Ladies planning to travel to Tibet โจ, not sure what to bring?
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๐ 1. Essential Skincare
โ Sunscreen: The UV rays are strong in high-altitude areas, so sunscreen is a must.
โ Lip balm: Use a thick lip balm to keep your lips well-protected.
โ Moisturizing spray + face cream: Use an oily face cream or even baby cream to keep your skin hydrated and prevent it from looking cakey.
โ Hand cream + body lotion: Tibet is quite dry, so keep your skin moisturized to avoid dryness and itching.
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๐ 2. Clothing
Tibetโs weather is unpredictable, so bring warm clothes like a thick jacket, down jacket, windbreaker, fleece-lined pants, and comfortable shoes ๐ no matter the season!
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๐ 3. Daily Necessities
โ Sun hat ๐: A loose-fitting sun hat is recommended to protect against the sun and keep your hairstyle intact for photos.
โ Sunglasses ๐ถ: The sunlight in Tibet is intense, so sunglasses are a must, especially for those with sensitive eyes.
โ Thermos: Drinking hot water is a real comfort, especially in the winter cold.
โ Umbrella ๐: The weather in Tibet can change suddenly, so bring an umbrella for both sun and rain protection.
โ Saline nasal spray: The high altitude can be very dry, and nasal spray can keep your nasal passages comfortable.
โ Hand warmers: Handy if you’re taking thin photos in traditional Tibetan clothing.
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๐ 4. Medications ๐
โ Erythromycin ointment: To prevent nosebleeds in the dry climate.
โ Squalene or Rhodiola: Start taking these two weeks before your trip.
โ Cold medicine ๐: Keep some on hand for prevention.
โ Gastrointestinal medicine ๐: In case youโre not used to the local food.
โ Motion sickness patches: Especially for the 108 bends on the way to Mount Everest.
โ Pain relievers: To help with headaches caused by altitude sickness.
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๐ 5. Electronics and Documents
Bring your ID card ๐ณ, phone ๐ฑ, phone charger, and power bank. These are essential!
Also, carry some cash, especially in smaller denominations like 5 or 10 yuan. This will be useful in places like Barkhor Street, Jokhang Temple, and Zhaji Temple.
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๐ 6. Food
โ Fruits ๐: Eat plenty of fruits to replenish vitamins.
โ Chocolate ๐ซ or candies ๐ญ: To keep your energy levels up and prevent low blood sugar.
โ Your favorite snacks: The distances between attractions in Tibet can be long, so bring snacks to eat along the way.
