Hi Art.

>I just recently joined this forum and it looks like a good one.
> few simple questions please. Any advice would be
>appreciated:

>I'm a US citizen, 70 age, single, I write for an online magazine
>and do some internet marketing stuff for a little income too.

>Can I find a room or small studio somewhere? Or a 'share'?

I'm sure this exists, but I'm not sure where. Others might know specifics. You could also ask on the expat facebook group.

>Is the internet good enough in Montevideo to support skype
>and YouTube?

Yes, easily. In the city, fiber to the door is available. There's also 4G. I'm currently using 4G from a rural area outside montevideo. I a computer programmer so I need fast reliable internet also. Even at 3G speeds which is an order of magnitude slower than 4G, skype works just fine. Youtube is a little slow at 3G, but works great on HD at 4G. And fiber will be as fast or faster than 4G.

>Are there ATMs where I can use my debit card from UAE?

There are ATMs everywhere that allow you to draw on foreign bank accounts. Many can even operate in english.

>Is there any Salsa and/or Bachata there?

Can't help here. :-)

>I assume I can take Tango lessons somewhere, right?

Yes

>Is it difficult, or not, to meet local women?

I'm married, but from what I can tell, the single men are happy with that situation here.

>Is it possible to eat 'out', like the working-class locals do, without
>spending too much money? Or would I be better advised to 'cook
>in'?

Yes and yes. There are carritos (a type of roach coach) where you can get various types of local fair. But it gets old in a hurry. You'll want to be able to cook at home both for variety and to save money.

>That's about it. Thanks in advance.

no problem. I'm sure others here will know more about the things I couldn't answer.

brian

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Ahhh.... Encouraging news Brian. Thanks very much.

Art

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