Common scams in Phuket and how to avoid them
Started by AtlantaAce · 11 Mar 2026 · 1605 views
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17 Mar 2026 at 02:12
How's the weather there compared to Colombia?
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How's the daytime scene there compared to Thailand?
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17 Mar 2026 at 16:18
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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17 Mar 2026 at 22:10
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: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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18 Mar 2026 at 01:06
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: International mix. 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: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. 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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18 Mar 2026 at 11:58
Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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18 Mar 2026 at 21:58
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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19 Mar 2026 at 03:20
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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19 Mar 2026 at 05:26
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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