on being, it’s an absolute, unapologetic Greek mythology … - Americans Can Now Fly Nonstop To This Stunning French Riviera City This Fall & Winter
For decades now, Paris was the only viable destination for Americans heading to France in the late fall or winter. Its megahubs, Charles de Gaulle and Orly, were the only ones to host Transatlantic flights year-round, and as France’s two busiest airports, they monopolized the travel landscape outside summer… until now. For the first time … - This Gorgeous Medieval City In Europe Actually Wants More Tourists To Visit
We rarely ever come across one of these anymore, so when we do, it feels like we’ve proper hit the jackpot. While major European destinations like Paris, Barcelona, and Rome are on the brink of collapse and chasing tourists away, there’s a smaller, equally beautiful medieval gem in the heart of Central Europe actively beckoning … - I Found The Santorini Of Spain And It’s This Gorgeous Whitewashed Town With Turquoise Seas
I once spent $800 a night on a caldera-view suite in the heart of Oia, Santorini’s trendiest town, because I simply didn’t know any better. While the room itself felt incredibly premium, and the fact that my outdoor plunge pool sat right at the foot of the world’s most famous blue dome did somehow make … - This Affordable City With A Huge Castle Is Europe’s Most Underrated Fall Getaway
If you’re tired of the Parises and Barcelonas of the world, and you’ve been dreaming of a European getaway that doesn’t feel like every picture and every museum visit feels like standing in line for hours, I’ve got just the place for you. At the risk of sounding repetitive, I’ve been to over 40 European … - This Magical Town Built On Top Of Waterfalls Is One Of Europe’s Best Kept Secrets
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a pretty offbeat destination as it is, but if you’re part of the 0.1% of Europe-bound American tourists who end up coming here, chances are it’s the national capital Sarajevo, or the bridge-famous Mostar where you’ll be headed. We’ve covered those Bosnian hotspots numerous times before, and though tourism has definitely … - 5 Unique European Destinations That Are Both Cheap & Warm To Visit This Fall
Missed your Mediterranean beach window this year? Not all is lost. If you didn’t feel like splurging on a $1,000-a-night caldera-view villa in Santorini in July, and those round-trip tickets to Rome were a little too pricey to book last-minute, you don’t need to beat yourself up. There’s no time to mourn the Eurosummer that … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To One Of Europe’s Warmest Island Destinations This Fall
If you think Eurosummer’s over, think again: we may be on the brink of fall, but one of Europe’s warmest island destinations will still see average temps of 78°F, swim-ready warm seas, and long, balmy days well into October. Even better: as of this year, getting there no longer requires complicated layovers for Americans. You … - Why This Sunny Mediterranean Island Is Europe’s Top October Getaway
If you’ve arrived a little late to this year’s Eurosummer, you’re probably thinking lounging by the beach and going for early-evening dips in the Med is already off the table. But is it? We’re fast approaching fall, suuuure, but having been to over 40 European countries at this point, I’ve learned how to trick the … - This Cheap European Beach City With White Sands Is The Med’s Fastest Growing Destination
Not Amalfi and its overpriced, celeb-frequented beach clubs. Nor Nice, anchored by the French Riviera and the jet-setting Cannes. Definitely not Mallorca, either: if anything, Spain’s Mediterranean hotspot is actively chasing tourists away. The fastest-growing Med destination right now is tucked away in the lesser-explored Balkan Peninsula, where it’s less about overpolished resorts and influencer-packed … - I Visited Over 100 Cities In France: These Are 5 Of The Most Beautiful That Tourists Miss
Your favorite expat is back. Having been to over 40 European countries, with only Belarus and a couple of tiny micro-nations left to tick off, I can safely attest that there’s no greater, more diverse, downright beautiful country than my beloved France. No, I’m not originally from here—Brazilian-Italian via Britain and Ireland—but there’s a reason … - You Can Soon Travel Between These 2 Iconic European Cities By Train From Only $22
Say goodbye to strict Ryanair baggage rules and navigating those confusing low-cost flights flying within Europe: Starting this upcoming winter, you’ll be able to travel between two of the Old Continent’s most iconic cities on a low-cost train with tickets starting from only $22, when historically, Eurostar fares have ranged between around $50 and $150. … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To Portugal’s Top Cultural Destination This Year—And It’s Not Lisbon Or Porto
