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Venezuela vs last year — has it changed?

Started by SacramentoSal · 1 Mar 2026 · 264 views

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SacramentoSal member
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1 Mar 2026 at 23:52
Has anyone been to Venezuela 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 last year and had a mixed time. Wondering if things have changed.

Trying to decide between this and Thailand.

Cheers

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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EdinburghEd member
#2
3 Mar 2026 at 06:52
Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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HalifaxHarry member
#3
4 Mar 2026 at 09:52
Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?
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PattayaDave member
#4
5 Mar 2026 at 13:52
Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.
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SunshineSteve member
#5
6 Mar 2026 at 20:52
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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SoCalSurfer member
#6
6 Mar 2026 at 23:52
This matches my experience. Venezuela is worth the trip.

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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BayAreaBob member
#7
8 Mar 2026 at 11:52
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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HalifaxHarry member
#8
8 Mar 2026 at 16:52
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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YorkshireLad member
#9
8 Mar 2026 at 20:52
Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.

Yorkshire Lad — Leeds, UK

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EdinburghEd member
#10
10 Mar 2026 at 15:52
Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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CalgaryKevin member
#11
10 Mar 2026 at 20:52
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.

Calgary Kevin — Calgary, Canada

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CardiffChris member
#12
12 Mar 2026 at 14:52
Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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PhillyFred member
#13
13 Mar 2026 at 09:52
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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DallasDon member
#14
14 Mar 2026 at 18:52
Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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NashvilleNate member
#15
16 Mar 2026 at 00:52
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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WanderlustCarl member
#16
16 Mar 2026 at 01:52
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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EdinburghEd member
#17
17 Mar 2026 at 16:52
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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DetroitDan member
#18
18 Mar 2026 at 01:52
Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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TexasHeat member
#19
19 Mar 2026 at 08:52
Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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BristolBen member
#20
21 Mar 2026 at 08:52
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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