Beach resorts are also very popular amongst tourists,
especially those in Punta del Este and Piriapolis that are recognised
as some of the best in the world. These resorts have mainly been visited
by Argentine and Brazilian tourists over the years, but due to their excellent
beaches and hotels they are becoming increasingly popular amongst Europeans,
Americans and Australians.
Punta del Este is a vacation spot that is usually invaded
by wealthy Argentine tourists during the Summer months who are keen to
get away and relax on the beaches, use the pools and sporting facilities,
whether that be golf or tennis, or dine in the luxury restaurants.
The Conrad, the most luxurious hotel on the resort includes
a magnificent casino that is very popular amongst residents as well as
containing a ‘posh’ nightclub and bars that are renowned around
the continent for entertaining some of the most famous people in South
America.
Rodrigo confirms the Conrad’s popularity, adding:
“The Conrad is the first choice hotel in Uruguay for many celebrities
in South America. Every year famous singers, television personalities
and sports stars stay at the Conrad as it is the most well known hotel
in Uruguay as it its widely advertised throughout the continent for being
the main reference of a luxury five star hotel”.
Tourists are recommended to go on various tours and excursions
which include many activities such as sight seeing, visiting the shopping
centres, the markets, the zoo, and the fabulous museums. Casa del Pueblo
is a must for tourists, this is a gigantic Mediterranean style mansion,
once owned by Carlos Paez, a famous Uruguayan artist. Today it is both
a hotel and art museum that attracts people from all over the world.
Some other attractions include the neo-Classic Cathedral
San Fernando, El Faro de Punta del Este (a historical lighthouse), Cuartel
de Dragones (the military headquarters) and Isla Gorriti and Isla de Lobos,
two fascinating islands that are famous for their sea-lion colonies, ancient
ruins, and of-course magnificent beaches.
Tourists should visit Punta del Este during the Summer
months to make the most of the wonderful white sandy beaches, and the
many other attractions that are better appreciated with the hot weather.
In the off-season Punta del Este is much more relaxed like are most resorts,
but can still be a lot of fun to people who are looking to have a peaceful
holiday with no problems finding accommodation, or need for rushing.
