For beach vibes, she recommends Punta del Diablo, a fishing village on the eastern coast over the better-known and busier Punta del Este. “It’s much more easy-going and safer to explore alone,” she said. “The beach is a nice spot to hang out in the sun and swim.”
In Montevideo, renting a bike and cycling among the ramblas beside the Rio de la Plata is an easy way to explore. Tavani also highlights Carnival – which takes place mid-January to late February or early March – as a much more laid-back alternative to Rio’s celebrations.
Norway
Ranked third on the WPS Index (tied with Sweden), Norway scored highly for its welfare protections, equal pay and community safety. The country has…