Returned from 9 days in East Coast. Solid experience.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the main area. $65/night. Quiet area but close to the action.
Scene:
About what the forum described. Prices were slightly higher than expected.
Quality:
Varied — some great, some average. Had 3 encounters total.
Logistics:
Public transport is good enough. Street food was a highlight.
Safety:
No issues at all.
Overall: 9/10. Good destination, recommend for first-timers.
Happy to answer any questions.
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Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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This matches my experience. East Coast is underrated.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I was there in February and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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This matches my experience. East Coast is great value for money.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $150/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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