Category Archives: Issue #20

An Expat Account of… Nightlife in Montevideo

Posted on July 10, 2009 by olauruguay

As the clock strikes midnight, there you are, curled up in a sweet, little ball of sleep. Twenty minutes earlier, you had returned home from a night of hobnobbing it with the locals in Montevideo. You felt proud—maybe even tipsy—for … Continue reading →

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OU’s Quick Guide to Golfing in Uruguay

Posted on July 10, 2009 by olauruguay

Uruguay’s year-round temperate climate, and beautiful natural surroundings makes it a great golfing destination. There are lots of first-class courses and many don’t require you to become a member to play. The courses are seldom crowded, and one-day fees are … Continue reading →

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Traveling for Two in Uruguay

Posted on July 10, 2009 by olauruguay

I am pregnant, and in Uruguay that means I shouldn’t run, lift a bag of potatoes, do sit-ups, swim in a public pool, or ride a bicycle. Why? The answer is “Porque si” which really equals, “because”. Then for nausea, … Continue reading →

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For Culture, Coastal Living, and Copper, Visit the City of Minas

Posted on July 10, 2009 by olauruguay

The City of Minas is the capital of the department of Lavalleja and it lies in the Southeast of Uruguay, 120 kilometers away from Montevideo. Surrounded by the Minas and Carapé Mountain Ranges and by the beautiful Santa Lucía River, … Continue reading →

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