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When you think of an idyllic European life, with Vespa rides, blood-orange sunsets, soft pistachio ice cream, and lounging for hours on a scenic beach, feet caressed by the warm Mediterranean, Italy, Croatia, or Greece probably come to mind.

But what if we told you there’s a lesser-known spot most Americans haven’t been to yet, and where you can still have all that, except for the ire-inducing Amalfi crowds and the ridiculous Santorini prices?

Located directly south of Dubrovnik, a short one-hour drive from the jam-packed fortified town, Montenegro offers equally-beautiful coastal scenery, rich culture, and dare we say, more affordable living:

Welcome To Montenegro, Croatia’s Less-Famous Sister

A small Balkan country only about 4.40 as big as Rhode Island, Montenegro may not look like much when you draw up a map of Europe, given its less-than-impressive landmass, and the fact it is surrounded by far-more famous countries.

An incredibly-popular Croatia sits right to its north, and if you keep driving south long enough, in 7 hours you’ll reach Greece.

That being said, it is by no means lacking in cultural attractions.

Its Dalmatian Coast, a direct continuation of Croatia’s own, is interspersed with scenic pebbly bays, hugged by waters of the most turquoise blue you’ve ever seen, and ancient harbor towns with centuries-old houses built from ocher stones.

If you’re wondering where to start, try Kotor:

Gorgeous Medieval Towns Untouched By The Passing Of Time

It is a medieval maze of cobble-paved pathways backed by limestone mountains—climb up St John’s Fortress forwater magnificent views of the winding, namesake Kotor Bay, explore the town’s numerous Romanesque churches, and sample ćevapi and pear rakija from a local eatery.

Nearby, Perast is a quaint fishing village distinguished by its spearing bell tower, and facing the landmark Our Lady of the Rocks, an islet home to a solitary church and museum, right in the middle of Kotor Bay.

For around $13, you can enjoy a sizable Margherita pizza with a local rose overlooking the water at Locanda, a well-known restaurant serving Mediterranean staples at reasonable prices.

Over in Herceg Novi, at the Western entrance of the Bay of Kotor, you’ll find yet another historic stronghold-city with a picture-perfect historic center, and a plethora of waterfront hotels starting from only $67-a-night.

Further down the coast, Budva is an up-and-coming leisure destination combining Old World allure and modern coastal resort appeal:

Beautiful Beaches & Luxurious Experiences

Its medieval core has Kotor’s timeless alleyways, yet smaller crowds, and the nearby sandy Mogren Beach has a refined beach bar where a sunbed and umbrella will cost you around $9 for the day.

For a more exclusive Montenegrin experience, Sveti Stefan is an ancient settlement on a small island accessible on foot via a bridge, home to a luxurious Aman resort that’s almost always booked out for the season, but you can try your luck here.

If you plan on staying in Montenegro a little longer than a week or two, either because you’re a digital nomad looking for somewhere to lie low a while, or a slow traveler keen on taking in the sights without rushing, you should head to Bar:

A lively seaport known for its leafy avenues, luxury condos and shopping scene, it is the best place to be based in for a mix of both vibrant city life and Dalmatian quaintness.

Renting an Airbnb in Bar will only set you back by $453-a-month, if you’re going for the budget-friendly listing, and based on Numbeo estimates for 2025, an inexpensive restaurant meal will average $9.70, while a pint of domestic beer is under $3.

If you’re looking for an affordable city, there’s of course Podgorica, the inland Montenegrin capital, away from the hustle and bustle of the coast.

However, other than a tiny Old Town (with hardly any landmarks left) and rows upon rows of communist-era apartment blocks, there’s not much there that would pique your interest.

A Secret Historic Gem Nestled In The Black Mountains Of Montenegro

Montenegro is also home to a lush Mediterranean nature, and its Durmitor National Park has jagged peaks that are perfect for hiking, crystalline lakes that put Switzerland’s to shame, and deep gorges flanked by verdant forests.

Over in Biogradska Gora, in the very center of Bjelasica, a mountain massif, there is a nature preserve between two rivers, Tara and Lim, traversed with tourist-friendly footpaths and dotted with camping sites for the adventurous among us.

Of course, no visit to Montenegro is complete without Lovcen, the mountain looming over the Bay of Kotor, for one reason only: it’s precisely the karst massif’s dark color that gave the country its name, and historically, it proved a natural defense against invaders.

Montenegro’s former capital, Cetinje, a beautiful medieval gem with colorful houses and old royal palaces, bestrides Lovcen’s slopes, and it’s perfect as a base if you’re exploring the wider park and its many trails.

