2017
31
December
What's the one must-bring item for your trip to Asia?
31
December
Question:
Humans say...
Nate
Condoms.
Sherene
Hand sanitizer and pocket tissues.
Kristen
Agree
Ev
Toilet paper and coin purse, reusable water bottle, your own chopsticks for eating street food
Kristen
Sunblock and good bug spray
Dennis
Wet ones....
Norma
Everything is available there....but I agree with condoms. I'd take some good instant coffee otherwise it's crap Nescafe.
Norma
Melatonin for jetlag
Raylene
Bug spray and after bite. Nothing there will compare to ours. And lotion. It's difficult to find ones without bleach in them. If a female is traveling with you, I would recommend her bringing feminine hygiene products as well.
Rhonda
Mosquito net. Protects you from malaria and dengue.available at MEC
Van
Immodium- though I'm sure the local ones might be more suitable
Sherryl
Bring your own.
Kim
Benadryl, pepto-bismol, reactine, and Tylenol - will save you a lot of time trying to communicate at the pharmacy
May
Make sure to visit Boracay, Palawan, Cebu and Bohol in the Philippines. If you have more time go to Caramoan where they did Survivor US. Dont stay in Manila. HEAVY TRAFFIC will kill you. Go outside the capital and explore the provinces. You will have more fun there and people are way nicer. LOL. Learn to haggle/negotiate on prices of services and stuff too. Lastly, have fun and take care.
Yyc
I'm spending nearly a week in Cebu scuba diving and only a night or so in manila (better connecting flights lol)
Thanks for the confirmation!!
May
Cebu is near Bohol and Boracay. Boracay is a must see.
Yyc
No time this trip. Might be back in November
Jan
Visit Butanding in Oslob, Cebu and thresher shark in Malapascua, Cebu. How about scuba diving in Apo island, by heading to Negros, fronting Oslob, Cebu. Just take a Ceres aircon bus from Cebu city to Oslob, swimming with the butangding whales are up to 12noon only, then take another Ceres bus to Sibulan port (20-30mins), ferry to Sibulan is about 20-30mins too, from Sibulan, take a trike to Dumaguete city, stay in town o/n, early AM following day, take a bus to Malatapay and take a boat to Apo island for a day. After diving in Apo, you can a Ceres back to Cebu direct from Dumaguete (no need to go back to Sibulan).
Do bring lotion with SPFs, ziplock bags in different sizes, travel light (hand carry luggage if at all possible), bring or a cheap mobile phone (open line) & get a pay as you go sim card for local calls & wifi in each country you visit, leave expensive gadgets at home, bring OTC meds like tylenol, imodium & benedryl. A good size all purpose towellete which you can use as inflight blanket, towel, mat, cover your head when it gets very hot, bandana, etc. I try not to bring jeans, kinda heavy, instead I bring light pants and buy a pair of jeans when I need one.
Have fun in Cebu.
Yyc
Thanks everyone!
Some really good suggestions, some on my list already and some I've missed.
And I'm flattered that you suggest condoms, best of luck to me hahaha
Natalie
Antihistamines... they reduce ear ache in case you get one while swimming or on the plane. Also reduce swelling if you get bitten
Vella
Make sure to have proper shots. Check with Travel Clinic. Twin Rix Hep A&B shot very important to have. Also I suggest to always carry some toilet paper with you wherever you go; some public washrooms do not provide them.
Yyc
Got my shots last year, and my typhoid vaccine
Carly
Lukas consider the rabies vaccine if you don't already have it. I got nipped at by a stray in Bangkok but fortunately it didn't get through my pants.
Kristen
Rabies vaccine is $$$. Better to get it there if you do get bit. I believe you have 24 hours after the bite to get the shot.
Rhonda
Some of the rabies vaccines in the East are not up to standard. I know this from experience. And they are stupid expensive.
Carly
Kristen Depending on where you are you might not be able to get it in twenty-four hours. When I was in Mandalay this summer people were having to go to Yangon to get the vaccine as there was none left in the city. If you're on an island and you have to wait for a ferry it can be even longer. (That being said I still don't have the vaccine myself...)
Kristen
It really depends what a persons plans are. I probably would get it in advance for certain situations. And yes it definitely depends if you'll be in the middle of no where or not. Normal travel, I wouldn't bother personally
Donna
If you have a twitter account follow @RichardBarrow and @CoconutsBangkok for up to date information on Thailand
Sarah
Antiseptic cream for cuts. The smallest cut can turn into an infection there!
Sarah
Power adapter
Carly
You'll need different adapters for Singapore and Thailand. I bought mine at the dollar store here.
Kristen
Added note to this one: one of those battery packs so you can charge your phone while travelling. They normally have 4 charges on them. They are geeat
Don
Hey Lukas! Bring shower sandals, and some Lysol wipes. Most items you may have forgotten are posted by others.
Yyc
Thanks bro! When are you home?
Margaret
Rain coat
Kristen
That's a cheap and easy one to buy there. Ponchos or I bought a "north face" for $20 CAD. so cheap lol
Mara
Joelle Gagne
Kasandra
A small towel. We went to Japan recently and noticed everyone carrying small towels to wipe their face and neck with and we didn't understand until we made our way to the underground train station and you soon realize why, as the humidity engulfs you. And I also second the rain coat and umbrella ideas - absolutely essential!
Sherene
Most public washrooms in Japan don't have paper towels either for hand drying.
Dennis
Disposable toilet seat covers...esp in the Phl
Tina
ME. You ate forgetting me lol
Yyc
I keep offering to my friends to come with but no one wanted to
haha
Tina
You need better friends lol why am I not your friend haha
Yyc
Thanks, now my luggage is heavier hahaha. Seriously, thanks for the heads up. Most of it I recall from Bali last year, but I remember after a certain meal how much I regretted not bringing some Pepto with me..
A.I. says...
Must-Bring Item for Your Trip to Asia
If you're heading to Tokyo, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, there is one must-bring item that I highly recommend - a portable power bank.
While you may have most things covered from your previous trip to Bali, having a reliable power bank can be a lifesaver during your travels in Asia. With all the sightseeing, taking photos, using maps, and staying connected with loved ones back home, your phone's battery can drain quickly. Having a power bank will ensure that you can recharge your devices on the go and never miss a moment.
Additionally, in some areas of Asia, access to power outlets may be limited or unreliable, making a power bank even more essential. You don't want to be caught with a dead phone in a foreign country, especially when you need it for navigation or emergencies.
Investing in a high-quality power bank with a large capacity will give you peace of mind and keep you connected throughout your trip. Look for one that is lightweight, compact, and has multiple charging ports so you can charge multiple devices simultaneously.
So, don't forget to pack a portable power bank for your upcoming adventure in Asia. It may seem like a small item, but it can make a big difference in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.
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Yyc
I'm heading to Asia here shortly (Tokyo, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand), is there any must-bring item you recommend? I was in Bali last year on my only trip to Asia, so I have most covered, but I feel like I'm missing something