Returned from 7 days in Photo Gallery.
Accommodation:
Guest house near the action. $54/night.
Scene:
Better than expected. Prices up slightly.
Highlights:
Impressive variety.
Overall: 8/10 - One of my favourites.
Happy to answer questions.
Photo Gallery — 10 day trip report
Started by OrlandoOscar · 2 Mar 2026 · 1263 views
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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5 Mar 2026 at 14:36
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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7 Mar 2026 at 07:15
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $64/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
Spent about $64/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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10 Mar 2026 at 21:54
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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13 Mar 2026 at 05:34
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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13 Mar 2026 at 21:21
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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17 Mar 2026 at 23:05
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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18 Mar 2026 at 01:20
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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