I am Uruguayan, this video has a lot of info that is not easy to put together, and it's accurate. There is a lot of work behind this 17' video. Good job.
I am Uruguayan as well, I enjoyed the video until the mention of "scorpions". I've never seen a scorpion in Uruguay in my entire life. I'm not saying they don't exist, but they're not such a big deal to be mentioned in a video.
Great video! I am from Southern Brazil, but intimately linked to Uruguay, as one of my great-grandfathers was from Tacuarembó, another great-grandfather was spanish, though he arrived from Europe in Montevideo in the early XX Century, then ended up in Rio Grande do Sul state (Brazil). Else my family used to have a few "estancias" along the border, there was one by the river (Jaguarão) that draws part of the border between the two countries, we used to spend vacations on their beaches as kids (Barra del Chuy, La Coronilla, Cabo Polonio, Punta Ballena, Maldonado, Punta del Este etc)....I miss the parrilladas, the Dulce de Leche Conaprole, the queso cozido of Melo's Dairy Products Cooperative, the Paso de Los Toros grape fruit soft drink etc etc.... so many great memories from the friendly country and its kind-educated people. I live far away, but who knows,maybe one day I'll be able to visit again. 🇺🇾 🇧🇷 🇺🇾 🇧🇷 👍👍👍😎🧉
My wife and I are taking steps, right now, to travel to Uruguay in order to see for ourselves, and to experience a little of the inevitable culture shock before making a lifelong commitment. We are very excited, and plan on bringing fresh eyes. We've heard that expats have affected the economy in negative ways, and we hope to not contribute to that phenomenon.
How? They bring money to spend in my Country. I retired and living in Canada 🇨🇦 since 1983. We back home many times to visit; but I'am living Canada and back to my beautiful Uruguay 🤔to stay there. I retired 68 years of age. I dreaming about it.
Uruguay es un país único un paraíso en Latinoamérica ...amo ese país su gente tan amables su tranquilidad sus tradiciones su seguridad su sistema de salud su democracia y la calidad de sus productos ...love you Uruguaya
Another informative video from Ronin Blue! Went to Uruguay ten years ago and was very impressed. Good roads, beautiful waterfront, great food, just as Ronin described. If I were to retire in South America, it would definitely be here.
I lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina for 10 years. I have visited Uruguay 🇺🇾☺ a few times I found the country beautiful and the people very welcomingly and friendly I hope to visit Uruguay in the future and spend an extended time in their country 😀.
Excellent summarized report. Uruguay is a good place to live & retire, specially with the newly elected government. I was there earlier this year for the first time in 14 years & I enjoyed it. I’m considering retiring there. The best part of Uruguay is its simplicity, and relaxed way of life. Thank you.
sorry for the bad news, but im an uruguayan who lives in montevideo and since this new goverment arrives the cost of living and poverty has grown, the same with crime rates, still good country to live, but i must say the truth
Esto que has dicho es una mentira y debería darte verguenza , obviamente eres del frente amplio este gobierno lo ha hecho todo bien y máxime en pandemia
I’m from Montevideo and I’m happy to watched your video here .. best in my country Uruguay : best beaches ! Clean Fresh air .. untouched green natural areas upcountry ...and the huge river “ rio de la plata “ Only 3 million people ...
I've probably watched this video seven or eight times. I keep coming back to it because I like the things I hear about Uruguay. I like it's liberalism and low corruption for sure. Uruguay is in the top three countries that I'm seriously considering. 👍🏽
If you are planning on retiring to Uruguay, better be LOADED! The country is ridiculously expensive. I like visiting friends there, it's very laid back, and there are lots of older adults. A good portion of the younger population emigrate toward more stimulating destinations. If you have a lot of money and you are looking for tranquility, Uruguay is a good option.
I was there and I sure agree with your assessment. I thoroughly enjoyed my nine day visit there. I rented a car, and drove through 15 of the 19 departamentos of Uruguay. Met fascinating people, including the man that is in the Guinness world record Book for his pencil collection!
When people ask me what country I want to visit more than any other my answer is Uruguay and the looks I get in return are hilarious. It's no joke though - this place is #1 on my bucket list of travel destinations.
@Aldo Caprione for South America media prices are higher, eating out, hotel, renting a car and even souvenirs. But of you are into cultural events ... either free or wildly cheap in Montevideo. If anyone has plans for a visit, make sure to keep the evenings busy with concerts and do not (I repeat) DO NOT miss the ballet!
I'm sorry I didn't found this video earlier, the game we play is actually called "Truco", like "trick", just a small correction since I like that game. Other thing, if you're scared since it's a spanish country please ask in english, someone will be always there to help, including me! Love the video btw! thanks for showing our small but humble country!
@Julio Terra conozco gente que piso un monton de escuelas diferentes de idiomas y honestamente son todas una porqueria en comparacion con dedicarle el tiempo a aprender como se debe. Mejor que gastar, es sumergirte online en el idioma, practicarlo a diario y buscar vocabulario, recien indagar en gramatica cuando se tenga un minimo concepto del idioma y de ser posible contratar un profesor nativo para mejorar la pronunciacion eventualmente (por skype). Mas barato, mas efectivo. Obviamente lo mas efectivo es mudarse al pais que hable ese idioma nativamente pero bueno, por un buen tiempo imposible
Teniendo en cuenta en que mundo y epoca vivis, no saber ingles, nada de nada, es casi analfabetismo jaja. Hacete un favor y aprender al menos lo suficiente para tener una conversacion
RoninBlue - yours are by far the best videos I've seen on the topic of traveling to, and living in Central & South American countries. They contain a lot of very practical information, combined with good insight on the more intangible aspects. Good job! (As usual).
There's a saying: You get what you pay for. Your description of Uruguay seems to reflect this. While it's not the cheapest ex-pat destination, it does seem to be among the more stable and prosperous. I've encountered people online (who claim to know the country) who totally bitch and moan about how expensive and terrible it is. One of these guys claimed to be out of work for years. I read this as people looking for "cheap" rather than "good". Your report was enough to make me dig deeper and plan a visit. Great video.
