Planning first trip to Photo Gallery. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 5 days
Tips appreciated.
Photo Gallery first timer tips
Started by DetroitDan · 27 Feb 2026 · 544 views
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28 Feb 2026 at 01:57
Quick question — how was the wifi?
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1 Mar 2026 at 20:04
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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3 Mar 2026 at 07:39
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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4 Mar 2026 at 03:11
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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5 Mar 2026 at 00:40
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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5 Mar 2026 at 07:35
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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5 Mar 2026 at 23:18
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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6 Mar 2026 at 00:47
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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6 Mar 2026 at 18:33
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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7 Mar 2026 at 21:32
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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8 Mar 2026 at 03:19
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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9 Mar 2026 at 18:00
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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11 Mar 2026 at 15:27
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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13 Mar 2026 at 09:09
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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14 Mar 2026 at 19:25
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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15 Mar 2026 at 11:26
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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16 Mar 2026 at 08:32
I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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17 Mar 2026 at 12:09
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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18 Mar 2026 at 18:59
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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