Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
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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How's the nightlife there compared to Germany?
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I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. 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 an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. 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 an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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13 Mar 2026 at 22:18
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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