Dating locals vs the scene — honest talk
Started by EdinburghEd · 1 Mar 2026 · 658 views
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1 Mar 2026 at 19:43
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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1 Mar 2026 at 22:12
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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2 Mar 2026 at 08:39
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
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 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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2 Mar 2026 at 12:30
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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2 Mar 2026 at 17:39
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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3 Mar 2026 at 01:05
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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3 Mar 2026 at 10:09
Great report! Quick question — how was the wifi at your hotel?
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3 Mar 2026 at 14:09
How's the nightlife there compared to Germany?
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3 Mar 2026 at 19:37
100% agree. The variety there is hard to beat.
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3 Mar 2026 at 20:04
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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4 Mar 2026 at 02:07
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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4 Mar 2026 at 12:58
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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4 Mar 2026 at 17:18
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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4 Mar 2026 at 18:43
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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5 Mar 2026 at 03:25
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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5 Mar 2026 at 14:48
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: 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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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5 Mar 2026 at 17:53
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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6 Mar 2026 at 01:10
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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6 Mar 2026 at 08:15
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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6 Mar 2026 at 10:26
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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