Solo travel in Hong Kong & Macau — tips and warnings
Started by SeattleSam · 27 Feb 2026 · 163 views
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27 Feb 2026 at 17:53
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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28 Feb 2026 at 02:36
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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28 Feb 2026 at 14:01
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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28 Feb 2026 at 18:42
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 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: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. 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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28 Feb 2026 at 18:55
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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28 Feb 2026 at 23:25
How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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1 Mar 2026 at 21:55
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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1 Mar 2026 at 22:36
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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2 Mar 2026 at 05:30
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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2 Mar 2026 at 10:22
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.
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: International mix. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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2 Mar 2026 at 16:14
Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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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 pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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2 Mar 2026 at 23:56
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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3 Mar 2026 at 01:53
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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3 Mar 2026 at 10:10
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
I noticed some changes 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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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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4 Mar 2026 at 01:34
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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