Singapore- To Do (25Mar25) Interairport SE Asia at MBS

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Interairport SE Asia @ MBS

Fun free to enter exhibition that shows you the companies behind the much seen things around airports and contracts they have with Changi.

*Interesting concept. The talk is done in Vietnamese but they have live audible translation/subtitles via the QR Code*

The vendors who have contracts with Changi Airport. 

*Some of the Greenery in the airport T2/T3 are maintained and supplied by SINGRASS*

*Seemed affordable at USD30/sqm for high durability high-pile carpets till you hear the minmum order. That's where they get you.*

*Area lighting from the UK. About 150K USD/Post.*

*Beware of Jet Blast. A basic panel goes for about 120K USD*

*The good people at Mastermark who do more in-depth studies on Bird strikes for Changi Airport. Looking to the bird's diets and working to target reduce and make Changi a less desirable place for these birds to come to. Dawn and dusk are the highest risks for a potential bird strike to occur. Really great insights and wonderful sharing to the more detailed and good work these folks do.*

Some of the more interesting products that companies are pushing for to increase productivity and thus reducing costs.

*Reducing engine cooling so that the necessary checks and
maintenance actions maybe done by the ground crew. 120K USD/unit*

*Sustainability*

*FAA Approved 3D Printing for parts replacements. Reducing minimum order requirements and shipment and time lag between.*

Familiar and fun to see up close. 

All-in-all good fun and would recommend to register to explore for any aviation enthusiast. 

Munich - To Do 16Mar25 (St, Michael, The Asamkirche, The Glockenspiel, St Peter, Nymphenburg Palace)

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St.Michael

St. Michael's Church (built between 1583-1597) in Munich is the largest Renaissance style church north of the Alps, the resting place of King Ludwig II, the "Mad King" who built Neuschwanstein Castle (click here for day tour details) and remains a legendary Bavarian figure. It is also a symbol of Bavaria's Counter-Reformation. Unfortunately the catacomb visits weren't open but check it next time!

About King Ludwig II, 

King Ludwig II of Bavaria, known as the "Mad King," was a reclusive monarch famous for building extravagant castles like Neuschwanstein (Click here for tour write up) . His obsession with art and opera led to financial troubles, and he was deposed for alleged mental illness before mysteriously dying in 1886.
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The Asamkirche

The Asamkirche was built as a private chapel by the Asam brothers, features stunning Baroque illusions, and its design symbolizes a spiritual journey—earthly suffering in the darker lower section and divine glory in the bright, heavenly ceiling fresco.

You maybe interested in these other Churches to check out for their architectural beauty and exploration. These are my top recommendations by far. Each having their own unique charm as well as significance both in pop culture and history.

- Milan - Duomo (You can walk the roof top of the Cathedral)
- Milan - Free to enter Santuario di San Bernardino alle Ossa- Ossuary (An ossuary is a repository or storage place for human skeletal remains.
- Paris - La Basilique du Sacré Cœur (Finale Scene of John Wick 4)

- Frankfurt Red bricked Cathedral

- Barcelona - Sagrada Família ( A mix of light and stained glass. The duration of renovations and construction has spanned well over a hundred years)

- Cologne - Cologne Cathedral (Giving off LOTR Vibes)

- Rome - Vatican City Sistine Chapel, Saint Bascilica
- New York City - Trinity Church

The Glockenspiel

The Glockenspiel in Marienplatz, Munich, rings daily at 11 AM and 12 PM, with an extra 5 PM show from March to October. The performance lasts 12–15 minutes.
Click here for original posting on the square it self.

Did you know?

The Glockenspiel in Munich’s Marienplatz features life-sized moving figures that re-enact two historical scenes:
- The 1568 wedding of Duke Wilhelm V and Renata of Lorraine, complete with a jousting tournament
- The Schäfflerstanz (Coopers' Dance), a tradition said to have originated after the 1517 plague (black death) to lift the city's spirits.
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St Peter

A unique stand-out at St Peter's is Saint Munditia’s jewel-adorned skeleton rests in a glass shrine at the Church. A Christian martyr and patron saint of spinsters, her remains were brought from the Roman catacombs in the 17th century.

There are many churches which do the same in different formats.

You might also interested in this free to enter Ossuary (A place used to store human bones as the burial grounds are full) , Santuario di San Bernardino alle Ossa in Milan
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Nymphenburg Palace
€16 for combination ticket. 

The place is essentially divided into three areas. (Two ticketed areas. The main palace, the stables and the palace grounds which are free to enter)
Nymphenburg Palace, the birthplace of King Ludwig II, is one of Europe’s largest palace complexes in Europe.

The Main Palace (Ticketed)

Its Great Hall inspired Versailles' Hall of Mirrors (Paris), and its gardens feature canals, fountains, and mini palaces like Amalienburg.

