There’s a law in Uruguay about how much salt restaurants can use in their plates, and how they aren’t allowed to have salt shakers on the table. (In regard to the salt packet you mentioned)
This is a really cool thing about Uruguay. As someone in the US who uses way too much salt, it's really been helping me see how easily I can cut down on salt. At the same time, no one gives you any grief if you ask for a salt shaker. There are a number of health initiatives like this in Uruguay. Smoking is also banned indoors. I found relatively few people smoking anywhere in Uruguay. (Unlike France where, while I saw no one smoking indoors, I often saw people with a cigarette in mouth and lighter in hand waiting for the tram to stop & open its doors so they could exit & light up at the same time.) It's a really nice country. Lots of younger people. Lots of people having babies. Everyone seems well educated. Even the rougher street people seem polite & non threatening. I had no fear of violence at night while I was there. One other thing......I didn't check this exactly, but it seemed to me that taxies & Ubers were incredibly cheap in Montevideo. It seemed they were 1/2 or less than taxis in the US. I took a number of taxis, admittedly for only a few blocks, that only cost 80-100UY. I kept giving the drivers 100UY tips because it seemed so cheap, and 100UY was the smallest bill I had. I had to go to the currency exchange at least twice a week because when you change $100-200US, they give you 1000UY bills. You have to ask for 100UY bills & they will only give you 5-10 of them. The exchange cashier always complains that they will run out of 100UY bills if they give you all you ask for.
En Uruguay se habla español y los turistas que visitan el país son en su mayoría de países como Argentina y Brasil, los turistas extranjeros que no hablan español son muy pocos, es por eso que la población uruguaya no sabe hablar en inglés y a decir verdad no estamos obligados a saber un mínimo de inglés Buen vídeo, espero que te haya gustado mi país a pesar que es muy caro
soy gringo y te digo que muchos gringos turistas no traten de hablar el idioma del pais a donde viajan. sin embargo, yo vivia por unos meses en chile de intercambio, y trate de hablar en espanol la mayoridad del tiempo, aunque el espanol de chile es realmente otra cosa jaja (mejoraba mas mi acento que la gramatica). bueno, ojala algun dia ir a uruguay, y como me encanta el futbol, asado, y mate, creo que me va a gustarlo mucho! saludos
pero las clases de ingles son requeridas en colegios publicos y privados, por lo que me acuerdo yo, me fui del pais hace 7 años pero mi prima aprendio ingles en el publico y yo aprendi en el privado.
yo diria que eso no fue asi siempre igual, osea hay gente mayor que nunca se les enseño pero yo tengo 24 y se me enseño desde la escuela hasta el liceo
I heard good things about this country! I live in Hawaii and heard this country is expensive in comparison to Panama but watching this video it seems cheaper than Panama. I guess you were going for high end places in Panama but as a local in Hawaii the prices are kind of comparable for local things to do not tourist things
I don't know Uruguay as a whole, but I do know that Montevideo is a pretty expensive place to live (if I'm not mistaken, one of the most expensive in South America, or even Latin America, but my memory may be kinda foggy on that one). Of course, if you come here with a salary in dollars, then the whole experience might be different for you. Though the most touristy places can be kinda abusive with its prices, especially around the summer season, so beware of that if you end up coming here.
You may want to check my comment above. Relocated here from Alabama, and I'm looking to check out asap. At times I feel like I landed in Monaco with these crazy prices. I'm spending as much or more as I did in the states. Beautiful country yes, but it's like their goverment only wants very wealthy people to move in, which is fine, but we have options too. Everything, from grocery, to basic things you need, expect to pay two to three times more than back in the states. Only a few things are actually cheaper than the states.
I was surprised that you mentioned the lack of speaking english. Uruguay is the most educated country in south america and english a second language is mandated. Most people speak a good bit of english, especially in Montevideo.
