[Travel] China Trip Day 6 : Mount Wuyi 武夷山 - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Mount Wuyi has been listed as a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site since 1999 for its rich cultural, scenic view and biodiversity values. This is also one of the most memorable place we went to during our 8 days China trip. We took a domestic flight to reach here from Xiamen. 

武夷山是联合国确定的世界自然与文化遗产，自古以＂奇秀甲东南＂著称。今天的行程将包括游山，玩水，看演出。

Jade Dragon Valley (玉龙谷)

We begin the day by climbing the Jade Dragon Valley to view the various waterfalls. It is said to take about 1,000 steps to reach the top. The air here is so fresh, it was a wonderful experience.  

The major waterfalls sighted here are Pearl Waterfall, Mulong Waterfall and Homesickness Waterfall.

第一站前往玉龙谷景区，位于武夷山风景区九曲溪上游，以壮观的瀑布群为特色。

When we were really close to the peak of the mountain, we were brought to enter Yulong Cave to view the Yulong Mining Relics. Didn't really take much photos inside as it was very dark inside and I was using my handphone as torch light. 

Welcome to an empty tea-house.

Felt so energize after the climb. 

Nine-Bend River (九曲溪)

Took a 1 hour 30 minutes bamboo raft ride at this Nine Bends River. Lots of photos on the picturesque scenic of the nine bends and eighteen turns. A pity that it was raining and we were all wet, cold and numb. A little point to take note here is to tip the bamboo rafting uncle well. One raft can accommodate 6 persons and the standard is to pay another RMB 20 each. Of course if you choose not to pay, the uncle will not tell you any stories and you will just ride in silence till you reach the destination. If you just give the tips, not only will the uncle share stories but will also help you take photos. At the fourth bend, there's actually holes on the mountain whereby coffins were kept inside. It's still a mystery of how they did it but scientifically it was mentioned that it could be due to the different water level years ago.   

Impression Da Hong Pao (印象大红袍)

At night, we bought the tickets to watch the performance of "Impression Da Hong Pao" which is directed by the renowned China director, Zhang Yimou. This is an outdoor musical performance in which the auditorium of 2,000 audiences is able to rotate 360-degree. Love how they are able to mix the light, colour and strong music with the real landscape as the stage and backdrop. No photos and videos taking allowed but there's still a lot of people holding their cameras up. 

There is a strong message that the director wants to convey to the audience through this musical and that is for the modern people to find inner peace. With everything so instantaneous and overload of information, we all need to slow down the city pace and be calm. Where do find a place to keep calm and get rid of the things that are bothering you? The mesmerizing Mount Wuyi is the place to be and while you are here, do enjoy a cup of Da Hong Pao tea. 

- PEACE ~ Be Calm in Your Heart -

[F&N] Coco Life - 100% Coconut Water, Straight From the Nut

Need a drink to cool down from Singapore's tropical summer heat?
Try this
 Coconut Water from Coco Life. 
(F&N's latest offerings of delicious beverages)

While each coconut may contain about 200ml to 1000ml of coconut water depending on its cultivar type and size, it is a tough nut to crack! That is why I really appreciate Coco Life striking blue packaged coconut water which is so convenient to savour the goodness of coconut water on-the-go. 

Coconut is prized for its husk, flesh and water and is a staple to the South-east Asian nations. Coconut water is much loved for its sweet and savoury taste as well as the nutritional benefits it provides. Rich in naturally-occurring electrolytes, coconut water is a delicious hydrating agent that refreshes the body. Its high potassium content is also believed to help in managing blood pressure. It is also said to boost the immune system with its anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. These, coupled with its vitamins, amino acids and antioxidant compositions, are reasons why coconut water is often touted as nature's super drink.

Like I've mentioned earlier, Coco Life offers the convenience of drinking coconut water extracted straight from the nut with no artificial flavours, it contains no fat, no cholesterol and hydrates naturally. To top it all, Coco Life is certifies as a Healthier Choice food by the Health Promotion Board. The taste of this coconut water is not as sweet as compared to those small Thailand coconut. This in turn makes it a better thirst quencher. For me, it would be even better if the juice comes with pulp but overall, I love the taste and the packaging.

Coco Life is available in a handy 330ml pack for $1.50 at major supermarkets and $2.30 at convenience stores. Try it for yourself.

[F&N] Grow Greatness with F&N MAGNOLIA - Updates

TGIF EVERYONE.

Throwback to 1st February 2015...

JAS JAS GROW GREATNESS DIARY DAY #9  

All life is a process. Everything begins in seed form and grows into an experience. Seeds fell on good soil, grew and bloom. Looking forward to the day my two plants bloom. 9 days into the seeds that I've planted and I can see the green leaves sprouting out. Really happy. If you are curious, here's the link to the post showing the first day of me planting the seeds in the F&N MAGNOLIA milk cartons. 

