THE FOREIGNER

The Foreigner, starring Jackie Chan and Pierce Brosnan, is a timely action thriller from the director of Casino Royale. The film tells the story of humble London businessman Quan (Chan), whose long-buried past erupts in a revenge-fueled vendetta when the only person left for him to love -- his teenage daughter -- is taken from him in a senseless act of politically-motivated terrorism. In his relentless search for the identity of the terrorists, Quan is forced into a cat-and-mouse conflict with a British government official (Brosnan), whose own past may hold clues to the identities of the elusive killers.

Rating: 9/10
Genre: Action & Adventure, Drama, Mystery & Suspense
Directed By: Martin Campbell

MAIN CASTS

Jackie Chan 
as Quan

Pierce Brosnan 
as Liam Hennessy

Ray Fearon 
as Bromley

This movie shows you the older Jackie Chan. I mean they really highlighted his wrinkles, gray hire, his posture and even his movements. Pierce Brosnan was able to use his Irish accent too which I find quite amusing. To be honest, it made me googled his nationality to check if he is Irish or what because he is a natural. Yes! He is Irish so yeah!

This movie has more realistic approach when it comes to fight scenes. I love how they have connected all the events from plot up to the ending. There are a lot of twists. A lot of unpredictable twists so you better focus! Lastly, you will love the ending! This has been the most dramatic approach of Jackie Chan to any movies he had!

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The Scholar Who Walks the Night

A daughter from a collapsed noble family, due to being branded a traitor, dresses up like a man and goes out to sell books. She meets an attractive scholar walking at night, but the scholar is actually vampire.

Rating: 8/10
Genre: Drama, Mystery & Suspense
Directed By: Lee Sung-Joon

Channel: MBC

MAIN CAST

Lee Joon-Gi	Lee Yoo-Bi	Shim Chang-Min	Lee Soo-Hyuk	Kim So-Eun
Kim Sung-Yeol	Jo Yang-Sun	Crown Prince Lee Yoon	Gwi	Hye-Ryeong

This is one of my favorite movie. The development of the story is worth the time. I spend 4 straight days watching this series and I didn't regret it. I am not a fan of Korean movies but the first time I watched this series, I just get hooked and continued with my Kdrama addiction for almost 3 months! That long, Yes!

There are a lot of twists and details on this one so I suggest you watch the movie attentively. I promise you, you will never get bored. The reason why I gave this 8 is because I didn't like the ending. It is not the typical ending that I wanted. I wish they could have done a better ending! (I won't tell you the ending. hahahahah)

Another Must-Watch!

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Barry Seal ( Tom Cruise), a TWA pilot, is recruited by the CIA to provide reconnaissance on the burgeoning communist threat in Central America and soon finds himself in charge of one of the biggest covert CIA operations in the history of the United States that spawned the birth of the Medellin cartel and eventually almost brought down the Reagan White House with the Iran Contra scandal.

Rating: 8/10
Genre: Drama, Mystery & Suspense
Directed By: Doug Liman
Runtime: 115 minutes
Studio: Universal Pictures

MAIN CAST:

Tom Cruise 
as Barry Seal

Domhnall Gleeson 
as Monty Schafer

Sarah Wright 
as Lucy Seal

This movie is a very interesting one. It evolves in the life of Barry Seal that is a talented pilot who got trapped in both cartel and political worlds. This claimed to be based on a true story and I would say this is, in fact, a real story. I love how this tackle the government system of America that represents all the other countries in the world, corrupt and futile. This is definitely a must watch.

I don't want to spoil you guys but this is literally a life of a person who lavishes money and got no other places to store them. I don't want to spoil you guys but I just want to say that just GO and WATCH IT!

GO AND WATCH IT!!!!!

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Yes Bes!

Murang Mura lang po talaga sa Thailand. As in sobrang mura! Kaya ewan ko nlang kung may excuse ka pa! Pareho lang po siya almost sa Philippines depende kung anong klaseng traveler ka. Either Tourist - Sosyalin or Backpacker - Cowboy ka! Here is my very matipid tip to your next trip to Thailand.

