Returning to Belgium after 3 years — what's different?
Started by LiverpoolLee · 20 Mar 2026 · 1810 views
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20 Mar 2026 at 16:33
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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21 Mar 2026 at 02:09
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:16
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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21 Mar 2026 at 13:53
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:06
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:54
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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22 Mar 2026 at 06:15
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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22 Mar 2026 at 14:13
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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23 Mar 2026 at 02:10
Did you feel safe carrying cash?
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:51
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.
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23 Mar 2026 at 21:54
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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23 Mar 2026 at 23:42
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:26
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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24 Mar 2026 at 13:36
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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24 Mar 2026 at 22:17
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 05:45
How's the weather there compared to Germany?
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:33
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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