Budget trip to United States — how I did it for cheap
Started by PattayaDave · 27 Feb 2026 · 952 views
Short Time: Budget $30-50, Mid $50-80, Premium $80-150+
Long Time: 2-3x short time rate
Tips: Round up 10%.
What are others paying?
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL
Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY
Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY
Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited
Portland, OR | 20 countries visited
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."