Has anyone been to Border Towns recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there in 2024 and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Colombia.
Cheers
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Started by NashvilleNate · 13 Mar 2026 · 1749 views
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14 Mar 2026 at 05:28
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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18 Mar 2026 at 04:28
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:28
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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21 Mar 2026 at 04:28
Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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22 Mar 2026 at 05:28
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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23 Mar 2026 at 15:28
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:28
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Did you use local sites or find girls at the hotel?
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:12
Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:12
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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