Locals often claim “Midwest is best”, but is that really the case with so many vibrant beach towns to vacation along the West, East, and even the Gulf Coast? Well, it's true in the eyes of USA Today, whose avid readers awarded 4 Midwest destinations out of the top 10 overall in the U.S. In …
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We all know July is peak summer, whether you're into fireworks displays or escaping that scene entirely like a runaway dog and jetting off to Cancun, or in this case, Europe. As beaches in the Motherland fill up faster than Usain Bolt after chugging a Red Bull, Europe becomes far more enticing. The flight may …
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Eurosummer is right upon us, and suddenly everyone you see on your socials seems to be living it up in an exclusive beach club in Amalfi, or posing for that Insta-perfect blue-dome shot in Santorini. Listen, it may look like Europe is synonymous with splurging on an $800-a-night Greece villa, or paying upwards of $100 …
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If you're heading to Europe in the coming months, chances are it's places like Amalfi, in Southern Italy, Santorini, the iconic caldera-island of Greece, or France's glitzy and glamorous St Tropez that are on your radar. We don't blame you. They're the ones travel influencers flog to death year in, year out, and where most …
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Certain travelers practically copy and paste the same itineraries year after year, whether that means jetting off to Cancun or sticking closer to home in places like New York City. But there are countless underrated getaways worth exploring — if only they could convince travelers to walk through the door. The Travel Off Path team …
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When most people talk about booking a trip to Mexico, they immediately jump to the massive resorts in Cabo or the packed, influencer-heavy beaches of Tulum. Don’t get me wrong, drinking a margarita by a giant resort pool is great, but that is barely scratching the surface of what this country actually has to offer. …
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Nothing quite compares to munching a fresh-out-of-the-oven pastel de nata while strolling along the River Tagus, with views of Lisbon’s pastel-tinted, castle-studded skyline in the distance… but if your heart is set on Portugal this summer, you should brace yourself for some serious border hiccups. Europe’s new Entry/Exit System is now operating in full swing, …
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If you're planning a little Greek island-hopping adventure this summer, chances are it's the whitewashed towns perched atop vertiginous coastal cliffs, and the shiny, freshly-painted blue church domes you're fantasizing about. For lack of better words, chances are it's the ‘Santorini vibe' you're looking for. You probably know at this point Santorini is crowded, expensive, …
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You've heard the news: oil prices are through the roof, which means flights are going sky-high in more ways than one. That was the final nail in the coffin for Spirit Airlines, which turns out was losing $1.61 for every $1 it took in — yikes! Why I'm able to go to AutoZone and buy …
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Love it or hate it, Paris is without question one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Trust me, I've been living here for 5+ years now, and I'm yet to run out of breathtaking sights and flowery cafés to discover. There's just one major downside—other than dealing with the hellish French bureaucracy and …
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Take it from a local like me. “California” and “government” in the same sentence often draws a side-eye. However, when it comes to tourism reports, our ears perk up like a dog hearing the treat bag. The latest government report doesn’t reflect the sky-high rent I pay or the high-speed train that’s been teased for …
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If you've been following along lately, the Travel Off Path team hasn't been hyping up Cancun, New York, or Paris — we've been living up to our name. On the downside, venturing too far into the unknown can lead to some sketchy situations, so we decided to round up 6 safe travelers are flocking to …
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We know at this point in the lead-up to summer, you're probably being bombarded already with Mykonos girlies and scenic Amalfi Coast rides on your feed, but in case this will be your first Eurosummer, and you're craving a taste of that idyllic, slow-paced life, let us hold your hand as we say this: Those …
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When you think of Europe, chances are it's places like Rome, with its imposing Colosseum and open-air museum of a Historic Center, or Paris, with the Haussmann-designed, grid-like cityscape, and soaring Eiffel that come to mind. I live in Paris myself, and I go to Rome at least twice a year, so don't get me …
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If you thought the only worthwhile Caribbean escapes were The Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica, we have news for you: there’s far more to this paradisal region than the same household names everyone defaults to. Dotted across the Caribbean are countries that don’t always get treated like bona fide beach getaways, as if there’s …
