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Uruguay Expat Meeting... 3+ Years and Going Strong
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Member name: Lee
From: Pocitos
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Joined: Tue Oct 10 13:04:32 2006
Profile updated: Tue Oct 10 13:04:32 2006

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Lee has posted 38 messages and replied to 335 messages.

I've been living in Uruguay since mid 2005. Two different apartments in Montevideo and a couple trips around the country to Punta del Este, Piraopolis and
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  • Mon Jun 29 10:19:57 2009:
    Work_as_a_psychologist Comment
    You might see if you can offer telephone consultations via voip to clients back in the USA.

    Your best bet for living... clients back in the USA.

    Your best bet for living in Uruguay is when you can "work in the USA" at the same time.

    ...

  • Fri Jun 26 10:40:28 2009:
    The_Cost_of_DirecTV_in_Montevideo Comment
    You don't get a language choice. Though most of the movie channels and US based series are in English with... in ARGENTINA for customer service. That seems to make generally poor customer service from DirecTV extremely poor....
  • Thu Jun 25 11:36:26 2009:
    available_acres_in_desirable_area_to_raise_grandkids Comment
    The Airport in Punta del Este is I think one of the least interesting things in all of Uruguay combined!

    Also the... on the route.

    What about the original topic? Had anyone been developing land with ocean views in Punta del Este?...

  • Wed Jun 24 16:51:59 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    I've lived in Montevideo for over 4 years now and rented 4 different apartments... he's the stories of my ups and... for over 4 years now and rented 4 different apartments... he's the stories of my ups and downs... nothing really bad....
  • Wed Jun 24 16:51:10 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    Here is a link to my new article outlining the process of renting (3+ months) an apartment in Montevideo.

    If I missed... article outlining the process of renting (3+ months) an apartment in Montevideo.

    If I missed anything let me know....

  • Fri Jun 19 13:54:03 2009:
    water_supply Comment
    It is common for people to drink the water. In the apartment buildings there is a large tank and the city requires that... for water sin gas, you'll get bottled water. If you ask for water from the tap you'll get that and probably for free....
  • Thu Jun 18 18:42:58 2009:
    139413-calling_the_U_S Comment
    vbuzzer has answered me and said the problem was fixed. (the second time they told me this). It was fixed this time and... number. Any one can all that DC number and reach me here. I pay $25/year for the number and nothing for the calls....
  • Thu Jun 18 10:35:57 2009:
    Buying an Organic Farm Message
    Katherine asked that I post this... so place contact her and not me as I don't be able to offer you more... hectare plot, please contact Katherine at katherinehine [at] yahoo.com . Please be willing to get out from the coast....
  • Wed Jun 17 15:19:27 2009:
    139413-calling_the_U_S Comment
    I have been using vbuzzer for a couple years. See link below.

    I DO NOT use their software on my PC. I use a "SIP... when you can't give them money to make the calls! Their current rate to call to the USA is 1.5 US cents per minute.

    ...

  • Tue Jun 16 08:55:54 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    By answering your questions here... it really helps hundreds of other people who may read the messages. I moved here... new message so we can try to keep each one more or less on topic.

    Hope to see you at one of our Sunday meetings soon....

  • Tue Jun 16 07:11:16 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    No the security deposit is another tough area. The maximum allowed is 5 months rent. For a 1 year lease you will he... online version of the El Pais classifieds. The big day for classifieds is Sunday. They don't go online until Monday....
  • Tue Jun 16 07:05:10 2009:
    Getting_to_and_from_the_airport Comment
    If I go to the airport to pick someone up, I take an MVD cab to the airport have him wait and return. The total cost... Sometime they turn off the meter while waiting.

    The Pocitos Plaza Hotel advertises some buses that cost US$2.50. ...

  • Mon Jun 15 20:54:13 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    I just looked in Buscandocasa.com and the cheapest studio (ambiente) is 6500 pesos (US$280) plus 1780 for the gastos... to get a feel. The properties there are offered via real estate agencies so you might fare better with classifieds.

    ...

