Had benefited from this forum and some experience to share.
Was exposed to AC in 2009 and since then had been in AC for 5 times in total in just one yr time. Went there the 1st time with friends and subsequently on my own. It can be addictive, esp the 1st few trips. Every time i will tell myself that this will be the last trip but eventually i will book another trip when i am back home. Was back last wk after a 6 mth absence. Probably will go back next yr.
There's something which AC attach me to go back. The low expenses as compared to alot of places, the excitement in meeting new girls at every trips during barhopping, the relax lifestyle and culture, the fact of meeting someone you know is low there, the negotiation with the girl u wish to barfine etc. All these activities which i probably wont be experiencing at home, i am able to experience during my stay there.
I personally find a 4 to 5 days stay is just nice for me. Anything > 5 can be boring & one may wish to be back home.
To play safe, i always keep myself within field avenue at night time and will not go beyond perimeter during daytime. I suppose there's enough choices for me within this range. Keep a low profile & one shld be alright.
Enjoy.