Punta Del Este

I picked this up before a trip and the food writing alone was worth it — the descriptions of the local cuisine had me planning meals before I'd even booked a flight. The golden sands and seaside homes sections make it feel like a proper escape.

The section on the seaside homes and local cuisine made me want to book a trip immediately. I've read plenty of travel books that just list beaches, but this one actually gives you a feel for the golden sands and the food scene.

The photography really sells the place—the golden sands and seaside homes come through beautifully on every page. I've never been to Uruguay, but the sections on the local cuisine had me looking up flights. A gorgeous book to leave out on the coffee table.