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Uruguay is one of the up and coming destinations in South America. The competition for travelers\u2019 attention isn\u2019t easy with bucket list destinations such as Brazil and Argentina so close by.<\/h4>\n

I spent 4 weeks in Uruguay recently and could definitely have stayed longer.<\/p>\n

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Why You Should Go<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The combination of wine, some of the world\u2019s best meat, beautiful beaches, thermas, welcoming locals, the gaucho culture, and virgin nature, makes Uruguay well worth a spot on your list. It has been described as a treasure by CNN travel<\/a> and tourism grew with more than 30% in 2017 alone.<\/p>\n

Uruguay is quite different from other places in South America. It was the first country in the region to allow gay marriages. It\u2019s legal to smoke marijuana – as a local you can get your dose at the pharmacy. Many locals describe themselves as \u2018uruguayos\u2019, rather than latinos, and it\u2019s pretty organized.<\/p>\n

Uruguay is a relatively safe place, and it\u2019s easy to travel within the country since everything is so close.<\/p>\n

Here are 7 different places to visit in Uruguay if you have a few weeks to spare.<\/p>\n

Montevideo<\/h3>\n

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You\u2019ll most likely arrive in Montevideo. Spend a few days here to go neighbourhood-hopping (Palermo, Pocitos, Centro Viejo, Punta Carretas, Carrasco, Malvin are all worth your time). Pass by the city market and eat empanadas at Empanadas Carolina.<\/p>\n

Palermo ended up becoming my favorite area to stay, but there are lots of accommodation options throughout the city<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Take a day or two to visit the bodegas in Canelones. Stagnari and Pizzorno are two great options that will make you feel like staying. Go for a walk along Malecon, drink mate and chat with the locals. End with dinner at a delicious parilla, a glass of Tannat, and some bar-hopping.<\/p>\n

Piriapolis<\/h3>\n

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Photo:\u00a0Fabio Ferrera<\/p>\n

About 2 hours away from the capital, you\u2019ll find the beautiful semester paradise Piriapolis. I was here during the low season, so it was very quiet. In high-season, it\u2019s quite the opposite with lots of parties going on. If you’re planning to visit during this time you better make your reservation in advance<\/a> since everything usually sells out.<\/p>\n

Go beach-hopping, hike up the small mountains. Sugarloaf is the most famous one (and the only one which can be considered a mountain, Uruguay isn\u2019t famous for mountain views). At the top of cerro San Antonio you will get a panoramic view of the city. There are restaurants on the way up with gorgeous views, where you can stop for a little something.<\/p>\n

Punta Del Este<\/h3>\n
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Known as the fancy part of Uruguay, Punta del Este offers a mix of beaches and nightlife. The main attraction is Casa Pueblo, which looks a bit like a mini-Santorini. Make sure to visit when it\u2019s sunny.<\/p>\n

Stay at F&F Hotel<\/a> (I\u2019m not referring to the hostel, there are two), very charming and comfortable. I liked this place so much that I ended up staying a few nights extra. Loved waking up having breakfast by the pool, it’s so relaxing. I can imagine going back to Punta del Este just to stay here again. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Watch the sunset at La Rambla, close by the harbor. During the high season, there are clubs where you can go dancing until sunrise.<\/p>\n

Punta Del Diablo<\/h3>\n

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Wild and beautiful summarizes Punta Del Diablo quite well. Virgin beaches, hiking trails, live music. Find a place on the beach and wake up to the sound of the waves. I loved this place. If you\u2019re into yoga or meditation (I\u2019ll be in the future\u2026), this has to be the perfect destination.<\/p>\n

I went here during the low season and know that it\u2019s crowded and much more happening during the high season. The perfect time to go depends, as so often, on what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n

There are also surfing spots around and some forts. The following are some of the top rated accommodation options:<\/p>\n