Articles by Miruna Ciura

Miruna Ciura

Miruna is her own travel guide (art school kids, right?) and lends packing cubes to all her friends.

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

Babies need their own passport from birth to cross an international border. Inside the EU, a national ID card can sometimes replace it. The 2026 rules, country by country.

12 MIN READ

Budget Guides

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

Bologna is known as La Grassa, "The Fat One," because in a country of culinary wonders, it is regarded as its gastronomic capital. It is the birthplace of iconic dishes and products such as tagliatelle al ragù (aka spaghetti Bolognese), fresh egg pastas like tortellini, and mortadella, the undisputed queen of Italian salumi.

13 MIN READ

Travel Guides

Taghazout vs. Tamraght: Which Moroccan Surf Town is Right for You?

Two surf towns, one Atlantic coastline, very different vibes. Here is how to choose between Taghazout and Tamraght.

12 MIN READ

Travel hacks

What Am I Forgetting to Pack? A Checklist of Things People Forget Most

Ever arrived at your hotel and realized your phone charger is still plugged in by your bed? If you're asking yourself "what am I forgetting to pack?", the answer is usually the things you use right up until you leave. There's also a newer list to check, from travel authorizations to airline power bank rules. Here's what gets left behind most often and how to make sure it's in your bag.

10 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Fly More, Upgrade Less: How Many Trips Can You Take for the Cost of an iPhone 18 Pro?

The iPhone 18 Pro went on sale with a US starting price of $1,199. What does €1,200 do when it goes on flights instead of a new phone? If you prefer experiences over things, read on. Every trip below starts in Vienna, an airport with a long list of cheap direct routes.

10 MIN READ

Budget Guides

Brighton on a Budget: London by the Sea Without London Prices

Brighton is widely known as 'London by the Sea' — and for good reason. It not only serves as a coastal getaway for Londoners, but it has cosmopolitan energy, a vibrant nightlife and one of the most important arts scenes in the UK.

12 MIN READ

Travel hacks

Where Is Hot and Cheap in October 2026? - 10 Most Sunny Picks

Want sun in October without paying summer prices? These 10 destinations all average 25°C or more this month, from Tenerife and Cyprus to Egypt and Mombasa. The summer crowds have gone and the sea is still warm. Prices also drop once you avoid the half-term week.

10 MIN READ