4:18 - Hey Uptin, wonderful video as always. Next come to the Indian subcontinent. There are like at least a dozen cities in at least 5 countries that you can go to. You can easily get by in 20-30 USD per city :)
The walking tour sounds great. Better get my spanish reviewed. However there are so many spanishes. It different country to country . So guys if you are just learning, and planning to go to a specific country, be sure that countries spanish is what you study.
Love it. You are so easy going and joyful. Thank you for sharing. Have you been to Paraguay ? i love the country side much better than Montevideo. I love Uruguay but people always remind me that water is better in Brazil. Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤
$5 is a bit on the stingy side given a lunch is $11. I think a free lunch for the walking tour is a good benchmark (in Europe, most tours expect at least 10euros. Its easy to find sub10 lunch places in central or east Europe)
Thank you for visiting Uruguay... I was born In uruguay but I lived in USA since ... many years ago.. anyways.. great clip.. you missed a lot a things for example Mercado del Puerto and Carnaval.. but overall super good.. thanks again.. BTW I am going to the world cup in Qatar 2022.. so please more videos about that
Go to Mercado del puerto one of the best meats you can eat in the world sausage and everything of the cow great tourist place in its there in Montevideo cheers 🍻 from a Uruguayan in the USA 🇺🇸🇺🇾
@@rajeshkurichiopalli3051 Yeah, that's the troubling thing. I can imagine it pertaining to people doing business. Business is seemingly difficult not gonna lie 👀💧but the benefits of earning money in a more flexible manner is where I'd want to go.
Great video the most beatiful city in Uruguay is Punta del este magic place whit ocean beaches and talles towers nudist beach and much more for to see enjoid uruguay
Uptin, when are you coming to India? Definitely visit South Indian states too since it completely different from North. You’ll be shocked to know how cheap things are in India.
What is the best country to retire to for a single American senior citizen living off a modest social security remittance -- Argentina, Chile, or Uruguay?
You probably found a place by now, since your comment is several months old, but if you're still looking, I'd check south of Argentina. Away from the troubles and crime elsewhere in that country. I also have a modest income. Uruguay is just too darn expensive. Moved here from Alabama, and I'm disappointed with the overall cost of living. Some things are a bit cheaper than back home, like rent, or healthcare, but it's all offset by the high price of everything else. I know of Americans who, in the summer, move to Argentina because it's far cheaper than Uruguay. In part due to the devaluation of their currency, which is great if you earn income in dollars. Uruguay becomes un-affordable to most Americans in the summer as lots of tourists flock in. Uruguay is pretty modern, but we're still talking about a developing nation that's as expensive as some wealthy western countries. So, consider Argentina or Brazil. Or go across the pond to Europe. Albania, Montenegro, Georgia. These countries are not only cheaper than Uruguay, but far more safer. They have some of the lowest crime rates in Europe.
I watched a video where the author stated that you can eat out 3 times a day, in the Philippines, for only $10. In southern Spain I was eating out for a fraction of what they charge me here in Uruguay. Don't get me wrong, food is equally good. Nothing like the junk we have in the states! But Uruguay is only good for a certain group of expats, usually affluent. Why? Let's say you are on SS, or you're a freelancer, and you earn south of $1.5-2k a month, you're better off in Argentina, Colombia, or Brazil. You'll be able to save in those countries vs in Uruguay. For everybody else making north of $2700, Uruguay is a great destination. You'll have enough disposable income to enjoy the country, rent a decent place in a good area, and save.
@@fede9003 Uruguay es muy caro relativo al resto de Sudamérica. Si bien el peso argentino esta muy devaluado, la diferencia no es tan grande con el resto de países, excepto Uruguay y Chile, que son muy caros. Hay videos de chilenos comparando los precios de un supermercado en chile con uno en suiza, y la mayoría de cosas salían lo mismo o casi lo mismo, lo que es una locura considerando la abismal diferencia entre los ingresos medios en un país y el otro. En Uruguay no es tan extremo el tema, pero sigue siendo demasiado caro para ser un país sudamericano
Uruguay isn't quite "tiny", because it actually covers an area of 181,034 sq km (according to the wiki), but it's still not as big as my country (Ukraine). It's also known as the safest country in South America. In fact, it's about as safe as what my country used to be before the 2014 war. I'm not sure what my country thinks about Uruguay, but we're probably friends.
