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Uruguay Introductions Love the simple pleasure of life and tired of the rat race. Relocating to Urugua

Thu, 17 May 2012 23:31:18 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; Love the simple pleasure of life and tired of the rat race. Relocating to Urugua. Uruguay By DannyL from Toronto 2 comments. "A few hours' mountain climbing turns a rogue and a saint into two roughly equal creatures.[1] Weariness is the shortest path to equality and fraternity--and liberty is finally added by sleep." Microsoft infrastructure Architect with a full breadth of technology experiences in private cloud IaaS, virtualization, messaging Exchange/Lync , and directory services.[2] Love the simple pleasure of life and tired of the rat race.[3] Relocating to Uruguay in ...
---Last comment Thu May 17 18:31:18 2012 by Jerry 3 from Ciudad Vieja:
Rat Race Moving from one rat race to another...[1] good luck with ...

Uruguay Sports Barre Fitness In Montevideo

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:28:40 GMT

Sports: Uruguay; Sports; Barre Fitness In Montevideo. Uruguay By Carolyn Bell from Tampa Bay FL Strolling the Pocitos neighborhood, I came across Ballet For Exercise next to the Disco grocery on J Scoseria.[1] Flavia teaches in Spanish but can help those with English.[2] Barre classes are a hot fitness trends in the states.[3] I could hardly believe I found a teacher certified in the same system, Booty Barre, as I am in the US just blocks from my apartment I highly recommend BE.[4] While here, I have also been taking Kundalini yoga Charla Cooper.[5] Is taught every Tuesday from 7-8.30 in Punta Carretas.[6] See her profile here. ...

Uruguay Real Estate Denunciar Escribana y Abogado

Tue, 15 May 2012 23:12:59 GMT

Real Estate: Uruguay; Real Estate; Denunciar Escribana y Abogado. Uruguay By Charla Cooper from Montevideo 8 comments. I have to file a complaint I believe the technical term is "denunciar" an attorney abogado and escribana here in Montevideo who were unethical when "representing me" during a purchase of real estate.[1] Tomorrow I am going to the Association for Escribanas and Attorneys to get the forms.[2] Does anyone have any experience with this ...
---Last comment Tue May 15 18:12:59 2012 by UruguayResidencyLawyers.com from Punta del Este:
Names Hi Glen, I think you are right.[1] The story is more important than the name.[2] However, there is value in sharing the names of complete frauds.[3] I have had some bad experiences with local service providers, only to learn too late that other expats had similar experiences with the SAME people.[4] Its one thing to hear how unethical lawyers and escribanos work together in Uruguay, but will that stop me from hiring the exact same lawyer and ...

Uruguay Introductions Expat family and wool

Tue, 15 May 2012 21:58:39 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; Expat family and wool . Uruguay By mistra 1 from UY 3 comments. hi, we are expats family - parents, children, cats and dog : Good music, fishing, whiskey and books ..all about us : We live in uruguay and think this it our way.[1] We love natural wool fiber, sell it and make some perfect things from it.[2] spinning, knitting, felting, etc here we hope to connect with other people with same ...
---Last comment Tue May 15 16:58:39 2012 by Maragata Martha from San Jose de Mayo, Uruguay:
In Canelones Wow You're not that far--we frequently go through Canelones either on our way to friends' in Piriopolis or Punta, or to the airport side of Montevideo.[1] Our farm is just off of Rta 11 just before you get to San Jose.[2] Yes, Uruguayan winters can be a challenge....but in some ways I prefer it to summer.[3] In winter one can always add more layers to stay warm.[4] In the sometime extreme heat of summer, there's no relief unless one has a ...

Uruguay Jobs and Working The case for not hiring Uruguayans

Tue, 15 May 2012 17:47:28 GMT

Jobs and Working: Uruguay; Jobs and Working; The case for not hiring Uruguayans. Uruguay By Brian Lanning from Chicago 13 comments. I thought I'd post my experience with hiring a farmhand so that no one makes the mistakes I made.[1] The scary thing is that even though I regard what I did as a mistake, it may actually have accidentally saved us from a worse problem.[2] I'll elaborate.[3] I bought a farm just north of Montevideo last august.[4] The previous owners were an older married couple who lived in the back house.[5] In the front house lived a farmhand, a woman around 55 or 60.[6] Our original plan was to buy the farm in august/september last year, then head back to the US for several months while we prepared our move, then come back in january.[7] This meant that we would be gone for all of spring and the first part of summer.[8] The farm has 1200 fruit trees half apples half peaches and 4 greenhouses.[9] And we wanted the farm to ...
---Last comment Tue May 15 12:47:28 2012 by Maragata Martha from San Jose de Mayo, Uruguay:
Farm Experience It's been a while since I've visited this forum...My husband and I bought 565 hectares outside of San Jose de Mayo in 2006.[1] At the time we scratched our heads and wondered why we got such a good deal for it, but not wanting to look a gift horse in the mouth we closed our eyes and signed on the dotted line.[2] Now....when we bought the farm there was a renter, who happened to be the then-governor of San Jose think slick ...

Uruguay Introductions I first came to Uruguay to explore real estate opportunities.

