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: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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How's the weather there compared to the Philippines?
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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How long did it take you to learn the routine?
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Great report! Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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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: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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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: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/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: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/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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How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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