Uruguay - Full-Time Travel

Uruguay

Uruguay

Rugged landscapes, high-style design.

Summertime and the living is easy in Uruguay’s wine country, a small stretch of land that’s evolving into one of the world’s most fertile grounds for high-concept architecture and world-class vineyards set amid a stunningly rugged landscape. Fueled by next-gen Uruguayans with a global mindset, this tiny country located below Brazil is taking sustainability into seriously stylish terrain. 

Field Notes

Uruguay is classified as a drink-now vacation, considering only three percent of the country’s wine ever makes it beyond the country’s borders. Its pride-and-joy varietal, Tannat, was brought here by the Basque population in the 19th century. Today, there’s Cab, Merlot and even Albariño, which come in handy for those four-hour lunches. Don’t miss Bodega Garzón, a 5,400-acre, $85-million property raising the design bar as the first winery outside North America seeking LEED certification. Tour by foot, electric bicycle, hot air balloon or arrive in style from Punte del Este via helicopter. Safety first.

By the Numbers

Inn Crowd

Bringing the bounty is Sacromonte Landscape Hotel and winery designed by the South American maverick firm MAPA. Here, architects encased the winery in smoked mirror reflecting the vineyards and moody skies of Maldonado. For accommodations, there are 13 steel-and-stone cottages offering a sleek reinterpretation of the humble log cabin. Meanwhile, modernists will fall in love with the austere wooden chapel and farm-to-table restaurant. 

“Fueled by next-gen Uruguayans with a global mindset, this tiny country located below Brazil is taking sustainability into seriously stylish terrain.”

Edibles

There’s only one speed for food here: slow. In Carmelo, artisanal lovers will easily downshift at the historic Narbona Wine Lodge, a Relais & Châteaux property with serious gaucho glamour. Equipped with an old-world wine cellarfarm, dairy and restaurantserving fresh, homemade cuisine, there’s no need to rush off elsewhere. Sit back and say cheese: The dairy churns out slabs of Uruguayan favorites, approved by the celebrated Anthony Bourdain, like magro, danbo (its answer to Edam) as well as Dulce de Leche for breakfast.

Port of Call



The luxurious cruise liner Seven Seas Explorer will embark on its maiden voyage to South America in January, migrating south for the winter like many of its heat-seeking, well-heeled travelers. In 2019, the two-year-old ship that cost $450 million to build, will head due south to Uruguay, Buenos Aires and Chile among others. With a 750-passenger limit, the all-suite, all-balcony ship is known for its opulent decor including a Dakota Jackson-designed suite, a $7-million art collection, and car and driver service at its ports.

HERO/INN CROWD: @SACROMONTE LANDSCAPE HOTEL

EDIBLES: @Narbona Wine Lodge

PORT OF CALL: @Seven Seas Explorer

THE GOODS: @Gabrielahearst

The Goods



Leave it to fashion designer Gabriela Hearst to bring catwalk cred to her native Uruguay with a new eponymous Madison Avenue boutique, which opened this fall. Located next to The Carlyle, the shop subscribes to sustainable fashion and pays tribute to her childhood ranch in Montevideo. Also weaving the origin story: Madewell has launched a home-spun partnership with Manos del Uruguay, which has been employing local women for the last 50 years.

In the latest episode of our podcast, author Meg Stafford joins her daughter on a high school project to Nepal and Bhutan researching happiness. It was a mother-daughter trip that pushed Meg outside of her comfort zone. She found herself avoiding avalanches while climbing to Annapurna basecamp and dodging paint at the Holi Festival in Kathmandu. It also gave her the opportunity to examine what it means for a parent to love and to let go. 🎧 Link in bio to listen! ...

18 0

Istanbul`s beauty lies in its historic architecture, the Bosphorus Strait`s scenic charm, vibrant neighborhoods, bustling markets, rich cuisine, Sufi traditions, captivating sunsets, street art, and its unique blend of cultures as a crossroads of Europe and Asia.

Reel: @samisrt
...

151 0

Sweeping mountain views of the Dolomites, beautiful wildflowers, and the most delicious dinner included with your stay at @hotel_dolomitenhof_u_altepost.

Reel: @tc.travels
...

257 3

In the latest episode of our podcast, Christine Winebrenner Irick, entrepreneur (@lotussojourns) and podcaster (@souloftravelpodcast) shares the story of her first big trip to Asia. In the midst of a period of rebirth, as her career and marriage were crumbling, Christine took inspiration from Alex Garland`s book, The Beach, and set off for Thailand with one good friend and no solid plans. What unfolded was a perspective-shifting experience that would, in Christine`s own words, "reveal who she would become." 🎧 Link in bio to listen!

#tttcm #traveltok #thetripthatchangedme #podcast #travelpodcast #thailand #travelthailand
...

41 0

Is it too early to think about Fall? Daydreaming of autumn in Patagonia.

Reel: @ramirotorrents
...

692 5

A lovely town on the French Riviera, Menton is known for its beauty, mild weather, colorful buildings, and lemon production. Enjoy beaches, history, and a laid-back vibe.

Reel: @sofikulin
...

101 0

Full-Time Travel`s sister brand, @kingdomgolf, invites you to a join special guests from the world of golf and entertainment, including Jack Nicklaus and Annika Sörenstam, for a luxury island experience. Play the incredible courses at Wexford and Palmetto Hall Golf and Country Club. ⛳️ Link in bio to reserve your spot at the 2023 Kingdom Cup on Thursday, September 21st thru Sunday, September 24th. ...

49 4

One night in the desert inspires a corporate worker to follow her dream of becoming a travel journalist.

In the latest episode of our podcast, The Trip That Changed Me, travel journalist, podcaster, and entrepreneur Yulia Denisyuk (@insearchofperfect) shares the story of a career-altering trip to Morocco. It`s an ode to the power of looking for signs when you need confirmation you`re on the right track. If you`re harboring a dream but it never quite feels like the right time to make the leap, this episode is for you. 🎧 Link in bio to listen!

#fulltimetravel #travelreel #ftt #thetripthatchangedme #podcast #travelpodcast
...

23 1

Submerged beneath the ocean waves or inside a kaleidoscopic aquarium, these rare underwater restaurants serve meals alongside a cast of aquatic creatures. Book a table and enjoy a whole new spin on dinner and a show. ...

121 1

Bike through the world`s largest salt flats in Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia.

Reel: @islayjoy
...

1113 8

Known for its stunning sand dunes that create a landscape resembling white sheets (lençóis in Portuguese), Lençóis Maranhenses is a unique national park located in the state of Maranhão, Brazil.

The park`s most iconic feature is the series of turquoise lagoons formed by rainwater that collects between the dunes. These lagoons are a stark contrast to the surrounding white sands and provide a refreshing oasis for visitors.

Reel: @melly_ba
...

1910 208

A travel entrepreneur rows 3,000 miles in 36 days, completely unsupported.

In the latest episode of our podcast, The Trip That Changed Me, travel entrepreneur, Jimmy Carroll (@jimmyalexandercarroll), shares his experiences of participating in the world’s toughest rowing race: the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge.

For 36 days, Jimmy and his three teammates rowed in alternating two-hour stints for 24 hours a day, through storms, sleep deprivation, and an unexpected attack from a 12-foot blue marlin. It was an experience that pushed them to the limit of their resilience but one that was also full of profound beauty and awe.

🎧 Link in bio to listen!

#thetripthatchangedme #fulltimetravel #ftt #travelpodcast #podcast #jimmycarroll
...

114 7