Trip report: Bangkok, early March 2026, 10 days. Overall rating: 9/10.
Spent most of my time in the Patpong area. Prices were 1500-3000 THB ST, 4000-6000 LT. The scene has stayed the same compared to my last visit.
Accommodation: Found a good hotel for $80/night within walking distance of the action. Clean, AC, wifi — all you need.
The girls were mostly attractive. Plenty of options.
Food was cheap and delicious. Found some great local spots.
Overall: Good trip, might try somewhere new next time.
Happy to answer any questions.
Ratchada trip report — what I found
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:57
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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22 Mar 2026 at 05:21
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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22 Mar 2026 at 12:12
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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22 Mar 2026 at 18:53
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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22 Mar 2026 at 20:48
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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23 Mar 2026 at 08:06
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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23 Mar 2026 at 08:58
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 16:40
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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24 Mar 2026 at 02:59
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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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 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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24 Mar 2026 at 11:46
Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls through referrals?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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24 Mar 2026 at 18:43
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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24 Mar 2026 at 20:02
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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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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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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25 Mar 2026 at 15:02
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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Thanks for sharing. Did you use freelancers or find girls through referrals?
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