  • Mon Jun 15 13:16:27 2009:
    138576-Apartment_rentals Comment
    I think Bus Cando casa is the the Elaine was talking about.

    I have a friend that pays about $1800 pesos a month for... didn't give an idea of your needs or desires for a US$200 a month apartment in terms of amenities and location....

  • Mon Jun 15 08:10:17 2009:
    Hotels_near_the_Airport Comment
    Now, now, did you actually read that website? I find it quite amusing, it should go in the category of what do spammers... distanced approximately 200 km)

    San Remo Resort Hotel ***

    (in Santa Teresita, distanced approximately 200 km)...

  • Sun Jun 14 11:14:07 2009:
    Any_good_Japanese_food_in_Montevideo Comment
    Sumi Delivery seems to be Sushi.

    If you want a wider selection of Japanese foods (including Sushi), I'd recommend... the effect of feeling a little drunk!

    It was a great dinner and hopefully they've gotten those kinks worked out....

  • Sun Jun 14 11:06:37 2009:
    YOGA_IN_ENGLISH Comment
    Can you give the street number and maybe a cross street so its easier for people to just show up?... you give the street number and maybe a cross street so its easier for people to just show up? ...
  • Tue Jun 9 20:14:32 2009:
    One_Laptop_One_Child Comment
    It is also great that they are using Linux... when these kids grow up and become consumers they will hopefully seek out... platforms... blogger, wordpress and others. They should be able to prepare posts off line and upload them they connect....
  • Tue Jun 9 14:56:15 2009:
    Looking_for_English_Language_Books_In_Montevideo Comment
    Not to be too flippant, but I think the best source of reading material in English is on the internet! Most of it is... sense having a CD or DVD shipped when you can purchase and download the same more rapidly and environmentally soundly....
  • Tue Jun 9 07:04:27 2009:
    214314-Apartment_for_Rent Comment
    Did you notice all the messages here are in ENLGISH? There is a reason for that... as well there is a link for the... that... as well there is a link for the forum and directory in Spanish on the left side... and I'll put it here too......
  • Wed Jun 3 08:19:43 2009:
    Montevideo_MW Comment
    Why do you post that these are "discount" hotels and not offer a hint of the prices? And that page loads too slow for... seeing what they have!

    I would like to see more links directly to hotel websites, especially the smaller hotels....

  • Mon Jun 1 05:23:01 2009:
    215247-viaje_Colonia_Salto_Trip_to_Salto Comment
    There is passenger train service in Uruguay... you can go between Montevideo and San Jose among other... is passenger train service in Uruguay... you can go between Montevideo and San Jose among other destinations....
  • Mon Jun 1 05:22:10 2009:
    Self_Service_Laundromat Comment
    All the laundromats I've seen wash, dry and fold your clothes for you. I think most will pick up and deliver... the laundromats I've seen wash, dry and fold your clothes for you. I think most will pick up and deliver too....
  • Sat May 30 08:50:04 2009:
    Zoo Comment
    It's just around the corner from Shopping Montevideo on Rivera... maybe a 10 min... just around the corner from Shopping Montevideo on Rivera... maybe a 10 min walk....
  • Wed May 27 10:10:02 2009:
    99630-Homeschooling Comment
    Your kids need to learn about a vast range of subjects including BOTH creationism AND evolution. Otherwise they will... to believe either one. Maybe your kid will be lucky enough and come up with a third or fourth possible alternative!...
  • Wed May 27 10:07:19 2009:
    Saxafone_Cuartet_Every_Wednesday_In_May Comment
    That would be today... would be today only!...
  • Tue May 26 08:00:02 2009:
    import_duty_tax Comment
    Gifts under US$50 seem to be duty free.

    Other items if you get the simplified plan get taxed at 60% of the invoice... get bothered for any taxes or problems with vitamins. As long as it dosen't look like you are importing stuff to sell....

  • Wed May 13 08:43:34 2009:
    214314-Apartment_for_Rent Comment
    neighborhood? gasto comune? heating? long term? short term (I assume not unfurnished)?

    Unlike classifieds ads in the... limit... so give us all the details and then you won't be bothered by people who are looking for something different....

