# Tourism development in Uruguay and surrounding regions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tourism-development-in-uruguay-and-surrounding-regions > Updated: 2026-08-14T17:22:25.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Efforts to develop sustainable and integrated tourism are progressing in Uruguay and neighboring regions. Initially, discussions in Uruguay’s Litoral South focused on a regenerative tourism model for the departments of Colonia, Soriano, and Río Negro. This approach aims to improve natural and cultural assets, such as wetlands and heritage sites, while involving local communities. Stakeholders noted that safeguards are necessary to ensure the term “regenerative” does not lead to unchecked development or loss of public coastal access. Building on regional coordination, the mayor of Colón, José Luis Walser, proposed the creation of eight binational tourism circuits between Argentina and Uruguay. This initiative seeks to integrate attractions and services along the Uruguay River to strengthen the shared coastline. The proposal includes a 10-year strategic plan known as the ‘Modelo Colón’ to establish the Tierra de Palmares micro-region as an international destination. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-14: Mayor Walser proposes binational tourism circuits for Argentina and Uruguay Mayor José Luis Walser proposed eight binational tourism circuits between Argentina and Uruguay to integrate regional attractions and boost the shared coastline's international appeal. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mayor-walser-proposes-binational-tourism-circuits-for-argentina-and-uruguay ### 2026-08-03: Uruguay's Litoral South and Mexico promote sustainable tourism practices Mexico urges responsible travel habits, while Uruguay's Colonia, Soriano and Río Negro explore regenerative tourism to enhance heritage, nature and local economies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uruguays-litoral-south-and-mexico-promote-sustainable-tourism-practices --- Cite as: Tourism development in Uruguay and surrounding regions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/tourism-development-in-uruguay-and-surrounding-regions