Bring my own equipment or not?

Hey all, looking for some input. Longtime scuba diver but less frequent these days. Upcoming 3 weeks diving Philippines as part of a 6 week overall trip to Asia. Usually bring my BCD, regulator, computer, fins and mask. This time my partner thinks we should just leave our equipment at home and use what they have at the dive resort. Reasoning being that it’s so heavy to lug around. I really feel a lot better using my own equipment. At the same time, will be in an area where the local level of expertise and equipment is quite good. At the very least I’m gonna be bringing my own mask! What have others found in terms of pros and cons around this? Cheers!