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01/03/2022

Carnaval 2022
For those who didn’t make it to the exhibition of sand figure here is a video that I made. I hope you enjoy it.

28/02/2022

Manta will have this Monday a magical night with the Drone Show.
S. Municipio de Manta

28/02/2022

Sucre invite us to spend Carnaval at their beautiful beaches with great food and friendly people who’ve welcome us.
S. Municipio de Sucre

28/02/2022

Here is more to do in Crucita for Carnaval:

Monday, February 28,

-Festival of precision
10 a.m.
Place: La Loma de Crucita

- Motocycle Rally Cross
11 a.m.
Place: Extreme track Crucita La Bella near Primax gas station at the entrance of Arenales.

- Classic cars and audio car show
7 p.m.
Place: Malecon of Crucita

S. Prefectura de Manabi

28/02/2022

“Let's live the reactivation with caution!

Artistic and sports festivals, exhibitions and a drone show are some of the events that will take place in the Centennial City as part of the 2022 Carnival season agenda.

Today more than ever taking care of yourself is vital to continue with the reactivation. For Manta and for our families, let's live the season with prudence and responsibility, remembering that the pandemic is not over.

Manta, as a biosecure destination, welcomes you to the season with beautiful beaches, the best of gastronomy and the warmth of our people.

We are waiting for you!”

Here is what to do:

- From DJ shows.
February 26 to 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Place: Los Esteros, atarquine, El murciélago, San Mateo, Santa Marianita, Liguiqui and San Lorenzo

-Talent Night.
February 26 to 28 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Place: Plaza Civica, Plaza Del Mar and Malecon Escénico.

-Drones show
February 28 from 21h00
Place Manta Sign.

S. Municipio de Manta

23/02/2022

Here is the To Do list for the 2022 carnival at the Crucita:

“Saturday, February 26
Mission Impossible from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. the competitors will have to challenge themselves by completing five challenges, all of them on irregular areas typical of the environment.

Crucita 2022 Sea party from 7:00 p.m. more than 90 music bands will activate the carnival at four different points of the Crucita’s Malecon.

Sunday, February 27
An explosion of flavors from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at La Boca Beach gastronomic explosion of the best seafood dishes in Manabi.

Sand sculptures from 10:00 a.m on La Boca Beach figures of all themes so children can enjoy. The exhibition will run until Monday 28th.

El Crucitazo Part 1 on Crucita’s Malecon, two stages will bring together the best dance music bands and orchestras in the country.

Monday, February 28
Bailaton from 2:00 p.m. on Crucita’s Malecon, Take advantage of the holiday and exercise with dance therapy professionals.

Children's animated show from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. on the Crucita’s Malecon, an afternoon of fun and laughter for the little ones in the family.

El Crucitazo Part 2 from 8:00 p.m. If you did not get to enjoy the first part, you are the guest of honor to dance on the Crucita’s Malecon.”

S.PortoviejoNacedeTi

17/02/2022

“National COE epidemiological traffic lights will be eliminated in Ecuador
In addition, universities return 100% and also face-to-face work.

This Thursday morning, the National COE announced that the epidemiological traffic lights will be eliminated in Ecuador, at the suggestion of the Minister of Health, Ximena Garzón. This measure will take effect from Monday, February 21.

On the other hand, the southern border will reopen from this Friday, measures are relaxed and capacity is increased due to the decrease in coronavirus cases in the country.

The elimination of capacity in public spaces was announced. Universities return 100% and also face-to-face work. In most private spaces the capacity increases to 80%.

While the mandatory use of masks in public spaces is expected to be eliminated at the end of March.

On the other hand, for the Carnival holiday, the beaches will not have restricted hours. There are also no mobility restrictions on the country's roads.

But, what are the new resolutions in Ecuador:

- 80% indoors for essential activities such as markets, financial entities, public services.

- 80% indoors and 100% outdoors in non-essential activities such as restaurants, cinemas, circuses, theaters, without sale and consumption of food and beverages for the latter. It also applies to gyms and spas.

- 60% capacity indoors and 75% outdoors for bars, karaoke bars, nightclubs, tolerance centers and the like.

