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Common scams in Puerto Vallarta/Guadalajara and how to avoid them

Started by DCExplorer · 25 Feb 2026 · 1319 views

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DCExplorer member
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25 Feb 2026 at 22:37
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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YorkshireLad member
#2
26 Feb 2026 at 00:51
How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?

Yorkshire Lad — Leeds, UK

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HalifaxHarry member
#3
26 Feb 2026 at 11:04
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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KiwiKen member
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26 Feb 2026 at 14:31
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DetroitDan member
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26 Feb 2026 at 14:52
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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BayAreaBob member
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26 Feb 2026 at 15:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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BangkokVet member
#7
26 Feb 2026 at 19:08
Did you feel safe walking around at night?

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DesertRat member
#8
27 Feb 2026 at 00:17
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Phoenix, AZ

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OrlandoOscar member
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27 Feb 2026 at 03:14
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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BristolBen member
#10
27 Feb 2026 at 12:28
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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SoCalSurfer member
#11
27 Feb 2026 at 16:34
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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EuroExplorer member
#12
27 Feb 2026 at 23:57
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Better quality overall.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.

Euro Explorer — Boston, MA

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PattayaDave member
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28 Feb 2026 at 04:58
I was there in February and can add some detail:

Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.

My favorite spot was an agency I found online.

One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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MontrealMax member
#14
28 Feb 2026 at 06:38
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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EdinburghEd member
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28 Feb 2026 at 06:54
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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MelbourneMarc member
#16
28 Feb 2026 at 17:22
How long did it take you to learn the routine?

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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FKKNovice member
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28 Feb 2026 at 18:35
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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SeattleSam member
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1 Mar 2026 at 00:12
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: More girls working online now.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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MelbourneMarc member
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1 Mar 2026 at 04:59
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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FKKNovice member
#20
1 Mar 2026 at 15:36
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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