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Cuenca's transit authority confirms an average of 7 weekly complaints about taxi meters suspected of being altered to overcharge passengers. Two repair workshops have been flagged. Here's what to watch for and what to do if it happens to you.

Five-time Latin Grammy winner Andrés Cepeda brings his 'Nuestra Vida en Canciones' tour to Coliseo Jefferson Pérez on April 11. Tickets run $40-$120 via TicketShow. Ecuadorian legend Sergio Sacoto opens.

How to get around Cuenca, Ecuador without a car — or with one. A complete guide to the tram, city buses, taxis, ride apps, and whether you should bother driving.

Choosing where to live in Cuenca? A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide covering rent prices, walkability, safety, vibe, and which areas suit retirees vs. remote workers vs. families.

Ecuador's weather agency is warning of variable-intensity rainfall across Azuay province through March 13. March is already Cuenca's rainiest month, and this week is shaping up to be especially wet. Here's what to know and how to stay dry.

Alexandra Quintanilla, the second-highest elected official in Azuay province, was caught driving drunk at a Cuenca checkpoint, refused the breathalyzer, and showed a photo of someone else's license. A judge sentenced her to 30 days in prison and a $1,446 fine. Here's the full story.

Cuenca's biggest religious and cultural celebration of the year is a month away. Processions, road closures, fanesca everywhere, and hotels that fill up fast. Here's your planning guide.

Cuenca's Terminal Terrestre processed over 58,000 departures and 36,500 arrivals during the four-day Carnival weekend. The numbers tell the story of a city that empties out — and fills back up — in dramatic fashion.

How much does it cost to live in Cuenca, Ecuador in 2026? A detailed month-by-month breakdown for couples and singles — rent, groceries, healthcare, utilities, dining out, and more. Updated March 2026.