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Call us nerds if you want, but we love deep-diving into the latest tourism industry reports jam-packed with insightful nuggets. Look — we're not calling ourselves Einstein, but here at Travel Off Path we know when the math is mathin' to declare the next trendy getaway. In this case, let's say the proof is in … The post Move Over Savannah! This Charming Town Is Georgia’s New Tourism Hotspot appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Think you know the Caribbean? Think again! Here at Travel Off Path, we've stumbled upon a Fort Knox-level secret island even us seasoned travelers likely couldn't point out on a map if we tried. As a true-map-dot destination, don't let its fun-size stature fool you. It packs a punch, especially for digital nomads seeking new … The post This Unknown Island Is The Caribbean’s Most Underrated Digital Nomad Destination appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Palm trees so tall they seem to touch the sky, white sands running along turquoise waters for miles on end, the smell of frying arepas from a street vendor somewhere in the buzzing malecón crowd: nothing screams paradise quite like a Caribbean island. In this economy, however, it's not like everyone just has $7,000 sitting in … The post 3 Stunning Caribbean Islands That Won’t Break The Bank In 2026 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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If you had to guess California's next hotspots, you'd likely think they're all lying along the coast. I mean, it is California after all… However, that's not entirely the case. Sticking with Southern California, we at Travel Off Path have put our heads together and dug deep into the far corners of the interwebs to … The post These 4 Lesser-Known Hideaways Are Destined To Be Southern California’s 2026 Hotspots appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Between the U.S. passport free-falling in global dominance and the dollar getting weaker against the euro every passing month, 2026 hardly feels like the year to splash out on a luxurious Santorini cave hotel or a five-star concept stay overlooking Amalfi. Americans are traveling abroad more carefully than ever, and beyond feeling safe and welcome, … The post These Are The 5 Cheapest Cities To Visit In Europe For 2026 According To Experts appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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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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Beijing has activated an online system for Chinese visa applications in the United States to speed up processing and attract more visitors. The development is part of a broader reopening push. China has rolled out an online visa application portal for travelers applying from the United States, aiming to streamline submissions and encourage more trips to the country. The launch forms part of an effort to revive inbound travel and business exchanges, according to SCMP. Applicants in the US will be able to complete forms online and upload supporting files before any required in-person steps. In most cases, consulates still verify passports

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January the 11th, 2026 – Končar is set to construct a mega electric bus terminal in Zagreb which will be able to be in function for 24 hours per day. As Sinisa Malus/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Končar has been selected for the construction of a mega electric bus terminal in Zagreb. When it is finally completed, 124 buses will be able to charge 24 hours a day, which will be significant for the electrification of public transport across the capital. The contract the aforementioned company signed with the City of Zagreb has a term of ten months. The decision on the selection was

January the 11th, 2026 – There’s a beautiful Croatian ski resort which offers panoramic Adriatic Sea views, joining a short list of the very few in the world which do. As Putni kofer/Lana Mindoljevic writes, imagine being able to combine the most beautiful things nature has to offer in one shot: dense forests, dramatic mountains, snow and the sea. Such places do exist and one of them is located in Croatia, a mere stone’s throw from Rijeka. The beautiful Platak ski resort is one of the most unique ski resorts in all of Europe, located at the crossroads between Kvarner and

January the 10th, 2026 – Two Croatian regions saw a very significant fall in tourist numbers in 2025, with incredible figures seen overall throughout the year. Here’s a breakdown of Croatian tourism numbers recorded throughout 2025. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, last year, the thirteen continental Croatian counties managed to maintain their share of 6.3% in total tourism results seen back in 2024, with 1.4 million tourist arrivals, as well as only 2.5% in total overnight stays, with 2.8 million of them registered. The City of Zagreb itself saw similar shares in total results, according to Croatian National Tourist Board data taken

January the 10th, 2026 – Skiing season has officially kicked off on Sljeme high above Zagreb, and it will be entirely free for certain groups. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, skiing season on Sljeme officially begins today (Saturday, January the 10th, 2026), with the opening of the Green and White slopes. Skiing for Croatian citizens will be free this season, as was the case over the previous two seasons. “Given the ideal snowy conditions and the large number of visitors expected on Sljeme, we’d like invite citizens to use public transportation to get to the cable car due to limited capacity in the

The Croatian Football Federation has confirmed two spectacular friendlies that the national team will play this March in the United States as part of the “Road to 26” series. The Vatreni are set for a double feature in Orlando, facing Colombia on March 26th and Brazil on March 31st, as part of the friendly series “Road to 26”, which also features France alongside Croatia, Brazil, and Colombia. Tickets for all four matches in the series go on sale on January 13th at 16:00 (CET). Fans can register for exclusive early access starting January 8th at 16:00 via roadto26.com. Colombia currently ranks 13th in