Budget trip to Belgium
Started by LiverpoolLee · 15 Mar 2026 · 893 views
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15 Mar 2026 at 20:45
Current pricing for Belgium:
Short Time: Budget $30-50, Mid $50-80, Premium $80-150+
Long Time: 2-3x short time rate
Tips: Appreciated not expected.
What are others paying?
Short Time: Budget $30-50, Mid $50-80, Premium $80-150+
Long Time: 2-3x short time rate
Tips: Appreciated not expected.
What are others paying?
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16 Mar 2026 at 23:20
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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18 Mar 2026 at 04:41
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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18 Mar 2026 at 21:08
Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:51
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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19 Mar 2026 at 14:40
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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20 Mar 2026 at 12:05
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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20 Mar 2026 at 12:27
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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20 Mar 2026 at 19:53
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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20 Mar 2026 at 23:32
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:15
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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22 Mar 2026 at 19:15
This matches my experience. Belgium is great value.
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23 Mar 2026 at 06:29
How does it compare to the Philippines?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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24 Mar 2026 at 01:57
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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24 Mar 2026 at 16:49
Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:42
How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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26 Mar 2026 at 15:04
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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26 Mar 2026 at 18:26
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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