Sounds like an undiscovered jewel of LatAm with a laidback Euro lifestyle (think Brussels, Geneva). This part of the world may be 30-40 years behind the ‘developed’ world in some respects but it hasn’t lost many traditional values of yesteryear. They have good internet, mobile telephony, potable water and a slower pace of life. So the downside seems minimal unless one is looking for something more fast paced and in your face. (Buenos Aires is just a short boat ride away!) Maybe best not to promote it too much and keep it for the discerning prepared to discover this little gem.
I love Uruguay. I spent the winter there two years ago and would love to do that again. The downside is that they deal in US currency which diminishes the value of my Canadian currency. Most of what you said in this video is true except for the cost of living. Rentals are higher but buying an apartment can be lower.
I was privileged to visit Montevideo in 1955 for only one day. I was a 19-year-old sailor aboard the USS Bennington CVA-20 an aircraft carrier. Our ship was changing its main port from Brooklyn to San Francisco and the Bennington was too big to go through the Panama Canal. We were there only two and a half days and I could get off on one day. It was Rosh Hashanah so I went to a local synagogue and met a lovely German Jewish family who brought me to their home. I also remember having lunch at a hotel on Plaza Independencia
The first 1/3 of the video seems to me more directed towards the tourist, with emphasis on food, sights to see and things to do. Yet, the title is directed at potential retirees. As retired person, I need to know more detail about the cost of living, moderately priced houses and rents, taxes on my US income, sales and real estate taxes, cost of medical and dental care, utilities, libraries and universities, requirements and ease of obtaining permanent residency and future citizenship. How closely a location resembles Miami is a trivial matter! If Miami were my interest, I could relocate there. I live only a few hundred miles from Miami.
Very GOOD JOB Mate !!! I'm uruguayan 68 y.o., but now live in Australia.- I think return home after this Covid 19 because Sydney is very expenssive for live.- Thank you for your information for retired people european and north american.-
If you want to visit go ahead people are friendly and you can have a nice real and natural experience, pretty sure you make some forever friends on the way
I visited Uruguay, Peru and Argentina last winter really impressed when I visited. I’m aware that it isn’t overly expensive to live here compared to my current home but is still one of the more expensive in South America. Still, It seems fair for what’s offered. Still, I’d like to know what it’s like for those with trades, and how is the work to life balance?
Good summary. Found the Uruguayan Peso a tad over valued a year ago but see it has lost a bit of value since then. Definitely not as flashy or as big a wow factor as Argentina but could see why one might choose it for a stress free retirement.
@@pamelars7497 Yes, as an argentinian, if you dont want to go far is not the worst choice inside latam, but why settiling with just Uruguay (sorry) when you can get southern Europe for a similar cost of living, more or less? Specially portugal if you like beaches.
@@pamelars7497 Sorry Pam, but i'm uruguayan and let me tell ya some details. Uruguay is more expensive than Spain but cheapier than Norway or Swirtzerland. The problem here are the taxes!!! We have Japaneses taxes and Uganda's services!!Joke appart....we live in the most peaceful country.Love.
I like that the country is 90% European. We have a lot of divisiveness in the U.S which is ruining the Country.With more money avail to us, Uruguay looks better than Ecuador (which we have checked out also). We would like to move, but we have all our families and friends here. We like Tango, but have no access to it where we live.
I moved to USA 21 years ago. At that moment I felt everything was better here (in USA). Nowadays I don't think so. There are certain things better in Uruguay like: Healthcare system, natural food and lyfestyle, free education, democratic system. There are many other better in USA like: endless chances of economic success and in general terms safer than Uruguay. If I could, I would plan a retirement sharing half of the year in both countries (like the snowbirds)
You left behind lack of affordable healthcare, childcare and the growing social divide. I hope to be able to live the US in. 3 years and move overseas. I outgrew the US and worried what will happens here in 2 years
Free education? really? i pay over 12 mil pesos for your free education, no seas tonta nada es gratis nada! the food? ask for oyesters or lobster no existe, they sell you hotdogs in restaurantes finos, everything costs 3 times more then in the US,,, its a wellfare state thanks to the left,,, move back we can talk
I've lived in the United States most of my life and the more I learn about Uruguay the more I love it. I'm, seriously, considering moving to Uruguay. What do I have to do to move tio Uruguay? Is it even possible?
WIN THE LOTO FIRST, EVERYTHING COSTS 3 TIMES MORE THEN IN THE US, ITS A WELLFARTE STATE SO YOU WILL PAY HIGH TAXES, THESE VIDEOS DONT SHOW YOU THE REAL URUGUAY
Uruguay sounds promising! Thanks for sharing these insights. Exploring retirement options can be exciting. This video offers valuable points to consider.
An aunt of mine who traveled to all countries in South America and lots of countries in Europe told that Uruguay is a great place to live for is a very civilized country.
Visited Montevideo in December, definitely considering a move here in the long term. I know it isn’t exactly cheap but I know I live in an area that’s way more expensive. Is it a good country for people with trades?
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@@CX-ns4ft lucky you! I grew up in the countryside and spent many years in the army, slept and spent a lot of time in the open countryside and I saw just two tiny black scorpions in my life.....one I found it too late, inside one of my boots, nothing significant, like getting burnt. In general I think this is a pretty decent place to live, with all the services and activities, very relaxed, friendly and peaceful country.
one update regarding cost of living. Uruguay was surprisingly expensive during the years, say, 2007 to 2017. The local currency was very strong at the time, a. strong trade balance, b. government put on quite some debt in foreign currency which it then converted to local currency to spent on whatever. This has reversed somewhat. Local currency lost half its value to USD over the last, not sure, 7 or 8 years or so. So, cost of living now, is ok, wouldn't call it cheap
Uruguay has a lot of negatives. First it is a dump. Dirty and unclean. We are here now and the people are unfriendly and you have to keep your head down because there is so much dog poop. The streets are unclean and have holes everywhere you walk. Very disgusting and disappointing. Don’t waste your money.
