Safety info for Cali:
General: More caution needed but manageable.
Watch Out: Avoid residential areas at night.
Scams: Hidden charges on bills.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Cali — recent police activity
Started by DCExplorer · 19 Mar 2026 · 1529 views
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19 Mar 2026 at 00:23
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20 Mar 2026 at 05:17
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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20 Mar 2026 at 22:58
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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22 Mar 2026 at 04:31
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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22 Mar 2026 at 08:17
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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22 Mar 2026 at 16:13
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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23 Mar 2026 at 21:28
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:20
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:38
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:46
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:25
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:49
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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24 Mar 2026 at 13:18
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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24 Mar 2026 at 16:14
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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24 Mar 2026 at 18:06
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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24 Mar 2026 at 19:08
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $50/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $50/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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25 Mar 2026 at 06:51
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:20
This matches my experience. Cali is underrated.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:36
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:54
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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