When you think of Portugal, chances are it’s the steep hills of Lisbon or the picturesque riverside in Porto that come to mind. They’re the country’s top two destinations, and the most obvious pick for first-time visitors craving a taste of Lusophone culture. However, they may not be the best pick if you’re averse to … - This Gorgeous Adriatic City Filled With Ancient Ruins Is Croatia’s Fastest-Growing Hub
It seems Dubrovnik’s Golden Age of Tourism has run its course. Well, Game of Thrones—and now House of the Dragon—enthusiasts will still flock to the real-life ‘King’s Landing’ to retrace Cersei’s steps down the Walk of Shame and walk the ‘Red Keep’ ramparts, but we have a feeling the novelty has started to wear off. … - The Stunning European City You’ve Never Heard Of: Affordable, Safe & Surging In Popularity
Tired of the Parises, Londons, Barcelonas of the world? This lesser-known Eastern European city you’ve probably never heard of offers $3 jugs of beer, safer streets than your usual Western hub, equally stunning architecture… and it won’t be long before it finally goes mainstream. Romania is a pretty underrated country as it is. In fact, … - I’ve Been To Over 40 European Countries: Here’s My 4 Favorite For Lush Fall Foliage
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for this sweltering heatwave to finally pass. Enough of island-hopping around the Maddalena archipelago, gelato by the pier in Amalfi, and toasting in the sun like fried calamari in Menorca. I’m counting down the days until it’s sweater, fireplace weather, and it’s time to escape to the … - This Safe Central American Country Has NatGeo-Worthy Landscapes & Is Surging In Popularity
Before you try and second-guess it, no, this is not another regurgitated press release on Costa Rica, this, and ‘pura vida’ that. ‘Tica, we love you but… been there, done that. Gorgeous as Costa Rica may be, Central America has a lot more to offer, and after years of living in the shadow of its more famous … - This Beautiful Italian City Is Cheaper Than Venice & Has No Crowds
Whether it’s crumbling under the weight of mass tourism or not, people will keep flocking from all over the world to Venice and its historic, canal-traversed center. They just can’t resist its maritime charm, and honestly, I get the appeal. Having visited La Serenissima three times myself, I can attest there’s truly nothing quite like … - Europe Will Launch A Brand New Train Route Connecting England To This Underrated Medieval European City
It’s been a long minute since we’ve last had one of these, but after years of mulling over the introduction of new destinations, Eurostar is finally getting fresh new ideas off the drawing board. Starting in winter 2026, the popular company that oversees rail travel from Britain to mainland Europe will officially launch a brand-new direct … - This Croatia Island Filled With Ancient Towns And Dreamy Beaches Is Setting Tourism Records
You’ve heard of Dubrovnik and its medieval fairytale of an Old Town, Split and the ancient Roman palace out of which an entire Adriatic port was born, and if you’ve been following the party crowds lately, you already know they abandoned Ibiza for Hvar. All of this to say Croatia has never been trendier than … - The Underrated Mediterranean City With 80°F Octobers, Ancient Ruins, And $10 Beach Clubs Is Europe’s Fastest-Growing Destination
Arrived late to Eurosummer? Unless you’re down for splurging on a $1,000-a-night villa on the Amalfi Coast, and you’re not exactly averse to crowds, you might want to save your little culture-infused getaway for a little later in the fall: This stunning coastal city in the Eastern Mediterranean has ancient ruins, gorgeous beaches, and turquoise … - Europe’s Top 5 Medieval Towns Tourists Have Not Discovered Yet
The turquoise seas of the Mediterranean and all those classy Italian lidi are cool, but let’s not sit here and pretend the main reason we’re still drawn to Europe, and keep going back year after year after year, isn’t the fact that a random café on the corner is probably older than the country you’re … - This Gorgeous Canal City Known As The Venice Of France Is Europe’s Most Underrated Fall Destination
If you’re planning on a little Euro getaway this fall, either for the Old World vibes of it all, or the stunning nature and fall colors, I have just the perfect spot for you that is yet to be overrun by the crowds, and where a hotel with a view won’t cost an arm and … - This Car-Free Island Town In The Middle Of A Pristine Lake Is Italy’s Best Kept Secret
If you’ve developed a habit of reading the latest Travel Off Path issue as you sip your morning coffee for the past 7 years, you know by now we have a soft spot for uncovering hidden gems in Europe’s top tourism hotspots. Italy is probably the one we go back to every chance we get. … - The 2,000-Year-Old Roman City That Costs 50% Less Than Madrid (And Has No Overtourism)
