TRAVEL TO PLACES: SINGAPORE RIVER CRUISE

My Personal Experience: I went to Clarke Quay to experience Singapore River Cruise last year July 28, 2013, together with my brother and his girlfriend. We went there to claim our free tickets, go to the church and to celebrate my brother's birthday. We also went to Changi Airport to dine with my other siblings waiting for us at Xin Wang Hong Kong Cafe.

Singapore River Cruise

Begins where Sir Stamford Raffles first stepped foot on Singapore, along the northern bank of the Singapore River. It then travels along the different quays of Singapore, namely Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay, as well as Marina Bay.

Source:http://www.yoursingapore.com/content/traveller/en/browse/see-and-do/culture-and-heritage/a-touch-of-history/heritage-trails/river-cruise.html

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: THE LEGEND OF HERCULES

Director: Renny Harlin

Cast: Kellan Lutz , Rade Serbedzija , Scott Adkins , Gaia Weiss , Roxanne McKee , Liam Garrigan , Liam McIntyre , Johnathon Schaech , Luke Newberry

Plot: In Ancient Greece 1200 B.C., a queen succumbs to the lust of Zeus to bear a son promised to overthrow the tyrannical rule of the king and restore peace to a land in hardship. But this prince, Hercules, knows nothing of his real identity or his destiny. He desires only one thing: the love of Hebe, Princess of Crete, who has been promised to his own brother. When Hercules learns of his greater purpose, he must choose: to flee with his true love or to fulfill his destiny and become the true hero of his time. The story behind one of the greatest myths is revealed in this action-packed epic - a tale of love, sacrifice and the strength of the human spirit.

Source: http://movies.insing.com/movie/the-legend-of-hercules-2014/id-41e60000/

My Movie Review: The movie is a good choice to start the year, new cast to look forward set in ancient times. I can see some scenes from different movies like Gladiator's grandest arena, 300's sculpted men with shields and Immortals Gods powerful forces. Kellan Lutz got it right, big break that fits his huge build to the role of the Mighty Hercules.

My Favorite Character: Hercules

He is best known as the strongest of all mortals. Stronger than others he was the deciding factor in allowing the Olympians to win their battle with the giants. He was the last mortal son of Zeus. He is the only man born of mortal woman to become a God upon his death.

Source: http://www.greekmythology.com/Myths/Heroes/Heracles/heracles.html

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES AYALA TRIANGLE

My Personal Experience: I went to Ayala Triangle this year November 20, 2013, together with my job hunting buddy. We went first to pass resume at The Peninsula Manila and some restaurants around Ayala Avenue. We went to Ayala Triangle to sit down and rest after exhausting day we decided to pose along with the vibrant ambience and cool shade.

Ayala Triangle

The Ayala Triangle Gardens is Makati’s Central Park, an urban oasis at the heart of the central business district. In addition to landscaped park grounds, there is a row of one-of-a-kind restaurants that offer fresh, new dining concepts with al fresco seating.

Source: http://www.makeitmakati.com/ayala-triangle-gardens

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG

Director: Peter Jackson

Cast: Richard Armitage, Martin Freeman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Ian McKellen, Cate Blanchet, Luke Evans, Evangeline Lily, Hugo Weaving, Orlando Bloom, Lee Pace

Plot: The second part in Peter Jackson's trilogy sees will revolve on the dragon Smaug who guards the treasure in Erebor that Bilbo Baggins and his dwarf companions are in search of. After successfully crossing over (and under) the Misty Mountains, Thorin and company must seek aid from a powerful stranger before taking on the dangers of Mirkwood Forest--without their Wizard. If they reach the human settlement of Lake-town it will be time for the hobbit Bilbo Baggins to fulfil his contract with the dwarves. The party must complete the journey to Lonely Mountain and burglar Baggins must seek out the Secret Door that will give them access to the hoard of the dragon Smaug. And, where has Gandalf got off to? And what is his secret business to the south?

Source:http://movies.insing.com/movie/the-hobbit-the-desolation-of-smaug-2013/id-14e40000/

My Movie Review: The movie is a blast, nice start with humongous spiders, bumpy ride at river is the best and gigantic dragon that is full of fury. The Hobbit has been my year-end movie, last year with An Unexpected Journey, this year with The Desolation Of Smaug and looking forward next year. Big improvement from the first one, I almost fell asleep on the middle part last year but now I'm wide awake I didn't missed any of their big adventures!!!
My Favorite Lines: "Come now! Don't be shy. Step into the light!" "If this is to end in fire, then we will all burn together." "It never ceases to amaze me, the courage of Hobbits..."

TRAVEL TO PLACES: PHILIPPINES ROCKWELL CENTER

My Personal Experience: I went to Rockwell Center this year November 11, 2013, together with my job hunting buddy. We went first to the nearest hotels along Makati West to passed resume and have a walk-in interview. We went to Rockwell Center to have lunch at Jollibee, we were surprise with the Christmas Decorations on each side entrance.

Rockwell Center

It sits on a 15.5 hectare land that used to be the location of a thermal power plant owned by the Lopez family, owner of Meralco, the major electricity supplier in the Philippines.

Source: http://www.makaticity.com/shopping/rockwell-center.php

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: DELIVERY MAN

Director: Ken Scott

Cast: Vince Vaughn , Chris Pratt , Cobie Smulders

Plot: David Wozniak learns that as a sperm donor with the alias "Starbuck," he has fathered over 530 children. When a large group of them petition the sperm bank to reveal his identity, David has to decide whether or not to come forward. Simultaneously, his own girlfriend is deciding whether he would make a suitable father.

Source: http://movies.insing.com/movie/the-delivery-man-2014/id-3de50000/

My Movie Review: The movie is short in delivery, it has a nice concept but didn't push the envelope and limited ending. The message is good, about unconditional family whose father tries to figure out his purpose in life and children wants sense of belongingness to their father but it lacks spice and variation. I want it to have more complication so when the problem was solved, the feeling would be great but it chooses to be simple and safety.
My Favorite Term: Starbuck

Starbuck means 'astronaut'. It is of English origin and is generally used for both boys and girls. It is pronounced Star-buck and is made up of two syllables and eight letters.

Source: http://www.ask.com/question/what-is-the-meaning-of-the-name-starbuck

TRAVEL TO PLACES: SINGAPORE SERANGOON NEX

My Personal Experience: I went to Serangoon Nex this year July 26, 2013, together with my sister. We sat down at the waiting shed and rode a bus going to the mall. We bought egg tarts at Fancy Delight and went to the rooftop to see the playground. We also went to the movie house, did some window shopping and ate meats on a stick with rice at Wadori.

Serangoon Nex

Strategically located at 23 Serangoon Central, Nex is the biggest mall in the North-East region of Singapore. This 7-storey mall is integrated with the Serangoon Bus Interchange and the Serangoon Interchange Station, where North-East Line and Circle Line intersect.

Source: http://www.nex.com.sg/index.php/about-us.html