Returned from 5 days in Canada.
Accommodation:
Mid-range hotel near the action. $52/night.
Scene:
Improved recently. Negotiation possible.
Highlights:
GFE was next level.
Overall: 7.5/10 - One of my favourites.
Happy to answer questions.
Returning to Canada after 3 years — what's different?
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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18 Mar 2026 at 15:34
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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Did you feel safe using taxis?
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