Had enough of the Madrid and Barcelona clichés? Those 2 cities are probably where 90% of Spain-bound visitors from the U.S. will land, and beautiful as they may be, they’re far from being the best the Iberian country has to offer. As a matter of fact, unless you’re fine with passing a new ‘Tourist Go … - 5 Gorgeous Undiscovered European Cities On The Coast That Won’t Break The Bank
Thinking of finally acting on that last-minute sunny getaway to Europe? It may be too late for oceanfront villas on the French Riviera and rooftop cocktails in Barcelona, unless you’ve got thousands of dollars sitting somewhere in a bank account. Europe’s top tourism hotspots are either completely out of reach for budget-savvy travelers or already … - Why Central Europe’s Safest Beautiful Medieval City Is The Fastest-Rising Destination On The Continent Right Now
Not Paris and its hordes of Eiffel Tower scammers. Not Rome with the jam-packed Historic Center and ornate fountains behind paywalls. Definitely not Barcelona. If their menacing graffiti is anything to go by, Catalans don’t even want you in their city, to begin with. Europe’s fastest-growing destination right now is a picture-perfect capital that never … - These Are The 5 Best Budget Destinations In Europe This Summer From Prague To Antalya
Flying to Europe last minute and got stuck between a rock and a hard place with the crazy prices? Unless you’ve got a fixed itinerary set in stone, and seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle at midnight or exploring the ancient ruins of Rome are absolute non-negotiables, maybe you should give Europe’s usual tourism hotspots a … - These Are The 5 Safest Destinations In The U.S. This Summer According To New Report
Skipping Europe and staying Stateside this summer? Given the border delays and the growing anti-American sentiment across parts of the Atlantic, we don’t blame you for opting to stay on this side of the pond. That’s not to say America is a complete no-brainer, either. Depending on where on the West Coast you go these … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To Europe’s Most Affordable Beach Destination With 125 Miles of Golden Sand, Warmer Seas, and Unmatched Safety Levels
Kinda late to Eurosummer planning and now you’re mulling over booking an early fall getaway, only to gawk at the shocking prices in Barcelona and the last few, nearly sold-out Santorini hotels? We feel you, but there’s no reason to panic just yet. If you’re keen on a little off-season coastal escape, with a dash … - The 3-Country European Sleeper Train With Dedicated Lie-Flat Couchettes, Historic City Stops, and Seamless Border Crossings
Only a few months after one of Europe’s longest rail journeys was announced, linking three of Central Europe’s most beautiful countries, Leo Express has already made it even better. The operator has just added brand-new couchette carriages to what was previously an all-seated overnight train. In other words? No more trying to survive an overnight … - The Italian Island Where Christopher Nolan Filmed ‘The Odyssey’ Is Europe’s Next Tourism Hotspot
You’ve probably already seen it on the big screen this week before you even realized this was a real place you could actually visit in the flesh. If you’ve hopped on the Odyssey hype bandwagon, you might have stared in awe at the imposing hilltop castle that stood in for Ithaca in the film, or … - 2 Of The World’s Fastest-Growing Destinations Earn Top U.S. Safety Rating
Budget and mapping out a whole itinerary from scratch aside, it’s safe to say safety remains the main concern for Americans traveling abroad… especially in the current geopolitical climate. Whether it’s the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe or the absolute chaos of the Middle East, we don’t exactly begrudge you for being extra careful when … - Europe’s Most Ancient City Is Also One Of Its Cheapest & Safest
Not Rome and its world-famous Colosseum, not Athens with the millennia-old Greek ruins bestriding Acropolis Hill, and certainly not Paris where basically everything pre-Revolution has been torn down or remade in Haussmann fashion: Europe’s most ancient city, with over 8,000 years of continuous history, is actually located in Bulgaria: Unless you’re a devoted Europhile, or … - These 5 Secret Beach Cities In Spain Are Where Locals Go For Summer Getaways
If you’ve been thinking of taking a last-minute trip to Spain this summer but you’re a bit taken aback by just how expensive a Barcelona weekend getaway can be, don’t fret. We’ve got just the alternative for you. Well, a quintet of them. Instead of going where literally everybody else goes, where a glass of … - Forget Amalfi! Here’s 4 Of The Most Epic Italy Destinations Actually Worth The Splurge
Looking for that elevated, authentic Italian experience but you don’t exactly feel like the overly-commercial, overcrowded Amalfi Coast will cut it? With its pastel-colored towns clinging vertiginously to cliffsides and iconic coastal drives, not to mention the Capri flex only a short ferry hop away, the Amalfi Coast is the most obvious pick for travelers … - This Cheap Mediterranean Beach City Actually Wants More Tourists To Visit
