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 Latin America but this would be my first time in General Information.
Thanks for any help!
General Information transportation guide
Started by LondonPunter · 12 Mar 2026 · 2220 views
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12 Mar 2026 at 16:37
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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12 Mar 2026 at 22:08
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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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 also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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16 Mar 2026 at 07:17
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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16 Mar 2026 at 20:43
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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