Planning first trip to West Coast. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 7 days
Tips appreciated.
West Coast — hotel recommendations near the action
Started by ChicagoChris · 12 Mar 2026 · 818 views
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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13 Mar 2026 at 22:58
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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15 Mar 2026 at 14:14
How does it compare to the Philippines?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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20 Mar 2026 at 07:54
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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20 Mar 2026 at 22:24
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:09
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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22 Mar 2026 at 08:26
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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23 Mar 2026 at 19:00
I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate 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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24 Mar 2026 at 12:02
This matches my experience. West Coast is great value.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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