{"id":8091,"date":"2019-08-23T16:08:05","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T08:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/?p=8091"},"modified":"2019-08-23T16:08:07","modified_gmt":"2019-08-23T08:08:07","slug":"ceo-packing-list-caecilia-chu-youtrip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/ceo-packing-list-caecilia-chu-youtrip\/","title":{"rendered":"CEO Packing List: Caecilia Chu, YouTrip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What does the CEO and co-founder of YouTrip pack for her overseas travels? Caecilia reveals the essential items she can’t travel without.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This article was first published on Trip101<\/span><\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no easy feat to fly across Asia every week, let alone rushing for meetings in different countries at a moment\u2019s notice. But to Caecilia Chu, CEO and co-founder of \u200bYouTrip<\/span><\/a>\u200b, it\u2019s almost second nature to her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She travels weekly throughout Asia to visit her offices in various markets, so she\u2019s always ever-ready to hit the skies. After countless flights, her packing list remains identical for every trip, and she\u2019s always prepared for a meeting upon landing. Her secret? A lean packing list for tiptop efficiency \u2013 nothing more, nothing less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Clothing and accessories<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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1. Wrinkle-free jacket<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to look presentable during meetings, and this wrinkle-free jacket gets the job done effortlessly. No matter how you crumple and toss the jacket around, there won\u2019t be a single crease on the jacket. This is one perfect jacket to carry around without a single worry, especially during flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Handbag<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One bag to serve them all \u2013 wouldn\u2019t it be nice to have one bag to fulfill every function? This is why Caecilia\u2019s handbag is indispensable during her travels. Not only is her day-to-night handbag presentable during meetings, elegant for dinners and cocktails, the leather handbag is also a sleek fit for her MacBook that slips in without an inch to spare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Aviator sunglasses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Caecilia values practicality, so like her versatile handbag, her classic aviators are made for any occasion and outfit \u2013 business, casual, or even tracksuits. Plus, it\u2019s almost always bright and sunny in Southeast Asia, so her aviators shield her eyes from the sun\u2019s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays when she\u2019s on the road there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Stud earrings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When prioritising practicality, style doesn\u2019t have to be compromised. Caecilia\u2019s statement stud earrings elevate her style no matter the occasion, and are sophisticated enough to complement her various looks. Fun fact: She prefers stud earrings because she feels that other jewellery accessories like necklaces, bracelets, and even dangling earrings could be restrictive and inconvenient while travelling. We agree!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Travel necessities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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5. YouTrip card<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If Caecilia could only bring one item on her travels, it would be none other than her YouTrip card<\/span><\/a>. The prepaid debit card can be used to make payments in over 150 currencies worldwide, and offers Wholesale Exchange Rates that are extremely competitive. Best part? There\u2019s no fees involved when using the YouTrip card. Paying worldwide has never been simpler!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Passport holder<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Caecilia uses the YouTrip passport holder not because purple is her favourite colour, but the passport holder\u2019s functionality is also unmatched. While keeping her passport in place, the passport holder also stores her boarding passes, APAC travel card, among other documents that grant her a smooth journey through different immigration customs and checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tech gadgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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7. Wireless earphones<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Taking calls while on the go may be inconvenient at times, so Caecilia has her trusty wireless earphones to stay connected. Whether it\u2019s en route to the airport or waiting in the airport lounge, her wireless earphones allow a hands-free conversation while she continues to work on her laptop. Even when she\u2019s not working, her wireless earphones remain connected because Caecilia just can\u2019t seem to make do without music. When working, she plugs into the latest pop chart-toppers for the energetic, upbeat tunes. When she\u2019s not on calls and away from work, she switches to Mando and Cantopop to unwind. Her wireless earphones are always working overtime!