Carrasco is an idyllic enclave where shaded tree-lined streets give way to a stretch of white-sand beach along Playa Carrasco on the Rio de la Plata in Uruguay’s capital. Just a quick 20-minute drive ...

MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY — Uruguay’s capital city, Montevideo, may not be as well-known to international travelers as some of Latin America’s other destinations. But there’s plenty here to see and do, and ...

At first glance, Montevideo has much in common with Buenos Aires, lying on the opposite side of the River Plate. Football, tango and world-class steaks are all found here, though you’re more likely to ...

Singer Jennifer Lopez practiced a bit of "capoeira" - a type of Brazilian martial arts dancing with African roots - Thursday on the Montevideo beach along with a group of dancers who are participating ...