Indonesia vs last year — has it changed?
Started by ScottishSteve · 20 Mar 2026 · 357 views
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20 Mar 2026 at 19:10
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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20 Mar 2026 at 19:33
How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:30
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:22
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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21 Mar 2026 at 14:45
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:50
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: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:24
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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22 Mar 2026 at 12:27
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.
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22 Mar 2026 at 19:43
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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23 Mar 2026 at 03:12
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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23 Mar 2026 at 07:12
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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23 Mar 2026 at 12:49
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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23 Mar 2026 at 20:45
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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23 Mar 2026 at 23:23
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:03
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 21:20
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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25 Mar 2026 at 07:46
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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