You know what they say, one of the best feelings in the world is knowing you have an upcoming trip to look forward to— and we couldn’t agree more.
Whether you’re still planning for your 2025 travel destination or you’ve already booked a ticket in advance, always make sure your travel essentials are ready. So before you pack up, buckle up and head to Araneta City and look for these items perfect for your next vacation.
Checklist no. 1: LUGGAGE
It’s 2025, the only baggage you should be thinking about are your carry-ons. If you’re looking for new luggage for your trip, whatever size it may be, these are the best stores to be:
Triplogie, Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
American Tourister, Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 1, Araneta City
Urbanize, Level 2, Gateway Mall 1, Araneta City
Checklist no. 2: ORGANIZERS
Your itinerary shouldn’t be the only thing that’s organized. Light packer or not, trust us, you need a luggage organizer. Save more space when you pack. We found some organizers for you too!
Miniso, Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 1 | Japan Homes, Level 3, Gateway Mall 1
Checklist no. 3: MINI MEDICINE KIT
Essentials are definitely essentials when travelling, it’s always best to be ready during a trip. You can find small and compact medicine kits at Daiso Japan, Level 3, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
While we’re still here, fill your medicine kit with… of course, medicine. Head to the following drugstores in Araneta City:
Southstar Drugstore inside Shopwise International, Lower Ground Floor of Gateway Mall 2
Watsons, Gateway Mall 1 & 2, Ali Mall, Farmers Plaza, and Manhattan Parkview
Mercury Drug Store, Ali Mall, Farmers Plaza, and Farmers Market
Checklist no. 4: SUNBLOCK
If no one has told you yet: you need sunblock for your trip. It doesn’t matter if you’re not going to the beach or anywhere sunny, SPF will be your BFF on every trip. We got you some travel-sized sunscreen for your next trip.
Watsons, Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
Happy Skin, Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
Checklist no. 5: OUTFIT
Planning for a trip also means planning for your outfit. Whether you’re going somewhere tropical or cold, we got you covered!
MN+LA, Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
TopTen10, Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
HLA, Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 1, Araneta City
Mango, Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 1, Araneta City
You can also visit the following stores: H&M located at the Upper Ground Floor & Level 1, Gateway Mall 1 and Columbia Sportswear at Level 2, Gateway Mall 1.
Checklist no. 6: COMFY SHOES
Ready to walk 10,000 steps a day? You can look cute and comfortable at the same time with the right pair— good shoes will take you to good places after all. But first, we’re taking you to where these shoes are, at the Sneaker Wonderland in Araneta City:
Foot Locker, Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
Planet Sports, Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City
You can also check Shoe Salon at Level 2 of Gateway Mall 1 for more options.
Click here for the complete list of shoe stores at Araneta City.
Checklist no. 7: PASSPORT
Last but definitely, something you should never forget is your passport! If you’re traveling outside the country, make it a habit to double-check your passport’s validity or, if you don’t have one yet, make it your priority and schedule your passport appointment at the Department of Foreign Affairs’ satellite office at Level 2, Ali Mall.
Schedule your apointment here.
All set to jet set? Do your pre-travel preparations here in Araneta City while the Grand Clearance Sale is still ongoing. See you on or before January 15 at Gateway Mall 1 & 2, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza.
Take note of the mall hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