*The royal bedroom*

(Ticked stables area)

The second ticketed area is outside the main entrance on the right where the clock tower is. The Marstallmuseum showcases royal carriages, including Ludwig II’s extravagant sleighs.

*The carriages were incredibly impressive with their detailing and sheer size.
What a visual treat.*

The porcelain section located on the upper floor.

*Doesn't that look like Jean Claude Van Damme*

(The Free to enter palace ground itself)

The place is a good 2-3hour worth of exploration. It was nice that the surrounding forest had bird houses randomly hanging on the trees to encourage wild life to make a home. The main highlights were definitely the great hall as well as the opulent sleights and carriages. Amazing!

If you love these style of rooms and opulence, you may also be interested in the checking out Residenz Muchen located in the heart of the city

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Munich - To Eat 16Mar25 (Mun Mun Thai Cooking)

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Mun Mun Thai Cooking

Finally getting the opportunity to this popular Thai joint and it did not disappoint. The seating is a little small and can't accommodate large group seating. At near full strength of 13pax, we were split 7-3-3. The place was still packed at 1500hrs and that's the crowd on a Sunday.

Ordered On:
16Mar25
Recommended order by regulars: E2
Crispy Fried duck with red curry, Thai Basil, vegetables and rice €22. x7
Drinks like Beers and Radlers go for about €4.50

*A fusion of Thai and German. The duck wasn't dry and nicely fried. What's great is the huge portions of fragrant vegetables that comes along with this very filling meal which would even for me be a meal and a half.*
H1 Gai Pad Bai Kaprau €19.50

*Great spice and was completely polished off*

H3 Gai pad King €19.50

*Their dipping sauce hits the spot!*
Food 4/5
*Authentic, European sized portions!*
Service 4/5
*Like any of the dipping sauces, just ask for it! They're cool about it and prompt to clear plates and bring ice to the table.*
Ambience 4/5
Value 3.5/5
*Not the cheapest but post-Covid, prices have gone up.

Great portions and nice atmosphere too! Great for small group eats and their Asian flavors are really spot on authentic. Would recommend when craving some Thai and if looking for some unique fusion of German and Thai, to try their Crispy fried duck with curry. Don't forget the table side condiments to up that spice level!

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Los Angeles - To Eat 01Mar25 (Lodge Bread Co, The Proud Bird)

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Lodge Bread Co

Researched to offer some of the best breakfast when in LA. They are most known for their sour dough bread, coffee cake and humongous cinnamon rolls (these are really huge and can feed 4 people). 

Ordered On:
01Mar25

*Stands out were their bread for sure and surprisingly their coffee was really good. The mugs kept them warm for much longer with excellent flavor. A really good pick me up for the day ahead.*
Food 4/5
Ambience 2.5/5
Its alright. The place gets crowded later and only has outdoor seating.
Service Na
Value 3/5
Fed all at about 27USD Each

Nice start to the day. There is another branch at Beverly Hills as well.
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The Proud Bird/Bluso's Bar-B-Que
(Look out point of RWY35L) 20mins walk/ 1.4km
Opens Daily but closes 7pm and 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Founded in 1967 near LAX, The Proud Bird is an aviation-themed restaurant that was renovated in 2017 into a modern food hall while preserving its historic aircraft displays and runway views. Think Marche (several food vendors and a Starbucks to boot).

This is a closer plane spotting spot than the other popular In-n-Out burger joint. 

*Excellent child friendly place with playground attached*

*They've got a Starbucks FYI!*

Ordered On:
02March25

1/2 Pound of Beef Brisket USD24, pork ribs USD20 and large BBQ Chicken Pizza. Sides of Mac & Cheese USD7, Coleslaw USD6 and Jalapeno Peppers USD7

Food 3./5
*Although the google rating for the BBQ smoke house wasn't that high, but it was a surprisingly, finger licking good! The beef brisket was tender and the ribs really comparable to famous ones like that of Cafe De Klos. Their BBQ sauce was excellent with a hint of heat. Thumbs up! The pizza and sides weren't much to scream about but it was overall very filling and enjoyed by all. 
Service NA
Ambience 4/5

*With the help of Flight Radar. 744 in the background.
 Planes, views and sunset. Would recommend*

*Request from the staff inside to have the gas pits lit so you can
enjoy the atmosphere outside.*
Value 3.5/5
Fed 5 at USD25/pax

Added bonus of plane spotting

*Bell X-1 in Orange was the first aircraft to break the sound barrier in level flight, on October 14, 1947. Captain Chuck Yeager, a US Air Force test pilot, was at the controls. *

*Arrivals on 24R and 25L*

A great family-friendly space for get togethers. Foods pretty decent and look out for their weekday specials. The road side walking can be a little tricky when night falls but its pretty quiet all the way to the diner with a foot path of fairly flat gravel on the side.

One can order from a selection of eats and just pick-up the after. Bonus on having a Starbucks within the compound and fantastic views of dual runway arrivals and departures. Worth to check out and will return next time!

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