Uraguay is a very well kept secret in the USA. Many Americans will retire to dangerous Mexico or other parts of crime ridden central America, and when you talk to them about Uraguay they act like they never heard of the country, or respond "Oh yes Paraguay I've heard of that place". From my understanding 70% of the population in Uraguay have European ancestry (hence the name Ura vs Euro). So it's feels more like home for white Americans and Europeans. They have a beautiful tourist town in southern Uraguay that is mostly German. Americans who travel there say it seems strange to see so many "white people" speaking Spanish in Uraguay I would love to live there one day
Yes, it is not spelled the way it sounds. Maybe Americans pronounce it incorrectly Americans pronounce it YURA-GUAY, not like it's spelled YURO-GUAY. But that was my point , YURO-GUAY sounds like EURO- PEAN. Hence the name of the country sounds like it was named after the Europeans that populate most of the country I made the misspelling mistake based on how it's pronounced here. Not by how it supposed to be pronounced according to the example of EURO-PEAN I gave. You straighten out the phonetic point I was actually trying to make
Wow! I'm a 59 years-old Uruguayan and never saw an scorpion... Not even on the north! Ok, I'm not saying there aren't, but they are so scarce and only found on deep rural areas. Anyway, I'm here 4 years late to say this is a great resume about my country.
Been here it's very calm and peaceful but my god everything is EXPENSIVE! sometimes even more expensive that these so called highly developed countries like the US and Europe. I enjoyed my short stay but the food seriously lacks spices, it's just me. Montevideo felt like it's got that old charm vibe ❤ so if you want to be transported back to that era, experience it yourself.
2000 USD for a couple is NOT enough to survive in Uruguay. Only if you own a place and need not rent you need a minimum of 1000 USD per person per month, absolute minimum, without really doing anything. the rental prices would be for run-down places and no way for high quality homes
One quick update regarding jobs, if you're into software development there are opportunities. The government has made a big push with regards to infrastructure and free software development education, and it's quickly becoming a top export for the country. Cheers!
Uruguay is a wonderful country. I lived for three months in Montevideo at Palacio Salvo in 2019. When it was completed in 1928, it was the tallest building in South America. Friendly people. Wonderful cafes. A paradise for classical music and classic movie enthusiasts. But, be forewarned. Is difficult to get by without being competent in Spanish--as I certainly am not. Most ATM machines are only in Spanish. Is not cheap. (You will not see many backpackers around.) And, is only two hours from Buenos Aires by ferry.
Pues tú marido no sabe lo que se pierde yo estoy seguro que si va y conoce el Uruguay y su gente no se va más y se transforma en un uruguayo más ... saludos desde Uruguay mi hermoso país y el suyo si vienen a vivir bienvenidos sean
Please be aware that Punta del Este is NOT in or near Montevideo...it is several hundred miles away on the Atlantic. This isn't made very clear in the video...
He visitado Uruguay en 2019 recorri. Montevideo la ciudad vieja pero es real no habia subte ni tren, Colonia de Sacramento q preciosa ciudad, Piriapolis para quedarme a vivir y Punta del Este ya habia ido 6 veces.
Sounds great you didnt mention they play rugby there and have the 8th oldest club in the world. They also played in this yrs world cup winning game in the group. Looks like a great country . Will visit in January.
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I appreciate the fact that you at least addressed some of the areas outside of the Cities , but would really like to see a out in the Country video that strictly focuses on the ranching and farming Communities , I could Never live in a City anywhere ,I am a Country Boy and that's where I fill at home !
Looking for a new place to be during European winters, and Uruguay looks good! Finished with Asia, so will take a month just to see what its all about. Rentals possible for 5-6 months at the time??
Hi Harry, Uruguay is a beautiful and calm country, some people say it reminded them the Spain or Italy of the 60s but very expensive!!! And of course we have delinquency. But overall is a quiet and beautiful place. The coast is very nice, Punta del Este, Punta Ballena, Jose Ignacio, Cabo Polonio. Cheers and good luck
Usually home rentals are for a minimum of one year in Montevideo, but you can easily find temporary rentals in the rest of the country, especially in the beach resorts. If you want to stay in Montevideo, check out Airbnb and negotiate a better rate for longer stays.
Living here is more or less good only if you are retired and have a goo income out of it. And i have to say that comparing this country to Europe or Los angeles is a bit naive, yes its cheaper but not by much considering this is a third world country and one of the most expensive places in South America not to mention that it being the "safest country" is debatable considering that we are being compared to countries that have 10mill more people than us. Also you should research prices in Uruguayan web pages as most of the prices are at least 10-15% more expensive and a decent one room apartment that is not located in a VERY unsafe neighborghood doesnt go beneath 250 USD. And do not a repeat DO NOT come here to work and build a life as you will quickly regret it.
@@gerardopuga8639 "3rd world" is an uneducated and unofficial classification. It's ridiculous because development is a continuous, but this concept says every country is either 3rd world or not, black or white. Based on your definition Romania, Haiti, Uruguay and Congo are all 3rd world and all the same? Well obviously not. What you need to look at is ranking of countries by gdp, life expectancy, health, safety, availability of utilities, culture and arts, etc. and draw conclusions on how to rank them. Also there is lifestyle that people can prefer...Hong Kong is a wealthy city but who wants to retire in a tiny apartment in a crowded city? Possibly with that money you can buy a comfortable house with surrounding yards near the coast in Uruguay and get a much better quality of life.
Me suena que nos uruguayo y la envidia de este pequeño gran país te carcome .déjame adivinar de que país SOS .seguramente de alguno que no la está pasando bien y quisiera ser como Uruguay
@Rintintin7676 Yes, I agree about lumping all countries that aren't considered "first world" into this amorphous category. I live in the US, and I can't believe how many areas in this country are so run down and trashy. They look just like Haiti.
Golf courses and shopping malls?? Blah! Is there remote public land where I can ride a dirt bike? Is there ready access to refractory materials and electronic components? What's the paragliding like? How far to the nearest skiing? Is there delivery service to small or remote villages? As an expat can I own my own acre of dirt? Is there water inland sufficient to grow a garden? Can a person own a single-shot hunting rifle? I really like this video and everything you've mentioned about Uruguay. Just wish I knew more about those aspects dearest to my heart.
I'm from Uruguay so I'll take on a few of your questions. Actually the best shopping mall and golf course in Montevideo are less than 10 blocks apart in the "Punta Carretas" neiborhood (not the most expensive one). Lots of places to mountain bike, we have small ridges (300 to 500 meters high) which are popular between mountain bikers. You can own land and the climate will take care of a garden all year round. You can own any type of revolver or shotgun but only small caliber rifles (not automatic either) and up to 9mm pistols.