- 100% capacity in outdoor spaces such as beaches and parks. Massive activities are subject to the National COE.

- Stadiums with 60% capacity.

- Concerts in open spaces with capacity of 75%.

- Public transport all seated.”
S. Coe Nacional Ecuador

13/02/2022

“Pure adrenaline!
Crucita will have an "impossible mission" in Carnival

A day full of emotions, in the middle of nature, is being prepared for next Saturday, February 26, in the “Mission Impossible” race.
This is a new type of competition where participants will perform a mix of disciplines such as jogging, swimming and functional exercises.
Cristofelix Rabascall, one of the organizers, explained that the circuit is 7 kilometers long and includes a series of obstacles, also called "command track" by the military, that the participants must overcome, such as climbing a wall with a rope, moving giant tires, run on dunes, climb trails, among others. It is estimated that the tour will last between 2 to 3 hours.
Rabascall said that he chose Crucita for its tourist benefits and natural conditions. "We want all of Ecuador to live a different experience, and at the same time enjoy this wonderful beach," he assured.

Requirements

To participate you must be of legal age and present the vaccination card for at least two doses against Covid.
Registration is through www.ecuadormultisport.com and you can get more information on the competition's digital platforms, on Instagram and on Facebook Misionimposiblecrucita”

¡Adrenalina pura!
Crucita tendrá una "misión imposible" en Carnaval

Una jornada llena de emociones, en medio de la naturaleza, se prepara para el próximo sábado 26 de febrero, en la carrera “Misión imposible”.
Se trata de una nueva modalidad de competencia donde los participantes realizarán una mezcla de disciplinas como trote, natación y ejercicios funcionales.
Cristofelix Rabascall, uno de los organizadores, explicó que el circuito es de 7 kilómetros y contempla una serie de obstáculos, llamados también por los militares “pista de comando”, que los participantes deben superar como subir con cabo una pared, trasladar llantas gigantes, correr sobre dunas, escalar senderos, entre otros. Se calcula que el recorrido tendrá una duración entre 2 a 3 horas.
Rabascall dijo que se escogió a Crucita por las bondades turísticas y condiciones naturales que posee. “Queremos que todo el Ecuador viva una experiencia diferente, y que al mismo tiempo disfrute de esta playa maravillosa”, aseguró.

Requisitos

Para participar se deberá contar con la mayoría de edad y presentar el carnet de vacunación de al menos dos dosis contra el Covid.
Las inscripciones son a través de www.ecuadormultisport.com y pueden obtener mayor información en las plataformas digitales de la competencia, en Instagram y en Facebook Misionimposiblecrucita

S. Portoviejo Nace de Ti

10/02/2022

PCR test and antigens test are eliminated to enter Ecuador.
National COE modifies entry requirements to Ecuador and expands capacity after a downward trend in COVID-19 cases.
According to Juan Zapata, president of the national COE, there is a marked downward trend in the case of COVID-19 infections, which is why changes were made to the requirements for entering Ecuador by eliminating the presentation of a negative PCR test and of antigens, but the vaccination certificate is kept with the QR code and in exceptional cases the inoculation card.
The new requirement will come into effect from this Friday, February 11. “
S. Ministerio de Turismo, COE Nacional, El Comercio

17/01/2022

“MSP guarantees free tests for COVID-19 in the public network.

The Ministry of Public Health (MSP) confirms to citizens that RT-PCR and antigen tests are free, in public establishments.

In addition, it reminds the population that, in private centers, the maximum cost of PCR (nasopharyngeal swab) is USD 45.08.

The Agency for Quality Assurance of Health Services and Prepaid Medicine (ACES) carries out controls to monitor compliance with this measure. Additionally, it receives complaints in case the establishments do not comply with this provision.

The health authorities guarantee the supply of tests in the public network and ensure the health of citizens, in the framework of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
S. Ministerio de Salud Pública

17/01/2022

Restriction measures for the red traffic light.

The province of Manabi is in red light and this means:
•Markets, Financial entities, Public services, Public transport & Higher education will have a capacity
of 30% and time restrictions.

