Visited West Coast for 7 days. Great experience. Scene is quieter but worthwhile. Pricing fair.
Spent $97/day. Best part: variety.
Overall: 8/10. One of my favourites.
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West Coast — best bars and venues
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12 Mar 2026 at 00:10
Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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13 Mar 2026 at 05:03
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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13 Mar 2026 at 17:54
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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15 Mar 2026 at 01:06
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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16 Mar 2026 at 05:16
Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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16 Mar 2026 at 11:58
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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17 Mar 2026 at 09:31
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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18 Mar 2026 at 11:33
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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20 Mar 2026 at 09:18
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:44
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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23 Mar 2026 at 14:22
This matches my experience. West Coast is one of my favorites.
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24 Mar 2026 at 11:11
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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24 Mar 2026 at 23:42
Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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