Common scams in Romania and how to avoid them
Started by PattayaDave · 3 Mar 2026 · 1878 views
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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3 Mar 2026 at 10:32
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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3 Mar 2026 at 20:47
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. 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: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. 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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3 Mar 2026 at 22:39
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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4 Mar 2026 at 19:36
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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5 Mar 2026 at 04:20
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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5 Mar 2026 at 06:57
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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5 Mar 2026 at 17:49
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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6 Mar 2026 at 01:59
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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6 Mar 2026 at 09:12
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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100% agree. The variety there is hard to beat.
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7 Mar 2026 at 05:45
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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7 Mar 2026 at 06:59
Great report! Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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7 Mar 2026 at 16:44
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: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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7 Mar 2026 at 16:59
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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8 Mar 2026 at 02:58
This matches my experience. Romania is great value for money.
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8 Mar 2026 at 05:38
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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8 Mar 2026 at 12:19
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.
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8 Mar 2026 at 12:52
This matches my experience. Romania is great value for money.
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