The skateboarding world is buzzing with excitement as Ericeira gears up to welcome a revolutionary addition to its vibrant skate scene. And it will be ready this weekend, on the 26th of August 2023. An epic vert ramp brought to town by the remarkable 16-year-old skateboard prodigy, Freddie Arnold. This thrilling venture promises to redefine […]
Doula Support in Pregnancy and Birth in Portugal
Doula Support in Pregnancy and Birth in Portugal Welcome expectant mothers in Portugal! Our blog post is here to provide you with valuable insights from foreign moms who have worked with the exceptional doula, Mayra Linares, based in Ericeira, during and after their pregnancy. In five testimonials, they’ll share their unique experiences of being pregnant […]
Do I need Health Insurance in Portugal?
Wondering whether you need health insurance in Portugal? The answer is no. Having health insurance in Portugal is completely optional. As a legal resident in Portugal, you are entitled to public healthcare, which is heavily subsidised by the government. However, you are not limited to the care available within the public system, called Sistema Nacional […]
Immersive Theatre Party in Ericeira: Intrigue & Glamour!
Hey there, party people! Have you heard the buzz around town? Something amazing happened last weekend in Ericeira. La Clique organized an immersive theatre party that left everyone talking about it for days. Let me tell you, it was truly a one-of-a-kind experience that I can’t wait to share with you. Picture yourself being transported […]
The food scene in Ericeira: what’s going on?
Well hello, there fellow foodies! I’ve been asked by the lovely folk at Ericeira Living to give my take on a simple question. What’s going on with the food scene in Ericeira? I’ll start by saying that since coming here as a teenager on my first-ever surf trip with friends many years ago, a lot […]
Step Into Homeschooling: A Life By Design
Wander into the quaint town of Ericeira and step into the wonderful world of homeschooling and parental choice. With its idyllic beaches, endless waves and warm community, this cozy coastal town makes it easy for families to make choices based on health and happiness, and one of those choices is homeschooling. Since arriving in Ericeira, […]
Anna Pixner: speeding to the stars, making it happen
Photo: Reichl Haas Visuals. World Cup, here she comes! We interview Austria’s fastest downhill skater, who lives right here in Ericeira, Portugal. When Anna Pixner started downhill skating, she found her place in the world. Ten years later, as one of the world’s best in the sport, she is aiming for the IDF World Cup. […]
Surf Training Workout: will it make you a better surfer?
Surf training programs are popular among today’s top surfers. A glance at their Instagram accounts and you will see it for yourself. Pro Surfers are enhancing their training routine with surf-specific workouts outside the water. Presumably, the dryland sessions can help the world’s best surfers to perform at their highest level and give them an […]
Birthday Coming Up? No-fuss Child-friendly Ideas
Got a birthday coming up? Check our no-fuss, child-friendly celebration ideas that won’t break the bank. Skatepark birthday action – for little shredders This year, our little shredder decided he wanted to celebrate his fifth birthday doing what he loves the most: skating with his friends in the local skatepark Boardriders. So, all there was […]
The Top Vegan-Friendly Eats in Town
Photo by Beatrice Lindfors, at Balagan Ericeira. If not a matter of uppermost priority, it is at least reassuring to know where you can eat during your stay, right? So, let me share with you our top vegan-friendly eats in town. Be U organic Market and our go-to vegan cafe Besides the two daily main […]