In the age of mass tourism and heightened prices across Europe, it seems almost unthinkable that one of the cultural powerhouses of the Mediterranean basin would actually be calling on tourists to visit, but Thessaloniki is no average city break, either. As the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, stated, Greece’s second-largest city has … - These 5 Truly Hidden European Cities Still Have Cheap Prices & No Crowds
Planning a trip to Europe but the likes of Paris, Rome, and London don’t exactly make your heart flutter? Listen, as incredible as those cities may be, between the throng of selfie takers and the fact that literally everything’s behind a $30 paywall, we get why some people might want to skip them altogether. The … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To These 3 Underrated European Islands
If you’re heading to Europe this summer, but you’ve had your fill of the usual Paris, London, Milan clichés, maybe it’s time you step off the beaten track already and explore Europe’s lesser-known, unspoiled islands. Luckily, this year, getting to those no longer involves painfully long layovers at Frankfurt Airport, nor overnight ferries from major … - 4 Truly Underrated European Destinations Americans Can Fly To Nonstop This Summer
If you and your friends are a little late to the Eurosummer planning party, and everywhere from Barcelona to Paris is starting to sound more like a financial commitment than an actual vacation, don’t fret. The usual tourist hotspots may seem like the obvious choice because they’re the ones with the best flight connections from … - I’ve Been To 200 European Cities: These Are 4 I Would Never Go Back To
I don’t just “do” Eurosummers. I live them. You’ve probably stumbled across a few of my articles here on Travel Off Path dissecting Europe’s hidden gems, from the remote Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic to the least-polished, landlocked corners of the Balkans. I love Europe in all its crazy, messy, beautifully contradictory … - This Lesser Known Fairytale Town Is Known As The Venice Of Croatia
Dreaming of an escapade to Venice but the surging crowds and crazy prices keep putting you off? Well, maybe you slept through it in school, but did you know Venice was, at one point in time, one of the most powerful countries in the Mediterranean? Including not only the city of Venice itself, located in … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To This Safe Eastern European City With Cheap Prices
Had your fill of the Parises and Londons of the world? This epic Eastern European capital still feels like the Europe of yesteryear—no overpriced tourist traps, no hour-long queues—and even better, it’s arguably safer than your average major Western hub. Belgrade, in Serbia, has been the talk of the travel world lately, and for good … - This Lesser Known Medieval City Is One Of The Safest Destinations In Europe
Cobblestones, centuries-old tavernas, and a historic castle towering above it all: that’s the fairytale version of Europe most of us grew up dreaming about. These days, though, many of the continent’s biggest-name destinations come with overflowing bins, broken glass underfoot, and the uneasy feeling you should keep one hand on your wallet after dark. Europe … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To These 2 Underrated Cities In Spain To Escape Barcelona Prices
Barcelona is the one city travelers casually thinking about heading to Spain instantly think of, perhaps even more so than Madrid. It’s home to the world-famous Sagrada Família, the beaches are genuinely stunning, and it’s this massive metropolis right on the sea. There are just two major downsides: it’s packed—not only in summer, but pretty … - The 4 Most Beautiful Mediterranean Cities That Won’t Hurt Your Wallet
Dreaming of long, lazy afternoons sitting by a trattoria by the pier, people-watching as you sip on that rosé wine? Or then driving down winding coastal roads that lead right down to glassy, endless seas? The Mediterranean’s calling—literally at like, every 2 reels you scroll past—and it’s time you answer. If you’re a bit taken … - 4 Of The Safest European Countries Worth The Splurge
We’re sure you’ve come across some of the horror stories coming out of Europe lately. Whether it’s the surge in street crime in London or the increasingly sophisticated scams targeting tourists in Paris, it’s easy to wonder whether the Old Continent is even worth emptying your savings account for, only to get pickpocketed on the … - This Lesser Known City In Spain Has Beautiful Beaches & Cheaper Prices
