Local guides
Cafés and bakeries in José Ignacio, La Juanita and Pueblo Garzón: where to get breakfast and bread
If you are after a morning coffee or bread for the house between José Ignacio and Pueblo Garzón, the portal's food…
Private chefs and catering in José Ignacio: who cooks at your rental, according to the portal's listings
If you have rented a house in José Ignacio and would rather not cook, the portal has four listings for a…
Living year-round near Laguna Garzón: what stays open when the season ends
José Ignacio fills up from December to February, as the portal's own page on the village puts it, and empties again for…
Planning a wedding or event in José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón: planners and suppliers with a listing
If you are planning a wedding or a private celebration in José Ignacio, the portal lists six planners and production…
Past editions
Sunset drinks in José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón: beach bars, cocktail bars and terraces with a listing
If the plan is a drink while the sun goes down, in José Ignacio the beach for it is the Mansa: that is where you find…
Building or renovating in José Ignacio: the architects and builders with a listing, and how the permit works
If you own, or are about to buy, a plot or a house in José Ignacio and want to build or renovate, the portal lists four…
Ruta 10 from La Juanita to Laguna Garzón, kilometre by kilometre: what you find on each stretch
Ruta 10 is the coastal road of eastern Uruguay, and its kilometre markers, which count upwards as you drive…
Grocery stores, markets and greengrocers: where to shop for food in José Ignacio and La Juanita
If you are renting a house between José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón, this is where the food shopping happens…
Photography in Laguna Garzón and José Ignacio: spots, light and seasons
Five places do most of the work when you photograph this stretch of Uruguay's Atlantic coast: the circular…
Fashion and Boutiques in José Ignacio: Where to Shop for Clothes and Designer Pieces
Where do you shop for clothes between José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón? Portal Garzón's selection brings…
Yoga, Massage and Wellness Between José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón
Where can you practise yoga, train or book a massage around José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón? The Portal Garzón…
Which beach to choose between José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón: waves, wind and lifeguards
Choosing a beach here comes down to three questions: how much surf you want, which way the wind is blowing…
Art Galleries and Art Spaces to Visit Between José Ignacio and Pueblo Garzón
Where can you see art in José Ignacio and Pueblo Garzón? Portal Garzón's selection gathers eight spaces with…
Where to Eat Fish and Seafood in José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón
Where do you eat fresh fish in José Ignacio and around Laguna Garzón? Portal Garzón's selection gathers seven…
Deco and design: the shops that dress your home, from José Ignacio to Pueblo Garzón
Where do you shop for deco and design around Laguna Garzón? Portal Garzón's selection gathers five shops with…
Birdwatching at Laguna Garzón: a beginner's guide
You don't need experience, a species list or expensive gear to start birdwatching at Laguna Garzón: the…
Taxis, transfers and car rental: getting around José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón
How do you reach the Laguna Garzón area and get around once you're here? With three pieces: the José Ignacio…
Right whales from the shore: where, when and how to see them
Watching right whales near Laguna Garzón requires no boat, no ticket and no guide: southern right whales pass…
Coast, woods or countryside: how to choose between José Ignacio, La Juanita and Garzón
José Ignacio, La Juanita and Pueblo Garzón are three villages with their own character around Laguna Garzón…
Water, air, wine and art: a guide to experiences near Laguna Garzón
What activities are there near Laguna Garzón? Kayaking, sailing and kitesurfing on the water; horseback…
Shopping near Laguna Garzón: art, fashion and grocery stores by village
Where can you shop near Laguna Garzón? It depends what you're after: Pueblo Garzón is the art hub, with…
Practical Services Near Laguna Garzón: Health, Transport and Errands
What practical services are there near Laguna Garzón? José Ignacio has the health services (clinic, medical…
Where to Stay Near Laguna Garzón: Hotels, Posadas and Glamping by Area
Where should you stay near Laguna Garzón? It depends on what you're after: José Ignacio has the widest and…
Where to Eat Near Laguna Garzón: A Guide by Area
Where should you eat near Laguna Garzón? It depends on where you're standing: José Ignacio has the widest…
Stargazing Near Laguna Garzón: How to See the Night Sky
Can you go stargazing near Laguna Garzón? Yes — it's a rural area with far less artificial light than Punta…
Investing Near Laguna Garzón: What to Check Before Buying or Building
Can you invest in property near Laguna Garzón? Yes — Uruguay places no restrictions on foreigners buying real…
Wine Tourism in Pueblo Garzón: How to Plan Your Visit
Planning a visit to Bodega Garzón and Pueblo Garzón comes down to three steps: pick a tour that fits the time…
A Day at Laguna Garzón: From Morning to Sunset
A full day at Laguna Garzón works best when you follow the rhythm of the place: water in the morning, beach…
Kayaking and SUP on Laguna Garzón: complete guide
Laguna Garzón is one of the best waters on the Uruguayan coast for paddling: calm, with an average depth of…
Laguna Garzón Bridge: history, how to get there and tips for crossing
The Laguna Garzón Bridge is the circular bridge that links the departments of Maldonado and Rocha along Route…
Winter in José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón: what to do
In winter, José Ignacio and Laguna Garzón offer what summer cannot: southern right whales passing along the…