REDEEM A STYLISH ECO-FRIENDLY SHOPPING BAG 

For a limited period, with every purchase of two 1-litre pack of F&N MAGNOLIA, you can redeem a stylish, eco-friendly shopping bag! There are altogether six designs available and they can be redeemed at major supermarkets, hypermarkets and other participating outlets, only while stocks last. 

Thank you. Loving my blue eco-friendly bag. It's big enough to put lots of things and it's waterproof. 

JAS JAS GROW GREATNESS DIARY DAY #49

I have moved the two plants to my dad's workplace for more sunlight exposure. He's taking care of them on behalf of me now and would send me photos update frequently. 

 GROW GREATNESS DIARY INSTAGRAM CONTEST

Just to recap on the F&N Grow Greatness Diary Instagram Contest ending on 31st March 2015. To participate, simply upload photos of plants grown in the F&N MAGNOLIA FSC™ milk pack on instagram with the following hashtag: 

#fnnmagnolia  

#magnoliafsc 

#growgreatnessSG

Stand a chance to win a 3D2N family stay at eco-friendly Siloso Beach Resort at Sentosa. 

For more information, please visit F&N MAGNOLIA Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/MagnoliaSG

[Media Launch] LG's 2015 Ultra HD TV Lineup

LG Electronics (LG) unveils its leading edge 2015 TV Lineup today. It's an exciting showcase of a series of televisions featuring LG's game-changing Curved OLED 4K TV (65EC970T), SUPER UHD TV (UF950T), 105-inch CURVED ULTRA HD TV and 98-inch ULTRA HD TV.

LG 65 inch OLED 4K Ultra HD TV (Photo Credit : Todd Beltz)

FIRST IN THE WORLD TO INTRODUCE THE OLED TV WITH 4K RESLUTION

To bring viewing experience close to reality, LG boasts another of the market's most cutting edge technologies, by having organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) in ULTRA HD 4K quality. OLED technology generates its own light, allowing the displays to show a richer, brighter and more natural hues as well as perfect blacks. 

On the physical display front, LG continued to offer the curved screen TV which is both cinematic and stylish. It is supported by a flowing, leaf-shaped stand.  Despite being curved in shape, the TV can be wall mounted for installation flexibility. It is designed to accommodate wide viewing angles, so viewers sitting in any area of the room can enjoy exceptional picture quality.  

Audio wise, LG's multi-channel ULTRA SURROUND sound system creates a rich, detailed environment that brings entertainment immersion to the next level. This 65-inch LG OLED 4K TV has since received a lot of positive feedback around the world. Les Numeriques, one of France's first electronics review online magazines even give a five-star review. 

TV Model UF9500

SUPER UHD TV - SUPER COLOUR ENHANCEMENT

Joining LG's array of revolutionary TV models is UF950T, a SUPER UHD TV which is backed by LG's ColorPrime Technology. The ColorPrime technology, ULTRA Luminance, In-Plane Switching (IPS) panel and a SUPER Mastering Engine are the salient features.

ColorPrime Technology Comparison

LG's ColorPrime technology magnifies the range of colours that can be displayed on screen. It is capable of rendering a wider range of hues and shades, thus creating greater image depth and realism. The ULTRA Luminance technology improves the extended expression range of brightness with higher peaks and enhanced contrast ratio. Equipped with LG's IPS panel, the UF950T can render detailed images up to 178 degree viewing angles. In addition, the SUPER Mastering Engine optimizes the settings of the TV to boost picture quality to premium, cinema-like levels. 

On the physical display wise, it is designed to be compact and beautiful with a razor-thin, 8.5mm ULTRA Slim display. The TV is supported by the Auditorium Stand, which doubles up as a sound reflector to centralize the sound output. LG has once again teamed up with harman/kardon for their sound system. 

ENHANCED USER EXPERIENCE VIA WEB OS 2.0

webOS 2.0 is available in selected LG's 2015 OLED 4K TVs and ULTRA HD 4K TVs, the latest version of LG's advanced smart TV platform. This new platform is faster with reduced boot time , delivers a simpler and more intuitive experience by allowing users to optimize menus on the Launcher Bar, making it easier than ever to add and delete favourite contents. 

105-INCH CURVED ULTRA HD TV

LG 105inch Ultra HD Curved 5K TV (Photo Credit : Todd Beltz)

I was awed by the introduction of this 105-inch ULTRA HD TV (105UC9T) with 5K resolution. With a resolution of over 11 million pixels (5120 x 2160) and CinemaScope 21:9 aspect ratio, the immense screen of this TV turns any room into a movie theater. Can't help but keep staring at this big screen. 

