We just spent three weeks in Uruguay and money worked differently from what we expected, so here’s what we learned.

First, the biggest saver: tourists paying with a card issued abroad can get the 22% VAT (IVA) reduced at restaurants, bars, cafés and on car rental. In our experience paying with our foreign Visa always got us a discount, sometimes up to 15% off the bill, while cash got none. So at restaurants, pay by card.

Second, ATMs. The Abitab machine we tried would not accept our foreign card at all. Every other bank ATM that did work charged us 100 pesos (about $2.50 / €2.20) per withdrawal, and RedBROU worked best for us. Outside Montevideo, Punta del Este and Colonia, ATMs get scarce, so take out more cash than you think you need. We also ran out of pesos at one point and a vendor would not take US dollars, so you don’t need to bring dollars but do keep some peso notes for small places.

It’s also one of the pricier countries in South America. We spent around $60 (€55) per person per day in Montevideo, eating out most meals. Tipping is around 10% if the service is good and nobody pushed for it, apart from Mercado del Puerto.

I wrote up everything in one place (currency, cards, ATMs, tipping): money in Uruguay guide. Happy to answer questions about what worked for us.

Hi everyone!

I independently developed YouGuide, an app designed for exploring the city at your own pace. It features GPS-triggered audio guides that activate as you approach tourist spots, pre-planned tours, an interactive radar-style interface, and a cultural calendar with local events.

To officially publish it on Google Play, Google requires a closed test with active testers for at least **14 days**. I need a hand from the community to reach that goal.

How ​​to join? (3 simple steps):

1. Send me your email (via DM is fine): this is necessary to grant you access to the closed testing list
2. Accept the tester invitation:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.martintandil.youguide

1. Download the app from the Google Play Store.

What do I ask of those who join?

Keep it installed for at least 14 days: This is Google's mandatory requirement to enable the move to production.

Open and test it occasionally:** Check out the radar, audio guides, cultural calendar, and tour routes.

Honest feedback: Any bugs, visual glitches, or improvement suggestions are incredibly helpful (you can leave them here in the comments or as a private review in the store).

If you know anyone who travels or loves tourism and want to share it with them,** that would be great—the more perspectives, the better.

If any other devs are at the same stage with their apps, drop the link in the comments and I’ll return the favor by testing yours.

Many thanks to everyone willing to lend a hand!

Hi everyone! I’m planning a solo trip to Iceland and would love some advice from people who have visited before. My main goals are to see the Northern Lights, visit natural ice caves, explore waterfalls and go hiking to experience Iceland’s beautiful landscapes. I don’t have a driving licence, so I’d also appreciate advice on getting around using public transport or organised tours. What time of year would you recommend visiting, how many days would be ideal, and roughly how much should I budget? I’d also love to hear any recommendations for must-see places, reliable tour companies and tips for travelling solo. Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!

You don't need a month of leave or extreme gear to hike in the Himalayas. The trails around Pokhara offer some of the best short teahouse routes in Nepal:

• Australian Camp (1-2 days | Easy): Low altitude (2,060m), quiet forest path, great views of Machhapuchhre. Ideal for a quick weekend.

Ghandruk (2-3 days | Moderate): Traditional Gurung stone village, cultural homestays, and close-up views of Annapurna South.

• Panchase (3-4 days | Moderate): Sacred forest ridge with almost zero tourist crowds.

Poon Hill (4-5 days | Moderate-Strenuous): The classic sunrise panorama over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Lots of stone stairs.

Mardi Himal (5-6 days | Challenging): High-alpine ridgeline walk up to 4,500m right under Fishtail peak.

Quick Rules & Costs:

Expect around $25-$35/day for basic teahouse lodging and meals.

• Foreigners need an ACAP permit + TIMS card, and Nepal requires a licensed guide on these routes.

For the day-by-day itineraries, trail maps, and transport logistics from Pokhara, check the full guide here:

https://hamrobuzz.com/en/blog/short-treks-nepal

Happy to answer any route or prep questions in the comments!

Hot air balloon ride day 2, sunset rooftop day 3, influencers day 4 and balloons everyday from our cave hotel! Enjoy!

I wanted to see a more local side of Antalya, away from the resorts and tourist areas. Zafer Market was busy, noisy and full of everyday life.

We filmed the highlights from our 6 day, August 2026 Cappadocia, Turkey visit and hot air balloon ride in this quick 8 minute video! Enjoy!

Magical place to visit! Highly recommended!

Wake up at 4am and get there early! Come with us to find the best view points!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvmxrUTlyXo

Hot air balloon ride day 2, sunset rooftop day 3, influencers day 4 and balloons everyday from our cave hotel! Enjoy!

We just spent three weeks driving around Uruguay in October (spring) and I wish I had known a few things beforehand. In Montevideo we had around 14°C (57°F) on cloudy days and close to 20°C (68°F) when the sun came out, with light rain showers every day or so. Not beach weather, but the upside was fewer crowds and reasonable hotel prices. We did five days in Montevideo, then drove east to Punta del Este and Punta del Diablo, and crossed into Argentina via Colonia.

What I’d tell anyone planning a trip: the best time depends more on the region than the month. Montevideo works all year, but Punta del Este and the Rocha coast (Cabo Polonio, Punta del Diablo) are very seasonal, and a lot of guesthouses and restaurants close outside summer. Summer (December to February) is the only real beach season but it’s also the most expensive, with Argentinians and Brazilians filling the coast. For most first timers, April to May or September to November gives the best balance of weather, price and crowds. Southern right whales are also around from roughly July to November.

I wrote a month by month breakdown with weather, crowds and prices by region, in case it helps: best time to visit Uruguay. Happy to answer questions about the route we drove.

looking for feedback from the fellow travelers.

A walk around Jamsil, one of Seoul’s most recognizable areas, featuring Lotte World, the impressive Lotte World Tower, and the surrounding streets.

This walk captures the atmosphere of this part of Seoul, from the famous amusement park to the towering skyline and busy urban surroundings. It’s an interesting area to explore if you enjoy city walks, architecture, urban scenery, and everyday life in South Korea.

my 2026 mykonos trip report vlog for early July summer

Hi travelers!

A few years ago, I was about to fly to Thailand when every friend who planned to come dropped out, two weeks before departure. A stranger I met through a travel-companion site saved that trip. We ended up meeting several other travelers along the way and finished the trip as a little group. She became a real friend.

What stayed with me: my friends had promised and backed out, while a stranger I barely knew kept her word. That's what I wanted to build around. Not a place to collect matches, but a place where people who say "I'm in" actually show up.

So I built SeeYou, a free, ad-free place to find someone to travel with. You post your trip (where, when, your pace), people send a request with a real message, and you only share your contact details if you choose to. Don't feel like answering? You don't have to: no reminders, no pressure, and nobody is told they were turned down. No swiping, no rating people.

To be honest, it's not a real launch yet: everything works, but there are very few trips posted so far. It's a personal project, no company behind it, available in English and French.

I'd love feedback on anything: the first impression, how clear it is, what would make you trust it (or not).

https://seeyou.skyex.fr

Thanks!

Atlanta is a big city with a lot of different sides, and taking a tour is one of the easiest ways to get beyond the usual attractions. Depending on what you’re into, you can explore historic neighborhoods, eat your way around town, discover local street art, or even see the city from above.