Has anyone been to Border Towns recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- New venues worth checking out
I was there in 2024 and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Getting a local SIM card in Border Towns
Started by PattayaDave · 21 Mar 2026 · 974 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:58
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:58
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 16:58
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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24 Mar 2026 at 18:58
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:13
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:13
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:13
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:13
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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26 Mar 2026 at 17:58
Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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27 Mar 2026 at 04:13
I was there in February and prices were great value. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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27 Mar 2026 at 05:13
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Mar 2026 at 10:13
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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27 Mar 2026 at 20:13
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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27 Mar 2026 at 22:13
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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28 Mar 2026 at 01:58
Did you use local sites or find girls at clubs?
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I was there in February and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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