Montevideo Travel Forum

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

What can anyone tell me about Punta del Este? How far is it from Montevideo by car?
Thank you.

I read this is a bus. Can anyone give me information on this? Like how long it takes, how often it leaves, what the border is like and how much it costs?

a link too maybe?

thanks

We are going to be spending some time in Montevideo on vacation this month and we are also looking for someone to show us around the city who has knowledge of relocating to that city, information on real estate, international schools, pleasant neighborhoods and travel opportunities nearby. All suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

Can anyone tell me what the crossing is like. Is it a rough crossing over open water or is it a sheltered bay? I just need to know so I can take my pills accordingly.
Thanks.