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Manuel Vega travels across North America in his Firpo Camper motorhome

20.06.2026 15:52 1 min 1 source
Diario El Mercurio SPA
Manuel Vega travels across North America in his Firpo Camper motorhome
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Manuel Vega, a 66-year-old Ecuadorian businessman and former president of Deportivo Cuenca, is traveling across North America in a motorhome named Firpo Camper, built with his son. The journey started in Cuenca in February 2026 and includes attending World Cup matches in the US. The motorhome, based on a Peugeot Jumper, features a shower, toilet, kitchen, and solar panels. Plans include a trip to Alaska in 2027 and a return to South America in 2028.

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Manuel Vega travels across North America in his Firpo Camper motorhome

20.06.2026 Diario El Mercurio SPA Original source

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