  • Sun May 10 06:54:14 2009:
    apartments_to_purchase_in_Montevideo Comment
    This forum is in English. If you prefer Spanish then use the Spanish version...... forum is in English. If you prefer Spanish then use the Spanish version... ...
  • Fri May 1 07:48:44 2009:
    Warm Feet; The Heat is on! Message
    I wasn't really thinking about it... but noticed this morning a very slight warmth on the floor... especially in the... really get hot... it is more like an absence of the floor being cold or cool. It provides a very comfortable warmth....
  • Fri Apr 24 14:22:58 2009:
    Recommending an Immigration Consultant or Lawyer Message
    Someone emailed recently and asked if I could recommend someone to help with the residency process. I am hesitant to... mailing documents to the Uruguayan consulates in the USA for legalization. You do not need to make a trip for that....
  • Fri Apr 24 14:17:04 2009:
    Where to pay a parking ticket in Montevideo? Message
    Someone emailed me and said they got a parking ticket in Montevideo and to pay it at:

    San Jose 1390

    They were... building?

    Any other hints or tricks when paying a parking ticket? I am so glad to have lived here without a car!...

  • Fri Apr 24 10:00:38 2009:
    Hospital_Britanico_Health_Care_Scheme Comment
    So what is the point if you get kicked out at... what is the point if you get kicked out at 65?...
  • Fri Apr 24 09:59:35 2009:
    Dress_code_for_Restaurants Comment
    I have never had anyone complain about my clothes... well... maybe women thing I am a slob... but no restaurant has... thing I am a slob... but no restaurant has ever said a thing.

    My suit hasn't been out of my closet for over 4 years....

  • Fri Apr 17 10:23:59 2009:
    What_kind_of_food Comment
    Don't forget the ham and cheese!... forget the ham and cheese! ahahaha...
  • Fri Apr 17 06:50:33 2009:
    No_British_Health_Scheme_for_You Comment
    Best to email the hospital directly.

    Also once your here you might check out the other hospitals... to email the hospital directly.

    Also once your here you might check out the other hospitals too....

  • Fri Apr 17 06:48:56 2009:
    Apartment_in_Piriapolis Comment
    Here is a link to our blog list of Uruguay blogs... it should update a couple times a day with the blogs with newest... link to our blog list of Uruguay blogs... it should update a couple times a day with the blogs with newest posts first....
  • Thu Apr 16 17:32:24 2009:
    No_British_Health_Scheme_for_You Comment
    I wasn't suggesting you retire or move to Uruguay before your ready... only that you might sign up for health care here... if that needs to be done before your 60... and the cost of paying it until you are ready to move here isn't excessive....
  • Thu Apr 16 15:17:07 2009:
    No_British_Health_Scheme_for_You Comment
    I don't think workers have their membership at the British Hospital paid for by the govt. I think it is a hair over... reason to be employed?

    Anyone know about max age issues at Medica Uruguaya or Hospital Espanola or the others?...

  • Thu Apr 16 09:33:05 2009:
    No_British_Health_Scheme_for_You Comment
    Are you including the http:// in the web link box? Let me try it.. You CANNOT put links in messages as they keeps out... a resident, or even in the country most of the time. You can also arrange to have them card a credit card every month....
  • Wed Apr 15 06:05:55 2009:
    No_British_Health_Scheme_for_You Comment
    I don't think I never said US$60/mo in my posts. If you are reading stuff from a certain place that very aggressively... 2-1/2 years of paying the British Hospital I've had 2 eye appointments and just want something in case of an emergency....
  • Mon Apr 13 04:22:15 2009:
    Coming_and_going_to_Europe Comment
    I've never found Pluna to be consistent about their routes and their web pages makes it impossible to figure anything... $1000 mark again.

    Since you live in Colonia... its a no brainer to hop over the BA for your flight to Barcelona!

    ...

