Returned from 14 days in Australia. Great trip overall.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the main area. $56/night. Clean and central.
Scene:
Quieter than I hoped but still good. Prices were fair for the quality.
Quality:
Varied — some great, some average. Had 10 encounters total.
Logistics:
Rented a motorbike for flexibility. Food was cheap and delicious.
Safety:
Felt safe throughout.
Overall: 8.5/10. Already planning next trip.
Happy to answer any questions.
Australia — just got back, quick review
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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This matches my experience. Australia is great value for money.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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