Safety info for Venezuela:
General: More caution needed but manageable.
Watch Out: Pickpocketing in crowded bars.
Scams: Taxi broken meter scam.
Stay smart, stay safe.
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Started by MidwestMark · 18 Mar 2026 · 1238 views
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:20
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:54
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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21 Mar 2026 at 20:36
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:31
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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23 Mar 2026 at 12:55
How does it compare to Thailand?
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23 Mar 2026 at 21:45
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:22
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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24 Mar 2026 at 02:38
I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $123/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $123/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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24 Mar 2026 at 05:06
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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25 Mar 2026 at 01:26
This matches my experience. Venezuela is one of my favorites.
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25 Mar 2026 at 04:57
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:08
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 18:10
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:33
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:13
I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:06
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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