Safety update for Tips & Advice based on recent experience and community reports:
General Safety Level: Moderate — use common sense and you will be fine.
Common Risks:
- Drink spiking at bars — watch your drinks
- Phone snatching — keep it in your front pocket
- Room theft — use hotel safe
Areas to Avoid:
Tourist areas are generally safe but stay alert.
Police Situation:
Police checkpoints are common — carry ID.
Stay safe out there.
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Started by CanuckTraveller · 1 Mar 2026 · 765 views
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Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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5 Mar 2026 at 23:02
Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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7 Mar 2026 at 22:02
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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8 Mar 2026 at 03:02
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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11 Mar 2026 at 13:02
I was there in last month and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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Did you use local sites or find girls at online?
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13 Mar 2026 at 12:02
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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I was there in February and prices were about average. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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This matches my experience. Tips & Advice is great value for money.
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16 Mar 2026 at 08:02
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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