Visited Cali for 12 days. Great experience. Scene is quieter but worthwhile. Pricing up slightly.
Spent $138/day. Best part: variety.
Overall: 9/10. Solid destination.
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Cali day vs night comparison
Started by LiverpoolLee · 19 Mar 2026 · 297 views
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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20 Mar 2026 at 23:15
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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22 Mar 2026 at 03:42
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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23 Mar 2026 at 15:43
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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24 Mar 2026 at 06:27
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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24 Mar 2026 at 07:11
I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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24 Mar 2026 at 20:52
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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24 Mar 2026 at 22:26
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:14
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:47
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $77/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $77/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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26 Mar 2026 at 13:41
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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