Regarding the ski centers, there are no mountains in uruguay so the closest one you will find would be in argentina 600 miles away from uruguay. There is a delivery service for small/remote towns wich is pretty inexpensive. Outside of Montevideo there is a vast countryside where you could be able to buy you own place with a few acres. Within montevideo there are several neighborhoods im which it is most common to have a house with a garden such as carrasco and malvin. Finally Uruguay is the 6th country with most gun per capita, so you can get yourself a gun however it is not as simple as in the US
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I am Uruguayan, this video has a lot of info that is not easy to put together, and it's accurate. There is a lot of work behind this 17' video.
Good job.
@ MrDanieluy. Thank you for noticing and I'm glad you liked it.
MrDanieluy good to know thanks
I am Uruguayan as well, I enjoyed the video until the mention of "scorpions". I've never seen a scorpion in Uruguay in my entire life. I'm not saying they don't exist, but they're not such a big deal to be mentioned in a video.
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@@MarcelaE thanks for your comment with regard "scorpions", better to focus on the meat sandwiches, and the ice cream :) .
TH-cam recommendation: 8 reasons to retire to Uruguay
Me, an uruguayan living in Uruguay: I'll consider it.
I am from Uruguay and I want to retire to Europe 😂
Lol, imagine for me an uruguayan living 1 year ago abroad, youtube was a wtf
sameee jajajjajaj
Ramiro de Souza 😂🤣😂🤣😂
Okay, that is too funny!!!! And I'm in USA thinking,. I would have to learn a new language and money and etc
Great video! I am from Southern Brazil, but intimately linked to Uruguay, as one of my great-grandfathers was from Tacuarembó, another great-grandfather was spanish, though he arrived from Europe in Montevideo in the early XX Century, then ended up in Rio Grande do Sul state (Brazil). Else my family used to have a few "estancias" along the border, there was one by the river (Jaguarão) that draws part of the border between the two countries, we used to spend vacations on their beaches as kids (Barra del Chuy, La Coronilla, Cabo Polonio, Punta Ballena, Maldonado, Punta del Este etc)....I miss the parrilladas, the Dulce de Leche Conaprole, the queso cozido of Melo's Dairy Products Cooperative, the Paso de Los Toros grape fruit soft drink etc etc.... so many great memories from the friendly country and its kind-educated people. I live far away, but who knows,maybe one day I'll be able to visit again. 🇺🇾 🇧🇷 🇺🇾 🇧🇷 👍👍👍😎🧉
My wife and I are taking steps, right now, to travel to Uruguay in order to see for ourselves, and to experience a little of the inevitable culture shock before making a lifelong commitment. We are very excited, and plan on bringing fresh eyes. We've heard that expats have affected the economy in negative ways, and we hope to not contribute to that phenomenon.
Not a problem if you have an income.
Me too but I don’t think there’ll be any “shock” involved. Just a shedding of the BS from the US
How?
They bring money to spend in my Country.
I retired and living in Canada 🇨🇦 since 1983.
We back home many times to visit; but I'am living Canada and back to my beautiful Uruguay 🤔to stay there. I retired 68 years of age. I dreaming about it.
NO vengan. Solo van a joder.
@@mariav1900 why would anybody retire in Canada? It's one of the most expensive countries on earth!
Uruguay es un país único un paraíso en Latinoamérica ...amo ese país su gente tan amables su tranquilidad sus tradiciones su seguridad su sistema de salud su democracia y la calidad de sus productos ...love you Uruguaya
Gracias, pero no te metas con la Celeste porque te saltamos todos a la yugular 😜 Otra que esa, si venís a sumar, bienvenidos!❤️
I visited Uruguay in 2019. I would like to live there one day. I love the country, the people and their stress free lifestyle.
I'm thinking of visiting there to gauge if retirement is feasible.
Another informative video from Ronin Blue! Went to Uruguay ten years ago and was very impressed. Good roads, beautiful waterfront, great food, just as Ronin described. If I were to retire in South America, it would definitely be here.
I lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina for 10 years. I have visited Uruguay 🇺🇾☺ a few times I found the country beautiful and the people very welcomingly and friendly I hope to visit Uruguay in the future and spend an extended time in their country 😀.
Excellent summarized report. Uruguay is a good place to live & retire, specially with the newly elected government. I was there earlier this year for the first time in 14 years & I enjoyed it. I’m considering retiring there. The best part of Uruguay is its simplicity, and relaxed way of life. Thank you.
sorry for the bad news, but im an uruguayan who lives in montevideo and since this new goverment arrives the cost of living and poverty has grown, the same with crime rates, still good country to live, but i must say the truth
Esto que has dicho es una mentira y debería darte verguenza , obviamente eres del frente amplio este gobierno lo ha hecho todo bien y máxime en pandemia
Have they organic fruits, vegetables and grains at a reasonable price? Thanks.
Can't believe this homie dead
@@espartacus001 no mientas
I’m from Montevideo and I’m happy to watched your video here .. best in my country Uruguay : best beaches ! Clean Fresh air .. untouched green natural areas upcountry ...and the huge river “ rio de la plata “
Only 3 million people ...
Thank you for watching! Your country is beautiful, no doubt!
What's the price of a 2 bedrooms apartment in a good area, average. Thank you.
I’m moving there from California next month, glad to hear it’s such a great place
How would you characterize the people? 🇺🇾 (Generally speaking)
Can you give me your phone number
Uruguay 🇺🇾 is a beautiful paradise come to live your dream in this great 👍🏻 land 😀
I would love too but I don't have much money and I only speak English is it cheaper to.live outside the city
Omni Highwind yes very
Mostra el pack
Pablo Vaz . Yes ,but you need a lot of dollar
Norma De La Iglesia no
I've probably watched this video seven or eight times. I keep coming back to it because I like the things I hear about Uruguay. I like it's liberalism and low corruption for sure. Uruguay is in the top three countries that I'm seriously considering. 👍🏽
You don't know how much that means to us. Thank you for watching!
I am Uruguayan...if you come, please leave your 'Liberalism' in the dysfunctional dis-united states
low corruption you said? JAJAJAJAJAJA
If you are planning on retiring to Uruguay, better be LOADED! The country is ridiculously expensive. I like visiting friends there, it's very laid back, and there are lots of older adults. A good portion of the younger population emigrate toward more stimulating destinations. If you have a lot of money and you are looking for tranquility, Uruguay is a good option.
