Ice Fantasy originates from a novel written by author Guo Jing Ming which was then made into a tv series in 2016. Both the novels and the series were a little unconventional, and also mired in its share of controversies too. Ice Fantasy the tv series first caught my attention with the very eye-catching blonde/ … More Ice Fantasy (2016) 幻城 : C-Drama & Novel Review
The recent broadcast of The Legacy, which is based in Shanghai city during the 1920s and 1930s, brings back memories of visits to this beautiful & unique city. Different parts of the cities bring different vibes. Be prepared to be blown away with the different parts of the cities. Coming out of the airport pre-pandemic, … More Walkabouts @ Shanghai : Travel Ideas
The 40-episodes series is a mix of coming-of-age adventures for a bunch of young royalties, romance and worldly wisdom, sprinkled with comical reliefs. The focus is in the region of Xin Chuan whereby the Lord of Xin Chuan has 10 sons and the other 8 regions will send ladies representative to be married off to … More New Life Begins (2022) 卿卿日常: C-Drama Series Review
We have heard of Strange Tales of Liao Zhai often enough, but never before Strange Tales from Tang Dynasty. The series follow two main leads who became unlikely close friends & compatriots – Lu Ling Feng (Head of Imperial Army) and Su Wu Ming (Sheriff of Chang An & disciple of the famous Di Ren … More Strange Tales from Tang Dynasty (2022) 唐朝诡事录: C-Drama Series Review
3 women with the same name Li Jiao, residing in Singapore but with very different family & cultural background. The three Li Jiao cross path, initially not on good terms but over time became life-long friends upon getting to know each other better. Three Different Li Jiaos Li Jiao no. 1 is born & bred … More Sisters Stand Tall (2022) 快跑吧, 丽娇: SG-Drama Series Review
Japan is famous for its well-curated gardens, combining nature, plants & water to give us a zen-like reprieve from the daily stress. Hence, visiting the various gardens and parks around Kansai area is relaxing and peaceful. Sorakuen Garden is a little uphill on Kobe city, making you huff and puff a little before getting to … More Reflection in Gardens @ Kansai (post pandemic) : Travel Ideas
When Japan finally announced the opening of the border, the first thing I did is to book a return ticket to the country. Just in time for an autumn experience in Osaka. Arriving at the very quiet and almost deserted Kansai International Airport early morning, the process is straight forward. Pre-Travel Requirements Some pre-planning is … More Walkabouts @ Osaka (post pandemic) : Travel Ideas
Langkawi island is located at the northeast of Peninsular Malaysia, with lots of interesting attractions to offer. In 2007, Langkawi is awarded as UNESCO global geopark to celebrate the natural landscape. As at August 2022, Malaysia has opened its border with easy access to local and international tourists. Setting with the Sun A slow & … More Unwinding @ Langkawi (post pandemic) : Travel Ideas
An old song of Taiwanese TV series of the same name, first broadcast in 1992. A romance story based on Chiung Yao 瓊瑤, the queen of love stories. Although I don’t think I watched the series, the song is obviously etched in my memory (somewhere in the brain :D). A simple arrangement for your enjoyment. … More The Rebellion (1993) Green Green Grass by the River 青青河边草 : Theme Song
The 19-episode Korean series an interesting series which is based in magical kingdom of Daeho with mages. The route to be a mage commences with the opening of energy flow, and enlightened mages train to achieve the various levels – jipsu, ryusu, chisu and hwansu whereby the highest hwansu links to the alchemy of souls. … More Alchemy of Souls S1 (2022) 환혼: K-Drama Series Review
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