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
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there 6 months ago and had a mixed time. Wondering if things have changed.
Planning to go back next month.
Cheers
Cali comparison: tourist areas vs local spots
Started by DetroitDan · 21 Mar 2026 · 997 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 07:17
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21 Mar 2026 at 17:17
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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22 Mar 2026 at 02:17
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 09:17
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 03:17
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:02
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:17
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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25 Mar 2026 at 14:02
This matches my experience. Cali is one of my favorites.
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25 Mar 2026 at 17:02
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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25 Mar 2026 at 23:17
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:02
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 06:02
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:02
I was there in January and prices were great value. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:02
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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26 Mar 2026 at 12:02
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:02
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 18:02
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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26 Mar 2026 at 20:02
Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.
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