Man I am from Uruguay, and a building in front of the russian embassy is full of ukrainian flags, I have counted them, its 10 flags and the embassador from russia has that view everyday
Are you crazy shame on you you visit the most fameous country in the world in criled meat and you eat fries and fish. It's better go tu country Pakistan tu show Cary rice
There’s a law in Uruguay about how much salt restaurants can use in their plates, and how they aren’t allowed to have salt shakers on the table. (In regard to the salt packet you mentioned)
This is a really cool thing about Uruguay. As someone in the US who uses way too much salt, it's really been helping me see how easily I can cut down on salt. At the same time, no one gives you any grief if you ask for a salt shaker. There are a number of health initiatives like this in Uruguay. Smoking is also banned indoors. I found relatively few people smoking anywhere in Uruguay. (Unlike France where, while I saw no one smoking indoors, I often saw people with a cigarette in mouth and lighter in hand waiting for the tram to stop & open its doors so they could exit & light up at the same time.) It's a really nice country. Lots of younger people. Lots of people having babies. Everyone seems well educated. Even the rougher street people seem polite & non threatening. I had no fear of violence at night while I was there.
One other thing......I didn't check this exactly, but it seemed to me that taxies & Ubers were incredibly cheap in Montevideo. It seemed they were 1/2 or less than taxis in the US. I took a number of taxis, admittedly for only a few blocks, that only cost 80-100UY. I kept giving the drivers 100UY tips because it seemed so cheap, and 100UY was the smallest bill I had. I had to go to the currency exchange at least twice a week because when you change $100-200US, they give you 1000UY bills. You have to ask for 100UY bills & they will only give you 5-10 of them. The exchange cashier always complains that they will run out of 100UY bills if they give you all you ask for.
Omg Uruguay is one of my favourite countries in Latin America
Oh yeah, I can see why -- such a nice vibe.
@@uptin hi bro hope you reply my comment
@@sainikhindustani1799 get lost
Thank you, Uptin. I always learn new things from your videos.
Makes me happy to hear that
Gracias muy lindo video de mi ciudad saludos desde Uruguay
Thank you so much for such an accurate portray of my country Uruguay!
Glad you liked it!
i always watch this guy's videos thinking "he looks like Luis Suarez" and now that I've seen him in Uruguay it seems truer than ever before
En Uruguay se habla español y los turistas que visitan el país son en su mayoría de países como Argentina y Brasil, los turistas extranjeros que no hablan español son muy pocos, es por eso que la población uruguaya no sabe hablar en inglés y a decir verdad no estamos obligados a saber un mínimo de inglés
Buen vídeo, espero que te haya gustado mi país a pesar que es muy caro
soy gringo y te digo que muchos gringos turistas no traten de hablar el idioma del pais a donde viajan. sin embargo, yo vivia por unos meses en chile de intercambio, y trate de hablar en espanol la mayoridad del tiempo, aunque el espanol de chile es realmente otra cosa jaja (mejoraba mas mi acento que la gramatica). bueno, ojala algun dia ir a uruguay, y como me encanta el futbol, asado, y mate, creo que me va a gustarlo mucho! saludos
pero las clases de ingles son requeridas en colegios publicos y privados, por lo que me acuerdo yo, me fui del pais hace 7 años pero mi prima aprendio ingles en el publico y yo aprendi en el privado.
yo diria que eso no fue asi siempre igual, osea hay gente mayor que nunca se les enseño pero yo tengo 24 y se me enseño desde la escuela hasta el liceo
@@CoolDeathLight no churches there ?
