TRAVEL TO MOVIES: 13 HOURS: THE SECRET SOLDIERS OF BENGHAZI

Director: Michael Bay

Cast: John Krasinski , James Badge Dale , Toby Stephens , Pablo Schreiber , Max Martini , David Denman , Dominic Fumusa , David Costabile , Freddie Stroma , Peyman Moaadi

Plot: On the eleventh anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a group of Islamist militants attack the American diplomatic compound and a nearby CIA Annex in Benghazi, Libya. Four Americans including US Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens are killed during the attack. A security team of six members is formed and sent to defend the remaining American survivors.

Source:http://www.insing.com/movies/13-hours-the-secret-soldiers-of-benghazi-2016/id-3bea0000/

My Movie Review: The movie is very intense the best war exhibition in years where you do is live in the moment. This is the real deal showcasing the heroism of the soldiers in the battlefield and honoring them by telling what acts done in Benghazi was really upstanding. Michael Bay make this more exciting showing great cinematography giving human stories the action-adventure treatment. The cast really blends well making this a really strong film.

More Description: The 2012 Benghazi attack took place on the evening of September 11, 2012, when Islamic militants attacked the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, killing U.S. Foreign Service Information Management Officer Sean Smith. Stevens was the first U.S. Ambassador killed in the line of duty since 1979. The attack has also been referred to as the Battle of Benghazi and ten others were also injured in the attacks.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2012_Benghazi_attack

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES SAINT MARK ROOMS

My Personal Experience: I went to Saint Mark Rooms last year May 3, 2015, together with my family. We went there to rest our feet off after exploring the city and once in a while take some selfies. We also watched the fight of the century Floyd Mayweather Jr vs. The People's Champ Manny Pacquiao in our room while in bed eating bag of potato chips.

Saint Mark Rooms

Located in the heart of Cebu, the 3-star St. Mark Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms. Every day a deluxe breakfast is served in the dining room. At the restaurant international dishes are served. Guests will benefit from dry cleaning, 24-hour reception and airport transfer and appreciate a safe deposit box, a designated smoking area and a lift available on-site.

Source: http://st-mark-hotel.cebu-city-hotels.net/en/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: THE 5th WAVE

Director: J Blakeson

Cast: Chloë Grace Moretz , Nick Robinson , Ron Livingston , Liev Schreiber , Maggie Siff , Maika Monroe , Zackary Arthur , Alex Roe , Maria Bello , Talitha Bateman , Nadji Jeter

Plot: Set in the present day against the backdrop of fear and distrusts, four waves of deadly attacks by alien invasion have destroyed most of human population, pushing them back to Stone Age. As one of the last survivors on Earth, 16-year-old Cassie Sullivan is on the run, going through multiple obstacles as she desperately tries to save her younger brother Sammy. As she prepares for the inevitable and lethal fifth wave, Cassie meets a young man who may become her final hope.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/the-fifth-wave-2016/id-b5e80000/

My Movie Review: The movie is good enough to sell the story apocalyptic survival film that keeps you wanting more even if some were predictable. The first young adult novel to see this year that will take the big screen too much anticipation for the readers yet some think it's just a typical alien invasion story. Powerhouse cast and action sequence always gets me good thing that's my cup of tea cause I like to look what I do if I become part of it.

My Favorite Lines: "The first wave knocked out all the power, then the second wave hit. An earthquake strong enough to shake the entire planet. With the third wave disease spread across the world. By the fourth wave, they were among us." "I didn’t know it then, that was the last normal day of my life." "The Others have the ability to inhabit human hosts and control their actions. They look just like us. They could be any where." "You can’t trust anyone anymore." "The Other see our hope as a weakness, but they’re wrong."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES SAINT MARK LOBBY

My Personal Experience: I went to Saint Mark Lobby last year May 3, 2015, together with my family. We went there to sleep over after the wedding and check-out but we still have one day to spend in the hotel. We stayed at the 3rd floor where you can see a glass window to view the outdoors I sat down to the couch while waiting to the elevator to come.

Saint Mark Lobby

A 3-minute walk from the closest bus stop, this relaxed hotel in a sleek building is 3 km from both Magellan's Cross and the Basilica del Santo Niño. Streamlined rooms with tile floors offer tea and coffee-maker, mini bars, flat-screen TVs and free WI-Fi. Upgraded quarters add extra beds; some have balconies. Suites feature living room area with sofas.

