Planning first trip to Mexico. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 7 days
Tips appreciated.
Best areas in Mexico? Planning my first trip
Started by MontrealMax · 5 Mar 2026 · 674 views
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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7 Mar 2026 at 13:44
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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9 Mar 2026 at 13:09
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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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 2023.
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 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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12 Mar 2026 at 14:54
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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14 Mar 2026 at 00:49
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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15 Mar 2026 at 18:06
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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How's the daytime scene there compared to Germany?
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20 Mar 2026 at 01:35
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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20 Mar 2026 at 22:20
Great report! Quick question — how was the wifi at your hotel?
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21 Mar 2026 at 04:28
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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