Uber/Grab in Phuket — how reliable?
Started by PerthPete · 7 Mar 2026 · 1781 views
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7 Mar 2026 at 22:33
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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8 Mar 2026 at 00:38
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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8 Mar 2026 at 02:59
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 07:57
This matches my experience. Phuket is underrated.
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8 Mar 2026 at 12:35
I was there in February 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 good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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 good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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8 Mar 2026 at 20:11
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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9 Mar 2026 at 07:49
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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9 Mar 2026 at 18:44
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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9 Mar 2026 at 23:37
This matches my experience. Phuket is a solid destination.
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10 Mar 2026 at 06:36
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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10 Mar 2026 at 15:49
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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10 Mar 2026 at 17:30
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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11 Mar 2026 at 01:54
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.
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11 Mar 2026 at 02:49
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: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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11 Mar 2026 at 06:44
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.
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11 Mar 2026 at 15:18
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.
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12 Mar 2026 at 01:46
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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12 Mar 2026 at 05:44
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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12 Mar 2026 at 15:42
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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12 Mar 2026 at 18:17
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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