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Returning to Cali after 3 years — what's different?

Started by BangkokVet · 4 Mar 2026 · 540 views

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BangkokVet member
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4 Mar 2026 at 04:31
Returned from 11 days in Cali. Solid experience.

Accommodation:
Guesthouse near the main area. $41/night. Walking distance to everything.

Scene:
Busy and well-organized. Prices were fair for the quality.

Quality:
Varied — some great, some average. Had 8 encounters total.

Logistics:
Rented a motorbike for flexibility. Street food was a highlight.

Safety:
Used common sense and had no problems.

Overall: 7.5/10. Already planning next trip.

Happy to answer any questions.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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JerseyJim member
#2
5 Mar 2026 at 13:31
Quick question — how was the wifi?
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NashvilleNate member
#3
6 Mar 2026 at 06:31
I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $120/day all-in.

My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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EdinburghEd member
#4
8 Mar 2026 at 01:31
First time was a learning experience. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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VegasVince member
#5
9 Mar 2026 at 04:31
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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PerthPete member
#6
9 Mar 2026 at 17:31
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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AustinAlex member
#7
11 Mar 2026 at 11:31
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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OzzieTravels member
#8
12 Mar 2026 at 07:31
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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OttawaOliver member
#9
13 Mar 2026 at 00:31
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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SeattleSam member
#10
13 Mar 2026 at 13:31
Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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HalifaxHarry member
#11
15 Mar 2026 at 13:31
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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NewcastleNick member
#12
15 Mar 2026 at 22:31
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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DCExplorer member
#13
16 Mar 2026 at 10:31
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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PerthPete member
#14
16 Mar 2026 at 21:31
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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TexasHeat member
#15
17 Mar 2026 at 07:31
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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OrlandoOscar member
#16
19 Mar 2026 at 05:31
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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NewcastleNick member
#17
19 Mar 2026 at 07:31
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $50/day all-in.

My tip: avoid weekends.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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LondonPunter member
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:31
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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DublinDave member
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:31
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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WanderlustCarl member
#20
20 Mar 2026 at 19:31
Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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