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Best areas in Cancún/Playa del Carmen? Planning my first trip

Started by PhillyFred · 12 Mar 2026 · 1339 views

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PhillyFred member
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12 Mar 2026 at 17:05
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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NashvilleNate member
#2
13 Mar 2026 at 02:17
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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KiwiKen member
#3
13 Mar 2026 at 11:26
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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OrlandoOscar member
#4
13 Mar 2026 at 13:00
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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VegasVince member
#5
13 Mar 2026 at 21:23
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.

My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.

One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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BristolBen member
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14 Mar 2026 at 02:19
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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AtlantaAce member
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14 Mar 2026 at 11:10
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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AustinAlex member
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14 Mar 2026 at 20:21
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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HalifaxHarry member
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15 Mar 2026 at 03:50
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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AustinAlex member
#10
15 Mar 2026 at 15:28
How's the food there compared to Colombia?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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PattayaDave member
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15 Mar 2026 at 18:42
How's the daytime scene there compared to Colombia?
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NewcastleNick member
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16 Mar 2026 at 01:30
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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DublinDave member
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16 Mar 2026 at 10:21
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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MontrealMax member
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16 Mar 2026 at 14:14
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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OzzieTravels member
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16 Mar 2026 at 16:43
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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DallasDon member
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17 Mar 2026 at 04:32
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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CardiffChris member
#17
17 Mar 2026 at 10:49
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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KiwiKen member
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:35
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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OrlandoOscar member
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17 Mar 2026 at 22:34
How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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NewcastleNick member
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18 Mar 2026 at 04:29
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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