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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

Italian photographer captures childhood in different parts of the world

Italian photographer Massimo Bietti has traveled the globe capturing stunning photographs along the way. The result is unique: incredible portraits of children in the most remote […]
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

Top 4 best places to retire in 2022

After a life of hard work many people find themselves confronted with a complex question: Where to retire? Several factors are involved including cost of living, […]
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

48 hours in Rome

A weekend in Rome… It sounds very beautiful and very romantic but also, when you think about it a bit more, it sounds a little bit […]
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 […]
20 December 2021

Best squares to visit at Christmas time

A while ago, we wrote an article about the 20 most beautiful city squares in the world. Well… Now, during Christmas time, they are even more […]
17 December 2021

The most famous Christmas trees around the world

There is nothing quite like strolling through a nicely decorated city during the Christmas time – it take so to a magical place, a bit of […]
16 December 2021

Always wanted to visit France? This 6-day train ride takes you through the country

Oh, la douce France. We don’t know what it is, exactly, but France certainly breathes a certain feeling of nostalgia, a certain air of romance. Maybe […]
13 December 2021

Top 10 most dangerous spots for selfies

Selfies are more dangerous than we often imagine. According to a study by the iO Foundation, one person dies every week from taking risky selfies. The […]
13 December 2021

The Blue Raft. A new way to enjoy the peaceful waters of the Caribbean

Longing for a break where you can enjoy some peace and calm gazing at the clear Caribbean waters? This is for you. The Blue Raft is […]
7 December 2021

Top 3 skiing resorts in Slovenia

There are many ways to enjoy the winter time and snow – from to being very active and having fun with all kinds of winter sports, […]
3 December 2021

5 cool ice hotels

Despite the cold weather that winter brings, it certainly has a beautiful side. Glistening white layers of snow and frosted icicles make for wonderful scenery, and […]
1 December 2021

10 Beautiful German castles to visit this winter

Did you know that Germany has more than 20,000 castles? It sounds surreal, doesn’t it? The truth is that the country has one of the largest […]
26 November 2021

Space Coast: Exploring Florida’s most iconic area

Spanning over 115 km (72 miles) of coastline, Florida’s Space Coast boasts one of the most diverse ecosystems in the western hemisphere as well as the […]
24 November 2021

The charm of the Belgian Northern Sea

When thinking about the seaside, most people envision somewhere nice and warm, sipping cocktails on a tropical island or by the Mediterranean. Going further North in […]