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Budget trip to Australia — how I did it for cheap

Started by BerlinBound · 27 Feb 2026 · 1616 views

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BerlinBound member
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27 Feb 2026 at 09:44
Current pricing for Australia:

Short Time: Budget $45-95, Mid $89-160, Premium $284+
Long Time/Overnight: $131-383
Massage with extras: $21-81

These are approximate ranges as of early 2026. Prices vary by area, provider quality, and negotiation. Tourist areas tend to be more expensive.

Tipping is optional but earns you better service.

Best value: building a regular arrangement.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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SeattleSam member
#2
28 Feb 2026 at 05:44
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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BuffaloBill member
#3
1 Mar 2026 at 14:44
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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NashvilleNate member
#4
2 Mar 2026 at 17:44
Did you use freelancers or find girls at the hotel?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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SunshineSteve member
#5
4 Mar 2026 at 04:44
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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PortlandPaul member
#6
5 Mar 2026 at 16:44
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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NashvilleNate member
#7
5 Mar 2026 at 21:44
Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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BristolBen member
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7 Mar 2026 at 09:44
Quick question — how was the wifi?

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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MelbourneMarc member
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9 Mar 2026 at 01:44
This matches my experience. Australia is great value for money.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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ChicagoChris member
#10
9 Mar 2026 at 23:44
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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PerthPete member
#11
10 Mar 2026 at 03:44
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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LondonPunter member
#12
11 Mar 2026 at 05:44
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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OrlandoOscar member
#13
12 Mar 2026 at 00:44
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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OttawaOliver member
#14
12 Mar 2026 at 21:44
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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AustinAlex member
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14 Mar 2026 at 19:44
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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OttawaOliver member
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16 Mar 2026 at 04:44
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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AtlantaAce member
#17
16 Mar 2026 at 22:44
Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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FKKNovice member
#18
18 Mar 2026 at 15:44
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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LondonPunter member
#19
20 Mar 2026 at 01:44
Been there 5 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The quality is what keeps me coming back.
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PortlandPaul member
#20
21 Mar 2026 at 13:44
This matches my experience. Australia is worth the trip.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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