Planning first trip to Cali. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 10 days
Tips appreciated.
Cali — planning trip, need advice
Started by EuroExplorer · 17 Mar 2026 · 358 views
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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17 Mar 2026 at 14:48
Did you use the local sites or find girls at bars?
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17 Mar 2026 at 20:50
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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19 Mar 2026 at 05:55
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:01
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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21 Mar 2026 at 18:48
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 17:04
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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24 Mar 2026 at 05:35
This matches my experience. Cali is underrated.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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25 Mar 2026 at 01:22
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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25 Mar 2026 at 07:28
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:06
This matches my experience. Cali is underrated.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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