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:35:21 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; I first came to Uruguay to explore real estate opportunities.. Uruguay By David 16 from Uruguay I first came to Uruguay to explore real estate opportunities.[1] While here I fell in love with the place.[2] I simplified my life and moved to Uruguay, from the USA, in 2006.[3] In the last few years I have been focusing on writing about Uruguay travel, living, and ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Winner What s New For Spring Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by

Tue, 15 May 2012 06:41:42 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Winner What's New For Spring Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by . Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS 2 comments. Thanks to everyone who entered our blog contest Our winning comment is from...[1] Here's a look at what's new for Spring from the Manos Co...[2] Lace knitters rejoice We've added 11 new colors to our palette...[3] L-R 2040 Puck, 2109 Banshee, 2121 Dryad, 2183 Gloriana, 2207 Oberon, 2387...[4] Next up, we've got eight gorgeous new colors in Serena This lightweight...[5] L-R: 2680 Sea Urchin, 2609 Peony, 2590 Natural, 2444 Harbor, 2368 Ivy, 2122...[6] Finally, we're introducing five new Maxima colors...[7] ...
---Last comment Tue May 15 01:41:42 2012 by mistra 1 from UY:
wool yarn in Monte and all of Uruguay most stores of yarn sell acrilic wool.[1] If you want natural wool yarn you have to ask me or Uruguay Feeds ...

Uruguay Life The Purple Land

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:06:06 GMT

Life: Uruguay; Life; The Purple Land. Uruguay By Jerry 3 from Ciudad Vieja 2 comments. I just finished reading "The Purple Land" by WH Hudson, written in 1885 about the perambulations and adventures of a Brit in Uruguay around 1860-70.[1] The plot is nothing great, but the writing is good and describes Uruguay and Uruguayans well.[2] It is interesting that some things haven't changed since then.[3] For instance, he comments that you can't hurry things, if you want something done it will get done in time, if you rush then it won't get done at all.[4] Sound familiar Anyway, if you come across this book at a used book store, give it a ...
---Last comment Mon May 14 19:06:06 2012 by Bik from Montreal:
W H Hudson I have read "the Purple Land" and one wonders if W H didn't stand for "woman hustler".[1] The reason he was on the lam in Uruguay is because he had eloped with the underage daughter of a rich or influential Argentinian.[2] Apart from that, it really was a good read and his character depictions were great - I'm thinking of the Scotsman he encountered in the back of beyond. ...

Uruguay Introductions I am snooping around at the possibility of moving my family out of the US and ba

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:21:12 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; I am snooping around at the possibility of moving my family out of the US and ba. Uruguay By Nelson Hill from Los Angeles, USA 1 comments. I am snooping around at the possibility of moving my family out of the US and back to South America.[1] My mother is a English ballet teacher with the RAD, and close to retirement age.[2] I was born in Belgium, but was raised in brazil until the age of twelve then relocated to England, France, and Sweden before moving to California pursuing my martial arts career, and also character design business.[3] Bumped into my childhood sweetheart in Los Angeles who is a World Champion Ballroom dancer from Denmark, just had an American daughter...and we want out A simpler life where people are happy to lear quality arts without an attachment to being famous... ...
---Last comment Mon May 14 14:21:12 2012 by UruguayResidencyLawyers.com from Punta del Este:
Uruguay is an excellent choice Hi Nelson, Good luck with your search.[1] Uruguay is an excellent choice depending on what you're looking for.[2] I lived my entire life in Los Angeles and do not miss it one bit In general, there is a strong need for qualified experts to come to Uruguay and teach their craft.[3] A ballet, martial arts, and/or dance studio on par with US or European standards is very hard to find in MVD and nonexistent where I live in ...

Uruguay Real Estate Painter needed

Sun, 13 May 2012 21:45:01 GMT

Real Estate: Uruguay; Real Estate; Painter needed. Uruguay By Charla Cooper from Montevideo I am looking for a painter to paint my apartment.[1] Obviously price and quality are important.[2] Any recommendations ...

Uruguay Jobs and Working Current employment market

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:46:42 GMT

Jobs and Working: Uruguay; Jobs and Working; Current employment market. Uruguay By NCP from Across the water 2 comments. Hi everyone I have recently signed up as a member but have been 'using' the site for the past year or so.[1] I realise I should have sooner I have been following the situation regarding employment and the economy closely particularly in light of the recent report from the government about their desire to encourage experienced professionals and expat Uruguayans to come/return to Uruguay.[2] My question is whether this is actually being reflected in the employment market And particularly in the banking/investment sector - quite specific, I apologise.[3] I should point out that I'm based in Buenos Aires, have visited and holiday in Uruguay on many occasions and have an intermediate/upper intermediate level in spanish the reason for this information is to indicate that I know something of the ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 13:46:42 2012 by NCP from Across the water:
believing newspaper reports Thanks for the response Patrick ...[1] I guess I have been believing the reports too much.[2] Unfortunately, I am quite aware of the situation here in Argentina which certainly does not instill confidence - though there have always been problems, the general climate change in the past 6 to 9 months has been particularly striking.[3] I was of the opinion that based on the experiences of 2001/2, that Uruguay had started to ...

