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Landing in Cancun this winter? Expect to see a massive show of force. Authorities have deployed 7,000 troops to the Riviera Maya—here is how it affects your vacation. We at Travel Off Path have been tracking this for a while, especially after 400 new police officers with body cameras were added to Cancun’s force earlier … The post 7000 Troops & Police Arrive In Cancun & Riviera Maya To Protect Tourists This Winter appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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Here at Travel Off Path, the grand adventure of life has taken our team of experts across the globe. With some destinations more far-fetched than others, we realize sometimes the best trips are right here in our own backyard. As such, one fairly recent trip took us to San Francisco, where we were stoked to … The post This Serene West Coast City Feels Like San Francisco With Better Prices appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There are many a reason why tourists flock to London, and gorgeous as it may be, with its iconic red telephone boxes and gorgeous Victorian-era architecture, be under no illusion: being the global metropolis it is, it's anything but undeniably British at its core. Don't get us wrong. We love London for its diverse food scene and … The post Forget London! This Smaller UK City Has Medieval Charm & Authentic British Culture appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's no perfect blueprint to find happiness, but living in the Caribbean is all but certain to put you on the right path. What may seem like a far-fetched dream is in closer grasp than you might think, and we're not talking about your crazy uncle who ditched the fam for a rugged surf shack … The post 5 Gorgeous Caribbean Destinations Where You Can Live Under $1500 Per Month appeared first on Travel Off Path.

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There's no shortage of amazing adventures awaiting once you cross into South America — and there's more to come! But one of the most underrated countries is grabbing its welcome mats from storage, ready to embrace Americans who were likely deterred from visiting before. When planning a trip anywhere abroad, it can be a real … The post Americans No Longer Need Visa To Visit South America’s Most Underrated Country 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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December the 7th, 2025 – A young Croatian man from Pazin in Istria has invented self-healing concrete, rightfully being recognised at the international Eureka IIEC competition. As Morski writes, an incredibly talented young Croatian man from Pazin who is also a final year student at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Ivan Sloković, recently won 3rd place at the prestigious international competition Eureka IIEC 2025. Ivan’s innovation is ConCure, a form of concrete that actually “heals” itself and solves the global problem of corrosion of reinforced structures. It doesn’t come as a surprise at all that this young Croatian man’s creation of

December the 7th, 2025 – There’s a 300-year-old Croatian river bridge widely considered to be the most beautiful in the whole country. It’s part of the old road to the coast, and cars still pass over it to this very day. It’s far from a secret that Karlovac County is absolutely beautiful. Home to winding rivers, waterfalls, beautiful countryside and plenty of stories, everyone who visits enjoys it. There are some parts that are still not widely known, however. As Putni kofer/Antonio Ivcevic writes, Karlovac County’s rolling hills are home to beautiful old castles, fortresses, beautiful bridges and forgotten traces of the

The 2026 World Cup match schedule has been announced, and Croatia has learned its Group L dates, times, and cities. Croatia’s 2026 World Cup match schedule is as follows: June 17, 2026: Croatia – England (16:00 local time/22:00 Croatia time) – Dallas June 24, 2026: Croatia – Panama (19:00 local time/01:00 Croatia time) – Toronto June 27, 2026: Croatia – Ghana (17:00 local time/23:00 Croatia time) – Philadelphia As for the complete match schedule, the earliest matches of the day will be played at 18:00 Croatian time, while the latest ones will be early in the morning Croatian time, at 5:00 and 6:00. Recall, Croatia will

December the 6th, 2025 – Mate Rimac has succeeded in meeting all of the necessary conditions for the payment of 897 million euros from the EU. As a result, 100 robotaxis should be driving along Zagreb’s roads next year. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Transport and Infrastructure confirmed to Index that the company Project 3 Mobility (P3M) presented sixty verification prototypes of vehicles and that all of the appropriate tests were carried out. The move has thus fulfilled the conditions for the European Commission (EC) to pay the eighth tranche of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan

December the 6th, 2025 – Croats have decided which Croatian city is the best to live in, and it isn’t anywhere near the coast. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the City of Zagreb recently announced on its official website that it had won the title of the Croatian city with the best quality of life in the category of cities with more than 35,000 inhabitants. The awards ceremony for the most successful cities and EU projects in 2025 was held in Šibenik as part of the “Days of Regional Development and EU Funds” conference, and the award was accepted on behalf of the