•Restaurants, bars, Cinemas and theaters, gyms and Spas will have a Capacity of 30% and delivery services.

•Beaches, parks and Open spaces will have a capacity of 30% and activities will be monitor.

•Preschool education will be suspended.

•Basic education classes will be online.

“The country adopts the COVID-19 Protection Traffic Light to face the outbreak of infections due to the pandemic. The measure will be in force from this Monday, January 17, to Sunday, January 23, 2022.

This decision was announced this Sunday, January 16, 2022, after the meeting of the National Emergency Operations Committee (COE).”

S. Ministerio de Salud Pública

17/01/2022

“The director of CoeNacional, Juan Zapata, reported that next week 193 cantons of Ecuador will pass to a red light; 26 in yellow and 2 will be in green. The purpose is to stop the cases of COVID19 and avoid greater pressure on the health system.
Ecuador put most of its cantons on the “red light” of the epidemiological traffic light this Sunday, after the rebound in covid-19 infections, which has led to a 300% increase in the number of cases in the last week.
This was reported by the Emergency Operations Committee (COE), who is in charge of monitoring and coordinating actions to contain the covid-19 pandemic, which in Ecuador has infected more than 614,000 people.

José Ruales, Vice Minister of Health, indicated in a press conference that, according to the levels of contagion in the provinces and the conditions of the health care systems, it has been decided to locate three types of warning lights for the cantons or Ecuadorians municipalities.

On Friday, January 21, 2022, a new meeting of the COE will be held to evaluate the epidemiological situation in the country. Given this, the Ministry of Health continues with its commitment to guarantee the well-being of the entire population.”

S. Coe Nacional

15/01/2022

“Tsunami warning for the continental coast of the country is suspended, the observation status is maintained.”

Riesgos Ecuador

15/01/2022

PREVENTIVE ALERT || OF TSUNAMI || THE SIRENS SOUND || AT THIS TIME || BEING 16h50 || JANUARY 15, 2022 || IN CRUCITA- MANABI.

Do not be alarmed, at the moment the ECU-911 is testing tsunami alarms.

We call to stay calm and remember to be inform only by official channels.

15/01/2022

Manta today January 15th. 15h00

https://www.facebook.com/HashtagEcuador/videos/675396430312726/

15/01/2022

Crucita today January 15.15h00

https://www.facebook.com/GADPortoviejo/videos/1357263734787111/

15/01/2022

Due to the last announcements the beaches of the Ecuadorian coasts have been closed as a precaution. Authorities request to remain alert and informed only through official channels.

15/01/2022

“Authorities in permanent monitoring after Tsunami on the island of Tonga

The National Risk and Emergency Management Service communicates that the Oceanographic and Antarctic Institute of the National Navy has issued Observation Bulletin No. 2, generated after the occurrence of a tsunami on Tonga Island as a result of the eruption of the volcano Hungarian-Tongan.

For precautionary reasons, due to a possible impact of the local tide and strong currents, the suspension of maritime and recreational activities on the coastal edge of the insular region is recommended until 3:00 p.m. and until 5:00 p.m. in Continental Ecuador.

Tsunami observation recommends permanent attention to communications issued by government agencies responsible for public safety alerts.

This information has been communicated to the local authorities and has been disseminated by official means to the population. We reiterate, the event is under permanent monitoring. Citizens are requested to be informed by official sources.”

23/12/2021

If you do not have a vaccination card, you must enter to this web page https://certificados-vacunas.msp.gob.ec/?fbclid=IwAR3h3XkjDo9t9Ns9TCS8BN4vkn6obODvAlQwC65gATuqOp3siI_FR2W4X1k
from the Ministry of Public health, and automatically enter your date of birth The digital card will be downloaded, which can be printed or loaded on your cell phone to show in the public establishments that require it.

23/12/2021

Please pay attention to the new security measures that apply to our country at the national level. This is a statement from Supermaxi supermarkets:
“To our clients:
Following the provisions of the National COE, to enter our premises you must present your vaccination card. Enter the following link and download your certificate: https://certificados-vacunas.msp.gob.ec
We take care of you and our collaborators. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.”

