How should one prepare for a business trip to Manila?

In the next few days I'm heading over to Manila, Philippines for work reasons.

I have never been to APAC in my life and I'm looking for some non-Google answers that would help.

What should I be concerned about when visiting Manila for business?

Best Answer

(I put reference to US web sites, but other countries have similar information)

Check with your doctor for applicable vaccines and related drugs. If I remember correctly, some vaccines and drugs need to be taking some times before traveling (days and weeks), so plan accordingly)

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/philippines

Check your travel papers; a valid passport (at least valid for 6 months) , visa if applicable, and any other travel document needed.

I don't know the state of Credit card/debit card in the Philippines, but I assume that in Manilla itself , you should be ok (warn your card provider that you will be traveling there to reduce the risks of your card be blocked).

Check the weather (rain or typhoon season might not be the best time to go there.)

Check before traveling in some areas of the Philippines:

https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings/philippines-travel-warning.html

Other than that, keep an open mind and open eyes and enjoy.