Sunday, September 24, 2017

Philippines Packing List

Some people enjoy packing; some people don't. I personally don't care for all the effort packing takes, but I do like the organizing, making list, choosing clothes and figuring out how to pack efficiently.
Efficiency is the key word; I used to be a MAJOR overpacker.
Now I have remedied that problem by choosing exact outfits for each day of the trip and having a list of all the miscellaneous items.

After all, this is the most complex and longest trip I've ever packed for. Since we are flying we will have to adhere to strict weight limits so that means no throwing in a bunch of extra stuff.

Fortunately since it's a warm climate we are able to bring lightweight clothing and don't have to worry about heavy space consuming items like jackets, jeans and boots. It will likely be raining intermittently, but since rain gear is so abundant and inexpensive in the Philippines I opted to just buy it there if needed. I am bringing a compact umbrella just in case of sudden downpour.

Some people even pack less clothes than they will need and choose to do laundry to save space. But really, who wants to do laundry on vacation? Not this girl!

A few packing tips to keep in mind:
Roll your clothes instead of folding to save space and reduce wrinkles.

Pack your shoes at the bottom of your suitcase, soles together and in a plastic bag so they won't dirty your clothes. You can also stuff your socks in them to save space.

Consider bringing a nylon or plastic laundry bag to keep dirty clothes and damp bathing suits away from your clean clothes.

Make sure all of you toiletries are in sealed plastic bags so they don't leak in your suitcase. Clear quart bags and toiletries under 3.4 oz make for an easy security screening experience.

Philippines Packing List:

In backpack: 
fuzzy socks, wallet, change purse, passport, tickets, hand sanitizer, toiletries, lip balm, hand cream, neck pillow, eye mask, empty water bottle, headphones, portable battery, phone cord, mints, phone/waterproof case, snacks, plug adapter, medications, tissues, sunglasses case/sunglasses, notebook, pen, small book, umbrella, yarn/crochet hook

Day 1 Plane Outfit:
black maxi, travel scarf, gray cardigan, black head wrap, mermaid earrings, black flats

Day 2 Exploring Manila 
black dress, blue floral kimono, yoga shorts, sandals 

Day 3 Exploring Manila 
Pink tank, denim shorts, bright kimono, straw fedora, sandals 

Day 4 Exploring Manila 
Anchor tank, lace shorts, anchor necklace, sandals 

Day 5 Wedding: turquoise dress, statement necklace, bronze clutch, sandals

Day 6 Cebu
Black paisley maxi dress, tassel necklace, sandals 

Day 7 Cebu
Blue Maxi dress, anchor necklace, sandals 

Day 8 Cebu
Black tee, black capri leggings, straw fedora, purple pashmina, sandals 

Day 9 Manila 
Turquoise Tank, mermaid leggings, white lace kimono, anchor necklace, sandals 

Day 10 Plane Outfit: purple top, elephant leggings, gray cardi, travel scarf, headwrap, fuzzy socks, flats

Extra outfit: in case of rain, stains, etc.:
Elephant tee, printed jogger pants 

Black maxi
Blue & white print maxi
Little black dress 
Turquoise dress
Pink tank
Anchor tank
Turquoise tank
Purple top
Camis x4
Denim shorts
Lace shorts 
Blue floral kimono jacket 
Bright floral kimono jacket
White lace kimono
Gray cardi
Black tee
Elephant tee 
Printed pants
Yoga shorts 
Mermaid leggings 
Elephant leggings 
Black leggings 
PJ's x3
Swimsuits x6
Cover up x2
Bras x5 3 reg 2 sport
Undies x11
Fuzzy Socks x2
Scarves x2 (travel, purple pashmina)
Head wraps x2 (black, gray)
straw fedora
Sunglasses x2 (black, mirrored)
Tassel necklace
Statement necklace
Anchor necklace
Mermaid earrings 
Black sandals, flip flops, water shoes, black flats

ELF Eyelid Primer
ELF Makeup Setting Spray
Maybelline Tinted moisturizer SPF
Avon Neutral eye shadow quad
Waterproof mascara
Eyeliner x4 black, liquid black, purple, bronze
Milani Blush
Covergirl outlast lip stain x2
Blotting paper 
Remover wipes
Face lotion 
Face wash
Nail polish minis x 3
Base & top coat 
Mini polish remover 
Cotton balls
File 
Clippers 
Nippers
Tweezers
Razor 
Shaving cream 
Pads
Shampoo 
Conditioner
Body wash
Loofah
Deodorant 
Body cream
Perfume x3
Toothbrush 
Toothpaste 
Brush/mirror
Hairspray 
Hair gel
Coconut spray 
Heat protectant 
Dry shampoo 
Curling iron
Hair ties
Sunscreen 
Aloe gel
Bug spray 
Medications x4
Waterproof bandaids 
Neosporin
Pepto Bismol
Tylenol
Sanitizer/wipes
Hydrocortisone cream
Q-tips
Aquaphor ointment

Daniel: 
11 t shirts 
1 pant
2-3 shorts
2 swim shorts 
1 pj pant
11 undies 
1 undershirt 
5 socks
Compression socks 
Flip flops 
Slip on shoes 
Water sandals
Belt
Sweatshirt 
Sunglasses/case
Toothpaste 
Toothbrush 
Floss
Shampoo 
Conditioner
Deodorant 
Soap
Hairspray 
Beard oil/balms
Beard combs/brushes
Hair ties
Trimmer
Foot powder
Q tips
Tweezers
Nail clippers 
Chapstick
Backpack 
Wallet
Phone/waterproof case
Charger, plug, cord, adapter, battery pack
Ear buds
Selfie stick 
Refillable Water bottles
CPAP machine 
Bunjee for CPAP
Medication
Eye drops

Passport x2
Plane ticket x2
Life straw
Dry bag
luggage scale
Luggage Locks
Microfiber town
Knee brace 

Well, I hope you enjoyed this comprehensive packing list custom tailored for the Philippines! If you think I've missed anything, please let me know in the comments!

I may post a few more photos and tidbits before I leave, but I can't wait until I'm sharing actual Philippines photos with you guys! T minus 48 hours; ahhh!

1 comment:

  1. Thanks for sharing these useful information. Nice Packing List!

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