Uruguay Expat Privacy in Uruguay

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:04:29 GMT

Expat: Uruguay; Expat; Privacy in Uruguay. Uruguay By Glen from TotalUruguay.com 8 comments. This post is meant to offer a few general observations and commentary on privacy and privacy issues in Uruguay.[1] It's not meant as a legal analysis or guide.[2] It is also meant to spark others to share their views, whether complementary or contradictory.[3] First, I find that compared to some other Latin or Asian countries, Uruguay offers expats the opportunity for some added privacy, ie: anonymity.[4] Unlike some countries, many expats don't stand out.[5] Especially in Montevideo with the "high rise" ie: 10 story apartment buildings being so common, an expat can rent or buy and come and go without the world knowing they are an "expat".[6] Keep your mouth shut: blend in.[7] You can simply have a low-key lifestyle and move about freely without being tagged an expat.[8] In other parts of the country, where ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 13:04:29 2012 by Patrick from Rural east Colonia departmento:
Agreed Its the Uruguayan people themselves and the degree of their control over the actions of our politicians which offer us the best hope for our continued liberty.[1] Long may it ...

Uruguay Technology Import Taxes

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:41:41 GMT

Technology: Uruguay; Technology; Import Taxes. Uruguay By Lee from Pocitos 2 comments. Everything I've received in Uruguay via the post office that has had import taxes assessed which is basically everything over US$50 ...[1] be it vitamins, compiter stuff, wood blogs, tubes and sprayers...[2] has been generally 60% which includes IVA ...[3] their simplified plan is a flat 60% when you go through a customs broker they go to a lot of effort to figure out the tax rate and for me its always ended up totaling 60% And that tax rate is applied to the product cost the shipping cost.[4] I think for the big importers the freight costs are not significant...[5] when you break cost of a container full of computers the freight for each one is quite low...[6] compared to shipping them by ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 12:41:41 2012 by Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay:
Buy here Taxes can be expensive.[1] You are better off buying here ...

Uruguay Immigration Nurse Practitioner

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:38:17 GMT

Immigration: Uruguay; Immigration; Nurse Practitioner. Uruguay By Tanya from Atlanta 2 comments. I am a nurse practitioner - have dual citizenship - and was wondering the same.[1] I have family I can ask, if I find anything out will let you know.[2] In any event, it will not be lucrative, but will be enough to pay the ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 12:38:17 2012 by Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay:
Good idea This is a good idea, I think.[1] There are both private and public hospitals and health care services to choose from ...

Uruguay Introductions Looking to buy hair

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:33:33 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; Looking to buy hair. Uruguay By Mimi 2 from New York 2 comments. I9m a business owner of a wig and hair company located in NY.[1] I am looking to travel out to Uruguay and Paraguay for the purchase of hair.[2] Hair prices in this business have been rising drastically and most of the darker hair on the market are cut and bought in rural areas in Paraguay and Uruguay.[3] I would like to find hair companies or hair centers or the specific location where the purchase of hair is and would travel down there to buy it.[4] Please help me out with this.[5] The kind of hair my company uses is only virgin non processed hair.[6] Thanks so ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 12:33:33 2012 by Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay:
Research ... This is a good idea.[1] I'll try to do some ...

Uruguay News Headlines Sunday English Speaking Expat Meeting in Asuncion

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:32:31 GMT

News Headlines: Uruguay; News Headlines; Sunday English Speaking Expat Meeting in Asuncion . Uruguay By Staff Reports from Latin America 1 comments. In 2005, I started a weekly meeting for English speaking expats in Montevideo and now six and a half years later, it is still going strong, even though I've lived in Asuncion for the past year and some months.[1] The key to the success of that meeting was that I made a simple, yet effective plan for it: Every week, same time, same place.[2] A few come every week, but most people check in now and then.[3] Each week also brings new participants as they arrive in the country.[4] The constant flow of different people and their travel and other life experiences keeps each meeting new and interesting.[5] Starting on Sunday, May 13, 2012 and every Sunday there after I'll be organizing the meeting in Asuncion as well.[6] I'll be starting at El Mangiare, in Manzana T Villa Morra, Asuncion .[7] The plan is to be ...
---Last comment Sun May 13 12:32:31 2012 by Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay:
Good times Glen, we always have a good time at the meetings.[1] See everyone ...

Uruguay Expat Civil Rights

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:11:29 GMT

Expat: Uruguay; Expat; Civil Rights. Uruguay By George L from USA 9 comments. Civil rights seem to be disappearing week by week in the USA.[1] With the executive branch now claiming the right to indefinitely detain US Citizens without a trial or even charging with a crime, or to unilaterally assassinate citizens, and the ability during an "emergency" they decide when that is to seize all natural resources, means of production, and workers, one starts looking around for other options.[2] What is the state of property and civil rights in Uruguay Is the motto, "Libertad o Muerte" alive and well ...
---Last comment Sat May 12 19:11:29 2012 by Dafydd from South Florida, North America:
USA the myth of freedom Most thinking people know there is a difference between reality and what is written on paper and spun in the media.[1] The truth is that in usa rights are granted based on what group of voters you fall into.[2] Lilija Valis a poet originally from Lithuania wrote: "POLITICS" "Politics is not politics.[3] It's what you think of me and how I see you; it's family and the stranger; it's who will do the work and who will get the ...

