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Jan 2026
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"Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick"

Recent Threads

Morocco — underrated or overhyped?
in Morocco · 28 Jul 2026 · 9 replies
Philippines 7-day itinerary recommendation
in Philippines · 14 Jul 2026 · 8 replies
Philippines — weekend vs weekday experience
in Philippines · 6 Jul 2026 · 7 replies
Australia — rainy season experience
in Australia · 3 Jul 2026 · 7 replies
Best areas in Puerto Rico right now?
in Puerto Rico · 1 Jul 2026 · 8 replies
Indonesia — realistic daily budget?
in Indonesia · 29 Jun 2026 · 6 replies
Language barrier in Bangkok — worth learning basics?
in Bangkok · 15 Jun 2026 · 9 replies
Currency and payment tips for Safety & Police
in Safety & Police · 11 Jun 2026 · 9 replies
Currency and payment tips for Thailand
in Thailand · 8 Jun 2026 · 7 replies
Budget trip to Honduras — my breakdown
in Honduras · 4 Jun 2026 · 11 replies

Recent Posts

Re: Chiang Mai — police and law enforcement situation

Any daytime restaurant recommendations?

2 Aug 2026
Re: Uber/taxi situation in Australia

Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum.

1 Aug 2026
Re: Panama nightlife for beginners

Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier recently.

1 Aug 2026
Re: Cuba — my favorite spots after multiple visits

Did you feel safe walking at night?

31 Jul 2026
Re: Safety update: Australia this month

First time there was great thanks to forum advice. Second time I knew the ropes and it was much better. Like most places, experience makes all the dif...

28 Jul 2026
Re: Morocco — underrated or overhyped?

Quick question for Morocco regulars — anything changed recently? Was there in 2024 and had a great time but heard things are quieter. Worth going ba...

28 Jul 2026
Re: Bangkok price check — what are current rates?

+1 on this. Exactly my experience too.

19 Jul 2026
Re: Philippines 7-day itinerary recommendation

Philippines trip report — 12 days Arrived and got settled quickly. Taxi from airport was easy. Hotel was surprisingly nice for the price. Days 1-2: ...

14 Jul 2026
Re: Austria — best time of year to go

Interesting but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.

14 Jul 2026
Re: General Information — anyone there right now?

Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.

12 Jul 2026