Planning my first trip to General Information in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the UK and have experience in Southeast Asia but this would be my first time in General Information.
Thanks for any help!
General Information — meeting girls online first?
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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8 Mar 2026 at 23:14
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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This matches my experience. General Information is great value.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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This matches my experience. General Information is one of my favorites.
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9 Mar 2026 at 18:45
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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10 Mar 2026 at 10:32
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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How does it compare to Thailand?
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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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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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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