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White-sand beaches, turquoise seas and epic resorts: there's many different reasons why people love vacationing in the Caribbean. You've heard extensively of Cozumel and its luxury hotels, Punta Cana with the lively beach bars, and even Jamaica, highly sought-after for its carnival, but there's a lesser-known island that rarely gets mentioned—though it's taking the region … The post Why Tourists Are Flocking To This Beautiful & Tiny Caribbean Island Right Now appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Boasting captivating culture, gorgeous coastlines, bucket-list islands, wondrous wildlife, and affordability across the board, you're likely wondering where to sign up, right? Well, notice safety wasn't listed… All of us here at Travel Off Path have found ourselves at one point or another with extra eyes on us in the midst of our adventures, where … The post US Embassy Issues Travel Security Alert For Popular Latin American Country appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Only a month after they confirmed ‘officially' a new Entry Travel Authorization system would be launched, requiring all Americans to request a digital permit before traveling, Sri Lanka has backtracked and effectively struck down the ETA. One of the trendiest destinations in Asia right now, it is a tropical island-nation with a diverse landscape made … The post ETA Canceled! Americans Will No Longer Need A Digital Entry Permit To Travel To This Trendy Asian Country appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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When you picture Hawaii what comes to mind? For me, it was busy beaches and towering resorts. Then I visited Kauai, the oldest major island in the Hawaiian chain. That age is the key. It means Kauai has had the longest amount of time to become the most beautiful of the already stunning Hawaiian Islands. … The post I Visited The Oldest Hawaiian Island And It Felt Like The ‘Real’ Hawaii appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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While pumpkin concoctions are still in full force, invading restaurant menus across the U.S., it's not too early to dream of a sunny escape from the throes of winter, is it? Here at Travel Off Path, we certainly don't think so. We're huge fans of traversing the globe each and every season, and even embrace … The post Move Over Nassau! Americans Can Now Fly To Lesser-Known Bahamas Island From 4 U.S. Cities appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Mali responded to the U.S. Department of State’s new visa program by saying it will require American tourists or business travelers who wish to enter the country to deposit a maximum amount of $10,000 in cash to secure a visa. This mirrors restrictions the U.S. Department of State put on Malian nationals with respect to obtaining a B-1/B-2 visa. This was announced on Oct. 12, 2025 – only 48 hours after the U.S. Department of State introduced its new Visa Bond Pilot Program which requires all Malian nationals wishing to obtain a B-1/B-2 visa to pay a bond of $5,000 to $10,000

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Starting 25 September 2025, Morocco is introducing a temporary Electronic Travel Authorization, known locally as AEVM, for supporters from eight African countries who plan to attend AFCON 2025 matches in the kingdom. The measure, which runs until 25 January 2026, covers travelers from Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Gabon, Niger, Senegal, Togo, and Tunisia. Royal Air Maroc and airport authorities will verify the pass alongside passports. Fans will apply online via the Yalla platform, the official digital hub for the tournament. Beyond the entry authorization itself, Yalla integrates Fan ID issuance and links with match tickets and fan zone access, which

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South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber introduced a national Electronic Travel Authorisation to industry leaders, confirming a phased rollout that begins ahead of G20 events. User acceptance testing starts at the end of September, with the pilot going live in mid October for accredited delegates arriving from China, India, Indonesia, and Mexico at OR Tambo and Cape Town International. The department’s plan is to extend access to ordinary tourists from these four countries once the G20 leaders meeting concludes in late November. Officials say that, after stability is proven, the ETA will become the single front door for tourist

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The White House has moved to overhaul the H-1B system by attaching a $100,000 yearly charge to each sponsored worker. Analysts say the policy could reshape hiring in the technology, finance, and consulting sectors. United States President Donald Trump signed a proclamation in Washington on September 19, 2025, introducing a $100,000 fee per year for companies sponsoring H-1B workers. The administration presented the charge as part of a broader shift to prioritize domestic hiring and to narrow use of the high-skill visa in entry-level roles. Officials familiar with the plan said the fee is intended to be annual, with discussions indicating it

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Beijing has activated an online system for Chinese visa applications in the United States to speed up processing and attract more visitors. The development is part of a broader reopening push. China has rolled out an online visa application portal for travelers applying from the United States, aiming to streamline submissions and encourage more trips to the country. The launch forms part of an effort to revive inbound travel and business exchanges, according to SCMP. Applicants in the US will be able to complete forms online and upload supporting files before any required in-person steps. In most cases, consulates still verify passports

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November the 1st, 2025 – Life has become much more expensive for the majority over the last few years, and many residents of EU countries are only just making ends meet, but how does Croatia stand in that regard? As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, according to data for 2024, as many as 60% of households across Croatia have some difficulty meeting basic monthly expenses such as utilities, rent and food and are quite literally just making ends meet. This puts Croatia well above the European Union (EU) average in this regard, which stands at 42%. At the top of the list of countries where

November the 1st, 2025 – Bakar, a small coastal settlement, used to have more inhabitants than Rijeka, Split, and even Zagreb… As Putni kofer/Antonio Ivcevic writes, cities are the pride of every country across the world and reflect its identity, history and individual character. Their architecture, culture and diversity tell endless stories about the time, people and events that shaped them over the centuries. Croatia has many reasons to be proud in this regard. Today, the largest and also the capital city is Zagreb, which, according to the 2021 census, is home to 767,131 inhabitants. Immediately behind it is Dalmatia’s capital

October the 31st, 2025 – The enormous Rijeka Gateway is now (officially) open, with the 380 million euro container terminal bringing Rijeka and Croatia as a whole back to the demanding global logistics map. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Sinisa Malus writes, the much anticipated Rijeka Gateway container terminal officially opened on Wednesday, despite having actually been in technical operation since September the 10th this year. It is the most modern and technologically advanced container terminal in the entire Adriatic region, significantly boosting Croatia’s position on the logistics map of the world. “Rijeka has a strategic advantage as the first point of entry to Central

October the 31st, 2025 – A handsome investment in Osijek Airport will result in a brand new look and the modernisation of the services it offers to those it serves. As KomarilOS writes, the works on the expansion of the Osijek Airport terminal are progressing according to plan and should be completed by the end of March 2026. These works are part of an investment in Osijek Airport totalling 14.3 million euros. The terminal expansion itself is actually the first major reconstruction of Osijek Airport since the construction of the main building. Although this eastern Croatian airport was significantly renovated way back

October 30, 2025 – The impressive expansion of the Croatian capital continues with a focus of Foodie Zagreb – meet All the Flavours of Zagreb and the Delicious Zagreb platform. When I first moved to Croatia in 2003, there was a joke running around the small expat community. There was a factory somewhere in Croatia which printed all the menus for all the restaurants in the country. All the restaurants had to do was write in their name and prices. That was how similar restaurant menus were back then. And if you were looking for any international food scene, the only options