Safety info for Tijuana:
General: Felt safe with common sense.
Watch Out: Avoid residential areas at night.
Scams: Hidden charges on bills.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Common scams in Tijuana and how to avoid them
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Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:24
Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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20 Mar 2026 at 19:59
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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20 Mar 2026 at 21:15
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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22 Mar 2026 at 15:01
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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25 Mar 2026 at 02:48
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:39
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:45
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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25 Mar 2026 at 15:38
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:16
How's the food there compared to the Philippines?
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Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:29
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:41
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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26 Mar 2026 at 15:41
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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26 Mar 2026 at 21:27
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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