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Whether you're old school and call it the Gulf of Mexico or have caved to its updated name, the Gulf of America, there's one stretch between Galveston and Mississippi's ever-so-trendy coastal hotspots you likely have never uttered: The Gulf of Louisiana. It's true — the land of Mardi Gras, untamed swamplands, and crawfish boils does … The post The South’s 3 Secret Beach Escapes Worth The Trip This Summer appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, Mazatlán is officially one of the country's fastest-rising destinations. Thanks to its strong connectivity, an expansive flight network including both domestic and international routes, rapid tourist infrastructure growth, with 256 hotels and 14,136 rooms, and continuous investment in beachfront vertical housing, it's never been trendier than it is … The post This Gorgeous Pacific Coast City Is One Of Mexico’s Fastest Rising Destinations appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's just something magical about snagging a window seat, knowing you're locked in place for a surreal adventure. While everyone has posted the same plane-wing views from above, the reality is that more travelers are heading back down below for a ground-level experience. That's right — train travel is back, and while the U.S. largely … The post This Is America’s Most Beautiful State To Explore By Train This Summer appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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The post-Spirit era of American aviation has officially begun. On May 2, 2026, after 34 years of shaking up the industry, Spirit Airlines closed its doors for good. The yellow planes are grounded, leaving a massive void in the budget travel market. Specifically, over 1.6 million domestic seats have just vanished overnight. For those of … The post These Are The 5 Best Low-Cost U.S. Airlines Now That Spirit Airlines Has Shut Down appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Capri who? If your heart’s set on an Italian summer this year, pistachio gelato on stone jetties, pastel-colored harbors, the whole dreamy vibe, you might wanna skip the Amalfi darling this time around. Look, it’s stupid gorgeous, no argument there, but it’s the last place you wanna be if peace, quiet, and some good old-fashioned … The post These 5 Gorgeous Islands In Italy Have Fewer Crowds & Authentic Culture 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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May the 5th, 2026 – The glorious Makarska Riviera is home to Croatia’s longest uninterrupted stretch of beaches and over 2,500 hours of sunshine per year. As Putni kofer/Yuriy Dzyubenko writes, Istria, the Littoral, Dubrovnik and its surroundings, stunning central Dalmatia, and then there are the islands… It’s very difficult, in fact more or less impossible, to say which part of the Croatian coast is the most beautiful of all. There’s no need to. Everyone has their favourite bits and everyone is right. However, one part of the coastline still stands out objectively for something. The Makarska Riviera is almost 60 kilometres

May the 5th, 2026 – Vrgada is one of many unsung Croatian islands, where there are no cars, just one shop, and the vehicle of choice is a tricycle. As Putni kofer writes, in Croatia’s stunning Adriatic Sea, there are among more than 1,000 islands, islets and rocks that are scattered like pearls off the heavily indented coastline. Vrgada is one island that has somehow managed to remain somewhat wild, untouched, and far from anything even close to mass tourism. ONE OF THE MANY JEWELS OF THE ZADAR AREA Dino Stanin/PIXSELL Spanning a total area of 3.32 square kilometres, gorgeous little Vrgada is home

May the 4th, 2026 – Kozada is a wild, uninhabited and tiny Croatian island that almost everyone bypasses. Home to a glorious landscape and military history, it has an interesting story to tell. As Putni kofer writes, Kozada, often also referred to as Kotež, is a tiny uninhabited Croatian island on the very edge of the Brijuni archipelago, opposite Štinjan near Pula. Boasting a very interesting past, this island is now just an “untamed” and untouched part of one of the most beautiful Croatian archipelagos of all. At first glance, it gives the impression of a typical piece of Croatian coast left

May the 4th, 2026 – Another fascinating Roman find has halted works being carried out in Kožino in the wider Zadar area. Croatia is famed for its countless Roman-era discoveries, and it’s looking likely that this one is significant. As Morski/Frane Kršlović writes, extensive works being carried out on the “Agglomeration of Kožino-Petrčane” project have been halted after an incredible Roman find came to light in the area near Zadar. Those present accidentally uncovered ancient walls and Roman bricks dating from the 1st century. Archaeologists have been contacted and have stated that the Roman find is of exceptional value. Field photographs of

May the 3rd, 2026 – Trump’s secretary Chris Wright has been chastised and called frivolous and ridiculous for claiming “Iran could bomb Dubrovnik”. Analysts have stated the following very clearly: “They do not want to, nor would they”, condemning the American politician for trying to cause mindless panic over nothing. As Index vijesti/news writes, military analyst Goran Redžepović was a recent guest on N1’s live studio, where he commented on the frankly ridiculous statements made by US Secretary of Energy, who made the claim while in Dubrovnik that “Iran already has missiles that can hit Croatia”. TRUMP’S MINISTER TRIES TO SPREAD POINTLESS