I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Language barrier in Indonesia — how bad is it?
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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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 excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. 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 $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. 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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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: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More girls working online now.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
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 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes 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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Great report! Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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I was there in early March 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 a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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 a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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This matches my experience. Indonesia is underrated.
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This matches my experience. Indonesia is a solid destination.
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