Kat vs. the World

14/08/2019

When you're planning to go to Vigan and looking for a place to stay, I would totally, 100%, recommend this cozy bungalow where we've stayed at. We had a very pleasant stay that I had to share this to you guys.

Located in the town of San Vicente, which is just an 8-minute drive to Vigan town proper, this house is perfect for groups and families looking for a perfect and affordable place to stay.

☘️ The house is huge! (living room, dining room, 2 kitchens, 3 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms)
☘️ Lots of beds!
☘️ Has a mini farm and petting zoo in the back yard
☘️ Cable TV and WiFi
☘️ Breakfast upon request (fees apply)
☘️ Enough parking space for three cars
☘️ Enough for 10 people
☘️ Very clean
☘️ Very quiet and peaceful

If you are longing for that "probinsya-life" vacation then this is perfect for you. I loved everything about our stay in here that most of the time, we were just inside the house relaxing rather than going out. The people looking after the place are also very nice. You can ask for tips on where to eat and where to go. You can still do day trips to Pagudpud or the Paoay Sand Dunes even if you're staying in this area. Totally worth it than staying in hotels 👍

But it is an Airbnb after all, so like ALL Airbnbs, I would just like to ask everyone to be mindful and treat the house as if it is your own 😊 Do treat it with care.

So what are you waiting for? Book that trip!

☀️ First, you can join Airbnb using this link and get a discount on your first trip:
https://www.airbnb.com/c/kata53?currency=PHP

☀️ Book your stay in the cozy bungalow right here:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20655485?wl_source=list&wl_id=590299327&role=wishlist_owner&guests=6&adults=6&source_impression_id=p3_1565750582_d7BMsJxCSKPpV%2BIN&sl_alternate_dates_exclusion=true

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14/07/2019

If you’re planning to go to USJ, it’s better to go during the Cool Japan event. Everything here is themed perfectly even the food 😭😭😭 This meal is themed before . Anime fans would definitely enjoy USJ better during this time. They have other attractions such as Attack on Titan, Sailor Moon, Godzilla Vs. Evangelion, as well as One Piece.

I am a big Attack on Titan fan but the only food they have on AoT were Levi’s churros 😂

13/07/2019

Japan wins in street aesthetics 💕 🚲 I loved walking along the small alleys specially at night time. The first photo, which was in Pontocho Alley is where I encountered a Geisha 😊 All photos are taken with a 50mm lens because why not?

*Sorry for being MIA for almost a year guys :)

06/07/2018

Sharing with you my recent trip to Dumaguete! ✈️

Full blog post up on my site: https://katabelgas.com/2018/07/06/dumaguete-solo-travel/

This has been an amazing trip. Everything was so surreal. I have new memories and new found friends. Thank you Dumaguete 💕

Accommodation:
I stayed with The Flying Fish Hostel and I loved everything about this place. Perfect for solo travelers!

Places visited:
🐢 Rizal Boulevard
🐢 Apo Island
🐢 Casaroro Falls
🐢 Sulfur Vents
🐢 Twin Lakes

There are so many more places to visit when you're coming from Dumaguete such as Siquijor, Pulang Bato Falls, Cebu and Bacolod. For food, there are many cheap eats in Dumaguete such as Food Net and Sta. Teresa 😜

💜 Flying Fish Hostel (4 Days & 3 Nights): Php 1,700
💜 Apo Island Day Tour (Solo Joiner): Php 1,200
💜 Casaroro Falls and Sulfur Vents Habal: Php 1000
💜 Twin Lakes Habal: Php 600

❣️ For other information such as contact numbers for habal tours and recommendations please do visit this link
https://katabelgas.com/2018/07/06/dumaguete-solo-travel/

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Solo traveler? No problem! You can do it! 🙌

ENJOY!!

06/07/2018

Sharing with you my recent trip to Dumaguete. This is how we roll in the Philippines 🇵🇭😉 Our country has so much to offer and I feel lucky to have witnessed these places.

Share and tag your travel buddies ❤

05/07/2018

Paddling along the lake. I could get used to this 🚣🏻

28/06/2018

The beauty of mother nature ❤️ our country has a lot to offer 🇵🇭

19/06/2018

Swimming with the sea turtles of Apo Island. Such a surreal experience 😊🐢🌊

15/03/2018

Anyone going to Paris soon? This guide might help you get by :)

“Aux Champs-Elysées, aux Champs-Elysées. Au soleil, sous la pluie, à midi ou à minuit. Il y a tout ce que vous voulez aux Champs-Elysées” Now tell me who gets that giddy feeling wheneve…

12/03/2018

08/03/2018

My solo travel to breathtaking Batanes! 🙌

Part 1: https://katabelgas.com/2018/03/01/batanes-the-winds-up-north-part-1-solo-travel/

Part 2: https://katabelgas.com/2018/03/08/batanes-the-winds-up-north-part-2-solo-travel/

08/03/2018

It has always been a dream of mine to visit the farthest place up north of the Philippines. Who would have thought that you didn't need to go far to get a glimpse of vast rolling hills and breathtaking views. Welcome to the gem up north, Batanes!

When traveling solo in Batanes, angkas is the way to go! Batanes is indeed majestic. No commercialized areas, very rare signal and lovely people!

