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Uruguay: The Safest and Most Convenient Country in South America

Uruguay: The Safest and Most Convenient Country in South America

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Here is an excerpt of the first few chapters of my newly updated eBook – Traveling in Uruguay: The Safest…
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10 Places in Montevideo That Make You Feel Like You’re in Europe

10 Places in Montevideo That Make You Feel Like You’re in Europe

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If you have just a short visit to Montevideo, you must check off at least five of these places listed…
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Montevideo, Uruguay In Pictures

Montevideo, Uruguay In Pictures

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This was previously published at www.uncommongeneration.com by Ken Looi on June 2, 2013. Photos and words by Ken Looi. Arrived…
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Museo y Jardin Botanico, Prado, Montevideo

Museo y Jardin Botanico, Prado, Montevideo

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This short article was written by Ken Looi on May 6, 2013 to showcase some of the photos taken in…
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Protected: Cafe Brasilero in Montevideo: The Oldest Coffee Place

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Staying in Santa Teresa? Sort out your tram ticket Staying in Santa Teresa? Sort out your tram ticket before you plan to ride downhill.

There was no ticket counter at our stop. Following our guide’s advice, we bought ours at Carioca tram station in Centro the day before, then used the ticket to travel down and back up. Confirm your planned travel date at the counter when buying.

Here’s what to know:

The fare is R$20 per person, including the outward and return journeys. Keep your ticket.

The main ticket office is at Estação Carioca, Rua Lélio Gama, 2, Centro, near Carioca metro station. Ticket sales at Curvelo depend on availability, so don’t assume you can buy at your stop in Santa Teresa.

Go early. Each tram carries just 32 passengers, and ticket sales can close early on busy days. You’ll see the crowd we encountered at Centro waiting to head uphill at the end of this video.

You can pay with cash, debit, or credit card.

Why take it? Rio’s famous yellow tram crosses the top of the Arcos da Lapa aqueduct before winding through Santa Teresa’s hillside streets. The views and the aqueduct crossing make the journey part of the attraction.

The full Centro–Silvestre route stretches about 5.8 kilometres and takes roughly 30 minutes each way. Confirm the destination before boarding, as services vary by branch.

Save this for your Rio trip. Would you take the tram for the views?

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Midlife travel style: one denim shirt, several out Midlife travel style: one denim shirt, several outfits, and everything in a carry-on.

If you want to pack light, choose clothes you can wear more than one way. These are pieces I already owned and brought on my trip to Brazil.

I wore this sleeveless denim shirt open over a white camisole with black shorts or dark purple wide-leg pants. Buttoned up on its own, it worked with either bottom too.

For sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, comfortable walking shoes were essential for me. Cobblestone streets are much easier to enjoy when you’re thinking about the view instead of your feet.

I also carried a plain canvas tote. It’s discreet in places where I prefer not to draw attention, and there’s room for purchases without collecting extra paper or plastic bags.

Watch the last slide to see the buttoned denim shirt with the black shorts, no camisole, and my walking shoes in real life. That video was filmed in Salvador, Bahia, where I visited before heading to Rio. The outfit portraits are AI visualizations using my photos and clothing.

I always travel carry-on. This is the first of more simple travel outfits I’ll share for women in midlife who want to pack less and make each piece count.

Would you like to know where I shop for my travel clothes? These pieces aren’t new, so the exact styles may no longer be available, but I’m happy to share where I found them. Comment “OUTFITS” and I’ll DM you the details.

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This was the lovely surprise I mentioned: Gerthrud This was the lovely surprise I mentioned: Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro.

On my second trip to Rio, I spent two nights at the Grand Hyatt in Barra da Tijuca, then one night here. A charming old house, a good breakfast, and a view of Sugarloaf Mountain made this a memorable part of the trip.

If you enjoy smaller places with character, put this one on your list. One practical detail before booking: there are stairs, so check access with the property if that matters to you.

Save this for your Rio planning. Would you choose a small B&B or a larger hotel?

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The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is in Barra da Tiju The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is in Barra da Tijuca, far from the central areas many first-time visitors want to explore. Traffic can add considerably to the journey.

If you have just three nights and want to visit Copacabana, Ipanema, Santa Teresa, and Centro, this wouldn’t be my first choice for location.

For a longer stay, perhaps five nights, with time for shopping and a quieter side of Rio, it’s worth considering.

This was my second trip to Rio. I split my stay: two nights at the Grand Hyatt and one in Santa Teresa.

Save this before booking your Rio hotel. A beautiful hotel still needs to fit your trip.

Stay tuned for the hotel I stayed at in Santa Teresa. That one was a wonderful surprise!

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