'Is It Good To Have A Recommendation' Introductions

rowena105 from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS DOWN SOUTH (Contact Member) -

Is it good to have a recommendation to someone already living in Uruguay as a contact person.

I know when I went to Barbados I had a letter from someone here in Toronto introducing me to a politician in Barbados who could direct me to the right places and people and also took the time to take me around and see the place extensively.

Is this the better way of getting the inside scoop on living there or is it better to just hit the road and talk to people along the way?

Comment #1 Lee from Pocitos (Contact Member) -

I never had a letter from anyone for any place I visited.

Comment #2 Sweetness from MAIN STREAM, UNIVERSE (Contact Member) -

Me neither I have never had an introductory letter when I have travelled but I can certainly see where it would help to get to see more of the place from a resident's point of view.

I mean we all travel as tourists and do the tourist thing but to get involved with the people who live there would certainly give you a better understanding about their way of life and what would be need there in order to survive living there.

Who knows, they may even be able to pave a way for you to get a job if you want one or even an apartment if you decide to move there.

That's a good suggestion. Thank you.

Comment #3 Mary from From Down Under (Contact Member) -

No, I never received a letter of recommendation but I think it's a good idea. I don't really like to go around asking for help. I try to find directions ahead of time. I can see where it can be very helpful to have a trustworthy contact at your destination.

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