Aguas Dulces is one of the smaller beach towns in the department of Rocha in Uruguay, and throughout the summer, draws big crowds like La Paloma & Punta del Diablo do. Aguas Dulces is a rustic little town, with one of its defining characteristics being the thatched houses that line the beach. Throughout the summer, [...]
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Punta del Este Video – Viajando con Diego
September 21st, 2010 
tamaragab I found this great little video today, and thought I would share it with you guys. Punta del Este is the top destination in Uruguay, attracting people from all around the world to its sunny shores. This video is in Spanish, but there isn’t a lot of talking, and really, the pictures say it all. [...]
Uruguay’s National Anthem
September 3rd, 2010 tamaragab Ok, so it may seem that I am swaying slightly off track here, but I just thought I would share Uruguay’s national anthem. Listening to the football team belt it out gives you a true sense of the pride and the heart that the people of this small country have. Uruguay’s national anthem is actually [...]
Los Manzanos Club & Spa – Relax amongst nature in Uruguay
September 3rd, 2010 tamaragab Located only an hour from Montevideo and only 45 minutes from Colonia, you will find Los Manzanos Club & Spa situated on the beautiful Estancia Don Joaquin. Marketed towards the Argentineans, this is a great spot to escape for a weekend break, or to recharge the batteries. Whether you want to relax in the Day [...]
Montevideo Hotel Review – Days Inn Montevideo
September 3rd, 2010 tamaragab The Days Inn Montevideo is located right behind the Tres Cruces Shopping Centre in Montevideo. Although it isn’t right in the city heart, you still have easy access around being so close to the Bus Terminal, which is located at the Shopping Centre. Advantages Days Inn Montevideo is a clean property with good size rooms [...]
La Rábida – An estancia on the River Plate in Uruguay
September 2nd, 2010 tamaragab Situated only 44kms from Montevideo, La Rábida is a great day trip for those of you wanting a different experience while in Uruguay. La Rábida is a really impressive property located in San Jose, right on the Rio de la Plata (River Plate). On arrival at the estancia, you are welcomed by the owners and [...]
Uruguay by Horseback
August 28th, 2010 tamaragab Now this is an interesting way to discover Uruguay. Ride Andes is a tour company that specialize in horse trail rides, and offer a 9 day tour through the picturesque Rocha department. Discover the natural beauty of the Rocha department, from the pristine beaches and sand dunes, to the wetlands, the rice fields, pine forests, [...]
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Tags: animals, beaches, cabo polonio, Estancias, Rocha, Tours 
1 Comment »Watching Whales in La Paloma
August 28th, 2010 tamaragab We have enjoyed quite a bit of whale watching this week in La Paloma. The whales seem to like La Paloma just as much as the rest of us, and have been seen “hanging out” around the beaches of Anaconda, Los Botes, La Balconada and La Pedrera. They are absolutely magical the way they play [...]
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La Pataia – Visit a Dairy in Punta del Este
August 26th, 2010 tamaragab La Pataia is located in the hills surrounding Punta del Este. The drive here alone is beautiful, and when you try their crepes with Dulce de Leche – you will wonder when you can return. Already speaking of food, I am getting a little ahead of myself…..La Pataia is a tourist dairy farm, located a [...]
Colonia del Sacramento – A Day Trip from Buenos Aires
August 19th, 2010 tamaragab If you are planning a trip to Buenos Aires, and looking at ways to fill in your days, you really should make time for a day in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. Colonia del Sacramento is a beautiful little town on the other side of the Rio de la Plata (River Plate) to Buenos Aires. Full [...]
