Salto Grande Hot Springs – The Ultimate in Relaxation

August 27th, 2008 | Uruguay - Gringo Favorite, Uruguay - Places to Stay | No Comments »

Therapy and relaxation are at your finger tips at the Hotel Horacio Quiroga, 10 km North of Salto, Uruguay. It is within the facilities of the hotel that you will find the Salto Grande hot springs. The water from the springs comes highly recommended for healing illnesses, caring for the skin and promoting relaxation.

The Hotel Horacio Quiroga has a team of doctors who offer specialized treatments using the bicarbonated, chlorided and sodical spring waters. Specialty packages include beauty, anti-stress and weight control. The springs are part of the services provided by the hotel.

In addition the hotel offers pools, massage showers, Finnish baths, saunas, Scottish showers, a relaxation room, a gym and a solarium. The property Read more

Explore Gaucho Country

August 25th, 2008 | Uruguay - Adventure | 1 Comment »

Uruguay is so much more than just Montevideo and Punta del Este. Don’t get me wrong, I love the city and the beach, but there is just something special about the wide-open grandeur of gaucho country. The rolling grasslands that extend from the sandy beaches off into the distance make this unspoiled land one of the most beautiful places on earth.

What better way to explore this diverse landscape than on horse, just like the gauchos. Ride World Wide offers tours on horseback throughout Uruguay and other South American countries. Rides of 8 nights and 9 days take you across sand dunes, over beautiful stretches of coast, through palm groves and alongside inland lakes.

Rides run Read more

Uruguay's Top Destinations

August 21st, 2008 | Uruguay - Family Friendly, Uruguay - Must See or Do, Uruguay - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Currently the three most popular destinations in Uruguay are the capital, Montevideo, the 17th century port of Colonia, and the beaches of Punta del Este.

Montevideo is the largest city in Uruguay, and is an important harbor town. It is alive with business, arts, and culture, with a number of museums and galleries. This historic destination is also considered to be the city with the highest quality of living in Latin America.

Colonia is found in southern Uruguay, right across the Rio de la Plata from Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is a World Heritage Site thanks to its historical quarter.

Punta del Este, as has already been mentioned on the blog, is the trendiest beach down Read more

The Best Time to Visit Uruguay

August 15th, 2008 | Uruguay - Relocation, Uruguay - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Unlike other Latin American countries that have very distinct rainy and dry seasons, Uruguay receives an almost even amount of rainfall throughout the year, with just slightly more in the fall months. The temperature is moderate throughout the year, and the average summer temperatures range from 70°- 82°, while the average winter temperatures are between 50°- 61°.

For those who want to relax on Uruguay’s fantastic beaches along the eastern coast, summer is the best time to visit. Summer is also full of fun activities such as carnival, in which traditional Uruguayan customs are celebrated.

In the wintertime temperatures can get a little chilly, but the countryside is absolutely beautiful. The winter is the time to drive Read more

Possibly the Best Beach in South America

August 13th, 2008 | Uruguay - Family Friendly, Uruguay - Gringo Favorite, Uruguay - Places to Stay | 1 Comment »

Punta del Este has earned itself the nickname, “The Hamptons of South America,” and not without good reason. This important resort town attracts the wealthiest of visitors, and is viewed as an exclusive vacation destination, despite the fact that all the beaches on the peninsula are actually public.

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There are two shores, Brava and Mansa, meaning courageous and mild, and the waves match the names, giving you the opportunity to swim in tranquil waters, or surf the large waves. There is also some excellent fishing in the area.

Resorts abound and two of the finest five star hotels in Punta del Read more

Getting your residency in Uruguay

August 4th, 2008 | Uruguay - Gringo Favorite, Uruguay - Relocation, Uruguay - Travel Tips | 3 Comments »

Getting into Uruguay on a tourist visa is easy, and if you plan on retiring in this beautiful South American country, I recommend getting into the country first, and then applying for your permanent residence. You can actually even purchase real estate as a tourist before becoming a resident of Uruguay.

A comprehensive description of how to go about getting your residency can be found at the United States Uruguayan embassy website. There is a section near the bottom of the page that discusses permanent residency and explains what the government requires of applicants.

Basically you need to prove that you meet the monthly income requirements, equivalent to about US $500/month, show a Read more

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