It's crap isn't it.
In Canada it's not outright illegal, but probably because of the proximity of America they are very guarded and it's very difficult to get a straight answer to even simple questions. I have found it very difficult in foreign countries, even where it's completely legal. Australia for example is a real pain because they are regulated and the prices are consequently very high, and I've noticed they almost universally avoid discussing actual services until you have parted with money. But there again you get the same thing here with foreign girls working here who often resort to not understanding da Engelis when they decide to back out of what they have offered.
What I think you have to resort to is withholding payment until you have an agreement. That applies everywhere, including the UK. i.e. never pay the maid or anyone who claims to represent the prostitute herself.
YMMV but for me it's usually the case that I don't get any action when away from these shores because of the complications, and N.I. is about to join that category.
It's outright illegal in Canada for punters now. But you're right, even back then before it was criminalised, the whole punting scene in Canada has influenced by the US (aka you pay "tributes" for their time blah blah blah, nothing is guarantee, no discussion of service or anything sex-related, and leave money on the desk or in the bathroom without mentioning it that kind of crap
). And full legalisation as seen in Australia just leads to prices skyrocket :thumbs down:
I think UK has the best model for punters and WG alike. If OP decides to punt overseas you will just have to play by their local rules. Do some research on the local forums and hopefully you can find some girls with good reputation that would serve as a somewhat guarantee. But even if you find a reputable girl the prices there is so expensive compare to the UK.
I punted once in Canada it went fine, the second time I return to that same girl she messed me around - cancel last minute because of "period", rescheduled after offering discount then just stood me up when I got to her location.
Unfortunately, there was no UKP type of place for me to rant at the time or to warn others of her time wasting practice. I say just stick with punting in the UK and save some money while abroad.
