Has anyone been to General Discussion recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Apps or platforms to use
I was there last year and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
The ethics debate — where do you stand?
Started by DesertRat · 14 Mar 2026 · 1786 views
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14 Mar 2026 at 01:36
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15 Mar 2026 at 23:36
This matches my experience. General Discussion is great value for money.
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17 Mar 2026 at 06:36
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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17 Mar 2026 at 18:36
Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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18 Mar 2026 at 08:36
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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19 Mar 2026 at 03:36
Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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21 Mar 2026 at 00:36
First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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21 Mar 2026 at 03:36
Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:36
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:36
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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22 Mar 2026 at 10:36
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:36
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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25 Mar 2026 at 14:55
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:55
Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:55
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25 Mar 2026 at 22:55
I was there in February and prices were great value. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: midweek is much better.
My tip: midweek is much better.
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25 Mar 2026 at 23:36
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 02:55
Did you use dating apps or find girls at the hotel?
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27 Mar 2026 at 00:36
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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27 Mar 2026 at 08:55
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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