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UAE / Dubai first timer — need advice

Started by WanderlustCarl · 12 Mar 2026 · 1195 views

WanderlustCarl member
#1
12 Mar 2026 at 11:01
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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AustinAlex member
#2
12 Mar 2026 at 12:43
How's the weather there compared to Thailand?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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OrlandoOscar member
#3
12 Mar 2026 at 21:41
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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BirminghamBaz member
#4
13 Mar 2026 at 08:42
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Late night you get the best deals.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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PattayaDave member
#5
13 Mar 2026 at 11:46
I was there in early March 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 the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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FKKNovice member
#6
13 Mar 2026 at 14:24
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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MontrealMax member
#7
13 Mar 2026 at 23:07
I was there in early March and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/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: Weekdays are quieter and better.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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DesertRat member
#8
14 Mar 2026 at 04:28
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Phoenix, AZ

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NewcastleNick member
#9
14 Mar 2026 at 11:17
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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EdinburghEd member
#10
14 Mar 2026 at 13:31
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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MontrealMax member
#11
14 Mar 2026 at 14:56
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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SeattleSam member
#12
14 Mar 2026 at 15:47
How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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BirminghamBaz member
#13
15 Mar 2026 at 00:54
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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EdinburghEd member
#14
15 Mar 2026 at 08:00
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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LiverpoolLee member
#15
15 Mar 2026 at 18:51
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Liverpool, UK

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OzzieTravels member
#16
16 Mar 2026 at 06:06
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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CardiffChris member
#17
16 Mar 2026 at 14:40
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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BirminghamBaz member
#18
16 Mar 2026 at 18:34
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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