The First 48 Hours in Uruguay
The essential guide for when you land: SIM cards, cash, apps, transportation, and what to do first—listed in order of priority, with links and useful phone numbers.
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Getting Around in Uruguay
STM, Uber, bicycles, intercity buses, ferries, and carpooling—everything you need to know to get around Montevideo and travel between cities, with up-to-date prices and links.
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Uruguayan culture and interesting facts
Mate, asado, the "vos" form of address, Carnival, and the laid-back rhythm of the south—everything you need to know about Uruguayan culture to understand (and love) this country.
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Legal & All
Whether you're a tourist, a digital nomad, a temporary resident, or a tax resident—each situation requires specific documents. Here's what you need based on how long you're staying, along with the exact steps and official links.
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Health & Health Insurance Plans
ASSE or a mutual health insurance plan: how to enroll, what each plan covers, and how much it costs—everything you need to know about the Uruguayan healthcare system, explained in plain language.
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Uruguayan Cuisine — What to Eat, Where, and How
From goat to roast meat, from pastries to Tannat—an honest guide to what to eat in Uruguay, where to eat it, and why Uruguayan cuisine will surprise you more than you expect.
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Neighborhoods of Montevideo
Pocitos, Palermo, Ciudad Vieja, Cordón, Carrasco—each neighborhood has its own unique character. This guide tells you what to expect from each one, the actual prices, and who they’re best suited for.
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How to find an apartment or an Airbnb
From Airbnb for the first few days to a long-term lease—where to look, how the guarantee works, and what to expect from the Uruguayan real estate market.
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