Cologne vs last year — has it changed?
Started by MontrealMax · 8 Mar 2026 · 319 views
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8 Mar 2026 at 06:12
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.
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8 Mar 2026 at 10:25
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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8 Mar 2026 at 19:21
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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9 Mar 2026 at 00:18
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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9 Mar 2026 at 05:55
This matches my experience. Cologne is one of my favorites.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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9 Mar 2026 at 10:21
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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9 Mar 2026 at 21:19
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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10 Mar 2026 at 03:30
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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10 Mar 2026 at 12:38
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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11 Mar 2026 at 00:16
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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11 Mar 2026 at 06:11
How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?
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11 Mar 2026 at 06:51
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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11 Mar 2026 at 08:39
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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11 Mar 2026 at 16:28
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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11 Mar 2026 at 17:55
How long did it take you to learn the routine?
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12 Mar 2026 at 02:07
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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12 Mar 2026 at 09:54
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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12 Mar 2026 at 16:39
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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13 Mar 2026 at 02:09
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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