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Hey, do you also often struggle with where to go for nightlife when traveling? While daytime itineraries are well-planned, it's often unclear where to go at night. As a travel blogger who has explored many places over the years, I deeply understand how important a good nightlife guide is for the travel experience. Today, let me take you through some reliable nightlife guide platforms from around the world.

To be honest, when I first started traveling alone, I often made mistakes - either getting ripped off or ending up at tourist traps with no character. Back then, I wished someone could just tell me where the locals actually go! Later, with accumulated experience and the emergence of various platforms, I finally developed a method for finding quality nightlife venues.

I remember once in Barcelona, after visiting Gaudi's works during the day, I had no idea where to go at night. Following the hotel front desk's recommendation, I ended up at a super commercialized paella restaurant that was not only outrageously expensive but also quite mediocre. Later I found out there was actually an alley nearby with several local tapas bars that had amazing atmosphere and were very affordable. Since then, I've vowed to do thorough research and not waste any beautiful evening.

Now, before visiting a new city, I spend several hours researching the local nightlife scene. It's not just about finding places to drink or dance - it's about experiencing the most authentic local culture. After all, a city's nights often reveal its true character more than its days. Those jazz bars hidden in alleyways, those rooftop bars only locals know about, even those 24-hour street food stalls - they're all essential parts of my travels.

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When it comes to professional nightlife guides, I highly recommend Reformatt's YouTube channel. This guy is basically a walking map of nightlife - from Tokyo to Amsterdam, from Hong Kong to Paris, he has personally visited premium bars, sky gardens, and underground bars in almost all popular cities.

I remember my first time in Tokyo, I followed his video to find a secret bar hidden in an office building in the Ginza area. Pushing open the heavy wooden door felt like traveling back to the Showa era - the bartender in a crisp white shirt was focused on crafting various cocktails, creating an absolutely amazing atmosphere.

What makes Reformatt so impressive is that he delves into local circles rather than just staying at surface-level tourist spots. His videos tell you where to find the most stylish pubs in Paris, where to encounter the most energetic live music venues in London, and even which subway exit in Tokyo leads to a tiny but world-class whiskey bar with just a few seats.

Once in Seoul, I went to an underground music club near Hongdae following his recommendation. Wow, it was like a temple of Korean underground music! Bands of various styles took turns performing, from rock to electronic, from jazz to hip-hop, each performance full of passion. What delighted me even more was that the beer prices were very reasonable, and you could order authentic Korean fried chicken - watching performances while eating was absolutely amazing!

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