Uber/Grab in South Korea — how reliable?
Started by BerlinBound · 28 Feb 2026 · 1751 views
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28 Feb 2026 at 21:57
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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1 Mar 2026 at 08:27
This matches my experience. South Korea is one of my favorites.
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1 Mar 2026 at 18:41
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: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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2 Mar 2026 at 06:37
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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2 Mar 2026 at 07:21
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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2 Mar 2026 at 17:55
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Did you feel safe using taxis?
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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 good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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4 Mar 2026 at 00:38
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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4 Mar 2026 at 07:20
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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4 Mar 2026 at 17:02
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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4 Mar 2026 at 21:25
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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5 Mar 2026 at 14:50
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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5 Mar 2026 at 22:50
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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6 Mar 2026 at 05:18
Great report! Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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6 Mar 2026 at 16:06
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
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 $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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