Planning my first trip to General Information 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 Europe but this would be my first time in General Information.
Thanks for any help!
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Started by AustinAlex · 18 Mar 2026 · 1182 views
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18 Mar 2026 at 16:48
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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18 Mar 2026 at 18:38
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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19 Mar 2026 at 06:14
I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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19 Mar 2026 at 17:29
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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19 Mar 2026 at 18:37
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:01
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:09
How does it compare to Germany?
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:32
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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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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21 Mar 2026 at 09:11
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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21 Mar 2026 at 14:29
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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22 Mar 2026 at 02:51
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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