Returned from 5 days in Tips & Advice. Mixed feelings but mostly positive.
Accommodation:
Guesthouse near the main area. $57/night. Walking distance to everything.
Scene:
About what the forum described. Prices were great value.
Quality:
Varied — some great, some average. Had 8 encounters total.
Logistics:
Transport was easy — Uber/Grab works well. Eating out was very affordable.
Safety:
Used common sense and had no problems.
Overall: 7.5/10. Good destination, recommend for first-timers.
Happy to answer any questions.
Tips & Advice — just got back, quick review
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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28 Feb 2026 at 00:48
Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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1 Mar 2026 at 06:48
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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2 Mar 2026 at 12:48
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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3 Mar 2026 at 02:48
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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4 Mar 2026 at 04:48
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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5 Mar 2026 at 16:48
This matches my experience. Tips & Advice is one of my favorites.
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7 Mar 2026 at 08:48
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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7 Mar 2026 at 16:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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8 Mar 2026 at 11:48
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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This matches my experience. Tips & Advice is worth the trip.
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I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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12 Mar 2026 at 15:48
Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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14 Mar 2026 at 06:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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15 Mar 2026 at 21:48
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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17 Mar 2026 at 16:48
This matches my experience. Tips & Advice is underrated.
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