Returned from 9 days in Cali. Mixed feelings but mostly positive.
Accommodation:
Budget hotel near the main area. $34/night. Quiet area but close to the action.
Scene:
Busy and well-organized. Prices were slightly higher than expected.
Quality:
Girls were friendly and attractive overall. Had 9 encounters total.
Logistics:
Transport was easy — Uber/Grab works well. Eating out was very affordable.
Safety:
No issues at all.
Overall: 7.5/10. Good destination, recommend for first-timers.
Happy to answer any questions.
Cali trip report — 10 days, detailed breakdown
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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10 Mar 2026 at 06:39
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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12 Mar 2026 at 17:39
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.
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13 Mar 2026 at 08:39
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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16 Mar 2026 at 16:39
Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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17 Mar 2026 at 13:39
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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19 Mar 2026 at 11:39
This matches my experience. Cali is great value for money.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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20 Mar 2026 at 15:39
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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