I was there and I sure agree with your assessment. I thoroughly enjoyed my nine day visit there. I rented a car, and drove through 15 of the 19 departamentos of Uruguay. Met fascinating people, including the man that is in the Guinness world record Book for his pencil collection!
When people ask me what country I want to visit more than any other my answer is Uruguay and the looks I get in return are hilarious. It's no joke though - this place is #1 on my bucket list of travel destinations.
It's expensive, but never seen a tourist regret the visit.
😱 Where are you from?
@Aldo Caprione for South America media prices are higher, eating out, hotel, renting a car and even souvenirs. But of you are into cultural events ... either free or wildly cheap in Montevideo. If anyone has plans for a visit, make sure to keep the evenings busy with concerts and do not (I repeat) DO NOT miss the ballet!
@Aldo Caprione then you should book a holiday next year, make sure to go during the summer!
@Aldo Caprione is a real winter, wet, rainy and cold...the thing is that you won't be able to enjoy the beach and your gonna miss the carnival
90% European! Wow. That's more European than most of europe now!
Pretty much the entire american continent has more "Europeans" than Europe, i guess its assumed already
That's raaaaaacist!!!!! Lol.
😂😂😂😂😂, you're right!!!
Argentina and Uruguay are always saying that they’re the most European countries in America 🤣🤣🤣they have zero personality.
@Jorge Garcia so being white is better?🇺🇾 is a small country maybe that’s why.
I'm sorry I didn't found this video earlier, the game we play is actually called "Truco", like "trick", just a small correction since I like that game. Other thing, if you're scared since it's a spanish country please ask in english, someone will be always there to help, including me!
Love the video btw! thanks for showing our small but humble country!
Thank you for taking the time to put together this fabulous presentation about my little country... where I was born and where I'll return shortly.
No entendí nada pero hablan de Uruguay así que genial ah
Mood JDBBSBSBSJSBBS
Ivan Medina daban todas las razones para uno retirarse en 🇺🇾. Saludos de Chicago!!!
@Julio Terra conozco gente que piso un monton de escuelas diferentes de idiomas y honestamente son todas una porqueria en comparacion con dedicarle el tiempo a aprender como se debe.
Mejor que gastar, es sumergirte online en el idioma, practicarlo a diario y buscar vocabulario, recien indagar en gramatica cuando se tenga un minimo concepto del idioma y de ser posible contratar un profesor nativo para mejorar la pronunciacion eventualmente (por skype). Mas barato, mas efectivo.
Obviamente lo mas efectivo es mudarse al pais que hable ese idioma nativamente pero bueno, por un buen tiempo imposible
Teniendo en cuenta en que mundo y epoca vivis, no saber ingles, nada de nada, es casi analfabetismo jaja.
Hacete un favor y aprender al menos lo suficiente para tener una conversacion
Hay que aprender ingles 😛 . Es mas que nada por que retirarse a Uruguay.
Hermoso Uruguay, saludos desde Perú!
RoninBlue - yours are by far the best videos I've seen on the topic of traveling to, and living in Central & South American countries. They contain a lot of very practical information, combined with good insight on the more intangible aspects. Good job! (As usual).
There's a saying: You get what you pay for. Your description of Uruguay seems to reflect this. While it's not the cheapest ex-pat destination, it does seem to be among the more stable and prosperous. I've encountered people online (who claim to know the country) who totally bitch and moan about how expensive and terrible it is. One of these guys claimed to be out of work for years. I read this as people looking for "cheap" rather than "good". Your report was enough to make me dig deeper and plan a visit. Great video.
Great video! Certainly worth considering as a retirement destination. Will check it out!
Thanks....from Australia.
Sounds like an undiscovered jewel of LatAm with a laidback Euro lifestyle (think Brussels, Geneva). This part of the world may be 30-40 years behind the ‘developed’ world in some respects but it hasn’t lost many traditional values of yesteryear. They have good internet, mobile telephony, potable water and a slower pace of life. So the downside seems minimal unless one is looking for something more fast paced and in your face. (Buenos Aires is just a short boat ride away!) Maybe best not to promote it too much and keep it for the discerning prepared to discover this little gem.
I love Uruguay. I spent the winter there two years ago and would love to do that again. The downside is that they deal in US currency which diminishes the value of my Canadian currency. Most of what you said in this video is true except for the cost of living. Rentals are higher but buying an apartment can be lower.
absolutely not you should visit rest of south america
@@jimsmith4658 What are you talking about?
@@dawnemile4974 rest of south america is better, THAT IS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT
@@jimsmith4658 Have you lived in Pocito, Montevideo, in a hotel for 3 months?
@@dawnemile4974 I'm from Pocitos, Montevideo. I imagine you enjoyed nice walks down our "rambla". Glad you had a good time here.
A nuestro país lo que lo hace bueno e interesante es que no sea tan conocido.
I was privileged to visit Montevideo in 1955 for only one day. I was a 19-year-old sailor aboard the USS Bennington CVA-20 an aircraft carrier. Our ship was changing its main port from Brooklyn to San Francisco and the Bennington was too big to go through the Panama Canal. We were there only two and a half days and I could get off on one day. It was Rosh Hashanah so I went to a local synagogue and met a lovely German Jewish family who brought me to their home. I also remember having lunch at a hotel on Plaza Independencia
Wonderful story. Thank you sir.
The first 1/3 of the video seems to me more directed towards the tourist, with emphasis on food, sights to see and things to do. Yet, the title is directed at potential retirees. As retired person, I need to know more detail about the cost of living, moderately priced houses and rents, taxes on my US income, sales and real estate taxes, cost of medical and dental care, utilities, libraries and universities, requirements and ease of obtaining permanent residency and future citizenship.
How closely a location resembles Miami is a trivial matter! If Miami were my interest, I could relocate there. I live only a few hundred miles from Miami.
Very GOOD JOB Mate !!! I'm uruguayan 68 y.o., but now live in Australia.- I think return home after this Covid 19 because Sydney is very expenssive for live.- Thank you for your information for retired people european and north american.-
@Vicente Gineika. Thank you for watching. It's great to have that choice in mind to return home!
Sydney and indeed Australia are gone and you know why...
Wow! You did a great job putting all that information together.
