Maldonado Beach Resort Cities Focus of Infrastructure Development

Within the framework of the budget modification, currently under review by the Maldonado Board and prepared by the administration headed by Miguel Abella, the goal is to promote genuine decentralization so that every resource reaches every corner of the department. In the jurisdiction of the Municipality of Maldonado, the widening and repaving of Leandro Gómez Avenue is underway, along with sidewalks, bike paths, and lighting, with an investment exceeding 170 million pesos. Meanwhile, in the H

2 days ago

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Upcoming Presentation on Hotel Biarritz in Punta del Este

As part of Punta del Este's 119th anniversary, there will be a talk about the Hotel Biarritz and the legacy of Camilo Guani, one of its original proponents. The Hotel Biarritz is a landmark building in Punta del Este from the early 20th century. It had 102 bedrooms, and its history dates back to 1905 when Argentine investors acquired 24 plots of land. It operated as a hotel from the 1907-08 season in a Punta del Este that was not yet known by that name, but rather as Pueblo Ituzaingó. At th

6 days ago

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Cervieri Monsuárez Law Firm Opens 1,300 m² Office in La Brava, Punta del Este

The Cervieri Monsuárez law firm will open its new headquarters at stop 11 of La Brava in December, in a 1,300 m² space with a 4,500 m² park. The opening is part of the growth of the firm in Uruguay and its regional expansion strategy. In an interview with local media, Pablo Monsuárez, partner at Cervieri Monsuárez, explained that the arrival responds to the continuity of the studio's growth, both within the country and abroad. “What it implies is the continuity of the expansion process of the s

10 days ago

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Humpback Whale Appears Near Playa de los Ingleses in Punta del Este

Punta del Este is a destination for whales too! A humpback whale was spotted feeding near the rocky outcrops located between Playa de los Ingleses and the vicinity of Punta Salinas, in Punta del Este. BallenasUY described the sighting as "a unique moment" and noted that the humpback whale was feeding near the rocky outcrops. In the same post, the group indicated that terns and Magellanic penguins were also hunting in the area, a sign that "a large school of fish was moving near the surface."

12 days ago

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Punta del Este Celebrates Its 119th Birthday, Will Continue to be Top Tier Vacation Destination

Punta del Este is celebrating its 119th anniversary with "innovation" plans to continue attracting tourists and new residents through technology and remote work, and with a public works schedule slated to begin this year. Celebrations brought together local government and residents, led by acting mayor Miguel Plada, who highlighted the Uruguayan resort as "a safe investment destination and the main driver of the country's tourism economy." In an interview with Local media, the mayor of Punta

12 days ago

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Uruguay Cheaper Tourism Destination Than Argentina Says Expert

In an interview with FM GENTE magazine, tourism expert Héctor Araújo noted that Uruguay is currently more competitive than Argentina for vacationers. "Fortunately, the exchange rate is currently working in our favor compared to Argentina. Argentina is more expensive than us in many ways," he noted. Argentina's currency has been artificially supported by the USA, making Argentina more expensive in many ways when compared to Uruguay. Araújo thinks that the Río de la Plata region was focused o

14 days ago

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Santiago Pereyra Sees Interest in Punta del Este's Winter Tourism Appeal

Punta del Este is known for its summer tourist season, but tourism this winter looks good. Real estate agent Santiago Pereyra sees action in the local market, with visitors arriving to the resort area. Pereyra explained many homeowners arrive during the winter to check up on their properties, enjoy time with family, and do maintenance for the next summer season. "I think the July holiday activity started last Friday. We're seeing an increase in the number of people around. We're quite surpris

18 days ago

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Punta del Este to Widen Gorlero Avenue, Change Traffic Flows

The mayor of Punta del Este, Javier Carballal, detailed the Municipality's plan to widen Juan Gorlero Avenue and restore its former width. The work will be accompanied by changes to traffic flow on the Peninsula. The proposal aims to remove the traffic islands located on Gorlero Avenue since the 1997 renovation and reorganize traffic in the area. He explained that the projected width will be similar to the avenue's current width at Plaza Artigas. When asked if the widening of the sidewalks rep

20 days ago

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Torres del Este Moves Forward in Punta del Este, Mansa Tower Open

The Torres del Este development just delivered its first tower (Mansa) and is moving forward with the opening of Tower Brava, scheduled for next year. The Córdoba-based developer behind the project, The Forest Tower is also looking for new projects in Punta del Este. Grupo The Forest Tower is advancing in Punta del Este with more than $80 million USD invested. Its prime location near Parada 5 is attractive to investors. “We are pleasantly surprised because our market is no longer just people

20 days ago

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Agrofuturo Director Sees Synergies in Livestock and Agriculture in Uruguay

Diego Pérez del Castillo, director of Agrofuturo, sees agriculture and livestock farming as complementary industries in Uruguay. While some see the two forms of agricultural land use as competitive, Pérez del Castillo thinks differently. In a recent interview, Pérez del Castillo noted that the current economic situation "is not at all clear," but sees, "agriculture plus livestock farming, not agriculture versus livestock farming," as a better way forward. Commenting on how to best use curr

23 days ago

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Uruguayan Government Agencies Deliver 42 Homes to Los Eucaliptus, Maldonado