Uruguay Medical Giving Birth in Uruguay

Sat, 12 May 2012 23:09:50 GMT

Medical: Uruguay; Medical; Giving Birth in Uruguay. Uruguay By Mandy from Somewhere between US and UY 6 comments. My partner and I are considering moving to Uruguay and hope to have a baby in the next two years.[1] We're curious about the healthcare system and attitudes towards childbirth especially relating to midwives, birthing centers and a more holistic approach to the subject.[2] Any insights or resources are very much ...
---Last comment Sat May 12 18:09:50 2012 by Brittany from Atlantida area:
Home birth, birthing center C-section rate As the others have said: home birth is possible.[1] I gave birth at home and it was great.[2] I had no problem whatsoever at the civil registry in Atlantida to declare the birth.[3] There is only one group of midwives who attend home birth to my knowledge.[4] It is called "Nacer Mejor" but there are 6 different midwives and you can choose which two midwives attend the birth.[5] They also accept other kinds of ...

Uruguay Business Advertising, Promotion, etc on Total Uruguay

Sat, 12 May 2012 19:35:00 GMT

Business: Uruguay; Business; Advertising, Promotion, etc on Total Uruguay. Uruguay By Glen from TotalUruguay.com I received an email from someone today and it said they were told I would promote your Uruguay activity on Total Uruguay.[1] So that it is clearly understood, Total Uruguay welcomes self promotion on the site by those who wish to participate.[2] Of course, the promotion needs to be in good taste.[3] There are two keys to "self promotion" on Total Uruguay: - Self promotion.[4] That means YOU promote your activity, business, etc, If someone needs help getting started then I will help.[5] But, it is so easy to do, that I'm not in the position to be someone's "free" secretary.[6] - Those who wish to participate.[7] This is another key point.[8] In the past, here, and other sites I operate, people have engaged in two promotional activities, "post and run, " and "drop a link and run".[9] In the end neither serves the ...

Uruguay Politics Embeded YouTube: UTE Electric Company is prepared for winter

Sat, 12 May 2012 16:20:01 GMT

Politics: Uruguay; Politics; Embeded YouTube: UTE Electric Company is prepared for winter. Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay UTE President Gonzalo Casaravilla said rates will not rise, they are taking the necessary measures.[1] "This is a reality that we have every year, this is a time when we are with the thermal, watching closely the climatic aspect, the Uruguay River is running low on water and that will generate some supply problems we are looking the best way to solve them.[2] " Casaravilla said that "there is a cost problem, we have even made and 8203; and 8203;use of the stabilization fund and still have as much to use before worrying about a topic of rates, " concluded the ...

Uruguay Politics Embeded YouTube: Winter Plan will begin on May 15 - President of Uruguay

Sat, 12 May 2012 16:18:19 GMT

Politics: Uruguay; Politics; Embeded YouTube: Winter Plan will begin on May 15 - President of Uruguay. Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay Help for homeless in the winter...[1] During the Winter Plan quotas are increased, which this year will amount to 1550, about 200 more than in 2011.[2] It also increased the number of places in night shelters and day, increasing slightly to 24 hours.[3] The minister said that "although the quota increase is small, the increase in shelter and the associated cost is higher because the stop means that more local, " and explained that the budget for the Program for Persons in Care MIDES situation street from 85 million pesos in 2011 to 180 million in 2012, increased the extension time of street teams, advanced departure time and strengthened the technical ...

Uruguay Immigration I am a U.S. attorney living and working in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:47:36 GMT

Immigration: Uruguay; Immigration; I am a U.S. attorney living and working in Punta del Este, Uruguay. Uruguay By UruguayResidencyLawyers.com from Punta del Este I am a U.S.[1] attorney living and working in Punta del Este, Uruguay.[2] I assist individuals and families in their efforts to immigrate to Uruguay and obtain Uruguayan residency.[3] I love playing tennis, learning new languages, and ...

Uruguay Rural Living Tractor implement stores

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:16:17 GMT

Rural Living: Uruguay; Rural Living; Tractor implement stores. Uruguay By Brian Lanning from Chicago 3 comments. I'm currently looking for places to buy farm implements, the kinds of gadgets you hang off the back of a tractor.[1] I found Equus in cordon, montevideo, but their only seemed to have half the machines.[2] Has anyone see other stores maybe with an hour of montevideo that have these sorts of things Thanks. ...
---Last comment Fri May 11 11:16:17 2012 by Brian Lanning from Chicago:
I've had it I had a post about nuts and finding stores.[1] But I give up.[2] This site hates me.[3] I'm going to go elsewhere ...