(Photo Credit : Todd Beltz)

LG OLED 65inch 4K Ultra HD TV, Content Partnership with One FC.

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EXPERIENCE "FLOWING SOUND" WITH LG SMART AUDIO WIRELESS MULTI-ROOM SOLUTION

LG Music Flow Speakers (Photo Credit : Todd Beltz)

Beside the TV showcase, we were also shown a short demonstration of LG's all-new LG Music Flow speakers in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. A unique features of the Wi-Fi series is the LG Music Flow Player app which gives user full access and complete control of their digital music collections. There is even a Mood Station feature on the app that provide recommendations or automatically create a playlist to create a certain ambience. 

ROOM TO ROOM SEAMLESS MUSIC PLAYBACK WITH LG MUSIC FLOW SPEAKERS 

LG Music Flow Speakers with WiFi or Bluetooth (Photo Credit : Todd Beltz)

Music Flow uses LG's Range-of-Flow™ technology to automatically play music from mobile devices. Simply bring your device within one foot of the speaker and music playing on the device will start to play on the speaker. User now can listen to music on the speakers without interruption as they travel from room to room. By simply adding multiple speakers, users can employ Multi-room Mode to seamlessly play the same song across all connected speakers during parties or a different song in each room when family members are home. This is a good features for those whose house are  big but don't try to scare your guests by automatically play the music out loud.  

For more information on the LG TV and audio products, 

please visit : www.lg.com/sg.

[Media Launch] Dell Venue 8 7000 Series Android™ Tablet Lands in Singapore

Dell announced the availability of its Venue 8 7000 Series tablet at the launch event held at Art Plural Gallery today. First unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) last September, the much anticipated tablet features a series of 'firsts' in both its design and features. 

Pushing the boundaries of DESIGN 

The Venue 8 is the World's thinnest tablet at only 6mm (Based on Dell internal analysis performed July 2014) and this has take razor thin to a whole new level. It also features the best tablet display available today with a stunning 8.4-inch OLED infinity edge-to-edge display that provides sharper viewing from all angles. This is further enhanced with the tablet's vivid 2560 x 1600 resolution which delivers crystal clear images for better user experience.

Based on Android 4.4 "Kit Kat" OS, the Venue 8 drives performance with the latest Intel® Atom™ processor Z3500 series, allowing for faster web browsing and photo editing. Users can also enjoy an immersive audio experience through the tablet's premium audio technology from MAXXAudio Waves and its front-firing stereos. 

Dell and Intel Executives

"Dell is at the forefront of introducing innovative solutions which fulfill users' need to combine work and play in a single device. With its sleek form factor, revolutionary camera and features that bring greater productivity, the Venue 8 fulfills Dell's commitment to deliver only the most cutting edge technologies to professionals," said Harjeet Singh Rekhi, general manager for Client Solutions, Dell South Asia. (Center in the photo)

A new dimension to DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Now, I'm going to share with you guys one feature of Venue 8 that really amazed me very much and that is their camera feature. The Venue 8 is the FIRST tablet to integrate the Intel® RealSense™ Snapshot Depth Camera. This really brings photography to a new dimension as the camera will captures a high-definition depth map for every picture taken. 

The tablet has an 8MP main camera and two 720P cameras separated by 80cm that capture a stereoscopic image with every photograph. This means users like me who loves to take photos have the flexibility when it comes to editing the photos. I can now change the brightness of either a foreground object or a background object instead of the whole photo! I can also refocus on any part of the picture. Not only that, they will be able to do simple linear or area measurements with a photo, like measure the length of a sofa or the area of a room. This would be most useful when it comes to interior designing. Photos are automatically sorted by timeline, geography or facial recognition. 

Not sure what I'm taking about, watch this video below for a clearer explanation! 

I'm truly impressed! 

Enhance productivity with an ecosystem of ACCESSORIES

Dell's ecosystem of accessories enhances the experience of the Venue 8 be it for work or play. The Dell Venue 8 Folio provides protection in an elegant frame that enhances the tablet's sleek design. The Dell Venue 8 Keyboard Folio, a slim and lightweight wireless keyboard makes replying to emails or editing documents easier. 

2015 CES Innovation Award BEST of Innovation Honoree

The Venue 8 is now available at S$659 with the Dell Venue Folio and at S$699 with the Dell Venue Keyboard Folio. 

For more information, please visit www.dell.com.

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As the launch event was held at this Art Gallery, I also took this opportunity to take some photos of the artworks as well as create our own artistic photos. Enjoy!

Posing far apart.

#WithMyBloggerFriends - Meryl, Shu Qing, Chewyjas, Jessie 

Thanks a lot for the invitation as well as the buffet spread.