Common scams in Scandinavia and how to avoid them
Started by PerthPete · 5 Mar 2026 · 1421 views
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5 Mar 2026 at 05:21
How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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How long did it take you to learn the routine?
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5 Mar 2026 at 23:30
100% agree. The variety there is hard to beat.
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6 Mar 2026 at 05:01
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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6 Mar 2026 at 10:14
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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6 Mar 2026 at 21:16
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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7 Mar 2026 at 06:39
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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7 Mar 2026 at 14:14
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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7 Mar 2026 at 21:44
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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8 Mar 2026 at 09:02
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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8 Mar 2026 at 20:55
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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How's the daytime scene there compared to Colombia?
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9 Mar 2026 at 06:48
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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9 Mar 2026 at 16:02
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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9 Mar 2026 at 18:36
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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10 Mar 2026 at 04:57
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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10 Mar 2026 at 12:59
How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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10 Mar 2026 at 18:05
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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11 Mar 2026 at 04:24
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Northern Lights
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