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Is it just me, or has all this talk of “hidden gems” and “undiscovered spots” become a bit too… trivial, if not outright nonsensical? Whether they’re doing it for the Instagram algorithm or simply because they’re clueless enough to think an extremely popular European city that’s been flogged to death can still fit that criteria, … The post Why Marseille Is Not Europe’s New ‘Hidden Gem’ appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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After a chaotic 48 hours of viral fear, flight cancellations, and widespread panic regarding a U.S. Embassy security alert in Mexico, the dust is finally settling. If you have a trip booked to Mexico this week, you need to step away from social media and look at the actual boots-on-the-ground intelligence. Mexico is a massive … The post The Mexico Travel Panic Is Ending: Puerto Vallarta Flights Resume & Cancun Alert Removed appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Here's the thing about Texas: not everyone wears boots, greets you with “howdy!”, or listens to country music. It's true — Texas may be portrayed as a one-trick pony, but it's actually one of the most diverse U.S. states. In fact, if you were to show up in the capital of Austin in a typical … The post 5 Texas Destinations Everyone Should Visit At Least Once appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's nothing we love more than a little Mediterranean escapade ourselves. Pistacchio gelato by a colorful harbor, peppered with slender, pastel-colored buildings, fresh fruit from local mercatini, outside lunch with cathedral views, and vespa rides into scarlet sunsets. There's just one complaint: Is it just us, or do you also find pebblestones and shingles a … The post This Greek Island Has The Most Beautiful Beaches In Europe According To TripAdvisor appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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The internet is currently exploding with rumors, flight cancellations, and widespread panic regarding travel to Mexico. Following a massive military operation on Sunday, February 22, the U.S. Embassy issued a widespread Security Alert, and a wave of fearmongering has tourists scrambling to contact their airlines and cancel their upcoming vacations. If you have a trip … The post Should You Cancel Your Trip To Mexico Amid New Travel Alert? 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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February the 24th, 2026 – TCN’s Paul Bradbury reflects on his experiences in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv as the war against the Russian aggressors rages on. Having lived on Hvar for 13 years, I have been to many epic beach parties. The music, the sea, the sun, the vibe, the community. Priceless memories. But no beach party I have experienced came close to Sunday’s pop up beach party on a lake somewhere outside the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv… Already 12 years at war with Russia, today marks the 4th anniversary of the full invasion, or Special Military Operation, as Putin calls

February the 24th, 2026 – HRejting has revealed that most of Croatia’s public support an alcohol sales ban after 20:00, which is an idea currently being seriously floated. As Index vijesti/news writes, the Croatian Government is currently busy preparing a legislative proposal that would ban the sale of alcoholic beverages after 20:00 nationwide at all points of sale except in catering establishments and restaurants. According to the latest HRejting survey, conducted for HRT by the Promocija plus agency, more than half of Croatia’s public support an alcohol sales ban after 20:00. The survey was conducted from February the 16th to the 18th

February the 24th, 2026 – There are many opinions flying around about the relatively sudden influx of third country nationals into Croatia, but how exactly do Croatia’s citizens feel about foreign workers? As Index vijesti/news writes, the overall opinion of Croatian citizens about foreign workers remain very divided, according to the latest HRejting survey conducted for HRT. The survey, conducted by the Promocija plus agency from February the 16th to the 18th on a sample of 1,000 respondents, reveals different views on their impact on the economy, culture and everyday life, as well as on their need to learn Croatian. The

February the 23rd, 2026 – Kostrena, a small settlement not far from Rijeka, made its mark on the world via the Suez Canal, the Titanic and more. As Putni kofer/Ivana Vasarevic writes, with one proverbial foot in the Adriatic and the other in Gorski Kotar: this is how we might best describe Kvarner. It’s a northern Croatian region that delights all who visit it with its perfect combination of sea and mountain atmosphere. From Rijeka, the city that flows, to the gorgeous islands of Cres, Krk, Lošinj, Rab, Susak… Then we come to the smaller coastal towns, which carefully and authentically

February the 23rd, 2026 – Wellovar, or should we say Bjelovar, has been an up and coming settlement for a while now, and it’s latest geothermal miracle attests to its bright future. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the Wellovar geothermal sport and recreation park is currently in the final stages of construction in Bjelovar. It’s one of the most demanding projects in the city’s history by far, both in the sense of finances and infrastructure. It is an expansive future complex that, in terms of its scope, technological solutions and planned purpose, goes beyond local significance and positions Bjelovar among the rare