Phuket 5-day itinerary — my recommendations
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How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?
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9 Mar 2026 at 19:19
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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10 Mar 2026 at 04:44
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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10 Mar 2026 at 12:15
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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10 Mar 2026 at 16:29
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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How long did it take you to learn the routine?
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100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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11 Mar 2026 at 11:43
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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11 Mar 2026 at 14:21
How's the weather there compared to Germany?
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Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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12 Mar 2026 at 03:00
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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12 Mar 2026 at 08:10
Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/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: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/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: Late night you get the best deals.
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13 Mar 2026 at 03:49
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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13 Mar 2026 at 04:14
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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13 Mar 2026 at 08:42
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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13 Mar 2026 at 16:01
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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14 Mar 2026 at 00:22
How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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