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The traditional April fair at Complejo Deportivo de Totoracocha won't have its longtime organizer this year. Henry Leon Producciones ended a 24-year partnership over contractual disputes. The fair's April 2026 status is unclear.

Numbeo's 2026 Safety Index ranks Cuenca the safest city in South America with a 54.05 score. But what's it really like day-to-day? Neighborhood-by-neighborhood safety ratings, crime stats, common scams, and practical tips from an expat who lives here.

ETAPA started repairing a major water pipe in Miraflores on Friday, and 12 neighborhoods will feel it through early April. If you're in Totoracocha, El Vergel, or anywhere on the east side, here's what to expect and how to prepare.

Ecuador's Health Ministry just extended the national flu vaccination campaign by 60 days. Free flu shots are available at all 1,900 public health centers, public hospitals, and IESS facilities — no appointment needed. Respiratory viruses are circulating above normal levels. Here's what you need to know.

If your lease is up soon, brace yourself. One-bedroom apartments in Cuenca now run $550–750/month, two-bedrooms hit $750–1,100, and the days of the mythical $400 rental are mostly over. Here's what's driving it and where to look.