You all are welcome here. I'm Uruguayan.
Thanks! 😃
I was just here for a school project but now I wanna visit
@LEO CARTOONZ. Must have been an interesting project!
If you want to visit go ahead people are friendly and you can have a nice real and natural experience, pretty sure you make some forever friends on the way
noobs, i'm planning to live there
noobs, I was born and live there hehehe
I visited Uruguay, Peru and Argentina last winter really impressed when I visited. I’m aware that it isn’t overly expensive to live here compared to my current home but is still one of the more expensive in South America. Still, It seems fair for what’s offered. Still, I’d like to know what it’s like for those with trades, and how is the work to life balance?
Good summary. Found the Uruguayan Peso a tad over valued a year ago but see it has lost a bit of value since then. Definitely not as flashy or as big a wow factor as Argentina but could see why one might choose it for a stress free retirement.
Me: minding my own business
TH-cam recommendations: 8 reasons to retire to Uruguay
Me: Interesting
my search history: *i say thank you i designed it*
He failed to say that is as expensive as Europe, no joking here
Easy good sir. Taxes and sindicates are a problem to solve. Sorry for bad grammar.
@@pamelars7497 Yes, as an argentinian, if you dont want to go far is not the worst choice inside latam, but why settiling with just Uruguay (sorry) when you can get southern Europe for a similar cost of living, more or less? Specially portugal if you like beaches.
@@pamelars7497 Sorry Pam, but i'm uruguayan and let me tell ya some details. Uruguay is more expensive than Spain but cheapier than Norway or Swirtzerland. The problem here are the taxes!!! We have Japaneses taxes and Uganda's services!!Joke appart....we live in the most peaceful country.Love.
After this pandemic I'm moving to our sibling country Uruguay
deupjhr41
bien venido!
Identical twins in cultural terms.
@@frangamer1892 U r welcome =)
You are welcome to Uruguay when you wish!
I like that the country is 90% European. We have a lot of divisiveness in the U.S which is ruining the Country.With more money avail to us, Uruguay looks better than Ecuador (which we have checked out also). We would like to move, but we have all our families and friends here. We like Tango, but have no access to it where we live.
This was an amazing intro to Uruguay. Thank you so much.
Good presentation brother! I am very impressed with Uruguay and have added it to my possible retirement plans.
sounds great. America is collapsing, so this seems like a good option....
That’s why I’ve been watching these types of videos too😅
@@first9299 socialism, unrest and corrupt politicians
Same in Australia 🌏
@@emperor___palpatine Lack of socialism, unrest and corrupt pols(and media.) Yup, USA
I moved to USA 21 years ago. At that moment I felt everything was better here (in USA). Nowadays I don't think so. There are certain things better in Uruguay like: Healthcare system, natural food and lyfestyle, free education, democratic system. There are many other better in USA like: endless chances of economic success and in general terms safer than Uruguay. If I could, I would plan a retirement sharing half of the year in both countries (like the snowbirds)
You left behind lack of affordable healthcare, childcare and the growing social divide. I hope to be able to live the US in. 3 years and move overseas. I outgrew the US and worried what will happens here in 2 years
Free education? really? i pay over 12 mil pesos for your free education, no seas tonta nada es gratis nada! the food? ask for oyesters or lobster no existe, they sell you hotdogs in restaurantes finos, everything costs 3 times more then in the US,,, its a wellfare state thanks to the left,,, move back we can talk
I've been to Uruguay 2x...love it!
I've lived in the United States most of my life and the more I learn about Uruguay the more I love it.
I'm, seriously, considering moving to Uruguay. What do I have to do to move tio Uruguay? Is it even possible?
Sure, it's possible. The best place to start is at the Uruguayan embassy. Residence and even citizenship are easily obtainable
Watch the video
WIN THE LOTO FIRST, EVERYTHING COSTS 3 TIMES MORE THEN IN THE US, ITS A WELLFARTE STATE SO YOU WILL PAY HIGH TAXES, THESE VIDEOS DONT SHOW YOU THE REAL URUGUAY
Uruguay sounds promising! Thanks for sharing these insights. Exploring retirement options can be exciting. This video offers valuable points to consider.
I was born in Uruguay and it's beautiful ♥️😭💯
Pa mas firme
An aunt of mine who traveled to all countries in South America and lots of countries in Europe told that Uruguay is a great place to live for is a very civilized country.
Che. Mate and Suarez 🤗
Do you think that this video is correct about there not being many jobs?
Visited Montevideo in December, definitely considering a move here in the long term. I know it isn’t exactly cheap but I know I live in an area that’s way more expensive. Is it a good country for people with trades?
When your country is so awesome that the worst con is “scorpions”.
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Funny thing is....I lived for 20 years in Uruguay and I saw a mini scorpion just once, in La Paloma
@@CX-ns4ft lucky you! I grew up in the countryside and spent many years in the army, slept and spent a lot of time in the open countryside and I saw just two tiny black scorpions in my life.....one I found it too late, inside one of my boots, nothing significant, like getting burnt. In general I think this is a pretty decent place to live, with all the services and activities, very relaxed, friendly and peaceful country.
@@leonpedro1135 Just came across this...Mr. Nicholas teaches how to invest yes? as this would be new ground for me. Thank you and stay safe!
Greetings from Connecticut, US.
I found your presentation very useful
Thank you.
one update regarding cost of living. Uruguay was surprisingly expensive during the years, say, 2007 to 2017. The local currency was very strong at the time, a. strong trade balance, b. government put on quite some debt in foreign currency which it then converted to local currency to spent on whatever. This has reversed somewhat. Local currency lost half its value to USD over the last, not sure, 7 or 8 years or so. So, cost of living now, is ok, wouldn't call it cheap
No worse than the US and without any of the negatives of that country.
An insightful comment of great value to those watching this video, thank you for making that reply. :)
Uruguay has a lot of negatives. First it is a dump. Dirty and unclean. We are here now and the people are unfriendly and you have to keep your head down because there is so much dog poop. The streets are unclean and have holes everywhere you walk. Very disgusting and disappointing. Don’t waste your money.
Uraguay is a very well kept secret in the USA. Many Americans will retire to dangerous Mexico or other parts of crime ridden central America, and when you talk to them about Uraguay they act like they never heard of the country, or respond "Oh yes Paraguay I've heard of that place".