Source: http://www.st-markhotel.com/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: THE ROAD CHIP

Director: Walt Becker

Cast: Justin Long , Jason Lee , Jesse McCartney, Matthew Gray Gubler, Tony Hale

Plot: The Chipmunks travel to Miami to try and prevent Dave from proposing to his new girlfriend. This gets Alvin, Simon and Theodore, worried that their friend will soon dump them. The singing trio then embark on a road trip to stop the proposal at all costs.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/alvin-and-the-chipmunks-4-2015/id-e1e60000/

My Movie Review: The movie brings back the good life were all you do is enjoy the ride and don't have to worry about anything cause everything's gonna be alright in the end. It's always a bright day in this version showing sun-kissed beach and pool clubs in Miami. The Road Trip good idea to showcase fun times and stop-over were the one to remember and incredible party performance definitely excites especially night parade in New Orleans
My Favorite Character: Theodore Seville

Theodore is the tritagonist of the series and films. He is the youngest of the group and is best described as shy, loving, sensitive, gullible, trusting, naïve and innocent. In ALVINNN!!! and The Chipmunks, Theodore wears a green zipped-hoodie which has a lighter shade of green on the hood, likes to eat a lot that's why he has a fatty bottom, and green and cream colored shoes. He also has green eyes with brown and dark yellow fur.

Source: http://alvin.wikia.com/wiki/Theodore_Seville

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES WATERFRONT BALLROOM

My Personal Experience: I went to Waterfront Ballroom last year May 2, 2015, together with family and friends. We went there to attend the reception of the wedding and witness the program. There was a photo booth and unexpected dance showdown where I was called even if I don't dance and the first one to show I just let loose and make the time fun.

Waterfront Ballroom

This neo-classical structure design is a purpose-built international class hotel offering distinctive convention and business facilities, catering to the to the needs of the business and leisure community. There are a number of Hotels in Cebu in Philippines that provide the guests with numerous accommodation options. Waterfront Hotel in Cebu is one of the best hotels of the city and is quite popular among the tourists.

Source: http://www.fnetravel.com/english/cebuhotels/waterfront-cebu-city-hotel.html

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: EXTRACTION

Director: Steven C. Miller

Cast: Bruce Willis , Kellan Lutz , Gina Carano , D.B. Sweeney , Dan Bilzerian , Nick Loeb , Joshua Mikel , Steve Coulter , Heather Johansen , Roman Mitichyan , Rob Steinberg

Plot: A former CIA operative is kidnapped by a group of terrorists. When his son learns there is no plan for his father to be saved, he launches his own rescue operation.

Source: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4382872/

My Movie Review: The movie is short literally the whole thing felt like a teaser or bubble that goes away fast. This is the only watchable at the moment while action is spontaneous I hope they made it longer. Big names like Bruce Willis and Kellan Lutz were dropped you can't help to expect nothing less but nowadays there's no guarantee it depends. This is perfect for people who doesn't have much time but want too pretty decent quick fix action.

More Description: When a terrorist group kidnaps retired CIA field operative Leonard Turner (Bruce Willis), his son Harry Turner (Kellan Lutz), a government analyst who has been repeatedly turned down for field service, launches his own unsanctioned rescue operation. While evading highly skilled operatives, deadly assassins, and international terrorists, Harry finally puts his combat training to the test in a high stakes mission to find his father and to stop a terrorist plot.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extraction_%28film%29

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES WATERFRONT HALLWAY

My Personal Experience: I went to Waterfront Hallway last year May 2, 2015, together with my sister. We went there to take pictures from the paintings on the walls to the leaf on glass near the entrance lobby. Making the most of it before going to the church nearby and as we enter the doors opened widely welcoming guests with the hint of sun around it.

Waterfront Hallway

At the center of the Queen City of the South is Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, one of the Philippines' famous landmarks. Located 30 minutes from Mactan International Airport, and a stone's throw away from the city's financial district and best attractions, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino is the place to go and stay. It takes pride in its commitment to superior service with a Filipino touch, and provides a unique feeling of warmth amidst exhilarating surprises.

Source:http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/Philippines/Cebu/Waterfront_Cebu_City_Hotel_and_Casino.h307844/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: IN THE HEART OF THE SEA

Director: Ron Howard

Cast: Chris Hemsworth , Brendan Gleeson , Cillian Murphy , Ben Whishaw , Tom Holland, Benjamin Walker , Paul Anderson , Joseph Mawle , Jamie Sives , Michelle Fairley

Plot: This movie is based on the book "In the Heart of the Sea" by Nathaniel Philbrick. Set in the year 1820, Captain George Pollard, Jr. (Benjamin Walker), first mate Owen Chase (Chris Hemsworth), second mate Matthew Joy (Cillian Murphy), and cabin boy Thomas Nickerson (Tom Holland) are on a voyage in their whaleship Essex. The whaling ship is preyed upon by a large bull sperm whale, who eventually strikes it and the crew is left stranded at the sea for 90 days over a thousand miles from home. Things turn ghastly as the crew sails for South America but under the circumstances is forced to turn cannibalistic.

