Belgium vs last year — has it changed?
Started by DCExplorer · 9 Mar 2026 · 1587 views
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9 Mar 2026 at 03:13
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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9 Mar 2026 at 03:29
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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9 Mar 2026 at 14:07
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: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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10 Mar 2026 at 00:51
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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10 Mar 2026 at 03:07
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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10 Mar 2026 at 09:56
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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10 Mar 2026 at 15:02
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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10 Mar 2026 at 18:00
Thanks for sharing. Did you use a dating app or find girls at bars?
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11 Mar 2026 at 05:34
Thanks for sharing. Did you use a dating app or find girls at bars?
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11 Mar 2026 at 11:18
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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11 Mar 2026 at 13:37
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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12 Mar 2026 at 00:40
Great report! Quick question — how was the wifi at your hotel?
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12 Mar 2026 at 02:48
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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12 Mar 2026 at 03:57
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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12 Mar 2026 at 14:04
How's the weather there compared to Germany?
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12 Mar 2026 at 19:57
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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13 Mar 2026 at 04:17
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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13 Mar 2026 at 11:44
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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13 Mar 2026 at 20:21
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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14 Mar 2026 at 04:37
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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