Uruguay Real Estate Government to take private property in Uruguay

Fri, 11 May 2012 14:34:44 GMT

Real Estate: Uruguay; Real Estate; Government to take private property in Uruguay . Uruguay By Glen from TotalUruguay.com 1 comments. An idea is floating about to resolve a "housing shortage" by taking abandoned properties and using them to resolve the issue...[1] You can read the full article in Spanish in the El Pais newspaper, link below.[2] Though it seems most are rejecting this concept, those who are coming from a culture with a strong concept to the right of private property may need to add this to their list of concerns.[3] Apparently, a property that is abandoned or in debt, can be easily expropriated.[4] So, one may need to keep a keen eye on the government as well as squatters. ...
---Last comment Fri May 11 09:34:44 2012 by Patrick from Rural east Colonia departmento:
Masterly inactivity When Tio Pepe was campaigning for the presidency back in 2009 he promised to expropriate abandoned agricultural land along with unused government land and make it available to some of the poor landless rural folk.[1] However, just like a lot of the promises made, nothing has actually been done about it.[2] Squatting was much more common here before the last gov tightened up the anti-squatting laws yet I've seen no signs of the law ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs I Love You Mom Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by the Manos Co-op

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:11:03 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; I Love You Mom Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by the Manos Co-op . Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS The second Sunday in May is designated as "Mother's Day" here in the United...[1] Manos del Uruguay is hosting a contest on their Facebook page note...[2] Maybe your Mom would like something special created by your hands using Manos...[3] The Flower Scarf designed by Robin Diliberto ,knit by gaylynsdesigns using...[4] The Garden View Shawlette designed by Tracey Withanee ...[5] A kindle pocket , designed by Tahira Probst and knit by wewantmore using Manos...[6] A Scallop Lace Hat designed by Leah Coccari-Swift and knit by crscntmoon in...[7] ...

Uruguay Entertainment Embeded YouTube: Yo me Voy a Uruguay

Wed, 09 May 2012 12:38:09 GMT

Entertainment: Uruguay; Entertainment; Embeded YouTube: Yo me Voy a Uruguay . Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay This is a piece called "Uruguay" composed by Aleksey Igudesman.[1] Now yes, Igudesman is very well aware that the "traditional" music in Uruguay is different.[2] You have Tangos and Milongas, much like in Argentina.[3] He has been there several times, loved the people and loved the music.[4] The point is, he writes in his own style, which in this case happens to be Jewish-Russian-Latin American-weird ...

Uruguay Experiences Homelessness in Montevideo

Wed, 09 May 2012 01:40:45 GMT

Experiences: Uruguay; Experiences; Homelessness in Montevideo . Uruguay By George L from USA 3 comments. Hi Everyone, my wife came across a blog recently sorry I can't post URL's yet called "Confessions of an Ex-expat: The dream vs.[1] reality " in which the poster made what I considered to be a hard-to-believe claim.[2] She said, "The limit of our tolerance for filth was reached when a homeless man set up camp near our house.[3] This is very common, even in good residential neighbourhoods, as a recent boom in new construction is forcing the poor to move out of low-income rental accommodation.[4] Lacking free public washrooms in the parks of Montevideo, street people simply use the sidewalk as their toilet.[5] Suffice it to say that being responsible for cleaning up the human's mess was more than I could handle." For you Montevideo dwellers, would you either confirm or deny at least in your own ...
---Last comment Tue May 8 20:40:45 2012 by Shirley from Montevideo, Uruguay:
Human Waste I'd have to say that the quote in the original post is consistent with my experience, particularly in Ciudad Vieja, Centro, Barrio Sur, and Palermo.[1] And apparently the blogger quoted in the original post lived in Parque Rod . It's common to see people sleeping on the streets in building alcoves or entryways, or sometimes just lying askew on the sidewalk.[2] A few spots have an unmistakable odor of human excrement when you walk past. ...

Uruguay Medical Health insurance coverage

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:57:09 GMT

Medical: Uruguay; Medical; Health insurance coverage. Uruguay By valjean from EE.UU. 18 comments. What are the Uruguayan options for health insurance coverage I've read that Uruguayan health insurance companies are having financial problems.[1] Can any of you give me the name of a good company in Uruguay that provides health insurance coverage What has been your experience with this company I'm in good health generally -- with some of the aches and pains of aging like a typical "man's problem" and a back surgery a few years ago.[2] I am 65 years old.[3] Can I still get health insurance in Uruguay What are expats typically paying for Uruguayan health care insurance Muchas gracias y hasta pronto ...
---Last comment Tue May 8 19:57:09 2012 by Patsy from Vancouver:
Reasons "I really don't completely understand old people emigrating because of economic reasons.[1] I guess there are some other reasons that I cannot see." Sometimes it's economics, political or something as benign was wanted to live in a warmer climate.[2] I do know Internat'l Living and the ilk mislead people when they push the health insurance issue in their literature among other myths.[3] I am one of those who wants to move to a warmer climate ...

Uruguay Entertainment Embeded YouTube: Sing and Dance

Tue, 08 May 2012 17:48:41 GMT

Entertainment: Uruguay; Entertainment; Embeded YouTube: Sing and Dance. Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay Recital en Montevideo-Uruguay Teatro Metro.[1] Mayo de 2011..[2] . ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Mexican Food In Uruguay

Tue, 08 May 2012 17:37:30 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Mexican Food In Uruguay. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS We decided to celebrate a couple things last week with a trip to experience...[1] As luck would have it, our apartment is within walking distance of not just...[2] The restaurant is a 15 min walk from our apartment through nice neighborhoods...[3] For those from the South, there was no "queso", but they did serve tortilla...[4] The food was delicious all around, and even had a hint of spice to it No room...[5] ...

