Planning first trip to Tijuana. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 10 days
Tips appreciated.
Tijuana first timer — need advice
Started by NashvilleNate · 9 Mar 2026 · 1746 views
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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12 Mar 2026 at 11:31
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
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 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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19 Mar 2026 at 01:22
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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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 competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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How's the nightlife there compared to Thailand?
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How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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22 Mar 2026 at 19:39
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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Did you feel safe carrying cash?
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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