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I can’t believe I’m about to say this. I have been traveling the world for 20 years. 20 years on the road as a digital nomad is a long time. But one thing I have learned is that you can live in style for cheap. And by “style,” I don’t mean a hammock in a … The post I’ve Visited 80 Beaches: 7 Places Americans Can Live In Style Under $3K appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Richly-decorated gondolas traveling down winding canals, monumental Gothic palaces floating atop thousand-year-old wooden stilts, driven deep into a mushy-green lagoon, and of course, every beautiful pastel-colored building in sight: It's no wonder tens of millions of tourists flock to Venice to marvel at its Old World wonders every year, and the fact that it's crumbling … The post Move Over Venice! 5 Canal Cities In Europe Where Americans Still Feel Welcome appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Having to book a bus or make yet another trip to the airport can really bring down the vibe of any European vacation. We all know the way to go is by train, as it seems every worthwhile destination is a smooth ride away. Well, it turns out a few of Europe's most timeless cities … The post New Direct Train Now Links 3 Of Europe’s Most Timeless Cities For The First Time appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Trailer parks aren't exactly a selling point for most Americans scoping out an unforgettable beach getaway. But that's exactly what you would've found years ago before this California hotspot opted for a glow-up. That's not to say you won't find a certain crowd who's proud their home has wheels, but that's no longer the end-all … The post This Revamped Beach City Is The West Coast’s Biggest Surprise Destination For 2026 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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The words “Spring Break” probably conjure images of crowded beaches, sticky nightclub floors, and overpriced drinks in plastic cups. You want a vacation in March, but you desperately don't want that. You aren't alone. The biggest travel trend for Spring 2026 is the shift toward “Hush-pitality”—travelers actively seeking “quiet luxury” and “adults-only” vibes to escape … The post 5 Affordable Spring Break Destinations For Adults With Nonstop Flights 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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Croatia’s handball team opened the main round of the EHF Euro 2026 with a vital 30:29 victory over Iceland in the first Group II match, which is a major step toward reaching the tournament semi-finals. Before the championship began, Iceland had been tipped alongside Sweden as one of the main favorites to progress from Croatia’s half of the bracket. With this win, Croatia joins Sweden, Slovenia, and Iceland on two points, while Hungary and Switzerland remain without any. Dagur Sigurdsson’s squad will next face Switzerland on Sunday at 8:30 pm, followed by clashes against Slovenia on Tuesday at 6 pm and

January the 23rd, 2026 – There’s an abandoned Croatian hospital hidden in the middle of a dense forest that was in operation for just three years. Here is its bizarre story. As Putni kofer writes, among the countless Croatian mountains and hills, Petrova Gora certainly doesn’t find itself among the most famous. It is of course loved by people who live nearby and explored by hikers eager for new landscapes, but it isn’t widely known and visited by many people. It’s a shame, because it is home to gentle trails, easier climbs, and incredible remains of recent history that have simply

January the 23rd, 2026 – Croatia is set to get a brand new railway line in an enormous investment totalling 600-700 million euros. The trains that will run along it will go at speeds of 160 kmh. As Sinisa Malus/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the location permit for the construction of the second track of the new lowland railway route through Karlovac is expected in 2027, it was revealed at a meeting of representatives of the City of Karlovac and the state-owned company HŽ Infrastruktura (Infrastructure) with designers recently. As announced by the Karlovac City Administration, the aforementioned meeting was attended by representatives of

Croatia heads into the main round of the EHF Euro 2026 without any points carried over, following a group-stage defeat to Sweden. In the next phase, the team will face Iceland, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Hungary, while Sweden, Slovenia, and Iceland begin with points earned from the opening round. Head coach Dagur Sigurdsson’s squad will open their main-round campaign against Iceland on Friday, January 23, at 15:00. The European Handball Federation and tournament organizers confirmed the full schedule late last night. CROATIA’S SCHEDULE – MAIN ROUND GROUP II (MALMÖ) January 23 (Friday): Croatia vs. Iceland – 15:00 January 25 (Sunday): Switzerland vs. Croatia – 20:30 January 27

Marin Čilić powered into the third round of the Australian Open with a dominant straight-sets win over 21st seed Denis Shapovalov. The Croatian veteran triumphed 6–4, 6–3, 6–2 in just over two hours of play. Čilić came out firing, breaking early for a 2–0 lead before Shapovalov briefly fought back. But the former US Open champion broke again at 5–4 to seal the first set. From there, he controlled the match, securing a single break in the second set and another decisive one in the third, which left the Canadian visibly deflated. Winning the final four games, Čilić closed out the match