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. 8/10 from me.
Premium experiences in Austria — worth the money?
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:46
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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24 Mar 2026 at 11:26
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 17:58
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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25 Mar 2026 at 03:12
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:24
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:32
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:53
This matches my experience. Austria is one of my favorites.
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How's the weather there compared to the Philippines?
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:22
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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26 Mar 2026 at 21:33
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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