Has anyone been to Australia recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there a while back and had a great time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Thailand.
Cheers
Australia — tipping etiquette
Started by PattayaDave · 4 Mar 2026 · 953 views
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Did you use freelancers or find girls at clubs?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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8 Mar 2026 at 07:11
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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First time was a learning experience. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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