Sorry for the delay. Things have been busy with work(s) (I have 3 jobs) so ya... time is a bit short...
As I mentioned before, the Monday I was there, was a holiday so not many things were open. Also my original plan was to explore the old town on the first day with a walking tour, but I’d already completed the same “path” on the prior day when I went to visit the wine bar.
I then decided to explore the area near the hotel, go up the lookout across the street and then walk along the rambla (boardwalk).
Anyways, how’s the view from the room? Glad you asked!
Not much in the sense of the area that I took in terms of photos, but here are some from the lookout across from the hotel.
Nice clear day.
On a walk near the hotel:
And now some from the rambla.
There were people fishing, running, cycling all throughout. And yes drinking mate too (which I didn't get to try)
This was as far as I got since I was feeling pretty tired.
I almost forgot to mention that the night prior I had recommended by the girl at the front desk of the hotel to get some steak at a local restaurant. It was way too salty and I got charged for cutlery. I took a picture of the receipt and I can post it if need be.
Place is called El Fogon.
When I got back to the hotel I told her it sucked (didn't blame her or anything) but did tell her she should tell foreigners that cutlery is extra.
So the last night, I went back to Passiva and got some pizza.
The pizza was pretty good. If I could get it here, I would.
Anyways, the next day it’s off to Buenos Aires.
I didn’t really have time for anything in the morning so it was pretty much off right to the port in a taxi.
Some pictures of the interior of the port.
Still am not sure why I had to put these on. maybe they couldn't afford a cleaning crew?
And some of the boat.
Not much to see but there is duty free. Based on the prices I saw, with the odd exception, for those in Canada or the US, it’s almost certainly cheaper to buy things at a normal store.
I did have a few other pictures but they came in blurry since the boat kept moving.
Anyways, I was in the regular tourist class. Since the ride was only about 2hours on the high speed ferry named after the pope (Juan Francisco) I figured it was good enough.
I did some reading mainly. Tourist class holders can't go upstairs. Not sure if the view is better up there, but I presume so!
One thing to keep in mind is that I thought all the windows were blocked off, but the first 2 on the side do have a bit of a view. Unfortunately I only realized this about 10mins before we got into the port at Buenos Aires.
Bye Montevideo! It's been a slice!
Welcome to Earth!
So how do I feel about Montevideo so far? People are generally friendly but not overly warm/nosey like other parts of Latin America. Some of you may know what I mean. The easiest way I can explain Montevideo is like saying it's a smaller version of Buenos Aires, albeit with more of a Spanish feel. The streets reminded me of being in Spain to be honest.
Would I go back? Sure, but it'll likely not be anytime soon though.
Next up, Buenos Aires.