Montenegro Is Extremely Safe

Finally, for those dreaming of a summer or even moving to Montenegro, you should know it is one of Europe’s safest destinations.

Though we wouldn’t be the first to leave items unattended on a beach, this isn’t Barcelona or Paris: pickpocket rates are far lower, illegal immigration levels too, and as for overall crime, it tends to be better managed than corruption at a government level.

In other words, Americans have nothing to fear spending time in Montenegro, and they’re free to exercise their usual precautions, as the U.S. State Department confirms.

Need some time to think?

You can read more about Montenegro—and its many ancient wonders—clicking here.

Vinicius Costa

Vini, our senior lead writer at Travel Off Path, has over 60+ countries under his belt (and currently weaving tales from Paris!), and a knack for turning off-the-beaten-path experiences into informative stories that will have you packing your bags.

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Handling over 32 million passengers last year, Cancun Airport is one of the busiest hubs in Mexico, only behind Mexico City’s Benito Juárez.

That’s hardly surprising news, considering it serves both the city of Cancun, the number one resort destination for Americans flying abroad, and the wider Mexican Caribbean, which comprises secondary destinations like Isla Mujeres, Playa Del Carmen, and Puerto Morelos.

Be that as it may, the airport isn’t immune to criticism:

From the long border waits, to a perceived injustice in the treatment of certain travelers, to the infamous ‘Shark Tank’, a long corridor of shouting taxi drivers, mostly scammers, newcomers must walk in order to exit, it can be a stressful experience.

This year, airport authorities have vowed to crack down on the known issues and will be making 3 significant changes to help visitors feel more welcome—especially if they’re Americans concerned with the souring U.S.-Mexico relations:

100 New Border Agents Are Being Deployed

Let’s start with the main complaint travelers pose when landing: the insanely long border bottlenecks.

As you know, whenever you fly out of the States, you’ll be going through passport control at your destination: usually a border officer will interview you briefly to understand your reasons for visiting, ask to see some documentation, and then finally stamp you into the country.

In Mexico, this documentation includes (naturally) a valid passport if you’re a U.S. citizen, but they may also request proof of an outbound or return ticket, so make sure you have yours in hand just in case.

The issue is, lots of travelers lately have been complaining of ‘slow moving lines’, as the screening process gets stricter and border agents spend longer time interviewing individuals, and a ‘general inefficiency’ in the entry process as a whole, as reported by Riviera Maya News.

In fact, a number of travelers have even reported ‘mistreatment’, particularly when coming from underdeveloped Latin American countries or even from the U.S.

As you might know, bilateral relations between the United States and their southerly neighbor aren’t great at the moment, with the White House going as far as renaming the Gulf of Mexico ‘Gulf of America’, and intensifying border patrols.

This week, in a meeting chaired by Mara Lezama, the Governor of Quintana Roo, which governs Cancun, authorities announced that, in response to these concerns, 100 additional border agents will be deployed.

This should alleviate the pressure at the border by ‘covering’ the 110 checkpoints distributed around the airport’s three terminals and ensuring a smooth flow of passengers without significant delays, regardless of the terminal they arrive in.

The more interesting part, however, comes next:

According to Lezama, ‘training programs’ will be put in place to ensure officers and airport staff are able to provide ‘warm and friendly service‘ to visitors.

The Governor did not refer to the ‘incidents’ affecting select travelers as of late, though we understand it’s a direct response to issues raised by countries like Colombia, whose nationals have been known to be mistreated, and American travelers worried about the geopolitics of it.

e-Gates Are Increasing In Number

The second part still refers to the improvement of the border experience, except it largely concerns U.S. and Canada passport holders only:

The number of e-Gates, the autonomous gates for immigration screening, is increasing in all three terminals.

Since 2023, U.S. and Canadian citizens have been eligible to use e-Gates when landing in Cancun for faster screening.

This involves scanning their passport in one of the automated machines, and crossing into Mexico without further questioning, and bypassing the manual check on border agents’ part altogether—needless to say, these have proven a huge success from introduction.

Quintana Roo officials have not confirmed how many more e-Gates will be added, but if you’re keen on avoiding any border wait whatsoever, make sure you’re traveling on a biometric passport, and that it hasn’t suffered any damage.

If you’re wondering what a biometric passport is, just look for the tiny camera symbol at the bottom of the cover, and if it’s there, you’re good to go:

A majority of U.S. issued passports these days is biometric.

Free Wi-Fi At The Airport Soon?

Oh, there’s one more thing:

Airport authorities have confirmed they’re working on bringing free connectivity for a longer period of time to all travelers.

