Safety info for Safety & Police:
General: Felt safe with common sense.
Watch Out: Station area sketchy after dark.
Scams: Taxi broken meter scam.
Stay smart, stay safe.
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Started by EuroExplorer · 23 Mar 2026 · 1293 views
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24 Mar 2026 at 03:57
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:06
How does it compare to Colombia?
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26 Mar 2026 at 09:53
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:50
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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26 Mar 2026 at 13:12
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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26 Mar 2026 at 15:20
I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $81/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $81/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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26 Mar 2026 at 15:21
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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27 Mar 2026 at 00:08
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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27 Mar 2026 at 01:54
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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27 Mar 2026 at 07:18
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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27 Mar 2026 at 07:48
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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27 Mar 2026 at 10:34
This matches my experience. Safety & Police is great value.
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27 Mar 2026 at 14:11
I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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27 Mar 2026 at 14:33
Did you use the local sites or find girls at online?
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27 Mar 2026 at 18:45
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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