Uruguay History Embeded YouTube: uruguay project... learn about Uruguay

Tue, 08 May 2012 15:30:00 GMT

History: Uruguay; History; Embeded YouTube: uruguay project... learn about Uruguay. Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay 1 comments. A nice video with a good over view and history of Uruguay.[1] Not tourism hype.[2] Not expat hype.[3] It is also good to practice your Spanish.[4] The audio is in Spanish, spoken slowly and ...
---Last comment Tue May 8 10:30:00 2012 by Andy from New Zealand:
Nice Video That is a really nice video and it is good to see an overview without all the usual ...

Uruguay Introductions I am interested in visiting Uruguay

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:14:00 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; I am interested in visiting Uruguay. Uruguay By Suzanne from Canada 1 comments. Hi, I am interested in visiting Uruguay as I9ve heard so many wonderful things about it.[1] This blog site seems to be the most comprehensive one I have visited so ...
---Last comment Tue May 8 09:14:00 2012 by Glen from TotalUruguay.com:
Comprehensive The key, I believe, is that this site is not promoting a particular viewpoint, nor the viewpoint of a single person.[1] It is a collage of the opinions of all the participants.[2] It helps one get a wider view, as everyone sees their experiences differently.[3] Share some of your reasons for wanting to visit Uruguay and why you chose Uruguay over some other ...

Uruguay Immigration Introductions

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:26:07 GMT

Immigration: Uruguay; Immigration; Introductions. Uruguay By George L from USA 2 comments. Hi Everyone, I have been reading the forums for a while and have started reading the Expat e-book.[1] I'm thinking about moving to Uruguay, as what I've been learning all looks good so far.[2] Thanks to your articles I'm also very aware Uruguay isn't perfect and not for everybody, and I'm thinking of visiting soon to see if it's a good fit for my wife and I.[3] As we move forward in our planning, I'm sure we will have more questions I hope I can post here and see what you all think.[4] One thing we were wondering was about apartments and how they are painted.[5] In the U.S., they used lead-based paint for a long time.[6] Has that been/is that currently a practice in Uruguay Thanks in advance, George ...
---Last comment Mon May 7 18:26:07 2012 by George L from USA:
Thank you Thanks, Patrick.[1] I suspected that was limited to decades ago but it helps to hear from someone who knows. ...

Uruguay News Headlines CouchSurfing in Montevideo, Uruguay

Mon, 07 May 2012 19:03:17 GMT

News Headlines: Uruguay; News Headlines; CouchSurfing in Montevideo, Uruguay . Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay 4 comments. Presented by Sonia Duarte There s a new organization competing for readers on the Internet and travelers abroad, Travelingmeg.com reports.[1] The article focuses on services in Montevideo, Uruguay.[2] What is it CouchSurfing.org is a website/movement to help travelers find places where they can stay for free.[3] There s more to it than that, however.[4] CouchSurfing claims it offers an incredibly valuable experience that all world travelers long for: the chance to get to know a local. The article quotes a participant: My host Diana was absolutely amazing.[5] She met me at the Montevideo bus station, thus avoiding one of the biggest downers of arriving a new city, the ol where-the-hell-am-I while I juggle my priceless travel documents. It should be noted that such a facility is probably ...
---Last comment Mon May 7 14:03:17 2012 by Jesse from Laguna Beach :
Looks like fun Thanks for sharing this, I signed up, looks interesting - who knows where it might lead ...

Uruguay Expat Sunday If You re an Expat See You at Fellini s

Mon, 07 May 2012 18:49:20 GMT

Expat: Uruguay; Expat; Sunday If You re an Expat See You at Fellini s . Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay 4 comments. There is only one traditional Sunday Expat meeting the one and only Total Uruguay Sunday Expat meeting.[1] There is no other meeting with such a history and such a tradition, now hosted by the gracious Sonia. Sometimes with Nico and her newborn. It s been have been taking place for about 6-1/2 years and is currently being held at the great restaurant, Fellini's.[2] Be there or be square: They start between 12:00 and 12:30, and go on as long as you like.[3] The menu is broad, the drinks are temptingly priced, the atmosphere is cozy especially during the winds of winter .[4] So just to make clear There has been no change in the meeting location, or format.[5] The Sunday Expat meetings are based on the simple objective of always being at the same place, same time and a great mix of ...
---Last comment Mon May 7 13:49:20 2012 by Arlean from Buenos Aires:
Total Uruguay I couldn't agree more.[1] I've thanked Glen privately but might as well add here.[2] I think I started attending about four years ago.[3] I'm across the river from you guys right now but as someone stated, someone has always been there for all these years.[4] It's a great group, a really great place for newcomers because people are always in attendance who have a LOT of experience in Uruguay--or even South America in general so it's a great ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Asado with the Chiale Family

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:40:45 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Asado with the Chiale Family. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS We had the pleasure of joining the Chiale family for an Asado last weekend...[1] This family has been every kind of nice to us.[2] The three sons...[3] Matt posted previously about an asado he had in Buenos Aires ...[4] From left to right: Juanma, Asa, Randi, Matt, Carlos, and Maxi...[5] The asado meat and the chorizo were both really tasty...[6] After we were done eating we made our way to a local futbol field where Maxi...[7] Thanks again to the Chiale family for making us feel so welcome ...[8] ...

Uruguay Introductions I am an English teacher in Uruguay.

