Planning first trip to Border Towns. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 5 days
Tips appreciated.
Border Towns first timer tips
Started by PortlandPaul · 20 Mar 2026 · 1503 views
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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21 Mar 2026 at 14:16
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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23 Mar 2026 at 00:03
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $86/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $86/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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25 Mar 2026 at 01:08
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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25 Mar 2026 at 05:16
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:08
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at bars?
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:59
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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