@@jdosvd there's churches, mostly Catholica churches and Jewish synagogue
176,000 sq km isn’t exactly “tiny”. That said, Uruguay is also arguably the safest country in Latin America.
So true! England is smaller!
Not even close, I'm pretty sure Argentina and Chile are both safer.
Uruguay is larger than Bangladesh!!
@@FOLIPE no, uruguay is much safer
Is safe there i know
La Mano of Punta del Este, Casapueblo in Punta Del Este, Punta del Diablo, and finish at Chuy the border of Brasil.
Thanks for share my country 😍 Uruguay it's really nice ,places , foods, people
I heard good things about this country! I live in Hawaii and heard this country is expensive in comparison to Panama but watching this video it seems cheaper than Panama. I guess you were going for high end places in Panama but as a local in Hawaii the prices are kind of comparable for local things to do not tourist things
I don't know Uruguay as a whole, but I do know that Montevideo is a pretty expensive place to live (if I'm not mistaken, one of the most expensive in South America, or even Latin America, but my memory may be kinda foggy on that one). Of course, if you come here with a salary in dollars, then the whole experience might be different for you. Though the most touristy places can be kinda abusive with its prices, especially around the summer season, so beware of that if you end up coming here.
You may want to check my comment above. Relocated here from Alabama, and I'm looking to check out asap. At times I feel like I landed in Monaco with these crazy prices. I'm spending as much or more as I did in the states. Beautiful country yes, but it's like their goverment only wants very wealthy people to move in, which is fine, but we have options too.
Everything, from grocery, to basic things you need, expect to pay two to three times more than back in the states. Only a few things are actually cheaper than the states.
I was surprised that you mentioned the lack of speaking english. Uruguay is the most educated country in south america and english a second language is mandated. Most people speak a good bit of english, especially in Montevideo.
Yeah as an Uruguayan, most people I know can speak English as a second language, seems that the people from the restaurants couldnt tho
@@johnimaonthewing ok and no churches there ?
@@jdosvd yes there are many, technically the country has no religion but you can find many churches and some synagogues
@@johnimaonthewing Thanks.
You have to go Punta del Este in December, January.. recommended
The air quality is super good.
This guy went to Uruguay to eat chicken and salmon 🤣
Still a great video.
I just noticed that you spent money freely for a day then you decided how much your budget that day during video editing. smart 😎
4:18 - Hey Uptin, wonderful video as always. Next come to the Indian subcontinent. There are like at least a dozen cities in at least 5 countries that you can go to. You can easily get by in 20-30 USD per city :)
It's on my list! cant wait
Dulce de Leche Ice Cream...
That Rocks😎😋😋❤
The walking tour sounds great.
Better get my spanish reviewed. However there are so many spanishes. It different country to country .
So guys if you are just learning, and planning to go to a specific country, be sure that countries spanish is what you study.
Love it. You are so easy going and joyful. Thank you for sharing. Have you been to Paraguay ? i love the country side much better than Montevideo. I love Uruguay but people always remind me that water is better in Brazil. Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤
Thanks so much for your comment! I have never been to Paraguay but it's on my list
From all the South American countries you’ve visited which is your favourite
Hard to choose but I think Brazil
$5 is a bit on the stingy side given a lunch is $11. I think a free lunch for the walking tour is a good benchmark (in Europe, most tours expect at least 10euros. Its easy to find sub10 lunch places in central or east Europe)
but if the group is 10 people, the guide receives $100 for a one hour job? Sounds like highway robbery.
Monteviedo???
Did he say “Monte vee ay do?”
But what's the issue with the fence ?
Thank you for visiting Uruguay... I was born In uruguay but I lived in USA since ... many years ago.. anyways.. great clip.. you missed a lot a things for example Mercado del Puerto and Carnaval.. but overall super good.. thanks again.. BTW I am going to the world cup in Qatar 2022.. so please more videos about that
Go to Mercado del puerto one of the best meats you can eat in the world sausage and everything of the cow great tourist place in its there in Montevideo cheers 🍻 from a Uruguayan in the USA 🇺🇸🇺🇾
Love Montevideo, but sooooo expensive compared to Buenos Aires!!
