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No passport required. No elbowing through resort crowds. 2 selling points for an awesome beach vacation from the get-go. While everyone else is flocking to the usual San Juan tourist traps, travel experts are quietly sneaking off to a pristine, rainforest-fringed beach town just 45 minutes away. If you're looking for cheap regional beer, world-class … The post This Unknown Beach Town Is Puerto Rico’s Ultimate Hideaway With No Crowds appeared first on Travel Off Path .

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Summer is officially here, which means millions of Americans are currently scrambling to lock in a Caribbean beach vacation before the season slips away. But before you blindly book a flight to the first tropical hotspot you see on Instagram, you need to pause and look at the actual data for Summer 2026. This summer … The post 5 Caribbean Destinations You Should Not Visit This Summer According To Travel Experts appeared first on Travel Off Path .

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Italy is one of those countries that no matter how hard I try to take a break from, I keep getting drawn back like bees to honey. 50 Italian cities in, 13 out of 20 regions visited, and all of the country's mainline tourist destinations ticked off, I could in theory, you know, hang the … The post I’ve Been To 50 Cities In Italy, This Secret Coastal Gem Is My All Time Favorite appeared first on Travel Off Path .

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If not designated as an official “Pueblo Magico” (magical town), you might otherwise have second thoughts visiting a Mexican border town, largely known as being dusty and laden with pharmacies. We're not saying pharmacies don't exist on every corner, but we are saying this magical town lives up to its charm and is far from … The post This Little-Known Town Has Mexico’s Most Beautiful Hotel & Nobody Knows About It appeared first on Travel Off Path .

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It is officially time to update your European travel plans. Europe's passport-free travel area is poised to gain a brand new member, and depending on how you like to travel, this could be massive news. After over two decades of being in the European Union, the stunning island of Cyprus is in the final stages … The post This Country In Final Stages To Join Schengen Zone Impacting All Travelers In 2027 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

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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

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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,

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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

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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

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July the 3rd, 2026 – Have you ever heard of the Premuda cathedral? It isn’t what you’d expect at all. Meet the sea cave on a quiet Croatian island that feels like a completely natural church. Croatia is home to countless natural wonders, but one of its most striking is hidden on the small, quiet island of Premuda in the Zadar archipelago. Known as the Premuda cathedral, this extraordinary natural sea cave has become one of the island’s most recognisable landmarks and a favourite destination for keen adventurers. Putni kofer writes that the so-called Premuda cathedral earned its name because

July the 4th, 2026 – Croatia is launching a multi million euro Osijek Hospital project which will result in the construction of the most modern hospital complex in the country. Croatia has officially launched the implementation of the new Osijek Hospital (KBC Osijek) project, an investment worth over 800 million euros. It is set to become one of the country’s largest healthcare infrastructure developments by far. The project marks a massive step in the government’s efforts to modernise the national healthcare system on the whole. Poslovni reports that the first phase of implementation was launched following a working meeting at

July the 3rd, 2026 – The recent Croatian heatwave, which resulted in extremely high temperatures for about two weeks, has ended. Climate and weather experts have however warned that the extreme heat will return, and that this is the new normal. The first major Croatian heatwave of this summer has officially come to an end with rain, wind and violent storms. It finally brings some relief after nearly two weeks of exceptionally high temperatures. However, as Index reports, meteorologists and public authorities are warning that prolonged periods of extreme heat are expected to become increasingly common as the climate continues

July the 2nd, 2026 – Zadar is surrounded by a very extensive archipelago, but there’s one particular island near Zadar that is widely known for being the home of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Croatia… Hidden in the sprawling Zadar archipelago, the island of Olib is a peaceful escape far from the clutches of overtourism and crowds. Among local people, it’s known for its beautiful sandy beaches and untouched island atmosphere that has remained intact for centuries. Located near Zadar, Putni kofer writes that Olib is one of those Croatian islands where visitors can arrive with a car, but

July the 3rd, 2026 – Croatians remain the EU record holders for remaining living with their parents and relatives the longest, but even the Germans are beginning to remain at home longer. Young people across Europe are increasingly staying and living in the family home longer, with the average age of leaving parents’ households rising in very many countries. However, Croatia stands out as the clear EU leader when it comes to how long young adults remain living with their parents. According to recent Eurostat data reported by Index , young people living across the European Union leave the parental