Orlando Vera

Orlando Vera is a local vendor in Guayaquil, Ecuador, known for selling traditional monigotes, which are effigies made of cardboard and paper that are a significant part of the New Year's celebration. He has reported a surge in sales due to the proximity of his stall to the coastal highway, as many customers are heading to beach destinations for the holidays. On December 24, he offered monigotes starting at five dollars, highlighting the festive spirit and the cultural importance of these figures in the region's end-of-year traditions.