From my understanding 70% of the population in Uraguay have European ancestry (hence the name Ura vs Euro). So it's feels more like home for white Americans and Europeans. They have a beautiful tourist town in southern Uraguay that is mostly German.
Americans who travel there say it seems strange to see so many "white people" speaking Spanish in Uraguay
I would love to live there one day
Sorry, I didn't understand what you tried to say about "Ura vs Euro". Could you explain it please?
Also, isn't it called Uruguay not Uraguay?
Yes, it is not spelled the way it sounds. Maybe Americans pronounce it incorrectly
Americans pronounce it YURA-GUAY, not like it's spelled YURO-GUAY.
But that was my point , YURO-GUAY sounds like EURO- PEAN.
Hence the name of the country sounds like it was named after the Europeans that populate most of the country
I made the misspelling mistake based on how it's pronounced here. Not by how it supposed to be pronounced according to the example of EURO-PEAN I gave.
You straighten out the phonetic point I was actually trying to make
Wow! I'm a 59 years-old Uruguayan and never saw an scorpion... Not even on the north! Ok, I'm not saying there aren't, but they are so scarce and only found on deep rural areas. Anyway, I'm here 4 years late to say this is a great resume about my country.
Aguante Uruguay , un saludo para todos.
Mucho amor para Grecia. Vamo uruguay! E vamo peñarol! No nacional, perdon 😂
Been several times. Beautiful place.
Thank you for this video. You did a great and honest explanation about this country.
Been here it's very calm and peaceful but my god everything is EXPENSIVE! sometimes even more expensive that these so called highly developed countries like the US and Europe. I enjoyed my short stay but the food seriously lacks spices, it's just me. Montevideo felt like it's got that old charm vibe ❤ so if you want to be transported back to that era, experience it yourself.
Life is more expensive? Is that because they import everything?
@@jdlc903 yes
It really depends on the exchange rate of the dollar. It has been very expensive for foreigners for some years, but not anymore.
All the positives are relevant to me. Hope to visit for extended period of time in the near future when I retire.
Really like the presentation in this video! Very informative!
Please come to Uruguay 🇺🇾 is beautiful and people loves USA 🇺🇸 here is paradise 😘😘😘
I am a farmer, and want to purchase land and migrate from here
@@childmasti4101 come to uruguay is the most beautiful country in the world
thinking about it, can i hire software developers there and graphic designers?
@@thekeytothegate yes
@@pablovazilovelovegoogle4ever shoot me an email i would love to pick your brain further. i am currently in canada starting a new business.
And remember to aprender español to make your life easier in Uruguay.
2000 USD for a couple is NOT enough to survive in Uruguay. Only if you own a place and need not rent you need a minimum of 1000 USD per person per month, absolute minimum, without really doing anything. the rental prices would be for run-down places and no way for high quality homes
I believe for residency a couple needs to show $2500/month. Of course, everyone spends differently.
Siii.vengan a vivir a Uruguay.sean bienvenidos!!!!
Habla por vos
@@uruguayelpapu5079 jajajajajajaaj. Por turismo?
One quick update regarding jobs, if you're into software development there are opportunities. The government has made a big push with regards to infrastructure and free software development education, and it's quickly becoming a top export for the country. Cheers!
Hi, I am a software developer considering moving to Uruguay. What kinds of opportunities do you mean? That there are many engineers to hire?
@@heeroyuy298 Average income is 32k per year compared to 125k+ in California.
That's for an engineer, its lower for other professions.
Uruguay is a wonderful country. I lived for three months in Montevideo at Palacio Salvo in 2019. When it was completed in 1928, it was the tallest building in South America. Friendly people. Wonderful cafes. A paradise for classical music and classic movie enthusiasts.
But, be forewarned. Is difficult to get by without being competent in Spanish--as I certainly am not. Most ATM machines are only in Spanish. Is not cheap. (You will not see many backpackers around.) And, is only two hours from Buenos Aires by ferry.
Yet it's the best country to go in South America if you don't know Spanish, as the average level of English is better than everywhere else.
I really like what you're saying about Uruguay, it sounds like a dream, but my wife would never let me move there.
Pues tú marido no sabe lo que se pierde yo estoy seguro que si va y conoce el Uruguay y su gente no se va más y se transforma en un uruguayo más ... saludos desde Uruguay mi hermoso país y el suyo si vienen a vivir bienvenidos sean
Please be aware that Punta del Este is NOT in or near Montevideo...it is several hundred miles away on the Atlantic. This isn't made very clear in the video...
True. I've been to Punta from Montevideo on car and it took four hours of driving through grass and hills
Punta del Este si 120km East of Montevideo, that’s about 75 miles. It is near.
For American people, to drive from Montevideo to Punta del Este is almost like a daily drive, remember that.
its only one hundred miles,,, 150 km. for been more exact
@@oliviaanderson1210 you took the wrong route jajaja it only takes 1 and a half hour including stopping
Modestly I’ve been there 7 times as a tourist from California USA 🇺🇸 and I knew 14 of the 19 departments.
SOY DE URUGUAY .HERMOSO . NO HAY TRENES .UNA PENA SE EXTRAÑAN .SE NECESITA INVERSION EXTRANJERA . LA CAMPIÑA HERMOSA Y SUS CIUDADES .
He visitado Uruguay en 2019 recorri. Montevideo la ciudad vieja pero es real no habia subte ni tren, Colonia de Sacramento q preciosa ciudad, Piriapolis para quedarme a vivir y Punta del Este ya habia ido 6 veces.
Sounds great you didnt mention they play rugby there and have the 8th oldest club in the world. They also played in this yrs world cup winning game in the group. Looks like a great country . Will visit in January.
Love this! My bf and I are talking about moving there. Of course, we need to learn Spanish so we can be prepared. This is exciting
Love your enthusiasm. If only the total picture were thus rosy!
Your information is quite accurate! Great report. Just the scorpions thing made me laugh, I saw two scorpions in my life and lived here all my life!
I'm sure there are at least 250 cons before Scorpions! WTF! I have lived here My entire life and never seen one!
What are some of the other cons?
Another con is that the producer of the video has never been to Uruguay.
