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Look, we get it — certain regions of Florida seem to have flags planted by retirees with a “get off my lawn, you whippersnapper” attitude. And that can be seen as a key driver for the younger crowd of spring breakers and honeymooners eyeing flashier getaways in such places as Panama City. But the gatekeeping … The post This Unknown Town Is The Gateway To Florida’s Most Beautiful Beaches appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Is there anywhere more peaceful in the States than South Carolina's Lowcountry hideaways? They certainly earn Travel Off Path's stamp of approval. Some of our team of experts make annual trips to recharge along SC's calm shores and cluster of charming towns on the outskirts of Charleston. Digging deeper, folks at Going (formerly Scott's Cheap … The post This Affordable SC Island Town Is The Best Place To Escape Spring Crowds appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Popular travel search engine KAYAK has just put out its 2026 Travel Trends report, and boy, oh boy… when it comes to Europe's emerging destinations for the year ahead, to say we're surprised would be an understatement. Let's just say, familiar favorites like Paris, London, Barcelona, and Lisbon are taking a back seat this time. … The post These Are 5 New European Hotspots Surging In Popularity For 2026 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Italy's the kind of place people dream about visiting, and spend several long, laborious years saving up just to have a taste of that pistacchio gelato-flavored, flaming Tyrrhenian dolce vita, even if only for a week in summer. I'm lucky enough to have Italy as my literal backyard. I split my time between Paris and … The post I’ve Been To Over 30 Cities In Italy—Here Are 5 I’d Go Back To In A Heartbeat appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Mexico is more than people make it out to be. It is not just one giant beach with a Señor Frog's in the middle. I have been to Mexico more times than I can count, and the biggest mistake I see travelers make is treating the entire country like it’s just one big all-inclusive resort. … The post 5 Mexico Destinations Everyone Should Visit At Least Once 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 29th, 2026 – A ferry line linking Dubrovnik with Kotor and Budva in neighbouring Montenegro is set to launch in summer 2026. As Sinisa Malus/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the Budva-Dubrovnik and Kotor-Dubrovnik maritime lines will be re-established during the upcoming summer tourist season. The ferry linking Dubrovnik with both Kotor and Budva will start operating on June the 1st, as was recently announced Montenegrin Maritime Minister Filip Radulović, adding that the route will last until the end of September this year. The Montenegrin Maritime Ministry has stated that it will gladly continue its cooperation with the renowned Croatian carrier Kompas, which

January the 29th, 2026 – Big Zagreb Airport hotel and complex plans have fallen very short, with absolutely zero offers to carry out the estimated 40 million euro job. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Zagreb Airport d.o.o. has failed rather spectacularly to attract investors for the construction of a new hotel and retail and business complex. These facilities would be part of the planned development of the so-called “Airport City” near the terminal building itself, worth around 40 million euros. This has otherwise been its second attempt to attract interest and offers in just a few months. The selected investor was to receive

In a dramatic showdown, Croatia defeated Hungary 27–25 to secure a place in the EHF EURO semi-finals! Dagur Sigurdsson’s team topped their group and will now face the runner-up from Group I in the final four. Croatia finished the first two stages of the competition with six wins and one loss, the only defeat coming against Sweden, who have since been eliminated from medal contention. Croatia’s semi-final opponent will be decided later tonight, after the Denmark vs. Norway match at 10 pm. If Denmark wins, Croatia will meet Germany in the semis; but if the Danes slip, Croatia will face the same

January the 28th, 2026 – Coca-Cola in Croatia and Dinamo Zagreb have signed a sponsorship partnership set to last for a period of three years. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Coca-Cola in Croatia and Dinamo Zagreb have officially joined forces, with one of the leading truly global companies in the beverage industry becoming the sponsor of the trophy-winning Croatian football club. The three-year sponsorship agreement was signed by Zvonimir Boban, CEO of GNK Dinamo, on behalf of Coca-Cola in Croatia by Dimitris Rompis, CEO of Coca-Cola HBC Croatia, and Daniel Hrupek, Marketing Director of Coca-Cola Adria. With this sponsorship agreement, Powerade will

January the 28th, 2026 – The Croatian National Bank’s Money Museum has gained recognition and attention by winning a prestigious world design award in London. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Moneterra – The Croatian National Bank’s Money Museum is the winner of the prestigious International Property Awards in the Best Public Service Interior category. This recognition confirms the excellence of the project, this time also at the global level. The award was presented to well known Croatian architect Ante Vrban, who designed Moneterra architecturally in its entirety and transformed it into the most technologically advanced museum in the entire region. The International