Returned from 6 days in Netherlands. Great trip overall.
Accommodation:
Serviced apartment near the main area. $80/night. Quiet area but close to the action.
Scene:
Better than expected — plenty of options. Prices were fair for the quality.
Quality:
Better selection than last time. Had 3 encounters total.
Logistics:
Public transport is good enough. Eating out was very affordable.
Safety:
Stick to main areas at night and you are fine.
Overall: 9/10. Solid choice, will be back.
Happy to answer any questions.
Returning to Netherlands after 3 years — what's different?
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Been there 12 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Did you use local sites or find girls at online?
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Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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