@@anthonylutz118 hahahahahahaha man for some reason I've been laughing for 2 straight minutes with your comment😂 thank you
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Maybe it's because you never went to the countryside I always see scorpions in Punta del este or.other cities
Thanks, good explanation, we plan on visiting.
I appreciate the fact that you at least addressed some of the areas outside of the Cities , but would really like to see a out in the Country video that strictly focuses on the ranching and farming Communities , I could Never live in a City anywhere ,I am a Country Boy and that's where I fill at home !
Looking for a new place to be during European winters, and Uruguay looks good! Finished with Asia, so will take a month just to see what its all about. Rentals possible for 5-6 months at the time??
Hi Harry, Uruguay is a beautiful and calm country, some people say it reminded them the Spain or Italy of the 60s but very expensive!!! And of course we have delinquency. But overall is a quiet and beautiful place. The coast is very nice, Punta del Este, Punta Ballena, Jose Ignacio, Cabo Polonio. Cheers and good luck
@@frangamer1892 I just take a months vaccation first and speak with the locals!
Usually home rentals are for a minimum of one year in Montevideo, but you can easily find temporary rentals in the rest of the country, especially in the beach resorts. If you want to stay in Montevideo, check out Airbnb and negotiate a better rate for longer stays.
Welcome to Uruguay
@RoninBlue Thank you very much in your video for dedicating yourself to inform about my country. Welcome !
You live there? I would like to ask you a few questions if you do.. my name is Bill.. nice to meet you.. hopefully you will respond..
Lovely vid! Thank you!
Good report, but I would like to know who invented the scorpion thing, very funny.
Fantastic video !!!!! So much information !!! Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
You are welcome to Uruguay when you wish!
Great video! Makes me excited to visit Uruguay 🇺🇾
Come...
Excellent video! Thank you for your content!
Glad you enjoyed it!
In the north, in the city of Salto, about 497,097 miles from Montevideo, the hometown of Luis Suárez, Barcelona F.C player, we will find hot springs.
GREAT JOB, Ronin!
Living here is more or less good only if you are retired and have a goo income out of it. And i have to say that comparing this country to Europe or Los angeles is a bit naive, yes its cheaper but not by much considering this is a third world country and one of the most expensive places in South America not to mention that it being the "safest country" is debatable considering that we are being compared to countries that have 10mill more people than us. Also you should research prices in Uruguayan web pages as most of the prices are at least 10-15% more expensive and a decent one room apartment that is not located in a VERY unsafe neighborghood doesnt go beneath 250 USD. And do not a repeat DO NOT come here to work and build a life as you will quickly regret it.
Third World country? Obviously you haven't traveled much, have you?
@@crruan1142 actually yes i have and Uruguay IS a third world country, you can check that based on official data online
@@gerardopuga8639 "3rd world" is an uneducated and unofficial classification. It's ridiculous because development is a continuous, but this concept says every country is either 3rd world or not, black or white. Based on your definition Romania, Haiti, Uruguay and Congo are all 3rd world and all the same? Well obviously not. What you need to look at is ranking of countries by gdp, life expectancy, health, safety, availability of utilities, culture and arts, etc. and draw conclusions on how to rank them. Also there is lifestyle that people can prefer...Hong Kong is a wealthy city but who wants to retire in a tiny apartment in a crowded city? Possibly with that money you can buy a comfortable house with surrounding yards near the coast in Uruguay and get a much better quality of life.
Me suena que nos uruguayo y la envidia de este pequeño gran país te carcome .déjame adivinar de que país SOS .seguramente de alguno que no la está pasando bien y quisiera ser como Uruguay
@Rintintin7676 Yes, I agree about lumping all countries that aren't considered "first world" into this amorphous category. I live in the US, and I can't believe how many areas in this country are so run down and trashy. They look just like Haiti.
I'm uruguayan, but thanks for the recommendation
Uruguay is a country I would love to live in.
Finally someone who pronounces "Montevideo" correctly!!!
Thanks for taking the time.
Very good and direct, thanks
Well done video with lots of information.
Uruguay desperately needs to change their tax systems if they want to see true economic growth. They're bleeding the people dry.
facts
The taxes are not the problem, the problem lies in the way the tax money is spent.
Socialist ruined many things in the country.
@La Wea cries in argentinian
I agree!!!!!
Love uruguay from India
I love India, lets change places😁
@@imnoemit yeah lets do it
Thanks very clear information .I like ur vidio
Henderson Nevada USA
RIP, Ronin.
I have been there. I really liked it.
Correct information, except for the scorpions, it gave me a lot of laugh, 99% of the population never saw a scorpion in their life.
After this video,i'm going to immigrate to Uruguay
Thank you for sharing this
Algeria 🇩🇿 always stands with Uruguay 🇺🇾 United and amicably
oh, Algeria stands with us, that is nice to know
Golf courses and shopping malls?? Blah! Is there remote public land where I can ride a dirt bike? Is there ready access to refractory materials and electronic components? What's the paragliding like? How far to the nearest skiing? Is there delivery service to small or remote villages? As an expat can I own my own acre of dirt? Is there water inland sufficient to grow a garden? Can a person own a single-shot hunting rifle?
I really like this video and everything you've mentioned about Uruguay. Just wish I knew more about those aspects dearest to my heart.
I'm from Uruguay so I'll take on a few of your questions. Actually the best shopping mall and golf course in Montevideo are less than 10 blocks apart in the "Punta Carretas" neiborhood (not the most expensive one). Lots of places to mountain bike, we have small ridges (300 to 500 meters high) which are popular between mountain bikers. You can own land and the climate will take care of a garden all year round. You can own any type of revolver or shotgun but only small caliber rifles (not automatic either) and up to 9mm pistols.
Regarding the ski centers, there are no mountains in uruguay so the closest one you will find would be in argentina 600 miles away from uruguay. There is a delivery service for small/remote towns wich is pretty inexpensive. Outside of Montevideo there is a vast countryside where you could be able to buy you own place with a few acres. Within montevideo there are several neighborhoods im which it is most common to have a house with a garden such as carrasco and malvin. Finally Uruguay is the 6th country with most gun per capita, so you can get yourself a gun however it is not as simple as in the US
this for retirees who dont use a dirt bike
I have not been to Uruguay. Why I like Uruguay is because it's the country of my all time favorite sportsperson Luis Suarez.