Has anyone been to Cali recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Transport tips
I was there a while back and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Planning to go back next month.
Cheers
Cali — overrated or just right?
Started by FKKNovice · 12 Mar 2026 · 819 views
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Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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13 Mar 2026 at 21:31
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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14 Mar 2026 at 12:31
Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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15 Mar 2026 at 09:31
I was there in last month and prices were great value. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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17 Mar 2026 at 02:31
Did you use freelancers or find girls at clubs?
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18 Mar 2026 at 07:31
Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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20 Mar 2026 at 16:31
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:31
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:31
Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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22 Mar 2026 at 23:31
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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23 Mar 2026 at 21:31
This matches my experience. Cali is worth the trip.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:31
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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24 Mar 2026 at 19:31
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 05:31
Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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25 Mar 2026 at 21:01
Word of caution — watch out for taxi scams at the airport. Other than that, great destination.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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