Best areas in Thailand? Planning my first trip
Started by SoCalSurfer · 5 Mar 2026 · 243 views
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5 Mar 2026 at 07:04
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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5 Mar 2026 at 16:17
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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5 Mar 2026 at 19:46
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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5 Mar 2026 at 23:58
Great report! Quick question — how was the wifi at your hotel?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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6 Mar 2026 at 05:56
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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6 Mar 2026 at 11:12
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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6 Mar 2026 at 21:12
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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7 Mar 2026 at 06:20
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. 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: Good value overall. 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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7 Mar 2026 at 12:44
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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7 Mar 2026 at 17:49
This matches my experience. Thailand is one of my favorites.
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7 Mar 2026 at 18:19
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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7 Mar 2026 at 23:07
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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8 Mar 2026 at 02:13
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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How's the daytime scene there compared to the Philippines?
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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9 Mar 2026 at 03:14
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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9 Mar 2026 at 09:26
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
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: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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9 Mar 2026 at 09:57
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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