As any of you who have flown into and out of Cancun before will know, there is, in fact, free Wi-Fi at the airport, but it only works for up to 60 minutes, and after the one hour elapses, you’re required to pay to continue accessing the internet.

This can be a pain if you’ve just landed in Cancun, you don’t have a local SIM, and there’s a long wait at the border, or if you’re transiting through the hub, on your way somewhere or back home, and you have several hours ahead of you and no Wi-Fi available.

Some would deem that unacceptable, and rightly so: most airports have free, unlimited Wi-Fi, as we’ve reached a silent understanding it’s not a luxury, but a necessity for most, especially if you’re traveling and can’t afford to go AWOL for consecutive hours.

You know how these things go in Mexico: there’s no date of implementation yet, but we’ll be sure to check the next time we log into the INMVITADOS platform landing in Cancun.

Either way, this is all very promising.

Vinicius Costa

Vini, our senior lead writer at Travel Off Path, has over 60+ countries under his belt (and currently weaving tales from Paris!), and a knack for turning off-the-beaten-path experiences into informative stories that will have you packing your bags.

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Get ready, Oklahoma City! In a thrilling first for Will Rogers World Airport (OKC), American Airlines has just announced a groundbreaking new route. Starting November 8, 2025, Oklahomans will have direct access to the sun-drenched beaches of Cancun, Mexico (CUN) thanks to a brand-new, Saturday-only nonstop service. This historic announcement marks a major leap forward for the city, finally connecting Oklahoma City directly to an international destination for the first time ever.

End of Connecting Flights for International Travel

If you lived in Oklahoma City or nearby, getting to an international destination usually meant dealing with connecting flights through bigger airports. But that’s about to change! This new nonstop service to Cancun is a game-changer for Oklahomans wanting to travel abroad. No more frustrating layovers – this direct route will slash travel time and make things so much easier, whether you’re heading to the beach for vacation, planning a family getaway, or a business traveler needing to get there efficiently. You can bet local leaders and the community are thrilled, seeing this as a huge step forward for the city and its connections to the wider world.

Mayor Holt Celebrates “Historic Moment”

“To finally welcome a nonstop international flight to Oklahoma City for the first time in a generation is a historic moment for us,” Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt said in a news release. “This milestone is a testament to our city’s renaissance, as well as a reflection of our willingness to invest in ourselves. This would not have been possible without the vision of our airport leadership to construct the necessary facilities and their persistence in marketing this opportunity to the carriers. Our gratitude to them, as well as American Airlines.”

American Airlines Utilizing Boeing 737 Aircraft

You’ll be flying on a Boeing 737 when you take American Airlines’ new route from Oklahoma City to Cancun. American picked this plane to give everyone a comfy and reliable ride. Since it’s a Saturday-only flight, it’s ideal week-long adventures, giving you the chance to get away to Cancun’s sunny beaches and lively atmosphere. This service runs every Saturday from November 8, 2025, to April 4, 2026.

Cancun: A Premier Destination for Oklahoma Travelers

Cancun, situated on the northeast coast of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, is globally recognized as a leading tourist destination. Its allure lies in its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and rich Mayan history. The city boasts a diverse range of attractions, including luxurious all-inclusive resorts, a lively and engaging nightlife scene, and significant ancient Mayan ruins such as Chichen Itza. Additionally, the underwater environment offers exceptional opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The new nonstop flight from Oklahoma City is anticipated to be particularly appealing to families, couples seeking romantic getaways, and students during spring break, all looking for an easily accessible tropical vacation.

Years of Effort Culminate in International Service

The launch of this inaugural international route is the result of dedicated efforts spanning several years by the Oklahoma City Airport Trust and various local stakeholders. Their collective goal was to enhance the capabilities of Will Rogers World Airport and attract international carriers. A crucial step in realizing this vision was the recent completion of a Federal Inspection Station at the airport. This new facility is essential for efficiently processing international passengers and handling customs procedures, thereby paving the way for airlines like American to introduce international services.

Tickets on Sale Soon

Tickets for the new nonstop Saturday service from Oklahoma City to Cancun will go on sale starting Monday, March 31, and can be booked directly through the American Airlines website.

Airports Director Highlights Community Partnership

“We are excited American Airlines will be offering international flights to Cancun this winter,” said Airports Director Jeff Mulder in the news release. “American Airlines is a great partner, and we appreciate their support of OKC and our community. We are nearing completion of our customs facility, which will allow this new international service to become a reality. This type of new international nonstop service elevates OKC to a new level and offers our travelers another quality-of-life improvement.”

This new route marks a significant chapter in the history of Will Rogers World Airport and promises to bring the world closer to Oklahoma City.

