Planning first trip to Germany. 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.
Germany first timer tips
Started by DublinDave · 5 Mar 2026 · 672 views
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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I was there in February and prices were great value.
Spent about $57/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $57/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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How does it compare to Thailand?
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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13 Mar 2026 at 09:54
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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16 Mar 2026 at 13:15
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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19 Mar 2026 at 10:57
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me 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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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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24 Mar 2026 at 05:50
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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