Day 1: Arrival (4pm)
Meal: Dinner

I am flying from Hanoi so I didn't include the airfare in this guide. So pag land sa Suvarnabhumi, go directly to the Immigration Area. Don't forget to fill - up the immigration form na makikita mo dun sa aisle. Note that sobrang dami ng tourist sa Thailand so mahaba talaga ang pila. Patience is a virtue! Pagkatapos ng immigration, just go straight to the exit and ask sa mga tao dun kung san yung sa Airport Link. Bibili ng ticket, actually token siya. I went to Ratchaparop - the train station nearest to my hostel.

To go to the city center, the best and cheapest way is to take the Airport Link. I stayed in a Hostel called MASCOT Hostel. It is owned and managed by Filipinos so masaya dun. Room rates nila sanges from 4 - 7 USD depende sa time of the day. Please take note na dorm rooms po ito. Meron din silang private rooms but Tipid Tips to diba?

Airport Link - Ratchaparop (Train Station a minute walk from the hostel) = 40 THB (Thai Baht)

Medyo inabot na aq ng almost 7pm sa hostel kasi medyo mahaba pila sa immigration. Pahinga ng slight, ligo and then hanap ng food which is just around the area. Mura lang po pagkain dito 30 - 70 THB lang po. Ang sasarap pa. Spicy but sobrang sarap!

Dinner - 1Meal - 50THB with Coke 9:) 

After dinner is naglibot na ako sa malapit na Night Market na parang sa Divisoria so imagine kung gaano ka mura. Namili na aq ng mga pasalubong na keychain and enjoyed a bottle of beer before heading back to my hostel.

Keychain = 25THB 1 Pack Beer = 20 THB

Day 2: Grand Palace and Wat Pho
Meal: Lunch and Dinner

GRAND PALACE

Breakfast is served in the hostel for free. So see? Mura lang talaga. Today will be the main "gala" day! Grand Palace and Wat Pho are the most important destinations sa Bangkok so yun lang yung plano kong pinuntahan. Note that dapat maaga sa Grand Palace kasi sobrang daming tao! I mean sobrang dami! The gate opens at 8am but most of the time open na siya ng 7:30PM so ayun! Sobrang amazing ng Grand Palace so I don't want to spoil nlang and wala aq masyado pics.It will take half day para malibot ang the whole palace! I went there through uber and it is just 100THB.

Note: No Shorts, No sleeveless and NO Short Skirts There are available sarong naman but sayang din ang pambili so better na well - informed.

Mascot Hostel - Golden Palace = 100THB (98.something) UBER x 2
Lunch= 50THB 
Golden Palace Entrance Fee + 500THB

WAT PHO

Before heading to Wat Pho, I decided to take a short break for lunch. There are a lot of small restaurants around the area. There are expensive ones and reasonably priced restaurants.After lunch, gora na sa Wat Pho! This is my next stop. WAT PHO. It is just a walking distance from the Golden Palace so lakad-lakad din pag may time. yung mga mahilig mag heels diyan, dios mi. Pag backpacker po wag masyado umarte. Mag tsinelas or kahit anong flats. Wag mag heels! Vietnamese? LolWat Pho is where the leaning Buddha is.

ENTRANCE = 100 THB

KHAOSAN ROAD

Natapos ng mga 4pm and tulog lang pagdating ng hostel tulog! Tulog until 7pm and then diretso na sa Khaosan Road. Khaosan Road is like the Red District of Bangkok! Nightlife kung Nightlife. Parang Makati Ave with Baclaran vendors. Masaya but medyo maingay masyado din. I had dinner around Khaosan and then grabbed some drinks until 11pm.  Uwi then tulog!

Mascot Hotel - Khaosan Road = 100 THB
Dinner: 100THB

Day 3: Departure
Meal: Breakfast (I chose to eat out)

Free breakfast but nag inarte aq dito so ayun kumain sa labas! After breakfast, headed back to the hotel and packed up for my flight back to Hanoi.

