10 things that surprised us about Uruguay - life in Montevideo, Punta del Este, Punta Ballena

Uruguay is the most prosperous and progressive country in South America, and has recently been featured on several lists of top destinations for expats. We went there expecting to see a high standard of living across the board. But what surprised us was that we saw a lot of economic disparity and homelessness in Montevideo. Punte del Este, on the other hand, is a completely different reality: dubbed "The Monaco of South America", it is definitely upscale and reminiscent of rich coastal areas of Florida, like St. Petersburg or Sarasota. Is Uruguay a good place to immigrate to for Americans? Watch the video to learn about the pros and cons of living in Uruguay, the best places to stay, buy property or establish your business from a tax and residency standpoint. About this series: We are touring South America to discover the best places to live and enjoy. If you have a remote job and like travel and adventure, FOLLOW ALONG to see if any of these places strike a cord!