Travel writer at City Voyager
Joana Lima
Joana writes the boring-but-essential parts of travel — visas, transport passes, SIM cards, opening hours, what to do when something goes wrong. The kind of details that quietly save a trip from going sideways.
Articles by Joana Lima
ETIAS & EES Explained: EU Travel Requirements Guide
EES biometric checks already run at Schengen borders, and the €20 ETIAS authorisation for visa-exempt travellers is expected in late 2026. What each system does and how to prepare.
August 4, 2026
London to Amsterdam by Train: Complete Eurostar Guide
The complete guide to the London–Amsterdam Eurostar: 4h19 direct from £39, check-in at St Pancras and Amsterdam Centraal, booking windows, Interrail and alternatives.
August 4, 2026
Schengen Visa & Travel Rules: 2026 Guide
The 29-country Schengen Area, the 90/180 rolling rule explained with examples, ETIAS in 2026, Type C visa costs, EES biometrics, and the third-party scams to avoid.
July 27, 2026
Vienna to Budapest by Train: 2026 Route & Ticket Guide
Hourly Railjets link Vienna and Budapest in about 2h20. 2026 fares from €13, the MÁV booking trick, rail pass rules, station guides and day-trip timings.
July 21, 2026
Prague to Vienna by Train: 2026 Times, Fares & Tips
Everything about the Prague–Vienna train in 2026: journey time, ČD/ÖBB Railjet vs RegioJet fares from €15, rail pass rules, station guides and a Brno stopover.
July 21, 2026
Europe by Train: Interrail, Eurail & Country Networks
How to actually travel Europe by train in 2026: Interrail vs Eurail, pass prices, reservation traps, country-by-country operators, night trains, and when point-to-point tickets beat the pass.
July 21, 2026
Renting a Car in Europe: Country-by-Country Guide
Country-by-country rental car guide for Europe: IDP rules, ZTL and LEZ traps, vignettes, tolls, insurance upsells, EUR daily rates, and the pitfalls that cost foreign drivers most.
July 15, 2026
Best Time to Visit Europe: Month by Month
A practical month-by-month guide to Europe: what to expect, where to go, and local tips to plan the perfect trip—shoulder seasons, festivals, weather, and insider advice.
July 15, 2026
Night Trains in Europe: Sleeper Routes & Booking Guide
Which sleeper trains run in Europe in 2026, what a berth costs, and how to book: ÖBB Nightjet and European Sleeper routes, cabins and fares explained.
July 15, 2026