Punta del Este is a very nice beach town in northern Urguay. It is a small area, but is the international vacation hot spot for this area. It has a little bit of what I envision Miami to be like. There are tall hotels and condos that line the beach, upscale shopping, and plenty of fine dining.
We stayed at 1949 Hostel which has a fantastic location! It was a short walk from the bus station and we could see the ocean from our 2nd story room. The staff that worked there were a casual bunch--listening to Bob Marley and in a hurry to do nothing. Oh well.
We got to spend two days hanging out on the beach and found beach umbrellas on the beach to relax under. We found some lovely sea glass (one of my favorite things to find at the beach!!) and soaked up the sun. It was a very enjoyable two days!!
We are now in the capital of Urguay, Montivedeo and we are saying at Pocitos Hostel. It is again, just a short walk to the ocean and the beach. The tempture here is much cooler (70s) and almost cold since we are used to 85 degrees or warmer weather.
I'm fascinated by how much beach time you are getting in. Did you bring books, or do you just like being on the shore? I love that the staff of your hostel just wants to hurry and do nothing. Sounds like a permanent vacation to me--how nice for them. :)
ReplyDeleteIs there much culture where you are traveling--and by that I mean "official" culture--museums and art and such. And how many McDonald's have you seen. Be honest...have you eaten at McDonald's?
I love the beach and dont think I will tire of it. Sometimes I bring a book, sometimes my journal, sometimes nothing. Depends on the day.
ReplyDeleteWe have been to every national history museum, the one in BsAs is not good.
I have to be honest. We frequent McDs regularly, but just to use the bathroom. The bathrooms are always free and generally clean. Its very tricky to find public bathrooms. lol!!
we try to eat as much local cuisne as possible.