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Mauricio Ruiz is a writer and journalist who has lived in the US, Belgium, Mexico and Norway. His work has appeared in Words Without Borders, CatapultThe CommonThe RumpusElectric LiteratureJMWWRiver TeethLiteral Magazine, among others. He's been shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and Myriad Editions Competition in the UK, as well as the Fish Short Story Prize in Ireland. He has received fellowships from OMI writers (NY), Société des auteurs (Belgium), Jakob Sande (Norway), Can Serrat (Spain), and the Three Seas' Council (Rhodes). His second book, Silencios al sur, was published in early 2017, and his work has partially been translated into Dutch and French. Mauricio Ruiz can be followed on Twitter and Instagram.

26 January 2022

Portugal creates Europe’s largest protected marine area

At the end of 2021, the Regional Government of Madeira announced the creation of the largest marine protected area with full protection in Europe and the […]
25 January 2022

10 Most Instagrammable spots in Santarém

An hour from Lisbon, on a plateau above the river Tagus, Santarém is a city steeped in history and sunshine, good food and river trade. Founded […]
14 January 2022

48 hours in Santarém

With a growing reputation among food-lovers, this historic and up-and-coming Portuguese city, just an hour from Lisbon and easily accessible by car or train, has everything […]
13 January 2022

Portugal is the best country to work remotely, says Momondo

1. Portugal at the top Portugal ranked as the best country in the world for remote work, scoring high in all categories including climate, social life, […]
12 January 2022

Portugal’s tourism industry faces job shortfall of 85,000 this year

A new analysis of staff shortages by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed a significant labour shortfall in Portugal, with 85,000 Travel & Tourism jobs […]
7 January 2022

Portuguese man crosses the Atlantic on kite-powered boat

The Portuguese Francisco Lufinha has traveled more than 6,700 kilometers aboard a kite-powered sailing boat. In just 47 days, he has sailed from Portugal to the […]
28 December 2021

Why is Bom Jesus do Monte an unparalleled monument with a unique history

The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, in Braga, Portugal, has over 500 steps, 20 fountains and 32 statues. It still features 19 chapels on the […]
27 December 2021

The 10 most wonderful swings in Portugal

The breathtaking landscapes that Portugal has to offer have originated creative and unique spots to contemplate such splendor. The reputation of the panoramic swings started in […]
17 December 2021

Meet Pastelaria Benard: 150 years of Lisbon stories

Benard is not just a sign of a time, a testimony that is left there, spreading the smell of coffee and cakes that we devour with […]
16 December 2021

5 best places to eat in Santarém

There must be something in the air in Santarém. The municipal map is shaped like the hand of God and the food scene is so hair-raisingly […]
2 December 2021

6 oldest cafés in Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and a city with a very rich history, filled with curiosities. Many of the oldest cafés in the country are […]
1 December 2021

Santarém celebrates Portugal’s National Gastronomy Festival 40th anniversary

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Santarém’s award-winning Gastronomy Festival is a landmark event in the Portuguese gourmet calendar. Every autumn, restaurants from all over the […]
1 December 2021

Portugal to impose a 20,000€ fine for airlines carrying passengers without tests

Portuguese authorities have announced that as of December 1st, airlines that transport passengers without a valid Covid-19 test would incur a fine of up to 20,000 […]
22 November 2021

Porto and the North of Portugal scored most tourists in 2021

Porto and the North region of Portugal have attracted more guests than the rest of the country, according to data from the Portuguese National Institute of […]
22 November 2021

Braga hosts the best 2021 European young chef competition

1. European Young Chef Award The Portuguese city of Braga will welcome some of the most promising young chefs in Europe for a food competition, between […]
18 November 2021

Portugal offers a unique location for your dog’s holidays

The dream of Marina DePraetere, now Chairwoman of the Board of the Santuário Animais sem Fronteiras (Animals without Borders Sanctuary, began with her love for animals. […]
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