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Alright, folks. This is one where we’re unquestionably living up to our name by putting the last 2 words to good use: Off. Path. I had the adventure of a lifetime exploring the world’s largest city not accessible by roads, meaning you can either fly in or take a doozy of a ride down the Amazon … The post I Visited The World’s Largest City You Can’t Drive To: 5 Reasons It’s Worth The Adventure appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Will the U.S. ever adopt the concept of bullet trains? That hasn’t exactly come to fruition in California despite multiple-comma checks poured in, only to come up short thus far. With the goal posts pushed back year after year, even the current trend of NFL power kickers couldn’t force this one between the uprights. That … The post New High-Speed Train Will Link 2 Major Southern Cities In 90 Minutes appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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If you think the Caribbean is synonymous with $500-a-night all-inclusives, jam-packed beaches that have been destroyed by overdevelopment, and dollarized economies that keep tourists in a gentrified bubble while most of the barely get by, perhaps you've just been to Cancun one too many times. Sure enough, there's the glitzy, glamorous side of the Caribbean … The post This Surging Caribbean Paradise Is One Of The Cheapest Escapes This Spring appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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What comes to mind when you think of Central America? To many, it's the second-best to Mexico, given the extra bit of travel time. Others who've had the pleasure of visiting put Mexico in the rear-view mirror with countries that are even cheaper and less crowded. We all know by now El Salvador has become … The post Why Central America’s Most Stunning City Should Be Your Next International Vacation appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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We talk a lot about safety in terms of crime or scams, but the quickest way to ruin a vacation isn't a pickpocket—it’s the tap water. Trust me, I made this mistake ONCE in Mexico and vowed to never let it happen again. The U.S. State Department and CDC maintain active warnings for some of … The post U.S. Urges Americans Not To Drink The Tap Water In These 5 Popular Destinations 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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January the 26th, 2026 – The Odra isn’t one that comes up much when Croatia’s rivers are discussed, but this “Amazon river” (as it is often referred to in the local sense), is actually one of Europe’s most important bird habitats. As Putni kofer/Martina Hrupic writes, whenever the name Odra comes up in conversation, the topic usually heads in two directions (as does the river itself). One goes towards the Czech Republic, where the 845-kilometre-long river bearing that name springs, then through Poland and finally towards the German-Polish border. The other is in Croatia, leading us to Turopolje and the Odra

January the 26th, 2026 – Football stadium construction across Croatia is in full swing with multiple active construction sites from Zagreb to Opatija. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, sport and infrastructure in Croatia are entering a watershed year as it seems that 2026 will be decisive for the future of football and sports facilities across the country. After years of stagnation and plenty of (sometimes confusing) announcements, five major football stadium construction sites across Croatia have been put into full operation. They range from capital projects in Zagreb to new sports arenas in regional centres nationwide. SLAVONSKI BROD Ivica Galovic/PIXSELL The reconstruction of the Stadium

January the 25th, 2026 – The popular Meneghetti Hotel and Winery has been listed among the world’s top 101 hotels, further spotlighting the diversity of the Croatian tourism offer. As Sinisa Malus/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Croatian tourism has received yet another important global recognition. The Meneghetti Hotel and Winery has been included among the 101 best hotels in the world in the famous Tatler Travel Guide 2026. This is a prestigious annual selection of the best hotels in the world published every year by the respected British magazine Tatler. Tatler, one of the most influential luxury and lifestyle magazines in the entire world

January the 25th, 2026 – Split is set to realise an enormous project that even dwarfs the extensive (and expensive) Žnjan project, involving a new port, an aquarium and more. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the expansive area between the Žnjan swimming complex and the future Duilovo-Stobreč promenade, which is also the last unused part of the Split coastline, will eventually get a new port. The current plan is to build most of the berths intended for locals, as well as numerous public facilities, including a large aquarium. It is currently being estimated that this project will be more expensive than the

January the 24th, 2026 – You’ll find large statues of Gregory of Nin (Grgur Ninski) in not only Nin, but also in Split and Varaždin. They all look the same at first glance, but there are slight (and important) differences… As Putni kofer writes, his finger is raised a little bit threateningly above his head, a large book is held in his hand, a heavy robe is seen cloaking his body, yet his feet are always bare. From a modest sandal, the only golden part of the otherwise grey bronze monument sticks out – his big toe. From this description, few