Planning my first trip to Thailand 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 Latin America but this would be my first time in Thailand.
Thanks for any help!
Thailand — local girls vs agencies
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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