  • Thu Apr 9 06:56:44 2009:
    246778-What_to_do Comment
    Next to the login there is a "resend password" box. Put your email in there and make sure to check your spam... to the login there is a "resend password" box. Put your email in there and make sure to check your spam folder......
  • Fri Apr 3 05:59:32 2009:
    Flood_Plains Comment
    A good reason you want to spend a lot of time in an area before buying. I haven't seen issues of flooding in... in an area before buying. I haven't seen issues of flooding in Montevideo... but there are lots of neighborhoods... ...
  • Thu Apr 2 06:18:09 2009:
    99643-Weather Comment
    There are various kinds of heat you find. In the apartment buildings:

    Central Losa (this is a central boiler that... than hyping them for the reasons each individual place should be hyped. They need to get out of the walmart mentality....

  • Wed Apr 1 17:50:35 2009:
    Who is Flimay and why... Message
    Who is the Flimay company and if they have permission from the Unidad Reguladora de Servicios de Comunicaciones to... de División Contable y al

    Departamento de Televisión para Abonados de División Técnica. Cumplido,

    archívese....

  • Tue Mar 31 08:06:51 2009:
    99643-Weather Comment
    "Montevideo has one of the lowest cost of living in the world."

    What do you base that on? It is something that seems... temp all winter.

    I don't find the outside temps to be an issue... its the indoor temps that can be difficult.

    ...

  • Mon Mar 30 05:29:25 2009:
    Increased_Technology_Boosts_Production Comment
    There are lots of fruits and vegetables... the organic selection seems fairly small though. Here's a link to a blog... selection seems fairly small though. Here's a link to a blog post I wrote about the price of fruit here a while back......
  • Sun Mar 22 09:01:28 2009:
    Sunday_Afternoon_in_Pocitos_Montevideo_Uruguay Comment
    It's every Sunday, 1pm. (people are always there at 3pm if your running late). At "Old Maz Restaurant".

    Follow this... complete directions... it might be a good idea to print them before you leave so you have them handy for a taxi driver....

  • Sun Mar 22 08:59:39 2009:
    KWORLD_TVBox_1440_in_Uruguay Comment
    What I wrote about in the original post is NOT a capture device. It has no USB connections. It is a TV tuner with an... (without the computer).

    I've never been happy with any of the tv capture cards... PCI or USB that I've played with....

  • Sun Mar 22 08:57:53 2009:
    178816-Residency_requirements Comment
    The health exam seems pretty superficial though in other ways complete... as they look at your teeth. What isn't clear... the exam you are given an ID card. When you make your residency application with immigration they keep the ID card....
  • Sat Mar 21 16:07:16 2009:
    Apart Hotel Bremen Message
    Terry (1) from The Rio Breeze - 03/19/09 19:21

    Thank you Lee and Shirley for your response. It gave us something... was NOT fun! I accidentally deleted your original message when I replied... so here is your message and my reply.

    --...

  • Sat Mar 21 16:05:15 2009:
    Apart_Hotel_Bremen Comment
    The only complaint's I've heard about the Hotel Bremen is they've been full when some people wanted to stay there. It... Julio.

    There are taxi's in Punta del Este. Depending on where you are staying you may be able to walk to the hotel....

  • Sat Mar 21 16:02:51 2009:
    Sunday_Afternoon_in_Pocitos_Montevideo_Uruguay Comment
    What time do you arrive? Try and make it to Old Maz on the 29th... there are a lot of people that don't check the... Try and make it to Old Maz on the 29th... there are a lot of people that don't check the forums regularly that attend. ...
  • Tue Mar 17 18:42:03 2009:
    Need_HONEST_realtor Comment
    In Montevideo I find the biggest problem is realtors don't call back and want to push different properties on you. Even... call me.

    Obviously one that did call me and did show me properties that I wanted to see... earned the commission!...

  • Tue Mar 17 18:39:51 2009:
    Bus_Tickets_to_Punta_del_Este Comment
    I think the fare was 134 pesos each way or so when I went in January. That's a bit under US$6.

    You can go to the bus... Tres Cruses Mall (first floor is bus terminal, second floor is mall). Here is a link and you can see the schedules......