Source: http://www.clickthecity.com/movies/detail/6f6mpM/in-the-heart-of-the-sea

My Movie Review: The movie is sailing too deep in the sea causing it to sink despite of the good acting. In The Heart Of The Sea is a captivating film due to it's incredible story and stunning visuals showing larger than life whales and sinking big ships but I'm not sure what happen towards the middle where they didn't show the cannibalism parts it lessens the experience. Hard to see but that's the essence of a good film embracing it's own story. I like the scene were the smallest member of the crew went inside the whale to retrieve oil.
My Favorite Term: Moby-Dick

Moby-Dick is the story of a captain driven mad in his pursuit of a whale. But, as Ron Howard's In the Heart of the Sea reveals, the events that inspired Herman Melville were even more terrifying. But much more than that, Moby-Dick became a kind of modern American myth, woven around the legendary battle between man and whale, incarnate in the figure of Captain Ahab. The monomaniacal commander of the Pequod goes in search of the fantastical White Whale which had “dismasted” him, biting off his leg. Now Ahab scours the South Seas, seeking revenge on the gigantic creature.

Source:http://www.telegraph.co.uk/film/in-the-heart-of-the-sea/moby-dick-true-story-whales-facts/

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES WATERFRONT V.I.P LOUNGE

My Personal Experience: I went to Waterfront Hotel V.I.P Lounge last year May 2, 2015, together with my siblings and their respective partners. We went there to take our family pictures minutes before the wedding begins. We also take pictures with our parents but only the wedding photographer have it after that I went to their dining area to have selfies.

Waterfront V.I.P Lounge

Waterfront Ambassador Club guests get exclusive access to the Ambassador Lounge located at the 21st floor with the sweeping views of the bay and the city. This relaxing, upscale space, gives privilege to guests for an express check-in and check-out, a butler service and complimentary breakfast and afternoon cocktails while catching your favorite TV show. It also offers a boardroom to meet with your team and a business center to get some work done or simply connect with your friends.

Source: http://waterfronthotels.com.ph/waterfront/manila-pavilion-hotel-casino/amenities/

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: POINT BREAK

Director: Ericson Core

Cast: Luke Bracey, Édgar Ramírez , Teresa Palmer , Ray Winstone , Delroy Lindo

Plot: This remake of the 1991 action thriller starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze gets a fresh contemporary look and leads in the form of Edgar Ramirez and Luke Bracey. The plot follows a rookie FBI agent who infiltrates an extraordinary team of extreme sports athletes that he suspects of masterminding a string of unprecedented and sophisticated corporate heists.

Source: http://www.insing.com/movies/point-break-2015/id-84e80000/

My Movie Review: The movie is extreme packed with jaw-dropping action in land water and sky sure to make an impact. Seeing almost impossible happen with full of adrenaline rush and breathtaking scenery to look is a pleasure to watch. I like this movie keeping me at the edge of my sit every time a new act to follow maybe under appreciated but still nice. This is a remake but never heard about the original so nothing to compare better watch it.
My Favorite Lines: "When you join the FBI, you join the front line between order and chaos and, in today's world, you know how easy it is to lose perspective." Now you've been undercover, what, two weeks? hey're using the money from the crimes to follow Osaki's teachings. We have to give more than we take. There's a few billion dollars up there. You're going to steal it? No, we're going to give it back." "Three crimes, three continents, I think they're connected. They're attempting something called the Osaki Eight, a series of eight ordeals that honor the forces of nature." This is about enlightenment? "Bodhi do you have idea how many people you've killed? How many laws you've broken? The only law that matters here is gravity." We're all going to die, the only question is how."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES WATERFRONT HOTEL

My Personal Experience: I went to Waterfront Hotel last year May 2, 2015, together with my whole family. We went there to stay in for a while on my brother's wedding to get dress and suit up. We went to the bedroom for us to relax and I sat down on the chair when others went to bed while waiting my sister took pictures I started to strike a pose on frame.

Waterfront Hotel

Waterfront Hotel is grandly situated at the heart of the city’s commercial and business district. A convenient 30-minute drive from the Mactan International Airport, the hotel is home to 561 guestrooms and suites, 10 wining and dining outlets, and is popularly known for its superior meeting and conference facilities. With a seating capacity of up to 4,000, the hotel’s Convention Center is outfitted with 4 function rooms and 2 grand ballrooms designed to host all event types and sizes.

Source:http://waterfronthotels.com.ph/waterfront/waterfront-cebu-city-hotel-and-casino/wcch-about-the-hotel/