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According to research conducted by MBO Partners, 18.1 million U.S. citizens are officially digital nomads, or roughly 11% of the total American workforce.

That’s a stunning number in itself, considering that, prior to 2020, the concept of remote work was restricted almost exclusively to IT and certain niche fields of entrepreneurship.

The primary goal of these individuals is to be location-independent while earning a living, and many of them have an innate passion for traveling, and you’re likely to find them anywhere the sun is shining, and the cost of living is low, from Mexico, to Spain, to Thailand.

Be that as it may, an equally significant percentage of American nomads are quite happy city-hopping in their own neck of the woods and aren’t exactly keen on relocating to a foreign country.

One U.S. city in particular has in fact tripled its digital nomad population since 2019, charting ahead of long-time faves for tech-savvies like Austin and San Francisco.

Miami Is America’s Top Nomad Hotspot Right Now

Florida’s most popular beach destination, Miami is America’s leading nomad hub right now, leading not only in numbers, but in public opinion:

According to this other Hostinger analysis, it is the best home base for digital nomads craving a change of scenery while keeping it somewhat ‘local’.

Miami has excelled not only in the ‘freelance income potential’ category, thanks to its thriving economy and myriad of career opportunities, but also its big selection of coworking spaces.

It has a well-established cafe scene that puts it on a par with New York, Chicago, Seattle and the like, and wherever you are in the sprawling coastal metropolis, you’re never too far from a laptop-friendly eatery serving delicious daytime brunch to keep you going.

Think a cozy The Cafe At Books & Books in Coral Gables, a solid pick for overcoming that persistent writer’s block if you’re an independent writer—free WiFi, floor-to-ceiling shelves stacked with books, timeless wooden furniture, and an intellectual vibe throughout.

For a livelier environment and a quick 30-minute inbox-clearing sesh powered by strong coffee, we love Magdalena in Edgewater, and if you feel a light breakfast in an airy, soft-lit space will get you to boost your productivity, try Little Haiti’s Panther Coffee.

A Vibrant Culture & Social Scene

Speaking of Little Haiti, it is one of Miami’s most vibrant ethnic neighborhoods (one of many!), boasting a high concentration of Caribbean-style restaurants, creative murals covered in street art, and quirky indie galleries.

The local Caribbean Marketplace is particularly great for finding local produce if you’re staying in Miami a while, as well as buying Afro-Caribbean handicraft.

Over in Little Havana, the heart of Miami’s Cuban community, you’ll stumble upon an equally fascinating cultural scene, from Calle Ocho, lined with cantinas and walk-up windows selling Cuban cigars, to the busy meeting point that is Maximo Gomez Park.

Then there’s South Beach, or how we like to call it, quintessential Miami, with its historic charm—you’ve probably never seen this beautiful collection of pastel-hue, Art Deco facades anywhere—cosmopolitan feel, and active nightlife

If you’re wondering where to go for some fun on a Friday night, Ocean Drive’s where it’s at.

In sum, there is plenty about Miami and its diverse communities that will keep you inspired and get your creative juices flowing when you need them most.

High Quality Of Life & No Visas Required

As MBO Partners have concluded, Miami also scores well in monthly living costs: though it is the gateway to Latin America, by no means does it share the nether subcontinent’s cheap prices, but life here doesn’t have to be expensive to be enjoyed.

In fact, nomads will spend an average $2,200-$2,800 per month, in line with other Floridian cities, and tourism hotspots across America, and somewhat cheaper than the average for places like New York and Chicago.

Rent is truly the one thing that will nab the greatest chunk of your income, particularly if you’re keen on living in a trendy Wynwood, or a Bohemian Coconut Grove—on the other hand, grocery prices are reasonable, and there is plenty of affordable dining options around.

Another one of Miami’s undeniable appeal for American nomads is the fact it is a domestic destination boasting pleasant weather and white-sand beaches.

Americans don’t need to apply for a Digital Nomad Visa (commonly shortened to DNV), worry about entry and stay regulations, or for God’s sake, even have a passport when choosing Miami as their new temporary hub: this is the United States, after all!

Latin America, Europe and Asia are great, but have you tried qualifying for one of those hard-to-get DNVs, or living on constant visa-runs to avoid breaking immigration law?

Lastly, this is the closest you can get to being in a tropical location Stateside, as temperatures here vary from 62°F to 90°F during the year, and they rarely fall below 50°F.

As a local coworking space founder Karla Rodriguez has added, ‘Miami offers what nomads crave most’, namely the infrastructure for productivity, coupled with ‘endless opportunities for rejuvenation’: in other words, it offers great quality of life.

