Scandinavia — how much to budget per day

Planning my first trip to Scandinavia in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.

My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?

I'm coming from the US and have experience in Southeast Asia but this would be my first time in Scandinavia.

Thanks for any help!

Did you feel safe walking around at night?

Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.

Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.

I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.

Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.

Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.

Did you use the local sites or find girls at bars?

I was there in January and prices were great value.

Spent about $59/day all-in. Quality was good.

My tip: go early evening for best selection.

I was there in February and prices were great value.

Spent about $125/day all-in. Quality was good.

My tip: go early evening for best selection.

This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.

Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.

Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.

With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.

Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.

+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.