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Laptop<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most work laptops are clunky and a chore to carry overseas, hence Caecilia chooses a MacBook to work on. Her sleek gold MacBook slips in and out of her handbag with ease, and is light enough to carry around with her, even onboard the plane. Whether it\u2019s work or lifestyle apps \u2013 Evernote, Slack, Spotify, Calendars \u2013 they\u2019re all duly synced to her mobile phone, so that she\u2019s ever connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. HDMI adapter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meetings and presentations are always prone to technical hiccups, and that could affect schedules for the rest of the day. Instead of leaving things to chance, Caecilia ensures that she\u2019s well-prepared with a functional HDMI adapter for her MacBook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Travel adapter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having tech essentials by her side means that they would run out of battery at some point, so Caecilia is always ready to give them an electricity boost wherever she is. The travel adapter allows her to access any type of power sockets in the world, so flat batteries would never pose a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A chat with CEO Caecilia Chu<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Trip101: How often do you have to travel for work, and where do you travel to most frequently?<\/strong>
Caecilia: I travel weekly to our offices in countries across Asia, but the frequency could be even more depending on my schedule. Even though the flights are mostly under 6 hours, the frequency could be rather demanding!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: Which is your favorite travel destination and why?<\/strong>
Caecilia: My new favourite destination is Niseko, Japan<\/span><\/a> because I\u2019ve recently picked up skiing as a hobby. It\u2019s certainly not easy to learn and I\u2019m still struggling at the green bunny slopes! I hope to challenge myself and take on the increasingly difficult slopes (blue, red, and then black) with every visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: Name three destinations and\/or activities on your travel bucket list.<\/strong>
Caecilia: I went on a volunteer trip in Cambodia<\/span><\/a> and before I returned, I painted a mural in the orphanage as a parting gift, hoping that it could bring colours into the children\u2019s lives. Since then, I\u2019ve always wanted to make a trip back to help paint worn houses and orphanages \u2013 it\u2019s the least I could do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another place I\u2019d like to visit would be Colorado, USA and\u00a0admire the majestic landscape of mountains, lakes, and canyons<\/span><\/a>. Oh, and that\u2019s because my secret career ambition was to become a National Geographic photographer \u200bhaha!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If possible, I would like to make a trip to\u00a0Egypt<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to see the\u00a0Great Pyramids<\/span><\/a>\u00a0with my own eyes. The colossal architecture seems impossible to build without modern technology and tools, yet the ancient civilisation did it, and that\u2019s mind boggling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: What\u2019s your ideal \u201coff-day\u201d like?<\/strong>
Caecilia: Many people like to chill out on their off-days, but I prefer to engage in high intensity activities. That\u2019s why I picked up skiing recently, to keep myself engaged even during a holiday that I\u2019m supposed to be relaxing. I just can\u2019t seem to lie down or do nothing for an extended period of time. Give me a challenging sport to try out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: Do you enjoy solo-travel?<\/strong>
Caecilia: Not really, because I am already solo travelling for work every week. If I am going on a leisure trip, I\u2019d definitely bring my family or friends along to spend precious time with them. Even when I experience new things in a new country, I\u2019d want to share these unforgettable moments with my loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: Sunrise or sunset?<\/strong>
Caecilia: Sunset, definitely. Sunsets are romantic, especially when they\u2019re in vivid hues of orange, pink, and purple. Time seems to slow down when you\u2019re witnessing a beautiful sunset, and the warm, calming effect is therapeutic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip101: What are some of your pet peeves when travelling?<\/strong>
Caecilia: Not a pet peeve, but because I\u2019m always travelling alone during my weekly work trips, it can be quite isolating at times. I cope with it by hunting some of the hidden gems in that city, like a speakeasy bar in Manila hidden behind an ordinary 7-eleven. After a long week of work, it\u2019s fun to search for these unconventional spots, and the surprise factor is satisfying!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inspired for a quick getaway? Don\u2019t forget to bring your YouTrip card<\/span><\/a>\u00a0along to utilise YouTrip\u2019s\u00a0Wholesale Exchange Rates<\/span><\/a> for favourable currency exchange rates too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read:\u00a0How to Dispute and Request Chargeback for YouTrip Card<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a worldwide fees-less travel experience!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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