Commuters in the concrete jungle of Metro Manila sure know how challenging and downright agonizing it can be to go from one place to another through our roads and public transportation on a daily basis. While there’s much that we can rant about our transport system, there are ways to at least make the experience easier for ourselves, more pleasant, even.
Pack smart
First and foremost, always ensure you bring a bag that can be fully and securely closed such as those with zippers. Tote bags may be convenient, but remember you’re not the only one who will have easy access to it. If you change bags frequently, get a bag organizer to easily transfer all your things from one bag to another. If you’re a gadget junkie, use a cord organizer for tangle-free earphones and chargers while you’re on the go.
Bring a coin purse (with coins, of course)
It helps a lot with both safety and convenience to have a separate coin purse handy on short rides in cabs or UV express or jeepneys so you don’t have to bring out your main wallet which carries your cash and cards each time you have to pay for fare. In this way, you won’t have to worry about not getting enough change back when you can give the exact amount.
Keep your cool
If you have a big meeting or event coming up and you don’t have space or time to pack extra clothes, prevent sweat marks by putting liners inside the sleeves of your clothes where your underarms are positioned. Of course, it’s always a good idea to bring a portable battery-operated hand fan for hassle-free cooling to avoid sweating during those jampacked trips on the MRT.
Wear comfortable shoes
Your daily travel can be a whole lot easier and much less tiring simply by wearing the right shoes. Ditch the heels, obviously. Go for something reliable and tested like Skechers GOWalk—said to be the no. 1 walking shoe in the US and a favorite of travelers in airports. The latest Skechers GOwalk Evolution makes its wearer feel like walking on clouds, giving a bounce in every step regardless of long lines and tiring walks.
Stay hydrated
Instead of buying bottles of water every day, bring your own water tumbler instead. This way, you’re not just saving money, but also saving the earth by reducing single-use plastic waste. The water will help you stay hydrated throughout your commute especially in our typically hot and humid weather. Put it in an easy to reach, outer part of your bag so you it’s easy to hydrate whenever and wherever you are.
Use Stored
Skip long lines at ticket stations by purchasing Stored Value Cards such as beep. It also saves you money as it comes out cheaper than buying single rides on LRT-1 and LRT-2. This January, Skechers and beep are releasing a limited edition co-branded beep card that can be used on MRT-3, LRT-1, LRT-2, P2P buses, BGC Bus, and anywhere beep cards are accepted.
To make commuting a better experience for everyone, Skechers is giving out a P500 discount voucher on GOwalk shoes with each purchase of a Skechers beep card.