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It's finally here, you guys. After years and years of back and forth, the European Union has officially started rolling out its controversial new Entry/Exit System, or EES. As of April 10, 2026, Americans, as well as any other foreign tourists landing in an EU country will get their fingerprints taken, and their biometric data … The post This Is The Only Country That Won’t Fingerprint Americans Starting This Month In The EU appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's definitely something to that old adage. You know the one…about ‘the road less travelled'… Millions will flock to Cancun and Punta Cana this year, two of the Caribbean's globally renowned destinations, but what about the plethora of other beach paradises that go unnoticed, yet are equally beautiful and more authentic? That's what our expert … The post This Gorgeous Island Is The Caribbean’s Best Kept Secret For 2026 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Tired of hearing about the Tenerife all-inclusives, weekend-round partying in Mykonos, and staggeringly-expensive caldera-view suites flogged to death by those mainstream travel publications? Listen, there's nowhere we'd rather spend summers ourselves than a small, untouched, heavenly island in Europe, reading a book on a pebbly beach, under the shade of a cypress tree, sinking our … The post 4 Lesser Known European Islands For Less Crowds & Cheaper Prices This Summer appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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I'm not sure it's just me, but it feels like forever since this country's name came up in here. Blame it on El Salvador's current regional stardom, especially after Bukele completely crushed criminal gangs, or Belize's newfound trendiness, but Costa Rica seemed to take a backseat for a while. Not anymore. Central America's no-brainer, most … The post This Tropical Central American Country Breaking All Time Tourism Records appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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If you're planning on hopping across the pond for some of that much-needed dose of culture, and marvel at stunning buildings you just can't find on your daily morning walk to Starbucks, chances are you're mainly concerned about 2 things. We'll keep it real with you: it is a rather chaotic world to navigate out … The post Americans Can Fly Nonstop To 3 Of The Cheapest Cities In Europe This Summer 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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April the 11th, 2026 – Trump’s antics have sent shock waves around the world as war with Iran results in spiralling prices and fuel crises, but how will this dire situation affect Croatia in particular? As Slobodna Dalmacija/Marta Duic writes, despite the long-term and frequently changing geopolitical uncertainty, after Trump’s recent decision on a ceasefire, Croatia is entering the approaching main tourist season with a new dose of optimism. Those at the helm of the country’s tourism sector spoke on what implications Trump’s latest decision could have on Croatia and what kind of season awaits us. “EVEN IF THINGS REMAIN AS THEY

April the 11th, 2026 – Around 100,000 children in Croatia are currently at real risk of poverty. Given Croatia’s very small population which is always decreasing, this is extremely concerning. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, as many as 100,000 children across Croatia live at risk of poverty, which is a particularly dramatic figure from last year’s in depth survey on poverty rates. This alarming finding was discussed at a session of the parliamentary committee for family and youth, at which it was pointed out that a total of around 754,000 people in Croatia currently live at risk of poverty, as reported by Danica.hr. What

April the 10th, 2026 – Passport stamps, however dear to us they are, are soon to enter history entirely. Croatia has introduced the new digital border system with the EES finally operational. As Index vijesti/news writes, the EU is finally fully introducing the much anticipated (and often delayed) Entry/Exit System (EES) from the 10th of April 2026. This will therefore end the period of gradual adaptation and move to exclusively digital recording of crossings of the external borders of the Schengen area. For travellers, this means the abolition of stamping the passports of third-country nationals, as all data on entries and

April the 10th, 2026 – More and more flight cancellations have begun affecting Croatian airports as the globe enters more deeply into the fuel crisis caused by Israeli and American attacks on Iran. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Sinisa Malus writes, airlines are scrambling to dynamically adjust their schedules amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has led to a rise in jet fuel prices across Europe. Airlines are currently all reviewing their operations, with short-term flight frequency reductions primarily affecting the months of April and May. This follows the earlier cancellation of more than 450 flights in April, reports Ex-Yu Aviation

April the 9th, 2026 – Croatia’s very first train station began operating way back in 1860 and formed a very important route, but contrary to popular belief – it wasn’t built in Zagreb. As Putni kofer writes, train travel was once the only way to connect destinations, and the railway was invaluable for transporting various goods. Today, the train is making a big comeback and is an increasingly popular choice for slow, environmentally friendly travel offering speed, comfort and beautiful views. Croatia’s very first train station began operating back in 1860, but it wasn’t built in Zagreb. It wasn’t in Osijek,