Sat, 05 May 2012 20:44:43 GMT

Introductions: Uruguay; Introductions; I am an English teacher in Uruguay.. Uruguay By Agustina from Maldonado I am an English teacher in Uruguay.[1] I am really interested in the language as well as philosophy and antropology which I am currently studying at university.[2] I am also keen on homeschooling and new teaching views and methods.I like music, play de guitar and draw mainly the human body and nature.[3] I also like reading novels and ...

Uruguay News Headlines Expropriation of Businesses or Properties

Sat, 05 May 2012 18:06:52 GMT

News Headlines: Uruguay; News Headlines; Expropriation of Businesses or Properties. Uruguay By Steve 6 from Roatan, Bay Islands 5 comments. The announcement by Luis Almagro, Uruguayan Foreign Minister, concerns me a bit.[1] He said today: Almagro stressed it is every country's right to expropriate for strategic purposes adding in that sense, the decision to expropriate is commendable. The article is on the Buenos Aires Herald website.[2] I'm a new poster, so I'm not allowed to post the link in my message I see, but someone else can.[3] I'm interested in Uruguay as a part year residence, but this sort of comment is not comforting.[4] I thought Uruguay was immune to the ignorance that is so commonly seen in Latin America when it comes to protecting foreign investment.[5] Any comments from the current residents Regards, ...
---Last comment Sat May 5 13:06:52 2012 by Steve 6 from Roatan, Bay Islands:
Cultural Differences Hi Glen, You're exactly right.[1] Nowhere is perfect and each culture is different.[2] I think my surprise was because of my perception of Uruguay was that the government officials didn't have the same attitude as in Argentina.[3] I'd be curious to know what the response to that statement was in the local papers by others in the government, if anyone knows.[4] Thanks for the comments.[5] Best, ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Tristan Navarja Sunday Market

Sat, 05 May 2012 16:25:39 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Tristan Navarja Sunday Market. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS 3 comments. We have explored the market at Tristan Navarja twice since we've been here...[1] Check out just some of the things we saw:...[2] Share this: Tumblr Twitter Facebook Like this: Like Be the first to like this...[3] ...
---Last comment Sat May 5 11:25:39 2012 by Patsy from Vancouver:
Tristan Navarja Hey, thanks, Glen.[1] It's not far from Tres Cruces.[2] Never made it to that area, but I will be frequenting the Sunday Market there. ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Changes in Uruguayan Immigration Office Residence Criteria

Sat, 05 May 2012 13:20:56 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Changes in Uruguayan Immigration Office Residence Criteria. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS 8 comments. March 2012: Update on Uruguayan residency process...[1] Over the last few months it has become apparent that the Immigration Office is...[2] Before making an application for residency, consider your objectives and...[3] Residence is not required to open or have a bank account...[4] Residence is not required to buy, own, or sell real estate...[5] Residence is not required to spend a lot of time in Uruguay...[6] Residence secures your ability to live full-time in Uruguay...[7] ...
---Last comment Sat May 5 08:20:56 2012 by Glen from TotalUruguay.com:
Buying Property for Residency Someone was recently asking if buying a property would help speed up the residency process.[1] Some years ago, that may have been the case, as there were two residency plans: US$500/income OR US$1, 500/income PLUS US$100, 000 real estate purchase or bank deposit.[2] That second option was eliminated long ago, though possible some of the consulates are still passing out that information.[3] That US$500/income requirement was ...

Uruguay Real Estate 2 bedroom apartment for rent Pocitos

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:00:21 GMT

Real Estate: Uruguay; Real Estate; 2 bedroom apartment for rent Pocitos. Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay 3 comments. pocitos apto80mts cuadrado;2 dormitorios;2 ba os;livin comedor;cocina sofi;terraza al fondo:balcon al frente, con mueble 18.000$ sin muebles 16.000$.con cochera 2000$ mas;; garantia ;deposito;etc.telefono 099658249; 27066013.[1] alquiler minimo por 1 a o.[2] Good size, 2 bedroom apartment for rent in Pocitos.[3] This is just 1-1/2 blocks from Pocitos Beach.[4] It has 2 bedrooms 2 dormitorios , 2 bathrooms 2 ba os , Living/Dining room ie: one large room Livin comedor , Kitchen, terrace in the back of the building terraza al fondo , and a balcony on the front of the building balcon al frente .[5] The apartment is 80 sq meters 861 sq ft The apartment is rented for $18, 000 pesos furnished con mueble , and for $16, 000 pesos unfurnished sin mueble .[6] Garage available for $2, 000 extra.[7] Minimum ...
---Last comment Sat Feb 18 01:34:17 2012 by Peggy from Georgia:
long term rental Sonia, my fiance and I are looking for a long-term rental, preferably in the Pocitos area, starting in April.[1] Any suggestions ...

