Puerto Vallarta/Guadalajara health and safety essentials
Started by BristolBen · 25 Feb 2026 · 1189 views
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25 Feb 2026 at 05:21
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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25 Feb 2026 at 11:47
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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25 Feb 2026 at 23:31
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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26 Feb 2026 at 03:08
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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26 Feb 2026 at 13:58
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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26 Feb 2026 at 14:58
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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26 Feb 2026 at 19:52
How's the weather there compared to Colombia?
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26 Feb 2026 at 21:03
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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26 Feb 2026 at 21:20
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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27 Feb 2026 at 07:34
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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27 Feb 2026 at 12:20
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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27 Feb 2026 at 14:02
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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27 Feb 2026 at 19:34
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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28 Feb 2026 at 06:36
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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28 Feb 2026 at 14:43
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls online?
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28 Feb 2026 at 15:41
How's the food there compared to Colombia?
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1 Mar 2026 at 00:21
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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1 Mar 2026 at 10:28
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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1 Mar 2026 at 17:36
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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2 Mar 2026 at 03:43
Thanks for sharing. Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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