12/06/2021

“Vehicle circulation hours are extended in Portoviejo

The cantonal COE of Portoviejo met this Friday, June 11, and issued new provisions, effective immediately, for the development of activities in the canton.
At the meeting, the epidemiological situation was analyzed, observing that the number of infected and deceased by COVID-19 has progressively decreased. This evolution is related to the vaccination process that has advanced steadily since April. "These are favorable events, which give us another perspective," said Freddy Saldarriaga, cantonal director of Social Development of the Municipality of Portoviejo.
In this sense, the measures in place seek to achieve economic reactivation within the framework of biosafety responsibility and compliance.
Restrictions on massive events, bars, discos and others are maintained. The circulation hours of private vehicles are extended until 00h00.
The cantonal COE urged citizens to maintain self-care measures to prevent a new wave of infections that will force resumption of restrictions.
It was emphasized that biosecurity measures such as distancing, use of a mask, frequent hand washing and avoiding social gatherings continue to be essential to help the number of infected and deceased by COVID-19 continue to decrease.

New provisions for Portoviejo
Session of the Cantonal COE of June 11, 2021

Mobility and Transportation
Authorize the circulation of private vehicles from 05:00 to 00:00. Intra- and inter-provincial and cantonal public transport may circulate without schedule restriction with 75% capacity, as well as the exceptions established by Portovial EP.

The progressive opening of economic, social and sports activities is authorized with the application of biosafety protocols and under the following guidelines:

Event centers
The operation is authorized by category depending on the area and regulation for each local. The capacity may be a maximum of 80, 60, 40 and 25 people depending on the establishment. All classrooms must display the maximum number allowed according to their category for the purpose of knowledge and control. Operation until 00h00.

Sports fields
The opening for sports practice is authorized until 10:00 p.m., but without spectator attendance. An act of commitment must be signed with owners or administrators.

Gyms
The opening of gyms with 30% capacity is authorized until 10:00 p.m. Equipment and facilities disinfection protocol will be applied.

Restaurants
In-person service hours are extended until 00h00 with a capacity of 50%. Delivery service until 02h00.

Commercial activities
Activities are authorized in commercial establishments with 50% capacity.

Cinemas and theaters in closed spaces
Cinemas and theaters are authorized to open in closed spaces with 30% capacity.

Sale of alcoholic beverages
It can be done from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 00:00. It will be prohibited during the 24 hours of Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Alcohol consumption in public spaces
The prohibition of consumption of alcoholic beverages in public spaces is maintained, in accordance with what is regulated by municipal ordinances.

Until a new evaluation is carried out, the measures detailed below will remain in force:

Crucita and spas
Access to Crucita beach and spas is authorized from Monday to Sunday with 25% capacity and until 5:00 p.m. Once the capacity is fulfilled, the closing will proceed.

Parks
Parks and public spaces in the open air are kept open, observing the limitations of agglomeration of people. The areas where group sports are practiced in parks are excepted.

Mass events and meetings
Maintain the prohibition of mass events and social gatherings.

Bars, discos and tolerance centers
The prohibition of opening bars, discos, entertainment centers, tolerance centers and any activity that does not guarantee social distancing is maintained.

Other activities
A 30% capacity is authorized for financial entities, funeral homes, and churches.

Markets and supermarkets
The establishments for the supply of food will be able to operate with a capacity of 50%.

Wakes in houses
Suspension of wakes in homes that do not comply with the maximum accompaniment of 10 people and that do not observe the protocols established by the MSP. Deaths from COVID-19 will not be able to watch themselves, according to the protocol has established it.

Formative training
The development of formative and high performance training is authorized, with the regulations established by the national governing body.

Telecommuting
Maintain teleworking for all public and private institutions as established by the National COE.”
S. Municipio de Portoviejo

21/05/2021

ATTENTION 📣


The Funpipe Foundation is an institution that offers nationally certified courses in various FIELDS.
He is currently offering a FREE course for people between the ages of 16 and 30 from the Charapotó parish.
The course will be on Basic Home Electrical Installations, in Online Mode, those who participate in the course will receive a totally FREE Certificate endorsed by the Funpipe Foundation. The course is expected to start the week of May 31

Those interested can contact the following numbers;
0986358423
0978725291
0989875565

They are also looking for people who are electricians to send them a training book.