  • Mon Mar 16 10:19:24 2009:
    Relocation_Inport_Duty Comment
    I think moving to an different country gives you an excellent opportunity to sort out all the baggage your carrying... a container or two of old junk... you might just relax a little easier and integrate into your new culture faster....
  • Mon Mar 16 10:17:00 2009:
    Spring_is_here Comment
    of course, now fall is here... Saturday we went from 90 some degrees to 60 or so Sunday morning... About May 1st the... degrees to 60 or so Sunday morning... About May 1st the apartment buildings with central heat will be turning it on....
  • Mon Mar 16 10:14:30 2009:
    Coming_to_Uruguay Comment
    About hotels... I stayed in the Pocitos Plaza Hotel which seems a bit pricey.

    Shirley has started a list of... a good idea. You might check the rental agencies to see if you get a better price in Montevideo or Punta el Este....

  • Fri Mar 13 12:34:24 2009:
    Looking_for_a_juicer_and_a_blender Comment
    All the juicers I've seen here are the high speed kind that blow out your ears while they operate and have a wire mesh... times a year with them. My first adventures with blenders here was with more expensive ones and it just cost more! ...
  • Fri Mar 13 12:23:37 2009:
    Looking_for_a_juicer_and_a_blender Comment
    All the juicers I've seen here are the high speed kind that blow out your ears while they operator and are a bare to... times a year with them. My first adventures with blenders here was with more expensive ones and it just cost more! ...
  • Fri Mar 13 06:19:17 2009:
    65604-organic_farms_around_Colonia Comment
    I often joke that the just put some red peppers and onions on the parrilla for color.. not to actually eat!

    BUT...... sauce get emptied out pretty quick....

    Here's a blog post I did a while back on some of the fruit available here......

  • Mon Mar 9 12:23:10 2009:
    What_type_of_business Comment
    I think the most fruitful businesses (especially for foreigners, but would like to see more Uruguayans pursuing online... think all the frustrating aspects of the local business environment will be much more difficult for the foreigner. ...
  • Thu Mar 5 03:02:43 2009:
    Tandory_Restaurant Comment
    They are moving soon... maybe someone has the new address... I saw a sign but didn't note the address. If I walk by... has the new address... I saw a sign but didn't note the address. If I walk by again I'll grab it and post here.

    ...

  • Tue Mar 3 08:37:28 2009:
    Americans_in_Punta_del_Este Comment
    Don't forget to talk to the airline you'll be flying to find out their requirements as well. If you will be changing... guinea pig in Argentina!

    It's not difficult... lots of people bring their dogs, though I've never done it personally....

  • Wed Feb 25 10:45:51 2009:
    The Cost of DirecTV in Montevideo Message
    Here is the cost of my directv service from the most recent bill (which arrived today):

    HBO MAX DIGITAL... (the basic service)

    Sub total: $980.08

    IVA $215.62

    Total: $1, 195.70

    More or less in US Dollars: US$52.

    ...

  • Tue Feb 24 07:17:26 2009:
    Hope_to_move_to_Uruguay Comment
    Well.. by comparison.. DTE Energy in Michigan for residency electricity charges (after the first 17 kilowatt... charges is really not that high. Though, I doubt the sales tax (if any) on electricity in Michigan is close to 22%....
  • Tue Feb 24 07:13:46 2009:
    Ocean water temperature in uruguay montevide Message
    Try this google search for U.S. Govt websites on Ocean Temp in Uruguay. There is a lot of reading there and maybe... search for U.S. Govt websites on Ocean Temp in Uruguay. There is a lot of reading there and maybe something useful.

    ...

  • Mon Feb 23 15:49:57 2009:
    Hope_to_move_to_Uruguay Comment
    The maid uses the washing machine 3 times a week, there are two hot water tanks (one larger one for the bathrooms and a... Uruguayan and how they live on that income may be interesting, but not particularly useful for an expat's budget plans....
  • Mon Feb 23 15:44:06 2009:
    Hope_to_move_to_Uruguay Comment
    Here is the run down on the cost of electricity:

    Remeber, $ = pesos here, and about 23.2 pesos to the dollar... I can't make them out.

    I believe the NEW RATES are a bit lower at 2.286 pesos for the first 100 and 3.307 after that....

