Thailand comparison: tourist areas vs local spots
Started by SunshineSteve · 17 Mar 2026 · 476 views
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22 Mar 2026 at 05:35
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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22 Mar 2026 at 14:42
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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22 Mar 2026 at 17:42
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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23 Mar 2026 at 05:10
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 16:09
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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23 Mar 2026 at 17:48
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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24 Mar 2026 at 04:19
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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24 Mar 2026 at 16:18
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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