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 Europe but this would be my first time in General Information.
Thanks for any help!
General Information — how much to budget per day
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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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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