  • Wed Feb 18 04:03:59 2009:
    Five_Star_Hotels Comment
    I would always good a small bed and breakfast... for the social interaction with the other guests... unfortunately they... for the social interaction with the other guests... unfortunately they don't seem too popular in Uruguay.

    ...

  • Wed Feb 18 04:02:57 2009:
    Sunday_brunch Comment
    Exactly. Online I often have a vigorous talk with myself... the Sunday brunch is my only opportunity to talk to others!... Online I often have a vigorous talk with myself... the Sunday brunch is my only opportunity to talk to others! ...
  • Sun Feb 15 03:59:42 2009:
    Why_I_would_not_choose_Montecable_again Comment
    Why would you ask such a question in an Uruguay forum. People come here for information about Uruguay.. not what will... to get internet service and cancel their Cable TV... and they are an older non-technologically oriented person!...
  • Thu Feb 12 07:44:16 2009:
    Oldies FM 90.3 Message
    You can listen to the Uruguayan Radio Station Oldies 90.3 FM. Follow the link and click on the jukebox.

    Mostly... 90.3 FM. Follow the link and click on the jukebox.

    Mostly English music (ie: oldies) with Spanish advertisements....

  • Wed Feb 11 19:11:35 2009:
    24_with_3_grand Comment
    You might look for shorter term rentals. In 2005 I rented a 1 br apt for US$345 (including gastos comune) in Pocitos... difference in the prices and more flexibility in the deposits. Others don't seem to have had the same experiences.

    ...

  • Wed Feb 11 13:22:47 2009:
    109182-moving Comment
    I would also add that "typical" varies considerably from person to person.

    Are you a walker, bus rider, taxi, or need... transportation cost $0.00. Walk! Typical food. Eat out once for $250 pesos. $150 if you look hard. (one person)....

  • Tue Feb 10 12:31:02 2009:
    Mr Comment
    I don't think that will help him! Spammers seem to forget the that 1 relevant ad/link is more important than a million... all our sites so he can't even talk about his place in our Australia forums or directories... so the joke's on him!...
  • Mon Feb 9 08:46:17 2009:
    Whoops! Messed up the Forum Message
    In the middle of working on some spiffy updates for this forum... I took off a bit of time to visit Punta del Este and... the spiffy new stuff will appear soon here... but then I might decide some more sun in Punta del Este is a better idea!...
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  • Wed Feb 4 04:37:03 2009:
    Main_Retirement_Communities_in_Uruguay Comment
    That address seems to be for Join Uruguay, a tourism website...

    I'm not sure how that will help with "retirement"... with "retirement" communities.

    Many Americans choose apartments in Pocitos and feed secure with the 24 hr doormen. ...

  • Sun Feb 1 04:39:02 2009:
    152864-Insurance Comment
    It is often difficult to get the cost of property taxes... I saw an apartment the other day. They were asking US$110,... hope auto insurance is never a question as life without a car is so easy and pleasant in Montevideo!

    ...

  • Sat Jan 31 04:48:13 2009:
    Spanish_Tutoring_or_Classes Comment
    Here's the link from Dominic's blog...

    The price is listed as US$95 for 1 week @ 4 hrs a day... and "special rates... from Dominic's blog...

    The price is listed as US$95 for 1 week @ 4 hrs a day... and "special rates for residents"...

  • Thu Jan 29 04:37:36 2009:
    Sunday_Afternoon_in_Pocitos_Montevideo_Uruguay Comment
    The "official" starting time is 1pm... sometimes people are early... sometimes people come later.. 3pm or later.... sometimes not till closer to 5...

    Everyone tends or order when they arrive, so don't worry if you are early or late....

  • Wed Jan 28 05:08:25 2009:
    Cost_of_retiring_in_Uruguay Comment
    I don't think anyone can answer that question for you. My idea of living comfortably may be completely different from... blow your budget.

    I think people do live comfortably in Uruguay for the budget you mention. I don't know if YOU can....

