Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
Playa 5th Ave — still the best area in Cancún/Playa del Carmen?
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Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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How long did it take you to learn the routine?
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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Did you feel safe using taxis?
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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: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Northern Lights
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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This matches my experience. Cancún/Playa del Carmen is one of my favorites.
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Thanks for sharing. Did you use a dating app or find girls at bars?
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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7 Mar 2026 at 11:21
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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