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The only guides to Montevideo & Uruguay, written by an author resident in Uruguay. Mentioned in the New York Times, BBC, National Geographic, Le Figaro, Decanter and more.
And indispensable for getting the most out of Uruguay as a visitor or resident.
You can find both guides—they work as a complementary set—on Amazon, Audible & good bookshops worldwide. Order from Amazon:
The author reviewed the Uruguay Guide in 2024, and the Montevideo Guide will be updated in October 2026. The beauty of buying a guidebook by a local.
The very few updates required to the Uruguay guide are collected here along with a few new recommendations.
The new edition of the Montevideo Guide will be released in October 2026, with updated information, new recommendations, and plenty of fresh content. Much of the previous edition remains relevant, but you can look forward to lots of new discoveries and updates.
The Guru’Guay Guides are not endless dry lists. The author selects only the very best or the most curious places and then goes into serious detail—so you can make leisure and travel decisions with confidence. The guides describe each destination, where to stay and eat, things to do, how to get there and features important ‘what you should know’ advisories. So easy to read, readers often devour a Guru’Guay guide in one sitting.
Excellent. Jam-packed with useful insider information about Montevideo and Uruguay.
Karen’s spent much of the past two decades searching for Uruguay’s culinary standouts. The books have proved so popular that a second edition and corresponding audiobook were released in 2020.
If you're planning a trip to Uruguay, or love learning about new places and cultures, you need to follow Karen Higgs.
[Article first published: Sep 13, 2017 and last updated at date above]
Namasté — Vegetarian restaurant in Montevideo
Namasté is more than just a vegetarian restaurant in Montevideo. This colourful, family-run spot has been serving vegetarian and vegan food since 2008. And the food is only part of the experience. Come for a relaxed meal, stay for the atmosphere, the friendly service and the chance to slow down for a while.
Dance tango in Uruguay. Whether a complete newbie or you already dance, the tango scene in Montevideo is a great way to make friends.
Estancia Los Plátanos – Authentic 6th generation ranch
Venture into deep Uruguay to Estancia Los Platanos, a working ranch. Just 3 guestrooms—and there’s a gorgeous indoor pool.
Nominate your favourites for the 2027 Montevideo Guru’Guay guide
Do you love a business in the capital that absolutely MUST be in our next best selling Montevideo guidebook?
Ignacio Fuentes, RE/MAX – Recommended Montevideo realtor
Montevideo real estate made easy—foreigners trust this realtor for smooth, reliable rentals and property purchases.
Estancia El Cangüé – Cattle & roses in Paysandú
Home to Uruguay’s biggest rose collection, this 200 year west Uruguay estancia is the perfect destination for outdoor adventure or a wedding.
Martín Pescador – Sierras ranch 1 hr from ocean
Just an hour inland from the beaches of Punta and José Ignacio, the perfect Uruguay estancia, horse riding and trekking.
Uruguay LGBT rights – A trailblazer for over a century
Did you know Uruguay is among the most LGBT-friendly countries worldwide? Small nation. Big equality record.
TEFL Uruguay: new qualification for foreigners and Uruguayans to teach English abroad
TEFL Uruguay comes to Montevideo in 2027: Four-week face-to-face training for foreigners and English-fluent locals.
Expats in Uruguay spill the beans: What life is really like
We interview foreigners in Uruguay who moved here from principally English-speaking countries so you can learn from their mistakes.
Dance tango in Uruguay. Whether a complete newbie or you already dance, the tango scene in Montevideo is a great way to make friends.
Do you love a business in the capital that absolutely MUST be in our next best selling Montevideo guidebook?
TEFL Uruguay comes to Montevideo in 2027: Four-week face-to-face training for foreigners and English-fluent locals.
Between June and August, visit Uruguay for horse-riding, great music and culture, bonfire parties, wine tasting & whale-watching.
For 200 years, estancia San Pedro de Timote has been the pride of Uruguay. Today it’s a historic country hotel where you can go riding and meet gauchos.
Unique ocean-front location to reconnect with nature—with luxury touches—on one of Uruguay’s most deserted beaches in Maldonado.
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Hi, love your information and bought your book. This year, instead of Montevideo, my husband and I are checking out Punta del Este. We are looking to retire partly here. My question is unrelated to that. It is about medicine. I forgot my medicine at home: Xanax. Do I need a prescription for this? Awkward question but I inherited anxiety from my mother?. Thx Debbie
Hi Debbie, so glad you are enjoying the guidebook! I consulted a friend who works in a pharmacy. She says Xanax has alprazolam which requires a prescription in Uruguay. 🙁 all the best — Karen