  • Wed Jan 28 04:53:29 2009:
    pensioner_visa_self_employment_loophole Comment
    I think you will find there are several classes of residency and the one that has the $1, 500/month AND a $100, 000... that was getting their papers ready and they are offering proof of US$500 in income for residency and no investment....
  • Tue Jan 27 03:23:53 2009:
    pensioner_visa_self_employment_loophole Comment
    What is a "pensioner visa"? In Uruguay I went through a procedure of changing my "tourist" status to "legal resident"... ie: in process. I'm not sure if you can work during that process. You may or may not receive an ID during that process....
  • Sat Jan 17 13:12:02 2009:
    relocating_my_young_family Comment
    What kind of information are you looking... kind of information are you looking for?...
  • Sat Jan 17 04:52:42 2009:
    Spanish_Tutoring_or_Classes Comment
    Stop by the Expat Meeting at Old Maz (click link for details) on Sunday, January 24th.

    There should be some people... lessons if you wanted that.

    There are at least 2 schools that teach Spanish, but I don't have their contact info....

  • Sat Jan 17 04:49:03 2009:
    131922-Domestic_help Comment
    I said nothing of the nature... I said: "I've see website articles that suggest you can have a live in maid in Uruguay... than living in the USA.

    Also the January 2009 BPS bill just came and its 1693 pesos.. up from 1360 in October 2007....

  • Fri Jan 16 04:29:36 2009:
    Security_on_the_Rambla Comment
    Did you read what Lisa's post said? I can't imagine how you would could come up with the word "horrible"!

    What is... other cultures and palaces in an in depth manner. At week at an all inclusive resort in Mexico doesn't cut it....

  • Fri Jan 16 03:58:52 2009:
    ex_pat_meeting_at_El_Maz Comment
    Excellent... we look forward to meeting you on the 22nd.... we look forward to meeting you on the 22nd. ...
  • Sun Jan 11 06:57:33 2009:
    What_kind_of_food Comment
    Don't forget the fresh produce.... See my blog post on that... forget the fresh produce.... See my blog post on that topic......
  • Sun Jan 11 03:51:52 2009:
    Sunday_Afternoon_in_Pocitos_Montevideo_Uruguay Comment
    The "office" start time is 1pm. Though people often drift by all afternoon... you can count on people being there until... at Old Maz, which is located at: 21 de Setiembre 3090 in Poctios, Montevideo.

    We look forward to meeting you....

  • Tue Jan 6 06:28:51 2009:
    Best_Weather_to_Visit Comment
    It might get a few degrees below freezing on the occasional night... probably never below freezing during the day.... one might feel much colder in their house in Montevideo in the winter... than in their house in Michigan in the winter....
  • Fri Jan 2 14:41:21 2009:
    215247-viaje_Colonia_Salto_Trip_to_Salto Comment
    Here is a link for the bus terminal in Montevideo. I tried looking up Colonia to Salto and it showed no... no results...

    You might try searching the website more and see if any of the bus companies have an email or phone...

  • Fri Jan 2 07:32:45 2009:
    Let_s_Go_To_the_Movies Comment
    Here is the current list of movies showing at Movie Center:

    007 Quantum of Solace

    LEONERA

    NOCHES DE TORMENTA... 2 (Subtitles)

    Cuarentena (Quarantine)

    HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 3: LA GRAD

    HERMANASTROS

    UN NOVIO PARA MI MUJER

    ...

  • Sat Dec 27 04:31:08 2008:
    General_questions_and_thoughts Comment
    You might find that pay is generally lower and hours generally longer.. and that many often work 2 jobs.

    The doorman... got sick so he took over both shifts.

    He said that if he wasn't working a double shift he would have a second job....

  • Sat Dec 27 04:27:22 2008:
    Hollywood Comment
    Uruguay is NOT a tropical country.. like the USA it has 4 seasons (though exactly reversed time wise... ie: December is... the cycle is much different than any beach town in the USA... except Punta del Este might draw more famous people!...
  • Thu Dec 25 06:51:54 2008:
    Reed_Roofing Comment
    I looked at one house with such a roof and had pretty much the same questions... I didn't ask the real estate agent... as I didn't have any interested in that particular property.

    Wikipedia has a pretty good run down on the roofs...

    ...



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