21/05/2021

“COE Portoviejo has vehicle restriction from 10:00 p.m. to 05:00 a.m.

According to the Ministry of Public Health, the epidemiological indicators of Portoviejo have been favorable between April and May, during the time that the state of exception was in force.
From 1,479 confirmed cases of Covid in March, the number dropped to 1,057 in April and, so far in May, there have been 434. In the case of deceased people, in April the number was 281 of which 125 were due to Covid; while in May there have been 82 deaths, of which 30 were caused by the virus.
These indicators show that there is a reduction both in positive cases and in the number of deaths in the canton and is related to the restriction actions that were applied.
That is why, in order to sustain the results, this Thursday, May 20, the cantonal COE of Portoviejo decided to establish new measures that will be in force from May 21 and will be subject to evaluation for two weeks.
The following was approved by session:
Traffic restriction for private vehicles, from Monday to Sunday, from 10:00 p.m. to 05:00 a.m., with exceptions for automobiles that are part of the productive chain, food, commercial and public transport, services, health, logistics, delivery and others activities authorized by Portovial EP. Failure to comply with this provision will result in a fine of
$ 100.00 and retention of the vehicle for up to three days. Through PORTOVIAL EP, the necessary guidelines will be issued for full compliance with this provision.
Prohibition of opening sports fields or places where group sports are practiced, cinemas and theaters in closed spaces, bars, discos, entertainment centers and tolerance centers.
Prohibition of social events and gatherings in public or private spaces, including homes.
Prohibition of the sale of alcoholic beverages from Monday to Friday from 10:00 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays throughout the day.
Authorize the circulation of cantonal public transport with 50% of capacity, while the circulation of intra and interprovincial transport with 75% of capacity.
Allow access to Crucita beach and spas for tourist purposes from Monday to Sunday until 5:00 p.m. with 25% capacity.
Maintain the 30% capacity in commercial establishments, food courts, restaurants, financial institutions, funeral homes and churches. For food supply establishments, the capacity is limited to 50%.
Suspension of wakes in homes that do not comply with the maximum accompaniment of 10 people, and that do not observe the protocols established by MSP. For those who died from Covid-19, they cannot be subject to vigil, as established by the protocol.
It is established as hours of operation for restaurants and fast food outlets until 10:00 p.m. in person, with home delivery services until 02:00 a.m.
Maintain the opening of gyms that have ventilated spaces with 20% capacity and compliance with biosafety measures.
Keep parks and public spaces open in the open, observing the limitations of agglomeration and association of people. The prohibition on the opening of sports fields and the development of group activities in these spaces is maintained.
Maintain teleworking for all public and private institutions as established by the National COE.”
S. Municipio de Portoviejo

24/04/2021

Here is a handy information if you like fresh broil chicken:
La Esquina de Ales has delivery service Saturdays and Sundays the price of the delivery service is $ 1.50 and they reach any area of ​​Crucita, San Jacinto and San Clemente.

23/04/2021

Supermarket opening hours during the state of emergency:

“All the establishments of this chain of the La Favorita company: Megamaxi, Supermaxi, Gran Akí will attend from Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 19:30 and will be closed on weekends.

My Comisariato's business hours are from 07:00 to 19:00 from Monday to Friday. On weekends all its stores will be closed.

At home, from Monday to Sunday, they attend through frequento.com nationwide.

Tía supermarkets will be open from 07:00 to 19:00 on weekdays from Monday to Thursday, and will remain closed on weekends.

However, it has home service (1800 842842) from Monday to Sunday from 07:00 to 19:00, via the web or at 1800 842 842.

Coral Hypermarkets

In their stores in Manta and Montecristi, they are open from Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:00.”
S.Manta Noticias

Supermercados
Megamaxi, Supermaxi, Gran Akí

Todos los establecimientos de esta cadena de la empresa La Favorita, tanto en Megamaxi, Supermaxi, Gran Akí atenderán de lunes a viernes de 09:00 a 19:30 y estarán cerrados los fines de semana.

