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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.

20 April 2023

Hyacinth Festival in Hallerbos now open to visitors

On Saturday April 16th, the Hyacinth Festival in Hallerbos or Halle forest officially opened to visitors. Every year, the hyacinths’ blooming attracts thousands of visitors, some […]
19 April 2023

Top Asia-Pacific tourist destinations in 2023

Asian countries were among the last to reopen after the Covid-19 pandemic, so while the rest of the world started recovering well into 2022, they are […]
18 April 2023

A night in the Land of Fire at Brussels’ Royal Park

Nestled between Europe and Asia and poised like an eagle over the oil-rich Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan encompasses dramatic landscapes, UNESCO-recognised heritage, and a spectacularly modern capital, […]
14 April 2023

3 emerging study abroad destinations

Studying abroad is about so much more than just education. Of course, that is the main reason for choosing a destination, but the enriching experience of […]
12 April 2023

Villers Abbey, a must-visit Wallonian treasure for sunny days

If you’re looking for the perfect way to enjoy the spring sunshine, why not heed the call of Walloon Brabant’s great parks? From chateaux nestled in […]
11 April 2023

Flanders promotes its castles and gardens through new cultural project

This summer, Visit Flanders is launching a cultural project aimed at showcasing the region’s castle and garden estates. The project ‘Stories Untold’ will debut on 1 […]
7 April 2023

10 Dutch cities where the Dutch themselves prefer to go on a city trip

When looking for travel tips, there’s nothing like a good old bit of advice from locals. After all, they know best where to go, what to […]
7 April 2023

10 most sought-after destinations this spring

The majority of travellers (66%) plan to travel in the upcoming season (March 1-May 31) according to consumer sentiment research commissioned by Tripadvisor in five key […]
7 April 2023

7 reasons to visit Scherpenheuvel-Zichem, Belgium’s most sacred space

Scherpenheuvel-Zichem is to the northeast of the province of Flemish Brabant, about 50 km from the heart of Brussels. And for centuries, it’s been Belgium’s most […]
31 March 2023

4 outdoor tourist attractions to visit in China

In December of 2022, Chinese authorities ended mass testing, closures and lengthy quarantines. They also announced that travelers entering the country from January 8th would no […]
30 March 2023

What is trending in travel in 2023?

Despite a squeeze on wallets, the war in Ukraine and last year’s post-pandemic uncertainty, we know people are still spending on travel. So from sleep pods […]
28 March 2023

These are the greatest places to visit in 2023, according to Time magazine

Time magazine has released this year’s World’s Greatest Places, comprising 50 destinations travellers should put on their bucket list this year. To compile the list, the […]
23 March 2023

Amazing statues to see on your next road trip

A set of Ukrainian prairie giants and a controversial angel larger than a Boeing 757 are just some of the astonishing and amusing roadside statues rounded […]
17 March 2023

5 European spring destinations for flower lovers

After a long, grey, glooming winter, spring has finally arrived. The sun comes peeping out from behind the clouds every now and then, temperatures are rising […]
15 March 2023

5 reasons to visit Strasbourg in 2023

As in other European countries, France is seeking to improve the environment and the quality of life of its residents in larger cities. These include Strasbourg, the […]
14 March 2023

10 Most instagrammable spots in Brussels

Each city has its spirit, charisma, and identity. When we visit a new city, we will normally perform a rigorous investigation about the trendiest spots in […]