If you’re thinking to go on a spontaneous trip to Spain this summer, and you’ve got taken aback by how insanely-pricey Barcelona and Mallorca are, don’t go canceling your travel plans just yet. They may well be considered Spain’s top-tier beach destinations, much to my own dismay, but they’re not all that the country’s sun-drenched … - This Remote Island In Italy With Turquoise Waters Actually Wants More Tourists To Visit
Italy’s not just another summer getaway for me. It’s my go-to escape whenever I get the chance. Blame it on those ridiculous $30 round-trip Ryanair fares to Bergamo, or the fact that it quite literally runs through my veins (thank you, nonno). Not to brag, but I’ve pretty much covered the country at this point, … - Americans Can Fly Nonstop To This Underrated & Safe European City With $3 Beers
Cheap booze, anyone? That’s not exactly the kind of headline we usually use at Travel Off Path, but considering it’s about 300 degrees everywhere right now, and I honestly can’t remember the last time I went to a pub—with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, there’s no way I’m paying $8+ for a pint—that’s reason enough to … - This City Known As ‘The Paris Of Eastern Europe’ Is Cheaper & Has Less Crowds
From someone who lives in Paris myself, how surprised I was when I landed in this somewhat-secret, fairytale-like, charming Eastern European town that feels like a pocket-size version of my hometown… minus the hefty price tags and beret-clad Instagrammers. Paris seems to be everyone’s go-to destination when they cross the pond, and though I live … - This Cheap Mediterranean Beach City Is Where French Locals Go
For most people, Côte d’Azur summers are synonymous with convertible drives down Nice’s long seafront promenade, strolls through the cobbled lanes of Villefranche-sur-Mer, and boutique shopping in glitzy Saint-Tropez. Year after year, they flock to the same three spots for a taste of the South of France, all while missing out on one very important … - Europe’s Top New Tourism Hotspot Faces Major Visitor Rule Changes Upon EU Entry
It’s a story as old as time: European countries are super laid-back, refreshingly practical, and wonderfully uncomplicated… right up until they join the EU. For nearly a decade now, Albania has been a beacon of freedom for travelers, especially digital nomads looking for hassle-free ways to extend their time in Europe. As you probably know … - New Overnight Train Launches Between 3 Of Europe’s Most Beautiful Cities
Want to avoid the insanity that European airports have become this year? Overnight trains used to be the expensive, niche afterthought, but they’re quickly becoming the smartest way to get around the continent without the airport chaos and airline headaches. Following the success of routes like Basel–Copenhagen, Paris–Berlin, and Warsaw–Rijeka, European Sleeper has just launched … - This Turquoise Lake Town Is One Of Europe’s Cheapest Destinations
It’s another European summer of tourists making a beeline for Italy’s Lake Como or France’s Lac Léman, all chasing that glamorous, old-money European lakeside lifestyle… and happily shelling out upwards of $500 a night on a waterfront villa. What if we told you there’s this quieter, still relatively-unknown lake town just across the Adriatic Sea … - This Ancient Beach Town Is Europe’s Best Hidden Secret This Summer
If you’ve finally got that one week off and you’re thinking of winging it for that Eurosummer—we know, we’re too far into the season for careful planning—chances are you’re left gobsmacked with the prices right now. Santorini’s definitely not on the table with the $800-a-night caldera-view villas. Those roundtrip flights to Rome could sooort of … - 5 Mindblowing European Islands Actually Worth The Splurge
If you’re flying across the pond for a Euro summer and hoping for that idyllic Mediterranean island experience—smooth from start to finish, featuring a postcard-perfect harbor town, easy-to-reach beaches, and world-class premium service—you won’t find it in the budget-friendly corners of the continent. Yes, there are fantastic off-the-beaten-path destinations across Europe that cost half as … - This Island Is The ‘Santorini’ Of Italy With Cheaper Prices & Less Crowds
It looks exactly like Santorini. The iconic whitewashed walls, the deep cobalt shutters, the blindingly blue sea. Except it isn’t Greece—and it’s completely empty. If you’re looking for the Santorini vibes, minus the all-white, daytime influencer meet-ups, eye-watering prices, and arguably with more authenticity, this tiny 2.25-square-mile landmass may not look like much at first … - These 2 Lesser Known Coastal Cities Set To Become Tourism Hotspots In Croatia
It seems everybody’s going to Croatia these days, whether they have a residual fascination for George R. R. Martin’s fantastical world-building or they’re simply drawn to the Adriatic’s postcard-ready beaches. Whatever it may be, it’s one of 2 cities they’re headed: Dubronvik, the ‘real-life King’s Landing‘, or Split, the Roman palace turned British stag do …