Montevideo Travel Forum

I am taking a break from 2 weeks in BA the first of November and want to spend a couple of days in Montevideo. Am having trouble finding info. about bars, resturants,cafes, etc. that are gay or gay-friendly....although if they don't open until 2AM I probably won't cross their door! Also is the easiest way to travel there by Buquebus's ferry? Thanks for any suggestions.

We arrive in montevideo about 7pm from colonia(BY BUS) and i want to take my mum to a really nice restaurant for our only dinner that we will experience in uruguay!!!Early NOVEMBER.WE ARE STAYING AT THE HOLIDAY INN THAT NIGHT.wHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO TAKE HER...wE ARE NOT ON A BUDGET JUST WANT THE BEST FOOD AND WINE AND BEST ATMOSPHERE.a PLACE MY MUM WILL LOVE!!!!

I arrive in montevideo with my mum late afternoon and leave the following night on the 7pm ferry back to BA.Where would you recommend a hotel thats not new and modern but a place with a balcony that really feels like you are in uruguay.
Also as we are only there for short time we need to stay somewhere very central to cram everything in.Is it possible to see most things in such a short time or should we organize a half day tour with a guide to get the most out of our stay.
sorry for so many queries...
regards heidi

Hi I have had a look at Buquebus and Colonia express sites and cant clearly work out if I can do following

1. Fast Ferry - Bus BA to Montevideo --- no problem on both sites
2. Bus from Montevideo - early morning to Colonia and then evening fast ferry back to BA. - not sure if I can do this - if you take a particular bus from MV to Colonia are you tied to next ferry.

Clearly I could take any bus from Montevideo by any company and just buy ferry ticket from Colonia to BA.

What Im hoping to do is take advantage of Colonia express returns which may let me do the lot for $165 .. one way tickets seem much more costly.

Not sure if i have explained this well but lets see what people think ?
Thank you in advance
Albert

We are looking for a driver/guide for a 1/2 day tour of Montevideo and the surrounding area. We will be either two people or a group of 6-8. If you can recommend one, please help.
Thanks in advance,
Bob & Patty

Are there any gay beaches in Montevideo or Punta del Este ? If so, where are they ?

Greetings everyone. I'll be in MVD for the entire month of January and was wondering if anyone has any experience purchasing a sim card. About how much should I exoect to pay for a temporary one and which carriers are reliable.

Thanks


Carlos

I want to travel as inexpensively as possible from Buenos Aires to Colonia (overnight) then to Montevideo (two nights) returning to Buenos Aires.

If I use Buquebus how much would that cost or is there a cheaper way?

Hi there, I've already a reservation at the NH Columbia hotel, but frankly am not sure that it's really worth the extra money...

Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced hotel (40-60USD), preferably ensuite rooms, central location (or alternatively near the beaches...!).

Any tips MUCH appreciated.

I wish to Travel from BA to Colonia, Lunes 24/11/08
I wish to return on 27th From Montevideo to BA Late afternoon
Please advise timetable

I was in Montevideo in April 2002
The wind was so strong I could not leave the bus terminal
I hope it is better this time

Hi eveybody!!!!!I'm looking for a travel agent in Montevideo,called
"Viajes COT",is it still around or perhaps under a different name?
Thanks for replying.......Calabro.

Hello everyone! I'm thinking of visiting 2 or 3 beaches in Uruguay this summer: La Paloma, La Pedrera and one more, but I can't find any cheap accommodation. I'm thinking 35 dollars tops for a double room with bathroom.

Can anyone help me? :)

I will be traving from Buenos Aires to Montevideo by ferry. I want to take a taxi. Can I get Uruguay peso on the ferry? Is there an exchange or ATM in the ferry Terminal. I will be arriving about 8 PM.

Thank You

My husband and I will be in Montevideo for about two and a half months from Feb. to April. If anyone knows of a small apartment we could rent, I would appreciate hearing from you. Thanks in advance, buni

Planning visit mid Feb. 2009 16 days. Feedback on Ermitage & Balmoral hotels would be appreciated. Thanks.

Can someone tell me how I can purchase tickets for the direct ferry to Montevideo from Buenos Aires. The Buquebus site will not give me access to online purchase, but does allow me to see schedules. I live in U.S., don't speak Spanish, so telephoning the ferry office was a waste of time; I tried.
Need tickets in October, and want to purchase in advance. Also, is it necessary to purchase in advance. I need the early (08:00) ferry and don't want to go by way of Colonia.
Thanks for any help.

Does anyone know if the fast hydrofoil runs directly from Buenos Aires to Montevideo?

I am thinking of taking a year and living in Montevideo, but visiting first.

1. To live there, what is the rent in a nice area cost ?
2. What are utilities, internet etc cost ?
3. What are the positives & negatives about Montevideo ?

Please advise about anything and everything, thanks so much. Larry

I want to fly over to Montevideo for a day from B.A. in October (14th or 15th. If I had only 9 hours in the city, what 3 sites should I see when I am there? And, are there any good flea markets open during the week?

What is the best time of year to visit Montevideo?

buenas,
just chillin here in montevideo planning out my next week up the costa del oro while listening to the sounds of condombe drift in thru the open window. ive got some great plans, but im open to some ideas from yall that have been here before me. i plan to go all the way to the brazilian border. atlantida,santa lucia del este, cuhilla alta, solis,punta ballena, la barra, jose ignacio and punta del diablo are on my list. id like to know of cool and inexpensive places to eat in these areas, or others, and a few good overnight stoppingt places. special sunset spots, night life, historical or arceological sites of interest. i have 7 days to enjoy trhis beautiful area so help me make the best of it!! gracias,gracias, and chio chio for now, goneto.

Hey all - I'm in the process of planning a trip to Montevideo and I'd just like some extra information on safety there..e.g. how safe is it to walk with a camera in parts of the city...what areas to avoid...what areas not to miss.

Also, what are some areas where it's nice to just walk for a while and enjoy the weather, and are there any possible side trips from Motevideo besides Colonia that are worth checking out? Any information would be helpful - thanks!!

What are the times for the ferry from Buenos Aire to Montevideo and from Montevideo to Bueonos Aire. What is the cost for one Adult.
Thank you!
Michele

Does anyone know if Montevideo Uruguay has flea markets or antique markets and what day there open.

I will be taking the ferry from Buenous Aires 31 January and returning 2 February.

I cannot get the ferry web site to sell me a ticket.

If we want the fast ferry, must we buy tickets ahead of time?

Thank you.

Joe Whitehoue

I am looking for a professional city guide for a day tour of Montevideo, Uruguay.

I'll be taking the buquebus to Colonia from Bs As and
then transferring on the bus to Montevideo. Where in Montevideo
does the bus from Colonia arrive?

Thanks,

Joe

Hi,

I'll be in Rio in October and plan to travel to Iguazu then onto Montevideo and along the coast to BA from there BUT the reviews of the bus journey from Foz de Igauzu to Montevideo are less than compelling.

Can anyone suggest a better way of doing this? After BA we plan to head up to Bolivia and that seems best from Buenes Aires, so would Rio to BA to Igauzu to Montevideo be less hassle.

I'm not fussed bussing/planes, whatever is the best value for less hassle!!

Thanks much, Gav

Is it possible to catch a boat from anywhere other than Buenos Aires. We are in Mar del Plata and were wondering if we could just head up the coast and maybe catch a boat from La Plata or somewhere without having to go back to BA

How easy or hard is it to get a SIM card in Montevideo? Can I get one at the airport when I get there?
Thanks