> >One of the reasons we are interested in going to Punta del Este is that
> >it is internationally known and we do not personally know anyone who
> >has been there yet.
> >
>
> Can you post your impressions here? I am considering going there next
> year..
>
> I'm thinking
>
Well I really have no preconceived notions about what it will be like.
I am of ther personal impression that a few countries aside, like
Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, (and a couple of others) Latin America is a
relatively safe destination for American international travelers who do
not have a limitless travel budget. While most of Europe is safe, the
Euro is a killer so it is expensive.
After we went to Costa Rica, I know about a dozen people who went. I
am not taking credit for that, it was just a destination that was
becoming more popular. I do not know anyone who has traveled to
Uruguay and very few to Argentina. The exchange rates are very
favorable and I like to travel off-season (meaning the winters of the
Northeast).
I am not really into glitz and glamour but it would be nice to go
somewhere that is of international standards and is fairly remote. The
beauty of such a place is the mixture of people.
The beach itself is of secondary concern. I don't get to the beach
much here in the summer because it is just 'there'. Finding a warm
spot in February is paradise. Winter getaways to the warmth are always
relaxing and it will give us plenty to talk about. Take lots of
pictures and share stories.
Not sure this is exactly what you were looking for in terms of
impressions, but that's what I'm thinking.
Rich
|
|
|
|