Vinicius Costa

Vini, our senior lead writer at Travel Off Path, has over 60+ countries under his belt (and currently weaving tales from Paris!), and a knack for turning off-the-beaten-path experiences into informative stories that will have you packing your bags.

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As you may have heard, things have been a bit shaky in Santorini between earthquake warnings, and if the bucket-list island is anything like last summer, then overtourism concerns will surely repeat themselves.

On the bright side, Greece is home to 6,000 islands and many offer unparalleled views, whitewashed buildings draped with the kako mati, and incredibly pristine beaches to make the long journey worthwhile.

National Geographic just revealed an in-depth guide to 31 Greek islands to check out this year and Santorini didn’t crack the top 15.

2025 is the year to tap into your sense of wanderlust and explore the unknown, including these 3 Greek islands Nat Geo hyped up as the best.

3) Kos

Boasting a mix of history and tranquil beaches, Kos is on the opposite end of the spectrum of party-fueled Mykonos and more aligned with islands Naxos and Paros with virtually no crowds.

Nat Geo has dubbed Kos the ‘bicycle island’, and rightfully so.

There are over 6,000 bikes for hire to wander designated trails, including a new 8-mile path along the coast.

No rap battles, though. And there’s waaaay better food than Mom’s spaghetti with Greek classics like gyros that never disappoint, along with mousaka, souvlaki, and a focus on fresh seafood like octopus and calamari, living up to the common phrase that ‘everything is betta with feta’.

Especially, when you can dine on a patio overlooking the vibrant blue sea at such places as Olivity, just tucked away enough to feel authentic.

One of the top sites to reach on two wheels is the ancient site of Asclepieion, only $4.50 to enter.

While it’s certainly not the Acropolis, it offers a glimpse into the past of famed native Hippocrates, the ‘Founder of Medicine’ and healing/medicinal practices lifetimes ago.

The waterfront of Kos (the main town with the same name) is vibrant, walkable, and a delight to make your base in old-timey inns, or you can level up at the island’s most unique stay — 5-star all-inclusive Mitsis Selection Blue Domes, with accommodations ranging from bungalows to villas.

And the pool is to die for. It seems like it never ends as if it flows straight into the sea.

2) Kalymnos

Formerly a sponge-diving hotspot, all that changed when Spongebob captured our hearts.

Okay, thats second part is a lie…

What’s really transformed the island of Kalymnos from a former diver haven in the 90s’ to now what’s attracted a new type of adventure: rock climbing.

You can’t miss Kalymnos staggering limestone cliffs, but even if you’re not into chalking up your hands and praying to all the Greek gods the ropes weren’t bought on Temu, the island is still an idyllic paradise offering beautiful beaches, vibrant villages, and overall, a refreshingly authentic Greek island experience.

Travelers rave about Platis Yialos Beach on TripAdvisor, but Vlychadia Beach is off-the-beaten path with crystal-clear waters on what feels like a secluded cove.

For the best views, travelers also rave about the unmissable Saint Savvas monastery perched on the hillside and are free to enter.

Hotels are super cheap if you’re willing to downsize to a cozy boutique hotel. Kantouni Blue Sea holds an impressive 4.9 Google rating, and rates are around $50 through spring.

1) Nisyros

Ever heard of Nisyros? It’s probably a good thing that most of us haven’t as the island’s claim to fame is an active volcano, but is open to the public to visit.

It erupted in the 1800s, but its wild history goes way deeper. The volcano’s origins certainly put the “myth” in “mythology.”

As Nat Geo put it, it was ‘Poseidon who seized a chunk of Kos and hurled it on top of a fiery Titan called Polyvotis’, resulting in the creation of Nisyros.

Fact check, anyone?

You’ll want to scroll back up to #3, as Kos is the best gateway here. Even if you’re not into volcanic hikes, the pint-sized capital Mandraki is a delight to visit.

In fact, one could argue it’s one of the most picturesque towns in all of Greece’s islands. Lined with multi-colored homes, Byzantine churches, and sun-drenched waterfront tavernas, this is the type of laid-back Mediterranean paradise we’ve all dreamt of visiting.

Nat Geo also hypes up the tiny village of village of Emporios, but it packs a punch with ruins of castles, a natural cave sauna, and arguably the best views of the volcano.

If you stay in Mandraki, guests have loved boutique hotel Romantzo, only $51 per night this spring and offers spacious sea-view balconies.

Sam Sears

Sam, our Lead Writer & Journalist based in San Diego has visited 30 countries and written over 400 articles with a focus on sharing his own travel experiences and shining a light on lesser-known gems.

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