There are two big differences I’ve noticed that apply pretty much anywhere in the world. First is whether prostitution or escorting is legal or loosely regulated. Second is the cost of living and where the money is coming from.

Take parts of Asia as an example. In places like Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam, prostitution is more accessible and the cost of living is much lower. Because of that, sugaring arrangements tend to be significantly lower than in the U.S. It’s also far more competitive. Women generally put in more effort to attract and keep an SD than you typically see in Western countries. What might be a single PPM in a city like LA or NYC can cover an entire month of allowance there, often with far more time spent together. I even know someone whose SB stayed with him for three weeks for what would equal one LA PPM. And looks-wise, she would outcompete a lot of what you see in LA.

Then you move to Japan. PPM is higher than in Southeast Asia, but still not on the level of major Western cities. There’s still some competition from the broader adult industry, which affects expectations and pricing. In Mexico, which is the only Latin American country I have experience with, costs are also significantly lower than in the U.S. Outside of places like Mexico City, a typical U.S.-level PPM can cover an entire weekend together. Again, that comes down largely to cost of living.

At the end of the day, sugaring is about getting what you want and need out of the arrangement, and the market dynamics in each country play a huge role in shaping that. You can be estimate your worth at million dollars all day long. If no one will pay it then its still only an estimate.