Punta del Este

On November 3, we left Montevideo and went by bus to Punta del Este. The trip (170 km/2 hours/10 USD pp) is made in a comfortable, modern bus with fast wifi. I remembered the long bus trips in Southeast Asia and India 20 years ago, when I met Rahel and we started traveling the world... Those buses were frequently overcrowded with passengers, huge pieces of luggage, oversized cardboard boxes or even animals. Earplugs were a sad necessity, trying to compensate for the noise caused by crazy karaoke beats. O tempora!

Almost certainly the "Grande Nigeria" cargo ship will be delayed for at least a few days, so we have to be patient and find an alternative and attractive schedule. At least for the beginning, we stay at a small 3-star hotel, with friendly staff, very good coffee and breakfast. The hotel has even a large jacuzzi.

Punta del Este is a modern resort with many high-rise buildings, a beautiful harbor, attractive restaurants and wide beaches covered with fine sand. Although recognized for intense parties, the resort looks quiet since the summer season will start on December 1. Due to the mild climate but also being a quiet and safe location, the town also attracts a lot of expats who spend here their retirement.Læs mere