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What to Pack for Quezon City

What to Pack for Quezon City

Quezon City Metro Manila, Philippines Travel Guide

Season-Specific Attire

Dry Season (December - May): Pack lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton, linen, or moisture-wicking synthetics. Include T-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and skirts. A light jacket or sweater helps for air-conditioned indoor spaces.

Essentials

  • Lightweight fabrics: Cotton, linen, synthetics.
  • Swimwear: For pools or nearby beaches.
  • Light Layer: For air-conditioned interiors or cooler evenings.

Wet Season & Modesty

Wet Season (June - November): Wear similar lightweight clothing. A rain jacket or Umbrella is useful. Choose footwear that handles getting wet or dries quickly.

Cultural & Practical

  • Rain Gear: Rain jacket or umbrella for frequent downpours.
  • Modest Dress: Cover shoulders and knees for religious sites.
  • Comfort: Adapt to changes from outdoor heat to indoor air-conditioning.

Footwear Recommendations

Everyday Comfort

Comfortable sandals, flip-flops, or breathable Sneakers are ideal for city walking.

City Walking

Rainy Conditions

Waterproof sandals or quick-drying shoes prove useful if heavy floods are possible.

Wet Weather

Evening & Formal

Dressier sandals or closed shoes for upscale dining or specific events.

Events & Dining

Essential Documents

Required Documentation

Secure your important documents before you travel. Keep both physical and digital copies.

  • Passport: Valid for 6 months after your stay.
  • Photocopies: Stored in a different place from original.
  • Digital Copies: Cloud storage, email.
  • Visa Docs: If a visa is required. (IVisa, VisaHQ)
  • Travel Insurance: Policy info, emergency contacts.
  • Driving Permit: While driving, an International Driving Permit.
  • Reservations: Flights, accommodation, tours.
  • Emergency Contacts: Family, embassy, local numbers.

Technology & Electronics

Power & Connectivity

Voltage: 220V, 60Hz. Plug Types: Type A, B, C. Bring a Universal travel adapter. Most modern electronics are dual voltage (100-240V).

Tech Needs

Digital Essentials

Portable chargers are highly recommended for keeping devices charged, especially during long days out or during power outages.

Connectivity & Backup

  • Power Banks: For device power.
  • Navigation Apps: Google Maps (offline), Waze, Grab.
  • Backup: Cloud storage or External hard drive for data.

Data Backup & Security

Cloud Storage

Use cloud services Such As google Drive or dropbox for important files and photos.

External Drives

Keep an External hard drive for larger backups of media.

Email Copies

Regularly email important documents to yourself for quick access.

Health & Wellness Items

First Aid & Prescriptions

A prepared health kit saves you time and worry. Pack band-aids, cleansing wipes, pain relievers, and anti-diarrhea medication.

Medical Supplies

  • First Aid Kit: Essentials like Band-aids, antiseptics.
  • Pain Relievers: Ibuprofen, paracetamol for common aches.
  • Prescription Meds: Sufficient supply with doctor's note.

Common Health Needs

Pack cold and flu remedies, indigestion relief, and Motion sickness medication for common issues. Personal hygiene products are widely available.

Daily Care

  • Over-the-Counter: Cold/flu remedies, indigestion relief.
  • Sun Protection: High SPF Sunscreen, Hat, sunglasses.
  • Water Safety: Bottled water or purification options like Lifestraw if needed.

Altitude & Motion Sickness

Motion Sickness Relief

  • Travel Sickness: Remedies for long bus rides.
  • Sea Travel: Helpful for island hopping.
  • Personal Supply: Bring your preferred medication.

Insect Protection

  • Repellent: DEET or picaridin based repellent for dengue risk.
  • Coverage: Wear long sleeves and pants during dawn/dusk.
  • Protection: Stay in screened accommodations.

Activity-Specific Equipment

Hiking & Outdoors

Pack a daypack, sturdy walking shoes or sandals, and a light rain jacket for day trips involving nature.

Swimming & Water

Bring bathing suits and goggles if visiting a resort with a pool or nearby beaches.

  • Swimwear
  • Goggles
  • Quick-dry towel
  • Waterproof pouch

General Gear

Most common items like umbrellas, basic Snorkeling gear (for day trips), or bikes are for hire.

  • Umbrella
  • Snorkel equipment (rentable)
  • Bikes (rentable in parks)
  • Sunscreen and insect repellent (bring your own)

Rent vs. Bring Decision

Items to Rent

  • Bicycles for park use.
  • Basic snorkeling gear for day trips.
  • Special gear for specific tours.
  • Umbrellas (widely available for purchase or rent).

Items to Bring

  • Personal medications and first-aid.
  • Preferred sun protection and insect repellent.
  • Travel adapter and power bank.
  • Unlocked phone with a local SIM card.

Miscellaneous Must-Haves

Travel Comfort & Security

A Neck pillow, Eye mask, or Earplugs are useful for long flights or bus journeys. Bring a small Padlock for hostel lockers.

Essential Extras

  • Comfort: Neck pillow, eye mask, earplugs for travel.
  • Security: Small padlock for lockers.
  • Money Belt: For essential documents and cash.
  • RFID Wallet: For peace of mind.

Sustainable & Local Items

For refilling and minimizing plastic waste. For purchases at markets or malls. For reducing single-use plastic when eating street food.

Conscious Travel

  • Reusable Bottle: For water refills.
  • Reusable Bag: For shopping trips.
  • Reusable Utensils: For street food.
  • Face Mask: Common for pollution or dust.

Sustainable Travel Essentials

Refillable Bottle

Reduces plastic waste.

Reusable Shopper

For markets and malls.

Travel Cutlery Set

Avoids single-use plastics.

Face Mask

For air quality or dust.

Destination-Specific Items

Local Accessibility

  • Easy to Find: Most common items are cheap locally.
  • Pharmacies: Widely stocked with essentials.
  • Guides: Local guidebooks or maps.

Harder to Find

  • Specialty Brands: Specific items from your home country.
  • Specific Tech: Niche electronic accessories.
  • Comfort Foods: Certain international snack items.

Packing Pro Tips

Roll clothes to save space and minimize wrinkles. Use packing cubes to organize items. Bring a small, foldable bag for souvenirs or extra shopping.

Wear your heaviest items (like hiking boots or jackets) on the plane to save luggage weight.