Uruguay Real Estate Looking Looking Looking

Sat, 05 May 2012 07:14:53 GMT

Real Estate: Uruguay; Real Estate; Looking Looking Looking. Uruguay By David Gans from Chicago Il 2 comments. Hello, Does anyone have serious suggestions on how to visit and find an apartment in a safe family area in Montevideo with three children in tow for about 60 days We leave in six weeks and still have not a clue as how to find an apartment.[1] Any serious suggestions Should we prepare for a long hotel stay while we look on the ground ...
---Last comment Sun Apr 1 13:22:57 2012 by Glen from TotalUruguay.com:
Furnished Rentals Furnished rentals for under 3 months are few and far between.[1] It's not impossible, but will request some significant effort.[2] Though it could be a 3 month rental and staying for 2 months would be cheaper than a hotel.[3] How many bedrooms are you looking for and what type of heating ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Bienvenido a Uruguay

Fri, 04 May 2012 03:46:58 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Bienvenido a Uruguay . Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS Welcome to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay , and the lives of a crazy...[1] We promise not to call ourselves the obnoxious...[2] Oh, and that "Oriental Republic" thing No, Uruguay isn't in the Orient ...[3] But the R.O.U.[4] is Uruguay's official name, because it is the Republic to the...[5] Wrapping up, no, Uruguay is not in Africa .[6] But I can see it from my house....[7] ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Sophisticated Serena Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by the Manos C

Thu, 03 May 2012 18:17:56 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Sophisticated Serena Manos del Uruguay fair trade hand dyed yarns by the Manos C. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS The seasons are changing and maybe your needles are yearning for something new ...[1] Above left : "Circle Top" in the new special crochet issue of Vogue Knitting...[2] Amounts: 3 hanks each in 2144 flamingo and 2621 boysenberry...[3] Above center : The 2012 Summer issue of Knitscene has the lovely "Ginkgo...[4] Above right : The "Seaglass Shell" by Daniela Nii is found in the Summer issue...[5] Manos del Uruguay yarns are also found in the online magazine Twist Collective...[6] Any of these would make a great addition to your wardrobe and we would love to...[7] ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs Iguazu Falls A trip to the edge -

Thu, 03 May 2012 17:41:37 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; Iguazu Falls A trip to the edge -. Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS 3 comments. Excited to start the trip to the falls today, we shoveled down a few more...[1] To start we headed to an overlook next to the main falls to see the full power...[2] At the end of the pathway, the bridge opened up to an amazing view of the main...[3] After this trip, we rode back and had some lunch...[4] Unfortunately, though the park closes at 6 many of the trails, trains and...[5] The path we chose afforded many panoramic views of the larger falls and close...[6] As we disembarked at the bus station, the rain stopped and the clouds opened...[7] ...
---Last comment Thu May 3 12:41:37 2012 by Glen from TotalUruguay.com:
Smartphones "Ciuadad del Este"...[1] or if you live in Montevideo and are looking for a new smartphone...[2] might pay for most if not all of your trip with the difference in ...

Uruguay Montevideo Car for Sale

Thu, 03 May 2012 16:57:25 GMT

Montevideo: Uruguay; Montevideo; Car for Sale. Uruguay By Brian London from Buenos Aires Hey all, I will be in Montevideo tomorrow and have a 2000 Ford Expedition that I would like to sell.[1] The price is $6, 800.[2] Its a fantastic car and has served us flawlessly but we are going back to the States now.[3] Let me know if anyone is interested.[4] Best, ...

Uruguay News Headlines China and Uruguay Build Ties, but Clouds Loom

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:26:41 GMT

News Headlines: Uruguay; News Headlines; China and Uruguay Build Ties, but Clouds Loom . Uruguay By Sonia Duarte from Montevideo, Uruguay 1 comments. Xinhua reports that Uruguay's Vice President Danilo Astori Friday called the relations between China and Latin American countries "very important." "China has a special interest in improving its presence in the Latin American region, " Astori was quoted as saying in an interview with Xinhua during a meeting in Chile by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean ECLAC .[1] Astori highlighted China's key role in the Uruguayan economy with investments in auto industry and infrastructure projects. China-Uruguay trade was US$ 3.4 billion per annum, recently.[2] According to the article, China is the biggest purchaser of Uruguay's wood, soy and cellulose.[3] Uruguay imports trucks, motor vehicles, computers, screens and telephones from China. While all seems profitable between the ...
---Last comment Thu May 3 10:26:41 2012 by Patrick from Rural east Colonia departmento:
Sino-Uru trade relations I rely on the Chinese for my farm income as they buy everything I grow.[1] I've been very impressed with their helpful and friendly attitudes and two years ago when my old Valmet tractor died, Snr Yu my local soya buyer was happy to give me a 20k U$S advance so that I could replace it.[2] All such crops are traded in US dollars of which the Chinese seem to have a limitless supply: so I can't see that an Argentine economic ...

Uruguay Expat Blogs New Digs

Thu, 03 May 2012 15:16:42 GMT

Expat Blogs: Uruguay; Expat Blogs; New Digs . Uruguay By Uruguay Feeds, RSS As many of you know, the plan for our 6 month trip to Montevideo was to stay at...[1] We packed up all our stuff from the Little House...[2] We had to sign a rental agreement, or I should say ,"I" had to sign a rental...[3] So the place...[4] We are now in a two bedroom apartment on the 9th and top ...[5] None of us have ever lived up so high When the leaves finally fall off the...[6] Welcome to the Apartment To the left is the living room and the door on the...[7] This is the kitchen with a big fridge, double sink, and plenty of dishes...[8] ...