Budget trip to South Korea — how I did it for cheap
Started by FKKNovice · 16 Mar 2026 · 1874 views
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16 Mar 2026 at 17:28
This matches my experience. South Korea is great value for money.
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17 Mar 2026 at 02:34
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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17 Mar 2026 at 05:06
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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17 Mar 2026 at 15:12
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/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: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/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: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:10
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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18 Mar 2026 at 02:15
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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18 Mar 2026 at 12:58
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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18 Mar 2026 at 15:24
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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18 Mar 2026 at 19:33
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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19 Mar 2026 at 01:54
How's the daytime scene there compared to Germany?
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19 Mar 2026 at 11:49
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:02
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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20 Mar 2026 at 07:01
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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20 Mar 2026 at 09:20
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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20 Mar 2026 at 10:22
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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20 Mar 2026 at 11:30
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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20 Mar 2026 at 16:42
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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20 Mar 2026 at 23:42
How's the food there compared to Germany?
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21 Mar 2026 at 03:08
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/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: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/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: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:06
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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