Cadena Mi Comisariato

El horario de atención de Mi Comisariato es de 07:00 a 19:00 de lunes a viernes. Fines de semana permanecerán cerrados todos sus locales.

A domicilio, de lunes a domingo, atienden mediante frecuento.com a nivel nacional. Y, con la aplicación Super Easy atienden a domicilio en Guayaquil, Quito y Santa Elena, de lunes a domingo.

Almacenes Tía

Los supermercados Tía laborarán de 07:00 a 19:00 los días de semana de lunes a jueves, y permanecerán cerrados los fines de semana.

Sin embargo, cuenta con el servicio a domicilio (1800 842842) de lunes a domingos de 07:00 a 19:00, vía web o al 1800 842 842.

Coral Hipermercados

Atienden a nivel nacional de 08:30 a 19:30, de lunes a viernes. Sábados y domingos con pedidos a domicilio en www.coralhipermercados.com

22/04/2021

New restrictions.

“The COE recommended a state of exception for 28 days, from 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 23 to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2021.

These measures are for 16 provinces of the country. It was announced that it will be applied in Azuay, Imbabura, Loja, Manabí, Santo Domingo, Guayas, Pichincha, Los Ríos, Tungurahua, Santa Elena, Esmeraldas, Carchi, Zamora Chinchipe, El Oro, Cotopaxi and Sucumbíos.

The measures will not allow the mobilization of people or vehicles (curfew) from Monday to Thursday from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

In addition, there will be absolute restriction from 8:00 p.m. on Friday to Monday at 5:00 a.m.

In other words, no one will be able to mobilize on weekends.

All this during the 28 days. This measure includes the May 1 holiday.”
S. El Diario Manabita COE Nacional

21/04/2021

“Transportation service is back to normal.
The value of inter and intraprovincial transportation tickets will increase, from May, by 15% in Ecuador. Meanwhile, the capacity of the units will continue at 75% of its capacity. This was reported by the Minister of Government, Gabriel Martínez, at a press conference, in which he appeared in the company of Abel Gómez, president of the National Federation of Inter and Intraprovincial Transport Cooperatives (Fenacotip), and other authorities of the National Transit Agency (ANT).”
S. Fenacotip

18/04/2021

🔴 There will be a STOP OF TRANSPORTERS AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL, DUE TO THE INCREASE OF DIESEL.

No intra and inter Provincial transport unit will circulate on the country's highways, from April 19.

The National Federation of Interprovincial Passenger Transport Cooperatives of Ecuador (Fenacotip) issued a statement to warn that, as of this Monday, April 19, 2021, all transport units that belong to this union will not circulate on any highway in the country.

This measure would be given due to the lack of attention of the Government to their requests, since, on multiple occasions they have asked the authorities for a concrete solution due to the increase in the price of fuels, especially diesel that has increased in value in the last ten months.

Given this, the union had already announced that they would paralyze their activities on April 6, but due to the second round presidential elections, they would have postponed this resolution.

In the communiqué that they socialized, it is also emphasized that the transport units no longer have the necessary resources to continue with their operations in the country.

"Due to the lack of resources to sustain our operations, on Monday, April 19, unfortunately, our units will not be able to go out on the road."

At the moment, neither the President of the Republic, Lenín Moreno, nor his ministers have responded to this measure.

S.: Fenacotip

18/04/2021

Be alert: Crucita’s Buses will not circulate tomorrow.

“The crucita cooperative joins the strike that begins this Monday, April 19, organized by FENACOTIP (National Federation of Cooperatives of Public Passenger Transport of Ecuador)
This is due to the lack of resources to sustain its operations.”
S. Crucita Beach

La cooperativa de crucita se une al paro que comienza este lunes 19 de abril organizado por la FENACOTIP ( Federación Nacional de Cooperativas de Transportes públicos de pasajeros del Ecuador)
Esto es debido a la falta de recursos para sostener sus operaciones.