Planning first trip to West Coast. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 12 days
Tips appreciated.
West Coast — planning trip, need advice
Started by PhillyFred · 20 Mar 2026 · 1573 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 17:31
Adding my experience from last month.
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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23 Mar 2026 at 16:27
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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24 Mar 2026 at 23:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:12
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:09
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:45
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:46
How does it compare to Thailand?
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:21
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:47
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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26 Mar 2026 at 18:27
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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27 Mar 2026 at 02:56
Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:06
This matches my experience. West Coast is underrated.
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27 Mar 2026 at 05:34
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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27 Mar 2026 at 10:44
This matches my experience. West Coast is underrated.
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27 Mar 2026 at 15:22
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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27 Mar 2026 at 17:26
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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27 Mar 2026 at 20:58
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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27 Mar 2026 at 21:45
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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