Colombia has long held an iffy reputation for travelers. On one hand, it’s an amazing destination to visit. On the other hand, many travelers have claimed they feel the need to keep their head on a swivel in certain areas. Some of the more popular cities to visit are Medellin, Bogota and Cartagena to name …
Oftentimes, fellow travelers love to give the inside scoop on underrated destinations. But what about places that are overhyped or have simply lost their luster? Everyone has their own sense of wanderlust driving your attraction to a particular place. Some opt for a dreamy beach escape, some pack their coats for a snowy winter wonderland, …
Safety should always be a concern for travelers venturing off to a foreign country. Although Mexico is so close to the U.S., it doesn’t always seem as if we’re traveling abroad. To enjoy this extended home away from home, a passport is definitely needed to gain access to our phenomenal neighbor packed with cultural sites …
Sunny escapes are in high demand this time of year, and there are not too many places nicer than Puerto Vallarta. Commonly among the most visited destinations in Mexico, this paradisal location is teeming with stunning beaches ready to welcome you with perfect weather. Of course, when it comes to Mexican getaways, the beach is …
We have all been tricked before, but when it happens on vacation it adds to a whole other level of misery. Many Americans make their way to Mexico’s finest beaches for the time of their lives. For some, it’s an annual getaway. To others, it may be your first time and you may not quite …
It’s not often we give Spanish lessons here at Travel Off Path, but travelers will most certainly need to learn the phrase “una botella de agua por favor.” The U.S. State Department has active warnings for popular countries regarding water quality. There’s nothing worse than taking a nice vacation only to get sick from contaminated …
Mexico is one of the most popular vacation destinations on the planet. Of course, it’s not only the premiere beaches and luxe resorts that attract travelers; it’s the welcoming people and phenomenal culture that seals the deal. Since Mexico has so many direct flights from all over the U.S., it’s even more of a bonus …
Nothing can spoil a trip quite like falling victim to a scam. They’re nothing new to traveling, and the experienced among us probably believe that we know many of the main ones, but it always pays to stay up to speed with the most common scams of the present moment. Insurance company InsureandGo recently put …
Is traveling to Morocco safe right now? On September 8, 2023, a devastating earthquake hit near Marrakesh, claiming more than 2,000 lives and causing unspeakable amounts of damage. The historic city of Marrakesh is the most-visited destination in Morocco, receiving over 12 million visitors per year, and the country was on track to break tourism …