Phuket — overrated or just right?
Started by BayAreaBob · 12 Mar 2026 · 943 views
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12 Mar 2026 at 04:33
This matches my experience. Phuket is great value for money.
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12 Mar 2026 at 14:36
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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12 Mar 2026 at 23:03
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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13 Mar 2026 at 10:27
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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13 Mar 2026 at 12:50
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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13 Mar 2026 at 13:48
This matches my experience. Phuket is a solid destination.
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13 Mar 2026 at 15:16
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.
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13 Mar 2026 at 16:57
Good info. I'd add that the late night is the best time to go.
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13 Mar 2026 at 19:51
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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14 Mar 2026 at 03:43
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. 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: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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14 Mar 2026 at 15:42
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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14 Mar 2026 at 22:53
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: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. 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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15 Mar 2026 at 10:25
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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15 Mar 2026 at 22:17
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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16 Mar 2026 at 02:09
How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?
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16 Mar 2026 at 06:14
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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16 Mar 2026 at 15:03
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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17 Mar 2026 at 02:48
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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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: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/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: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/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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