Safety update for Safety & Police based on recent experience and community reports:
General Safety Level: Moderate — use common sense and you will be fine.
Common Risks:
- Petty theft in crowded areas — keep valuables secure
- Fake police demanding bribes — ask for badge number
- Bait and switch — verify photos before paying
Areas to Avoid:
Avoid the area around the bus station at night.
Police Situation:
Police checkpoints are common — carry ID.
Stay safe out there.
Police checkpoints — what to do if stopped
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22 Mar 2026 at 00:38
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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23 Mar 2026 at 03:38
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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24 Mar 2026 at 01:38
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:15
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:15
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:15
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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25 Mar 2026 at 13:15
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:38
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 22:38
Did you use local sites or find girls at the hotel?
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26 Mar 2026 at 00:15
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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26 Mar 2026 at 02:15
Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:38
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:15
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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27 Mar 2026 at 19:15
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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28 Mar 2026 at 02:15
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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28 Mar 2026 at 02:15
This matches my experience. Safety & Police is great value for money.
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28 Mar 2026 at 03:38
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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