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If you think of fairytale castles, cobblestone towns frozen in time, and picturesque plazas lined with cafés, chances are you’re imagining Western Europe. As much as security has taken a turn for the worse in recent years—especially compared to the Eastern front—there’s no denying the West is absolutely stunning: from the canal-crisscrossed cities in the … The post 5 Western European Destinations Everyone Should Visit At Least Once appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Here at Travel Off Path, we understand the hesitation that comes with venturing beyond the usual tourist trail. Truth be told, the U.S. State Department’s website can feel like a maze to sort through. That’s where we step in — keeping up with shifting travel trends across the globe, especially in popular countries like the … The post These Are The UK’s 4 Safest Destinations That Will Truly Wow You appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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For all the digital nomads out there who've grown disillusioned with Europe's overly bureaucratic pathways to residency, or are tired of waiting for Mexico to finally drop that remote work visa, one of the fastest-rising expat hubs in Asia just dropped its own DNV. A tropical island south of India, surrounded by the beautiful Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is … The post Sri Lanka Launches Easy Digital Nomad Visa With Low Income Requirements appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Picturesque canals running along slender, muted-toned buildings, winding bike lanes, and stroopwafels straight from the market: for the casual traveler, that's Amsterdam summarized, but what if I told you the same thing applies to (pretty much) every other Dutch city? Unlike countries such as France, Italy or Spain, where you get more variation, contrast, and architectural diversity … The post Skip Amsterdam! These 5 Alternative Dutch Cities Have Prettier Canals & Less Crowds appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Don't kid yourself. You don't need swaying palms and a salty breeze to enjoy a blissful day along a gorgeous waterfront. While it's certainly true some lakes aren't worth visiting, that's not the case for one state park being touted by its own state as spring's next big hotspot. 🌲 ? 🤫 The Secret Spring … The post This Lakeside Oasis Is America’s Most Enticing State Park For Spring appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Washington is preparing a temporary halt to visa services covering 75 countries, according to media reports citing an internal State Department memo. Officials have not publicly released final guidance or a duration. According to reports dated January 14, embassies and consulates have been told to prepare for a suspension beginning January 21. Initial coverage named Somalia, Russia, Iran, Afghanistan, Brazil, Nigeria, and Thailand among the countries impacted, while the department has yet to post a public list or formal notice explaining the scope. Early accounts differ on how broad the pause will be. Some describe a freeze across all visa types for

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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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February the 15th, 2026 – Ryanair is set to directly connect Zadar with Kaunas in Lithuania. In just over two hours, the company will transport you from the Roman ruins and heat of Zadar to a city full of unusual attractions. As Putni kofer/Ivana Vasarevic writes, during the cold winter months, we long for the sun, and during the scorching summer heat we dream of mountains and the north without the oppressive temperatures. For those who aren’t fans of the sometimes insufferable Croatian summer heat, you’ll be pleased to learn that Croatia will finally be connected to Lithuania by direct flights between

February the 15th, 2026 – Employees of the Zagreb City Administration now have the use of 45 city bikes available in 16 locations where the city’s business premises are situated. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, back at the end of 2025, the City of Zagreb purchased official bikes for the needs of city administration employees. According to data published on the iTransparentnost (iTransparency) platform, the company Matis Outdoor d.o.o. was paid 24,187.50 euros for the subject of the procurement marked as bicycles for the needs of the city administration. According to the City of Zagreb’s own explanation, this is equipment intended for

Tottenham Hotspur have officially appointed Igor Tudor as the men’s head coach until the end of the season, pending a work permit. The Croatian tactician arrives in North London with a clear directive: to steady the squad, sharpen performances, and push Spurs up the Premier League table as the campaign enters its decisive phase. “It’s an honor to join this club at such an important moment,” Tudor said in his first statement. “I understand the responsibility I’ve been given. My goal is simple — to bring consistency, organization, and conviction to every performance. There’s real quality in this squad, and my job

February the 14th, 2026 – Corruption is a long standing, well-known issue in this country. Few realise however just how expensive it really is. Corruption actually costs Croatia a staggering 8.5 billion euros annually. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Edita Vlahovic Zuvela writes, Transparency International’s (TI) Corruption Perceptions Index for 2025 has once again confirmed what has been felt in Croatia for a long time. This is that the fight against corruption is neither a theory nor an abstract policy, but a living reality that shapes overall levels of trust in institutions, the quality of public policies and the entire domestic economic climate. The global

February the 14th, 2026 – The iconic members of Depeche Mode were quick to recognise the importance of the environment and have supported the clean up of the Adriatic Sea. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Katarina Kusec writes, if there’s any country that could spend a considerable amount of time boasting about its abundance of natural wealth, then it’s Croatia. Mountains, rolling hills, flat fertile plains, valleys, rivers, and the jewel of it all – the Adriatic Sea. All of this and more is a stunning package that very many countries envy and is why their preservation is a top priority. The rich Dalmatian