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If you’ve been paying attention to the travel news lately, you might have noticed something surprising: the United States is finally having a serious rail renaissance. For years, we’ve looked across the pond with jealousy as Europe rolled out high-speed networks and luxury sleepers. But here at Travel Off Path, we’ve been tracking the domestic … The post The 5 Best New US Train Journeys To Take In 2026 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Let's not kid ourselves — some cities carry artificial nicknames that don't live up to the hype. How many ‘Venices' can there really be? Just because there's a scenic canal splitting a timeless townscape, declaring it's a Venice dupe rarely conjures the same romance as the real deal. The same can be said for Milan … The post I Explored 9 Countries In 2025: This Trendy City That Feels Like Paris Was The Biggest Surprise appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's no place dreamier than Europe, which is why 3 of the most gorgeous cities on the continent welcomed more visitors than ever in 2025. As a trio of favorites here at Travel Off Path, we have fallen in love with each and every one of them, whether it be for captivating cultural experiences, jaw-dropping … The post These 3 Gorgeous European Cities Broke All-Time Visitor Records In 2025 appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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As much as we all at Travel Off Path love Paris, with its shimmery Eiffel Tower and grand Haussmann boulevards, London and the iconic red telephone boxes and landmark-lined Thames, and Barcelona with the Gaudí masterpieces and lively coastal life, there’s no denying these European heavyweights have lost a bit of their shine. Be it … The post Why You Should Visit This Gorgeous European City In 2026 Before It Gets Too Popular appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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We all know the heavy hitters. You’ve probably looked at flight deals to Punta Cana, checked resort prices in Montego Bay, or maybe you’ve even braved the cruise ship crowds in Nassau. And hey, I get it—I love a classic “sun, sand, and drink-in-hand” vacation as much as anyone (looking at you Cabo!) But sometimes, … The post 7 Overlooked Towns In The Caribbean Worth Visiting 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 4th, 2026 – 10% higher prices could easily have dissuaded Croats away from their traditional winter skiing breaks, but that doesn’t seem to have occurred. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Ana Roksandic writes, just after the new year, many Croats traditionally go off to neighbouring countries for skiing holidays. Despite inflationary pressures causing higher prices (in many cases of 5% to 10%), experts estimate that there will be no decline in interest in enjoying winter sports activities among Croats. Boris Žgomba, president of the Association of Travel Agencies at the Croatian Chamber of Commerce (HGK), expects a good ski season ahead. “As we all

January the 4th, 2026 – Dubrovnik-Neretva County will provide 1000 euros for each newborn born on or after January the 1st, 2026. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Zrinka Gabelica Toplek writes, Dubrovnik-Neretva County recently introduced a gift payment of 1,000 euros for every newborn on the first day of 2026. As things currently stand, one million euros have been provided in the budget for the move. “Every newborn child is of the greatest value in our community. With this measure, we want to specifically help families, send a clear message of support for young parents, and contribute to creating a more positive demographic environment across

January the 3rd, 2026 – There’s a hidden World War Two tunnel underneath bustling Rijeka, and you can visit it for under two euros. As Putni kofer writes, the underground world always fascinates us, there’s a hefty dose of “hidden”, the mysterious, sometimes even the terrifying. This doesn’t only occur in nature in the sense of natural caves and tunnels, but also in our busy urban centres. We’re always interested in the unknown, what’s beneath our feet, and what once happened in those dark passages. We sometimes revitalise them and turn them into an attraction and an addition to the cities they

January the 3rd, 2026 – The Croatian supplementary health insurance price won’t increase at the very beginning of 2026 as was warned about not long ago. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the decision to increase the Croatian supplementary health insurance price will not come into force at the beginning of 2026. This is because the public consultation on the topic has only just ended, and the session of the HZZO Administrative Council, which must confirm the decision on the price of DZO, hasn’t yet been convened. After the Administrative Council confirms the decision on the price increase, there’s a deadline of 30 days

December the 24th, 2025 – There’s a new procedure simplifying obtaining Croatian citizenship by descent for members of the diaspora, and an entire company dedicated to helping people through the process. With the new interest of the Croatian diaspora to return and live in Croatia, the Ministry of Demography and Immigration has introduced a programme allowing Croatian emigrants and their descendants to obtain a residence permit in Croatia for up to two years, with the option to extend and with significantly fewer restrictions than existing residence pathways. IMPENDING CHANGES AND WHAT THEY MEAN The legal basis for this programme comes from the Final