Common scams in Cologne and how to avoid them

How long did it take you to find the good spots?

This matches my experience. Cologne is a solid destination.

What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.

Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.

Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.

How's the food there compared to the Philippines?

This matches my experience. Cologne is a solid destination.