Been thinking about visiting General Information and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Thailand?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Getting a SIM card in General Information
Started by MelbourneMarc · 1 Mar 2026 · 86 views
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1 Mar 2026 at 21:55
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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2 Mar 2026 at 06:41
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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3 Mar 2026 at 17:38
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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3 Mar 2026 at 19:26
This matches my experience. General Information is great value.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $129/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $129/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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How does it compare to Germany?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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