When monuments are erected to honor a person, place, myth, or legend, they don’t always manifest in the most politically correct manner.

Nicknamed for the luxurious French getaway, Punta Del Este runs along Uruguay’s scenic Atlantic Coast to offer a lavish experience complete with gourmet food, modern resorts and a beach that stretc...

When you think of South America, the big cities probably come to mind first -- Rio, Buenos Aires, and Santiago. Known for their infrastructure and touristic appeal, all real travelers know that som...

Uruguay has a host of lively festivals which offer visitors wonderful insight into this colorful nation. Many events are religious in nature, such as Epiphany and Holy Week, but the country also ob...

Carrasco International Airport Uruguay’s largest airport and the country’s main gateway, Aeropuerto Internacional Carrasco welcomed almost two million passengers in 2011. The recently upgraded term...

Keep valuables in a safe, secure place, and photocopy passports and other important documents Exercise caution when walking around port areas in Montevideo at night If you intend to rent a car in U...

Citizens of the US, European Union countries, Australia, and Canada are not required to apply for a visa if their visit does not exceed 90 days; however, they are expected to provide evidence of a ...

Due to Uruguay’s location on the east coast of the continent and proximity to the Rio de la Plata, the country was strongly contested by warring colonial forces and eventually fell under Spanish ru...

Due to the small size of the country, the weather in Uruguay is fairly uniform, and although seasons are evident, the temperature range is fairly moderate throughout the year. As there is a lack of...

As Uruguay’s tourism market continues to expand, an increasing number of things to do and tours have started to emerge. The destination holds great appeal for a range of visitors, from those lookin...