Getting ready for your trip to the Philippines

With less than a month to go before the wedding, many of our friends and family from outside of the Philippines are inquiring about what to prepare for their pending trip, especially those making their first journey to this country. Here is a list of things to consider:

What to bring:
- Water shoes: Save yourself the pain of potentially stepping on a sharp rock, sea urchin, or jellyfish. Flip flops in the water are ineffective, they always float to the surface
- Sunblock: Especially for the kids
- Swimwear: Even if you are completely comfortable in your birthday suit, others may not be so comfortable seeing it
- Insect repellent: Mosquitos are abundant, especially now that it is rainy season
- An extra ID: Driver's licence or otherwise just in case you lose your passport
- An unlocked SIM card phone: Even if your stay in the Philippines is short, communication is the key to safety and carefree fun. SIM cards can be purchased at the airport or at most convenience stores. For those of you that booked your flight through Mango Tours, contact your salesperson and they will send you a SIM card free of charge.

What not to bring:
- Expensive jewelry or watches: Having to worry about these items while in transit or away from the hotel room will put a damper in your vacation
- A towel: This is just a waste of space, and nothing is worse than a wet towel in your luggage
- Food: Food is cheap in the Philippines, and even better, available 24 hours
- Overweight luggage: Airlines here are strict about overweight luggage and charge a lot for going over, keep this in mind when you are packing. You do not need 5 pairs of shoes and 10 hats. Make it easier on yourself and pack light
- Gifts for the Bride and Groom: Really, we have everything we need and no room for anything else is our little condo. If you would like to make a donation to our wedding fund, here is the link http://www.rainfallofenvelopes.com/Give.aspx?eid=1632
- Your problems: Leave your stress behind, start your vacation with an open mind and adventurous spirit. It is, after all, more fun in the Philippines

Wedding Attire

Many have been asking what is "Resort Formal" attire.. well here are a couple sites to help you out.

http://sarahandstelmoswedding.com/2013/06/06/dress-to-impress-in-resort-formal/

http://www.luckymag.com/style/2013/05/weird-dress-codes-what-to-wear_slideshow_item3_4

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228438/wedding-guest-attire/@center/272440/wedding-etiquette-adviser#127515


Hopefully this clears things up. See you all soon!