The Uruguayan Ministry of Housing and Territorial Planning (MVOT) recently delivered 42 homes to the Los Eucaliptus neighborhood of Maldonado. It is a part of a plan that features over 174 homes, as well as housing improvements, and infrastructure for 1,840 people. A broader plan that includes urban infrastructure projects, sanitation, roads, drinking water and electricity networks is underway. The homes were built by the National Directorate of Social and Urban Integration (DINISU) via the Ne

24 days ago

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New Book Celebrates Punta del Este's History, Art and More

A new book celebrating a wide range of cultural themes in Punta del Este is slated to debut on July 1, 2026. Titled: “Punta del Este: Experiencias que Enamoran” the work covers the landscapes, gastronomy, culture, history, and more surrounding the Punta del Este area. Written by Faustina Martínez Barbieri, the debut is set to be held for the public at the Benito Stern Hall, in downtown Punta del Este. In addition to the book's launch, the event will feature an art exhibition by artists Karina

25 days ago

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Maldonado Real Estate Market Remains Competitive in 2026, Attracts Foreign Buyers

Maldonado remains one of the most competitive real estate markets in Uruguay. Foreign buyers show high participation rates in the local real estate market. Commenting on the trend, Javier Sena, vice president of the Punta del Este-Maldonado Real Estate Chamber, said, "Maldonado has maintained consistent sales over the last three years...Between 50% and 55% of those acquiring properties in the area are still Argentinian, while between 25% and 30% are Uruguayan.” Sena noted that the rate of Bra

25 days ago

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Uruguay Records Third Highest Rise Harvest on Record in 2025/26 Season

The Uruguayan Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP) announced that the 2025/26 rice harvest was the third-highest on record. Strong production numbers were achieved with less planted land then previous years. MGAP reported that total production reached 1,551,226 tons of dry, clean paddy rice. The 2025/26 harvest was achieved with an estimated at 165,554 hectares, 9.5% less than in the previous season. The national average yield was estimated at 9,370 kilograms per hectare

26 days ago

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Punta del Este Airport Offers Flights to Bariloche for Winter Tourism

The Punta del Este Airport is partnering with Travel Rock again to offer flight to Bariloche, Argentina. Southern Argentina is popular in the winter, as it offers a range of winter sports and stunning views. After setting a record last year, the venture is once again giving clients a direct flight between two popular resort destinations. Guillermo Pagés, the airport's general manager, commented, “Last year’s experience was a success for us, as it allowed us to demonstrate the airport’s ope

26 days ago

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Enrique Erlatz Takes Over Presidency of The Uruguayan Chamber of Agricultural Services

Enrique Erlatz is now the president of The Uruguayan Chamber of Agricultural Services (CUSA) and plans to focus on maintaining benchmark prices for agricultural services. The CUSA formula takes into account the cost of fuel, wages, the dollar exchange rate, and machinery. In an interview with local media, Erlatz commented on the metrics that CUSA uses, "They're (the results are) not just thrown together; they're calculated with criteria, according to an accountant and a formula.” He added that,

28 days ago

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Punta del Este Celebrates Winter Solstice With Food and Craft Fair in Plaza Mexico, Homelessness Addressed

The shortest day of the year was celebrated in Punta del Este with a food and craft fair in Plaza Mexico. The open event was a great success and offered the public numerous food options. It also welcomed visitors with a free yoga class, and live music. Plaza Mexico is located at Avenida Italia and Avenida Veracruz, north of the peninsula. The event was given life by the Departmental Interest and was organized by Manifiesto Eventos with the support of the Maldonado Departmental Government, th

28 days ago

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Cipriani to Open Punta del Este Operation in December, Its First Resort Globally

Cipriani is slated to open its Punta del Este resort this December. It's expected to open for the summer tourist season which attracts millions of people to the area. The resort will be the first from the company globally, and will pay homage to the historic San Rafael hotel. The San Rafael hotel and casino welcomed guests for decades before it was demolished in 2019. The site is located at Parada 11 on La Brava beach, in Punta del Este. It's a global destination for high-end tourism that del

about 1 month ago

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Enjoy Finalizes Sale of Enjoy Punta del Este Complex to Brazilian Group JHSF Península for US$160 million

Enjoy finalized the sale of its Punta Del Este complex to Brazilian Operator JHSF Península for US$160 million. The deal comes as Enjoy works to fulfill legal obligations to its bond holders. The property started out as a Hilton owned casino and hotel complex. Now, Brazilian Group JHSF Península will take over the complex. The deal transfers 100% of the shares of Baluma S.A., the company that owns the real estate. As a part of the deal, the workforce at the complex will not face uncertainty un

about 1 month ago

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Frigorífico Modelo Offers Outstanding Angus Breeding Products to Uruguayan Market

Frigorífico Modelo's Angus breeding product offerings were embraced by the Uruguayan Angus breeding community. The 11th Annual Breeding Stock virtual auction was successfully marketed by Zambrano & Cía. platform, and sponsored by the Uruguayan Aberdeen Angus Breeders Society. Held on June 18, the breeding product offerings included cows, calves, and embryo packages. Rodrigo Fernández, director of Frigorífico Modelo, commented: *“The offering consists of 23 physical lots, including cows, calve

about 1 month ago

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