Common scams in Bangkok and how to avoid them
Started by AustinAlex · 21 Mar 2026 · 1928 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 21:06
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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22 Mar 2026 at 06:20
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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22 Mar 2026 at 07:05
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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22 Mar 2026 at 15:50
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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22 Mar 2026 at 23:34
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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23 Mar 2026 at 06:08
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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23 Mar 2026 at 07:14
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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23 Mar 2026 at 17:50
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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24 Mar 2026 at 04:46
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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24 Mar 2026 at 12:34
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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24 Mar 2026 at 21:53
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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24 Mar 2026 at 22:25
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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25 Mar 2026 at 04:57
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:42
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 girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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25 Mar 2026 at 23:21
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 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes 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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26 Mar 2026 at 09:55
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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26 Mar 2026 at 11:04
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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26 Mar 2026 at 18:08
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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