You should go to punta del este in uruguay its very expensive and people say its monaco of south america
What was the name of the food hall?
Uruguay is also one of the stable economy in Latin America
Thanks for making me to explore some necessary information
Love to be positioned as a global citizen. Access to more country looks like freedom 👌👀
What about money
@@rajeshkurichiopalli3051 Yeah, that's the troubling thing. I can imagine it pertaining to people doing business. Business is seemingly difficult not gonna lie 👀💧but the benefits of earning money in a more flexible manner is where I'd want to go.
Great video the most beatiful city in Uruguay is Punta del este magic place whit ocean beaches and talles towers nudist beach and much more for to see enjoid uruguay
Somo' Uruguay papá no nos comemos ninguna (pero si un asadito y máte con los bros)🥩🔥🧉🇺🇾⚽💯🔥🔥
Uptin, when are you coming to India? Definitely visit South Indian states too since it completely different from North. You’ll be shocked to know how cheap things are in India.
It's on my list!
Small off the beaten path villages should be next
hey bro you have been to all the south American countries which is the best to move ?
Thank you for the video. I may retire there.
Hey, can you make a similar video in Chile 🇨🇱?
Las ternas papa in alto nothern side of uruguay
Hey hope you visit my country Trinidad and Tobago soon love your videos
It is a quiet place, and more peaceful than Colombia
What is the best country to retire to for a single American senior citizen living off a modest social security remittance -- Argentina, Chile, or Uruguay?
You probably found a place by now, since your comment is several months old, but if you're still looking, I'd check south of Argentina. Away from the troubles and crime elsewhere in that country.
I also have a modest income. Uruguay is just too darn expensive. Moved here from Alabama, and I'm disappointed with the overall cost of living. Some things are a bit cheaper than back home, like rent, or healthcare, but it's all offset by the high price of everything else.
I know of Americans who, in the summer, move to Argentina because it's far cheaper than Uruguay. In part due to the devaluation of their currency, which is great if you earn income in dollars. Uruguay becomes un-affordable to most Americans in the summer as lots of tourists flock in.
Uruguay is pretty modern, but we're still talking about a developing nation that's as expensive as some wealthy western countries.
So, consider Argentina or Brazil. Or go across the pond to Europe. Albania, Montenegro, Georgia. These countries are not only cheaper than Uruguay, but far more safer. They have some of the lowest crime rates in Europe.
$44 Day in Uruguay - ok ill take the job. when can i start ?
I watched a video where the author stated that you can eat out 3 times a day, in the Philippines, for only $10. In southern Spain I was eating out for a fraction of what they charge me here in Uruguay. Don't get me wrong, food is equally good. Nothing like the junk we have in the states!
But Uruguay is only good for a certain group of expats, usually affluent. Why? Let's say you are on SS, or you're a freelancer, and you earn south of $1.5-2k a month, you're better off in Argentina, Colombia, or Brazil. You'll be able to save in those countries vs in Uruguay. For everybody else making north of $2700, Uruguay is a great destination. You'll have enough disposable income to enjoy the country, rent a decent place in a good area, and save.
What are the main industries there?
In terms of exports Meatpacking, Diary products, Forest industry, Tourism and Software are the most important ones.
Dude the church and park i went With our teacher
Compared to other South American countries, the food seems expensive
Nice way of presenting a travel vlog!
I want to see South American countries.
Can you share the guides contact info?
Uruguay is way too expensive unfortunately and there isn't much to see as far as cultural stuff.
Please come to Lombok Indonesia Uptin,..
