Articles by Ana Matos

Ana Matos

Ana Matos: Ana is an Editor at Kiwi.com, occasionally writing stories of her own. A jazz enthusiast and avid world traveler, always seeking new experiences. @matos_anaa

travel-hacks

Do Babies Need Passports? Yes, From Day One, Even Inside Europe

By Ana Matos

12 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Bologna on a Budget: Eating Like Royalty in Italy's Food Capital for Under €85 a Day

By Ana Matos

13 MIN READ

Inspiration

Why North Macedonia Should Be Your Next Balkan Destination

By Ana Matos

14 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Montenegro: An Under-the-Radar Jewel On the Adriatic

By Ana Matos

10 MIN READ

Inspiration

The Ultimate Australian Travel Bucket List

By Ana Matos

10 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Rome for Foodies: A Culinary and Historical Journey

By Ana Matos

10 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Weekend in Barcelona: How to See it All Without Spending it All

By Ana Matos

16 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Essential Istanbul: Top 5 Activities and Foods You Can't Miss

By Ana Matos

12 MIN READ

Budget Guides

How to Experience London Like a Local

By Ana Matos

14 MIN READ

Inspiration

The Best Budget And Family-Friendly Holiday Destinations For Spring Break

By Ana Matos

13 MIN READ

Inspiration

The Best Family-Friendly Holiday Destinations In The U.K.

By Ana Matos

13 MIN READ

Inspiration

The Best Budget-Friendly Family Destinations For A Tropical Vacation

By Ana Matos

15 MIN READ

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Round Trip vs One-Way Flights: Which Is Cheaper in Europe?

Round trip vs one-way flights: Which one should you book for your upcoming trip? It depends on the route and airline. With budget airlines, the total comes out to about the same price as a return ticket, since the return is usually just two one-way fares put into a single booking. It can be different with full-service airlines, as they often price their return tickets as a package. That's why you should always assess both options before you book.

6 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Machu Picchu Without the Tour Package: How to See Peru's Icon on Your Own (and for Less)

Here's what the tour operators don't tell you. The ticket to Machu Picchu is a state ticket. You buy it yourself, on the Peruvian government's own website. Nobody has to sell it to you with a hotel, a guide and a lunch attached.

10 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Azerbaijan: The Land of Fire You Haven't Seen on Your Feed Yet

Azerbaijan is an easy, affordable weekend trip from Europe: Baku's Old City, the Caspian boulevard, mud volcanoes and mountain villages, without the crowds.

13 MIN READ

Travel hacks

What Is a Transit Visa? How to Know if You Need One for Your Layover

What is a transit visa? It is a short-term permit to pass through a country, or just its airport, on the way somewhere else. It doesn't let you visit. Whether you need one depends on your passport, airside or landside transit and layover length. Run the 3-question check below before you find flights.

8 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Zurich On A Budget: How To Enjoy The World's Priciest City Without The Pricetag

Zurich is the most expensive city in the world, according to Numbeo's 2026 cost of living index, which leaves out rent; that makes it more relevant for visitors, since tourists don't sign leases.

11 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Best AI for Flights in 2026: 9 Tools That Search (and Book) Flights

The best AI tools for flights show you the latest ticket prices and let you book the fares you see.

12 MIN READ

Inspiration

Best weekend city breaks in Europe: 10 cities worth flying to

A weekend city break is the cheapest way to feel like you've been away: two days, one city, no annual leave burned. But which European cities actually repay a short trip? These ten do, and every one of them is short-haul from most of Europe, so you can fly out Friday evening and land back Sunday night.

15 MIN READ