Uruguay
Step on over to the grill in this small but proud nation that consumes the world’s most meat per capita. Soak up the sun at the beach by day and then party the night away. Known for being one of the most liberal countries in Latin America, Uruguayans will be happy to sip mate and talk politics or history or soccer all afternoon.
Basic Info
Drinking water: Potable, safe to drink from the tap
Plugs: Type C, F and L (See photo below)
Covid Updates
The website (listed below) still says it is not open for international tourism, however, various articles say they opened on Nov 1st for vaccinated travelers with a negative PCR. There is another PCR on day 7 after arrival.
Money
Official currency: $ Uruguayan peso
Budget: More expensive than its neighbors. Dorm rooms are $10 – $20 USD in low season with budget hotels starting at $40 USD and both going up for high season. The food prices are comparable to Western Europe or the US and beers will run you $3 – $5.
Credit cards: Widely accepted in tourist areas
Tipping: Roughly 10% in touristy areas, but not obligatory
Visas
Visa free for almost all of the Americas, Europe and Aus/New Zealand
**Always check with your government for the most up to date information on visa requirements.**
Vaccinations
None
**Assuming you are current on routine vaccinations. Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on required vaccinations specific to your home country**
Safety
Exercise Normal Precautions
**Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on safety**
Language
Official Languages: Spanish
Hello: Hola Goodbye: Adios
Thank-you: Gracias
Yes: Sí No: No
Beer: Cerveza Bathroom: Baño
When to go
High season falls between December and February when Uruguayans, Argentines and Brazilians flock to the beaches causing prices to soar.
Uruguayan Carnival is the longest in the world usually stars at the end of January lasting 40 days.
Low season is from September – November . Come to watch whales from June – November.
Responsible Travel
Buy local!
Don’t share mate
