Planning my first trip to Hamburg. Read through the older threads but wanted to check if info is still current.
My main questions:
1. Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
2. Realistic daily budget including accommodation?
3. Any areas to avoid?
4. How is the quality compared to Colombia?
5. Best time of day to go out?
Coming from Australia with experience in a few different countries but first time in Hamburg.
Any recent reports or recommendations appreciated. Thanks!
Hamburg nightlife guide for beginners
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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This matches my experience. Hamburg is great value for money.
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Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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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 higher when I went.
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Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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