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Keen on avoiding Europe's airport chaos this summer? Between the long snaking lines as a result of the newly-launched EES system, and the crazy Ryanair rules that just make no sense—what do you mean I have to pay 50 bucks on the spot because an inch of my luggage wheels sticks out of the—we wouldn't …
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Here at Travel Off Path, we've said before that there are a few worthwhile destinations left to discover south of the border, given its vast popularity. Of course, there are certain pockets of Mexico that have been deemed no-go's for outsiders as you'd stand out like a sore thumb in a place just not welcoming to …
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Been thinking of packing your bags and jetting off straight to Cancun now that summer's basically knocking at your door? When it comes to all-inclusives, quality time at the beach, and just a hassle-free, zero-bureaucracy international vacay, Mexico's tourism powerhouse is truly hard to beat, but before you go ahead and act on that burning …
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Caribbean and trains? That might not be the first combo that comes to mind, but it’s true — you don't have to hop aboard a boat or waaaay overpay for one of those touristy helicopters offering the same views from a plane's window seat to experience unmatched views in paradise. Around for well over a …
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Mass tourism has been a real menace. I know someone who recently let his intrusive thoughts win, rhetorically asking if there's even an ethical way to be a tourist anymore. Hippy-dippy stuff aside, yes, there is — and it starts with doing just a teeny-weeny bit more research instead of jam-packing the same already-overflowing destinations …
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I love hopping on a flight to the old world as much as anyone. But these days, the second the wheels touch down in Europe, the reality of modern travel hits hard. Major hubs like Rome, Paris, and Barcelona are absolutely crushed by crowds right now, and fighting for elbow room just to take a …
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You'd think you can fly just about anywhere nonstop from the Big Apple, right? I mean, the broader NY region has 5 airports in total… You can fly to Belgrade, Serbia, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, and Fuzhou, China, but hot diggity dog, you can't fly to one of America's most beloved paradises? Apparently, the people have …
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While massive European hotspots like Spain and Italy are dealing with crazy overtourism and practically begging people to stay home, there is an incredibly safe, gorgeous country in Eastern Europe doing the exact opposite. Bulgaria is still mostly undiscovered by mainstream American travelers, but they view tourism as a good thing. Instead of putting up …
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We all know Los Cabos is a tale of two cities. You have Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, a pair of mouthfuls in more ways than one. Known for its upscale all-inclusives, renowned restaurants, buzzing bars, pristine coastline, and the famous “arch”, it doesn't matter which side you visit, you're in for …
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Forget the Amalfi Coast and the $400-a-night villas, Mallorca with the distasteful Brit-led stag dos, and Mykonos’ surging cruising hordes—now with Emily i̶n̶ ̶P̶a̶r̶i̶s̶ in Greece approaching, to say that godforsaken island is crowded would be an understatement. Mediterranean summers are all about kicking it back on a pebbly beach, admiring the views of a …
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Summer is finally here, and if you are looking for a European beach getaway that is beautiful, sunny, and incredibly safe, you need to look at the latest updates from the U.S. State Department. When the U.S. government hands out safety ratings, they are famously strict. The State Department does not take chances with American …
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As popular as France may be, it can feel like all the so-called “hidden gems” have already been discovered. Not so fast… While just about every swath of Paris has been revealed, there’s still the “Pink City,” untouched beaches, and in this case, pastel dreamscapes off most travelers’ radars. As we all know, summer is …
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I don't think you'd find many people arguing against how social media has jaded us, especially Instagram. With easy-to-apply filters, if your friends' or favorite influencers' posts are your North Star for travel, be prepared to be disappointed from time to time. Full disclosure: as locals say, I pay a “sunshine tax” to live in …
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Europe’s lakes can be just as beautiful as the coast. The same can’t always be said stateside, where muddy waters may cue a country song but not exactly a postcard picture. Of course, the first one that comes to mind “across the pond” is Lake Como, but the secret has long been out on Italy’s …
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To no surprise, London, Paris, and Barcelona are not Europe's cheapest destinations. With a name like Travel Off Path, sometimes you have to do just that to save the big bucks. A new U.K. based report unveiled explicit details as far as pricing goes, listing 4 underrated cities that are well worth your while for …
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