Returned from 10 days in General Information.
Accommodation:
Mid-range hotel near the action. $39/night.
Scene:
Improved recently. Excellent value.
Highlights:
Hidden gem bar found.
Overall: 7.5/10 - Would return.
Happy to answer questions.
General Information — trip report March 2026
Started by HalifaxHarry · 20 Mar 2026 · 1302 views
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This matches my experience. General Information is one of my favorites.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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22 Mar 2026 at 22:25
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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24 Mar 2026 at 05:14
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:07
Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:58
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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25 Mar 2026 at 19:04
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 00:34
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:07
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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26 Mar 2026 at 03:26
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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This matches my experience. General Information is underrated.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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This matches my experience. General Information is underrated.
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