Quick question for the Thailand regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there last year and had a great time but I've heard some crackdowns happened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Thailand first timer tips
Started by PhillyFred · 9 Mar 2026 · 782 views
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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9 Mar 2026 at 05:28
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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9 Mar 2026 at 14:33
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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9 Mar 2026 at 16:56
This matches my experience. Thailand is great value.
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9 Mar 2026 at 21:11
I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $96/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $96/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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10 Mar 2026 at 06:12
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $82/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $82/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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11 Mar 2026 at 03:22
I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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11 Mar 2026 at 04:12
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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11 Mar 2026 at 05:41
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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