Kat_Torres Profile

Join Date:
2012-03-31
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1. Excursionista
Tales of my travels within The Philippines and Asia
Tags: Travel, Asia, Philippines, Indochina, Beach

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- Egyptian Beach Holiday IdeasThe Red Sea Riviera is one of those dream holiday destinations that everyone should make a point of visiting. It’s located on the tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt and has loads of excellent resorts and hotels all within easy access to the tranqu...
- The Jekyll and Hyde That is Calaguason May 30, 2013 in Beachineering Getaways Bicol Sun and Sand Calaguas Camping Travel Summer Camarines NorteCalaguas*, in recent years, has been the 'it' beach for people wanting to get away from it all. Indeed, it is an ideal location where you'll be disconnected from the outside world. Yep, no mobile phone signal and no electricity (save for a gener...
- European Holiday ChoicesIf you are thinking about taking a holiday abroad this year then you will no doubt be wondering where and when to travel to, and how to make sense of the mind-boggling amounts of resorts, destinations and hotels on offer. Start by thinking how far...
- Excursionista's Swimwear PicksThis may sound trivial to guys, but I know the ladies can relate when I say that sometimes (or most of the time?), we stress ourselves in choosing the right swimwear for our body type. Good thing Sassa Activewear's latest swimwear coll...
- Ski Lift Etiquette: Making the Lifts a DoddleIt’s not just the hiring of skis and kitting yourself out with thermals you have to worry about when preparing yourself for a ski holiday. You have to give some careful thought about how you’re going to portray yourself on the slopes – will you...
- Apo Reef Natural Parkon May 6, 2013 in Apo Reef Sablayan Getaways 30 Before 30 Sun and Sand TTOT Camping Travel Occidental MindoroEver wanted to see the Great Barrier Reef but can't afford it yet? Fret not, my friends. Keep calm and go to Apo Reef instead. Often overshadowed by Tubbataha Reef, Apo Reef is actually the largest contiguous coral reef system in the country and t...
- Turkey Holidays: Five of the Best Must See Sightson Apr 29, 2013 in Pamukkale Kalkan Kaputas Grand Bazaar Turkey TTOT Istanbul Ephesus Travel Sultan Ahmet Camii Guest PostNothing can compare to the experience of authentic Turkey holidays where architectural delights merge seamlessly with breathtaking natural wonders. Never to be underestimated, Turkey holidays offer so much more that contemporary complexes and awe-ins...
- LEGOLAND MalaysiaWhen I did our Singapore itinerary, a LEGOLAND side trip wasn't included. To be honest, I've read in some forums that it wasn't worth it. In fact, it wasn't also highly recommended by our guesthouse based from feedback of their pr...
- Footprints Backpacker Hostel SingaporeFinding budget accommodations in Singapore can be quite challenging. While there are plenty of options, expect that the term 'budget' means rates are still relatively higher compared to other ASEAN countries. It is, after all, a first world country.&...
- Pick Your Party Place: Clubbing in Kos 2013Are you looking for somewhere a little different for some serious party rocking in 2013? We all know Ibiza is the king of the clubbing scene, with destinations such as Malia and Ayia Napa running not too far behind on the Euro scene. But if you want...
- Mt. Gulugod Baboy: From Summit to SeaRemember when I said in my Mt. Pinatubo post that it definitely won't be my last hike? Well, I didn't expect the next one to happen so soon either! Last March, a bunch of blogger friends invited me to join their second climb (they climbed Mt.
- Puzzle Mansion Bed and BreakfastIt was 1990 and I had just graduated from Preparatory Level when my godfather gave me a 500-piece (if memory serves me right) Mickey and friends jigsaw puzzle. For years, it has been my favorite 'toy' which also then prompted me to start a mini colle...
- ASEAN Blogger Festival 2013The ASEAN Blogger Festival 2013 -- which is a conference for bloggers and social media enthusiasts from the ASEAN countries -- will be held in Solo, Central Java, Indonesia on May 10 - 12, 2013 with the theme “Reinventing the Spirit of Cultura...
- Boracay Budget AccommodationsI'm sure most of you are irritated with this unbearable heat we're experiencing right now. If only this heat can melt away our body fats, we'd all be bikini models by now. So far, it has only successfully turned me into a human brine fondue. ...
- Cork: Ireland’s Best-kept SecretCork is one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland and now more and more people are finding this out for themselves. With cheap flights and fantastic accommodation such as the Travelodge hotel near Cork Airport available all year round, it’s easy t...
- Discovering/Rediscovering TutubanIn several of my overseas trips, I've seen how travelers would flock to that country's night and/or weekend market to shop and/or have their meals at hawker stalls. In fact it has become so common that locals are already used to the presence of forei...
- Exploring the Stateson Feb 25, 2013 in Chicago New York Los Angeles Washington US Las Vegas TTOT Travel Guest Post America FloridaIf you're looking for a holiday with a little excitement, new experiences and lashings of fantastic things to see and do, you can't go wrong with US holidays. Let's start with the city. There are so many iconic cities you'll never know where...
- Post-Valentine Staycation at Orion HotelIf you frequent the Tutuban/Divisoria area especially during Christmas season, you can now take a breather by checking in at Orion Hotel located at the third floor of Prime Block Building. The main entrance is at the side of the building but you c...
- How to Find Great Deals on Gatwick ParkingThanks to its location in south London, there are plenty of options on how to get to Gatwick Airport. From shuttles and buses to trains and cars, Gatwick is relatively accessible via several different means of transport. Many passengers choose to...
- Mt. Pinatubo: A Test of Patience and EnduranceAn early morning trip to the north is not easy for a southerner like me, so together with Kaiye, we decided to stay for a few hours at Gran Prix Econotel which is already in Victory Liner Cubao's compound to make sure that we won’t be late for the...