Indonesia first timer — need advice
Started by SacramentoSal · 17 Mar 2026 · 281 views
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17 Mar 2026 at 08:38
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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17 Mar 2026 at 20:19
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:42
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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18 Mar 2026 at 06:48
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has improved recently.
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18 Mar 2026 at 13:10
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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18 Mar 2026 at 19:04
This matches my experience. Indonesia is underrated.
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19 Mar 2026 at 01:37
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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19 Mar 2026 at 02:28
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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19 Mar 2026 at 14:14
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
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 $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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19 Mar 2026 at 20:07
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
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 $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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20 Mar 2026 at 06:59
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20 Mar 2026 at 07:30
This matches my experience. Indonesia is underrated.
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20 Mar 2026 at 17:36
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:42
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl
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21 Mar 2026 at 02:06
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:54
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.
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21 Mar 2026 at 13:26
This matches my experience. Indonesia is a solid destination.
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21 Mar 2026 at 14:29
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:10
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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21 Mar 2026 at 23:44
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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