Ola guys and gals!

The back-to-school jitters are now setting in. We hope that you and your barkada have made the most out of your vacations before meeting your school teachers, lessons and examinations. But if not, better yet seize the remaining time and have a quick, fun and refreshing barkada staycation! You can still have a last minute trip with your barkada while dodging expensive tickets, long flights and heavy traffic. How? Just book a hotel near your hometown online!

Hotels in the Philippines have a lot of amenities for you and your barkada. You can dive in their resort-quality pools, watch unlimited movies, workout in their fitness gym, play sports in spacious indoor courts, relax at the spa, and celebrate in party rooms. And can you believe it? You can experience all these world-class facilities and 5-star hotel service without breaking the bank. Yes, many budget-friendly deals are posted online and all you have to do is browse and choose. Once you’ve got everything settled, slip your essentials in your bags. Plus, don’t forget to include the following must-haves for a safer and cheery staycation.

 

1 Skin Care Products

Don’t get too caught up on packing your OOTDs. Make sure to save some space for your cleanser, toner,  moisturizer, exfoliator and sunscreen, too! Remember, we are already on the half of the year and yet the sun is still still peaking with a vengeance. Protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and pamper yourselves with your relaxing skin care products. It is vital to keep moisture-balanced skin to prevent issues such as irritating rashes, painful burns and other harmful skin conditions. Wherever you go, it is a must to practice your daily skincare routine.

 

 

2 First Aid Kit

We never know when emergencies might happen. It’s better to be prepared than to deal with the unpleasant consequences later. Your primary health kit must include:

• Antiseptic – Easily disinfect your hands to keep bacteria and viruses at bay.
• Medicine – Bring medication for pre-existing conditions. Include painkillers, anti-histamines and anti-diarrhea medications to be sure.
• Sterile dressings or Bandages – In case of wounds and mild scratches, these pads will help with healing and help you get back to enjoying your staycation.
• Scissors and Tweezers – Easily cut out materials and quickly remove annoying splinters.
• Insect Repellent – Whether you’re staying indoors or playing outdoors, opportunistic insects may come your way. Avoid bites and itchy rashes with a handy repellent.

3 Portable Karaoke

The best staycation for your barkada is when you’re in a room, jumping on downed beds, having pillow fights, and singing your hearts out to a breakup or party playlist! Plug and play your karaoke and get ready to jive in music like you are a part of the Glee cast. In case you don’t have one, search on online shopping sites for a karaoke set that fits your budget.

 

4 Cards/Board Games

Planning to stay up all night in a hotel room with your barkada? Avoid dull moments and feel the night with fun as you play cards and board games. One of the best things about staycations is that there is no baggage limit. Hence, you can bring all the games, and other stuff you want. Put on your game face on, playmate!

 

Staycations are a great way to bond with your barkada without the hassle of budgeting, exhausting travels and mapping your itinerary.  So, what are you waiting for? Plan for your trip, pack your bags and have fun before the hectic school schedule starts!