FULL TRAVEL GUIDE ON MY WEBSITE:

Batanes Part 1:
https://katabelgas.com/2018/03/01/batanes-the-winds-up-north-part-1-solo-travel/

Batanes Part 2:
https://katabelgas.com/2018/03/08/batanes-the-winds-up-north-part-2-solo-travel/

♥ Roundtrip Flight: SkyJet Airlines
Php 12,260
♥ Lodging: Ysabelle Homestay & Travel and Tours - Basco, Batanes
Php 450 per night with breakfast
♥ Tours: Arranged with Ysabelle Homestay & Travel and Tours - Basco, Batanes
North Batan Angkas- Php 1000
South Batan Tricycle- Php 1500
Sabtang Islang Angkas- Php 1300
♥ Boat Ride to and from Sabtang Island
Php 200

I hope Batanes stays as it is in all its natural glory in the future. You need to consider how people get their supplies since its very far from the mainland. Prices can get quite expensive. There are so many places to visit in Batanes though, and you will not regret going here. I have nothing but nice things to say about the people. My four days in Batanes were unforgettable. I hope I can come back soon. Please do check out my FULL travel guide and more photos on the link above! I tried my best to share everything you need to know when touring Batanes. To those planning to go there remember to PLEASE CLEAN AS YOU GO and NEVER LITTER. Hope the guide helps you!

Special thanks to my tour guides Kuya Tino and Kuya Mik of Ysabelle Homestay for also taking awesome photos of me! :)

Ysabelle Homestay
Santana St. Brgy. Kaychanarianan Basco, Batanes
https://www.facebook.com/YsabelleHomestayBasco/
(+63) 928 234 2542

Who would you like to go to Batanes with? TAG YOUR FRIENDS AND SHARE! :)

14/02/2018

I hope it stays as it is.

03/02/2018

Can anyone guess where I am? I'm excited to share this trip to you guys! It's breath taking indeed 🙌🏻

30/01/2018

https://katabelgas.com/2018/01/30/a-day-with-the-aeta-community/

When traveling, a lot of us resort to visiting other countries, mainly for leisure. I’m all about activities that give back to the community. I love experiencing how certain people live their…

30/01/2018

Travel for leisure? How about travel and make a difference? 🌏😊
Thank you MAD Travel for doing activities like this. We had a splendid time! Check out my day with the Aeta community of Yangil on my blog post

https://katabelgas.com/2018/01/30/a-day-with-the-aeta-community/

23/01/2018

14/01/2018

Coloring with the Aeta children of Yangil Village 😊❤️

04/01/2018

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31/12/2017

https://katabelgas.com/2017/12/29/japan/

There’s always a first time to everything. I’ve noticed that my way of coping with heartbreak is to leave and just go somewhere. So this is my first time traveling on my own, and it was one o…

30/12/2017

Sharing with you my solo travel to Japan! It was indeed an experience. Sometimes you just need to wing it alone ☺️ You'll meet new people along the way and you'd be surprised that you're capable of exploring on your own.

For more detailed information, how-to's and whatnots, from what to eat and how to get that USJ ticket price down... check out my First-timers Guide to Japan:
https://katabelgas.com/2017/12/29/japan/

Here’s the breakdown of the essentials:

• Round Trip Flight via Jetstar from MNL to KIX
>>> Php 13,703
• Visa Handling Fee + Birth Certificate
>>> Php 1,265
• Ark Hostel&Cafe Dining Stay 4 Days and 3 Nights
>>> Php 4,505
• Kansai Thru Pass for 3 days via Klook
>>> Php 2,339
• Pupuru WiFi JAPAN Pocket WiFi 4 Days
>>> Php 1,840

Total of Php 23,652

I kind of booked my flight like three weeks before my travel dates as to why I couldn't get cheaper flights. If you're lucky, you can find cheaper flights with airline promos. I processed my visa through Reli Tours and got my visa within 3 days.

Itinerary? You don't need one! I believe that's the essence of traveling alone. You get to go wherever you want to, wherever circumstances may lead you. No one can stop you. Though if you have places in mind you want to visit, you can plan your whole day out. Though it's a bit fun sometimes when you just find things.

When it comes to food, 7-11 Japan is the go-to place for cheap but reasonably good food. Hungry for a snack? Get an onigiri from a local convenience store. You won't have a problem getting thirsty because there are literally vending machines EVERYWHERE. Try different Japanese street food while you're there and veer away from expensive restaurants.

Remember, when traveling alone, DO NOT BE AFRAID TO ASK QUESTIONS. I cannot say anything but good things to the people I have encountered. They were very helpful and really would go the extra mile to help you. I hope you do get to visit Japan too!

CHECK OUT MY FIRST-TIMER'S GUIDE TO JAPAN ON THIS LINK BELOW 🙂
https://katabelgas.com/2017/12/29/japan/

28/12/2017

Anyone going to Australia soon? :)

https://katabelgas.com/2014/07/13/australia/

Last May I finally got to visit the land down under, Aussie country :) We first visited Melbourne where our relatives were and we got to tour around the city. Federation square is a great place for…

26/12/2017

The Forbidden Forest 🌲

22/12/2017

Winter is here

22/12/2017

2016

10/08/2016

Going to Paris or dreaming of going there? Here's my guide on how to survive the city of love :)

“Aux Champs-Elysées, aux Champs-Elysées. Au soleil, sous la pluie, à midi ou à minuit. Il y a tout ce que vous voulez aux Champs-Elysées” Now tell me who gets that giddy feeling wheneve…

26/07/2016

Check out my London travel vlog!

A summary of my London trip in videos :)

17/07/2016

https://katabelgas.com/2016/06/24/a-first-timers-guide-london/

Visiting a country for the first time can get a little scary and I am very thankful for the little preparation I have done before the big adventure. I am a first-timer to London myself and I will s…

04/02/2016

http://katabelgas.com/2016/02/04/a-visit-to-the-deparo-dog-shelter/