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Planning an international trip right now is an absolute mess of open browser tabs. If you want to know the current visa rules, the local safety situation, and the entry requirements for a single destination, you are forced to sift through outdated travel forums, navigate confusing government websites, or ask an AI chatbot that might … The post Don’t Miss Any More Travel Rules: 3 Hours Of Travel Planning In 60 Seconds appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Last year, the United Kingdom started enforcing its new entry and stay regulations, affecting millions of travelers worldwide. Prior to that, traveling from the United States to Britain meant little to no hassle upon arrival: with eGates open to U.S. passport holders, all you had to do was rock up at the U.K. border, scan … The post Americans Will Need Permission To Visit 3 More European Destinations This Spring appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Many of us have been there… you find a killer flight deal to a tropical island, you go to book it, and then you realize your passport expired three months ago. Panic sets in. Expedited passport fees cost a fortune and take weeks. But you don't actually need your passport to sit on a world-class … The post Americans Can Leave Their Passports At Home Traveling To These 10 Beach Destinations appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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I lost count of how many texts and DMs I received this week when people found out I was in Mexico. You know what I'm talking about, of course… Mainstream media, every travel publication, and numerous U.S. government-backed alerts had left loved ones and travelers with bags packed and ready to go in a tizzy. We won't … The post This Popular Beach Haven Is One Of Mexico’s Safest Destinations Right Now appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Is it just me, or has all this talk of “hidden gems” and “undiscovered spots” become a bit too… trivial, if not outright nonsensical? Whether they’re doing it for the Instagram algorithm or simply because they’re clueless enough to think an extremely popular European city that’s been flogged to death can still fit that criteria, … The post Why Marseille Is Not Europe’s New ‘Hidden Gem’ 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 25th, 2026 – Vukovar-Srijem County in the extreme east of Croatia is far behind when it comes to tourism compared to the coast, but it seems set to experience a boost. As Glas Slavonije/Voice of Slavonia/Marija Lesic Omerovic writes, the Vukovar-Srijem County Assembly is planning to adopt the Destination Management Plan on Thursday. The plan has been carefully and strategically considered and is a planning document that represents a solid foundation for the responsible, sustainable and balanced development of the area as a tourist destination. This will all be carried out while respecting the needs of the local community and

February the 25th, 2026 – The very popular Museum of Illusions which always draws the crowds in Zagreb has opened on a fifth continent, this time in Sydney in Australia. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the much loved Museum of Illusions, known as the world’s largest and fastest-growing private museum chain, has opened its first museum in Australia, more specifically specifically in Sydney. The fun and interactive world of illusions where the impossible becomes possible and curiosity knows no bounds has now conquered its fifth continent in a row following its launch in Zagreb back in 2015. Launched in the City of Zagreb

February the 24th, 2026 – TCN’s Paul Bradbury reflects on his experiences in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv as the war against the Russian aggressors rages on. Having lived on Hvar for 13 years, I have been to many epic beach parties. The music, the sea, the sun, the vibe, the community. Priceless memories. But no beach party I have experienced came close to Sunday’s pop up beach party on a lake somewhere outside the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv… Already 12 years at war with Russia, today marks the 4th anniversary of the full invasion, or Special Military Operation, as Putin calls

February the 24th, 2026 – HRejting has revealed that most of Croatia’s public support an alcohol sales ban after 20:00, which is an idea currently being seriously floated. As Index vijesti/news writes, the Croatian Government is currently busy preparing a legislative proposal that would ban the sale of alcoholic beverages after 20:00 nationwide at all points of sale except in catering establishments and restaurants. According to the latest HRejting survey, conducted for HRT by the Promocija plus agency, more than half of Croatia’s public support an alcohol sales ban after 20:00. The survey was conducted from February the 16th to the 18th

February the 24th, 2026 – There are many opinions flying around about the relatively sudden influx of third country nationals into Croatia, but how exactly do Croatia’s citizens feel about foreign workers? As Index vijesti/news writes, the overall opinion of Croatian citizens about foreign workers remain very divided, according to the latest HRejting survey conducted for HRT. The survey, conducted by the Promocija plus agency from February the 16th to the 18th on a sample of 1,000 respondents, reveals different views on their impact on the economy, culture and everyday life, as well as on their need to learn Croatian. The