Mascot - Airport = 40 THB (Airport Link)

My point is, don't hesitate to travel. Mas mahal pa yung sapatos mo keysa sa gagastusin mo ehh. Nka-iphone kpa! The best thing about traveling is mas nagiging open ka sa mga bagay and possibilities sa buhay. I am not rich. Kailangan lang magtravel para sa visa. At first, I was skeptical kasi mahal, kasi ganito. Antay - antay lang ng SALE beh! Mkakapunta ka din ng Bangkok!

PS: My ticket from Hanoi to Bangkok is just around 20USD :) Ang saya dba?

TOTAL EXPENSES:
Hostel : 6USD per Night (2Nights) = 250THB

Day 1 :
Airport - Hostel = 40THB
Dinner = 50THB
Souveneir = 25 THB

Day 2:
Hostel - Grand Palace - 100 THB
Golden Palace Entrance = 500THB
Lunch = 50THB
Wat Pho Entrance Fee = 100THB
Wat Pho - Hostel 100THB
Hostel - Khaosan = 100
Dinner and Drinks = 200THB

Day 3:
Breakfast = 35THB
Hostel - Airport = 40THB

TOTAL : 1740 THB or 2663.79PHP

Change is for drinks and some other things that I forgot to mention.

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SAWADEE KA!

"Hello" in Thailand. This is a simple greeting that meet you almost everywhere in Thailand. People literally says "Sawadee Ka" even in the entrance of a washroom. Thai people are generally nice and friendly. They will go out their way to help you in simple ways they can. Marami din na alam mu na, but it's everywhere. I just so happened to be lucky to have meet good ones.

I have been to Thailand # times already and I never get tired of coming back there. The food, the people, the endless surprises it offers and the fact that it is the most recommended place to travel outside Vietnam. I gained experience in finding the cheapest way possible to travelling Bangkok, Thailand and here are my Top 3 Ways To Travel Cheap in Bangkok, Thailand.

1. Take the Airport Train

I am impressed by the transportation system in Bangkok to be honest (The same with Malaysia). This is very convenient to all passengers. One way of getting away from the dreadful traffic and of course to save a lot of money. The Airport Link Only costs 35 - 45 Up to the last stop and you can get to anywhere from there.





2. Stay in a Hostel

If you're here for budget travel tips, then listen up: stay in a hostel! Hostels are perfect for those who enjoy meeting new people and immersing themselves in a lively atmosphere. Luckily, Bangkok is filled with hostels catering to every budget.





In a typical hostel, you'll have your own bed in a room shared with 6-8 other travelers. If you're lucky, you might even have your own locker with a lock. Most hostels also offer complimentary breakfast, along with amenities like Wi-Fi and TV. One hostel I highly recommend is the Mascot Hostel, located just a few meters away from the Airport Link Station. The rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, and the prices are affordable. Here's the link to their website! For my Filipino readers, PINOY po ang may-ari at ang nasa reception!

 
3. Don't be afraid to try local Street Vendors

When it comes to food, Thailand is unparalleled. Oh, how I love the culinary delights of this country! It's safe for foreigners to indulge in street food, as Thailand maintains high cleanliness standards. Of course, it's always a good idea to have necessary vaccinations before traveling.




Be sure to try "Sticky Rice," Pad Thai, and the fresh orange juice sold along the streets. It's a refreshingly delicious experience! There are countless other dishes to sample, though I must admit, I've forgotten the names of many due to their sheer variety. Just a heads up: you might gain a few pounds after your vacation!


4. Walk

Yes, you read that right - walk! In a city like Bangkok, even short distances can become costly due to traffic and tourist pricing. Walking not only saves money but also offers a unique perspective of the city's daily life. Just make sure to wear comfortable shoes or flats before embarking on your walking adventure!

I hope you find these tips helpful for your upcoming trip to Bangkok! Stay tuned as I'll be updating with more tips and recommendations in the future. Safe travels and enjoy your time exploring this incredible city!

 
Warm Regards,

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