Beaches without direction or law
General Villamil – Playas is facing a crisis characterized by disorder, environmental issues, and a decline in safety, turning it from a source of provincial pride into a symbol of neglect.
More sculptures for the landscape of Pinamar
The Playas Art Hotel in Pinamar is showcasing large pieces by renowned modern artists as part of an artistic initiative aimed at integrating art into everyday life in the city.
Playas records fewer violent deaths at the beginning of 2026 after its most critical year
General Villamil Playas has seen a reduction in violent deaths in early 2026, following the historically violent year of 2025, thanks to intensified law enforcement actions.
18 people poisoned in Playas during the holiday
Eighteen individuals reported food poisoning symptoms in Playas, Ecuador, during a holiday weekend.
Playas experiences a carnival with 80% hotel occupancy and concerts until February 17
The carnival in Playas, Ecuador, is attracting many tourists, showcasing 80% hotel occupancy despite light rain.
Carnival Holiday: these are the ticket prices from Guayaquil to the beaches of Playas, Salinas, and Manta
Advance sales have started for various coastal destinations, with regular fares maintained for the holiday from February 14 to 17, with expected high passenger traffic.
Carnival in Playas: $350,000 is the public contract budget for three days of concerts
The municipality of Playas, Ecuador, has allocated a public contract budget of $350,000 for Carnival celebrations, aiming to boost tourism despite local violence.
Five-star hotel being built in General Villamil Playas
A five-star international brand hotel is set to open in General Villamil Playas by mid-2027, according to José Hidalgo, general manager of Innovum, the real estate promoter behind the seaside project.