Very very nice video !! 👍👍😀💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
That 20$ dinner was a little over prices
hi，I want to collaborate with u on a video, but I dn't know how to tact u
very nice 👍
why is uruguay so safe and developed>
es Montevideo
44 dollars is still expensive for a local but as a tourist is optimal
Locals dont eat all their meals in restaurants like he does
$11 for lunch is expensive even in the USA
Uruguay what ice cream 2 dollar water 1 dollar in Indonesian you can get meatball just 1 dollar
So Uruguay on 1 US dollar??!!
$100 in Auckland, New Zealand...you will be shocked
my home country ❤
For 1 dollar I can get 3 bottles water in Dubai Doha Muscat Bahrain haaa 500ml one
I'm Rasheed Ahmed From Karachi Pakistan
I want to go to Uruguay .
But how can I go ?
Start walking southwest. And yes..start NOW
No you didn't.. a day is 24 hours . This doesn't count. What about housing ?
April 2024 1US$ buys 36.8 pesos.
damnn that small plate was 20$
Uruguay is not at North of argentina.
Uruguay is at the East of argentina.
Please check a map
Uptin=Putin
From an Argentinian perspective, Uruguay is really expensive. Regular groceries and food cost a lot in comparison to our prices.
el peso argentino no vale nada, todos los países de sudamerica son caros para ustedes
It’s not that uruguay is expensive, it’s that argentina is cheap
My friend from Argentina visited Mexico and said food was very cheap in Mexico compared to Argentina
Hmm Argentina is affordable.
@@fede9003 Uruguay es muy caro relativo al resto de Sudamérica. Si bien el peso argentino esta muy devaluado, la diferencia no es tan grande con el resto de países, excepto Uruguay y Chile, que son muy caros. Hay videos de chilenos comparando los precios de un supermercado en chile con uno en suiza, y la mayoría de cosas salían lo mismo o casi lo mismo, lo que es una locura considerando la abismal diferencia entre los ingresos medios en un país y el otro. En Uruguay no es tan extremo el tema, pero sigue siendo demasiado caro para ser un país sudamericano
$11 usd for lunch is too pricey. In thailand or southeast asia, i could get a big lunch anywhere for around $3.
You got scammed with rpthat meal, in the uk that would be $4 tops.
How is that optimal mate 😂
Como buenos hispanohablante........ inglés siempre lo consideramos importante de aprender....... pero pocos se esfuerzan xDDDDDD
Si es la verdad....con este video presentator....lol
So many different options in food? JAAJAJAJAJA they serve hot dogs in restaurants, ask for oysters or lobster it does not exist,,
Its another European colony in Latin America
Not the best places for food chosen.
Uruguay expensive
He kinda looks like Luis Suarez lol
YOU ARE WRONG ABOUT SALT
🤝🤲🤝🤲
$5 is nothing for a private tour. Makes me feel sad for the tour guide that gave so generously her time. It is not even enough to cover her lunch!
Fairly certain it was not a private tour...and $5/Person is not bad imo.
minimum wage in Uruguay u$s 474 . In one day you spent u$s 44 . Sadly most people can’t afford this .
You can buy your own hotel with a nickel in slovakia…amateurs.
Gets chicken at the meat place lol
why is it soo expensive ? im sure locals can not afford that
Some ppl do tho
Uruguay isn't quite "tiny", because it actually covers an area of 181,034 sq km (according to the wiki), but it's still not as big as my country (Ukraine). It's also known as the safest country in South America. In fact, it's about as safe as what my country used to be before the 2014 war. I'm not sure what my country thinks about Uruguay, but we're probably friends.
Man I am from Uruguay, and a building in front of the russian embassy is full of ukrainian flags, I have counted them, its 10 flags and the embassador from russia has that view everyday
@@StealthyFox5 i did not know that...
Russia will nuke Ukraine if you guys don't surrender 🥲
Las pronunciaciones me matan
nice start for a video mispronouncing the name of a capital
Are you crazy shame on you you visit the most fameous country in the world in criled meat and you eat fries and fish. It's better go tu country Pakistan tu show Cary rice
unorganized and poorly videoed
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