Magazine Article First Draft

Here is my first draft for my article magazine

Research and planning in this document: 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VrmsKYCFxUH0Qe93Kyh-7F1DphFHZ9nVz4-_8wYcVq0/edit?usp=sharing

My first draft for my articles is done and I think that these 2 stories might be enough for my double-page spread idea? I think I might need to think about that more. I somehow really enjoyed making this article, maybe because it was based on my past experiences. What I find difficult here is trying to use the author's voice as in using their writing style. I needed to keep referencing my article back to his work to make sure I used the right words if he were to write it. I think in the future I might make significant changes to match the images and content I would like to put in the magazine.

Japan’s Fun Adventures

An Adventure into the Movies

A Must-Visit in Osaka ←picked

Post-pandemic in early autumn 2022, I spent about two weeks in the middle of Japan’s city of Osaka with my family. On the second day of our stay, my grandchildren really wanted to visit Universal Studios Japan (USJ) as it was her first time coming to this country. That morning we got ready, booked our tickets and utilized the Osaka Train Loop Line to quickly reach our destination. Japan’s highly effective train system allowed us to reach USJ within just 7 minutes.

Upon arriving at the Universal Studios train station, we got out to the platform, and the entire place was swarmed by people wanting to have fun. Teenagers, adults and even an entire school of toddlers came here to enjoy a Friday. The locals were all dressed in costumes and merchandise from USJ and lots of people wore bright colours that matched with their friends. The station was fully covered with them, and people from Japan were really fast walkers - we reached the back end of the crowd - but getting into the theme park was very quick with Japan’s modern and efficient technology. 

Entering the gates to USJ was really stressful as there was just so much to try. We were all confused about where to go first - so my family decided to split up so we could try everything! The theme park featured attractions and themed locations from famous Universal Studios movies like Harry Potter, Spiderman, Jurassic World and so much more.  

My granddaughter really enjoyed the Harry Potter section of the theme park, and honestly, I agree. This area of the theme park was as if Hogwarts came out of the movie itself - replicated just like how it was shown in the movie. We get to actually go into the castle while queuing in line, and the interiors of the castle have incredible, precise details that match what we see on screen. The food there was also really delicious, and the food in movies was somehow replicated - one of my personal recommendations is the butterbeer in Harry Potter. 

We spent the whole day there and it was really worth it. We tried all sorts of immersive experiences and exciting rides that aligned with movie themes - it was as if we experienced these movies for ourselves. The whole day we also looked out for shows and parades that were all filled with enjoyment. Also, make sure to stay until nightfall as the whole theme park has a different atmosphere; all the lights and signs really made the park feel more magical. 

However we had one major problem though, what troubles us is the queuing time for the attractions. The large amount of people meant that we could wait for up to two whole hours for just a single ride and it was just really inconvenient waiting for these lines. In the middle of the day, we were tired of waiting and just went to buy the express pass to skip the annoying waiting times. 

In the end, our day in USJ was just unforgettable. All the rides and sightseeing accompanied by delicious food made this trip to Osaka so much fun, it was worth a day. We bought so much merchandise here just so we could remember to come back. If you’re ever planning a trip to Osaka or Japan; you must come here to Universal Studios - you will definitely make lots of memories here.

Mini Article - Food Diary?

In Dottonburi, we visited some of the most delicious restaurants here in Osaka. We visited a well-known sushi restaurant called Sushizanmai where we ordered a Blue-Fin Tuna Sashimi. 

Eating here made my first sashimi experience unforgettable. They served really good, fresh fish accompanied by freshly grated, savoury wasabi. I would really recommend this place for trying out sashimi. 

Dottonburi also offered many different types of delicious sweet and savoury snacks like the mozzarella 10 yen pancake, melon bread ice scream and roasted king crab. 

Don’t bother eating a full-course meal when there's so much different food like this to eat! There were too many things to try and we could only eat so little! I think I might need to come back here to eat some more local dishes. 

Post Edit The article I have prepared does not align with my photoshoot plans for the double-page spread. I have made a new article for the new content of my double-page spread. I am making this decision due to my Japan pictures not being enough for the double-paged spread; therefore I have remade the article.

Here is my new magazine article

Reflection My second article draft is finished and I think this article will not fit with my magazine-themed Indonesia. Creating an article the second time took lots of my time and I feel very exhausted doing it. Writing it, however, was a little easier as I chose to use a 3rd person so that I could have written it without the voice of an author. The ideas for writing this article were also easier to gather as I have also used my own personal experiences for the content inside the article.

Nestled amidst the azure waters of Bali, a small island sits atop vibrant reefs, pristine beaches & rich local culture. A land which offers a peaceful getaway, a pocket of tranquillity away from the busy bustling of mainland Bali & the fast-moving world. Nusa Lembongan provides people with a chance to be further embraced by nature. In Lembongan, you can truly experience a hidden patch of pure nature, where the Manta rays fly & the fish swim unbothered by human activities, a hidden gem of Bali, a versatile place where you can relax or get a rush of adrenaline, it is a place to create memories that can last a lifetime.

Well, if you’re ready to experience a wonder that shelters itself under the surface of the water, then grab your snorkels or diving gear and dive straight down to the glassy waters of Nusa Lembongan’s surrounding seas, swim with the glittering fishes, graceful mantas or even the infamous mola-mola fish at kaleidoscopic coral gardens besides that, you could even catch a rare glimpse of elusive marine life! In places like the right outside the northwestern coast of Lembongan, you can really see the true biodiversity of the island, and just the pure amount of sights you can see in that one location surely gives plenty of reasons for snorkelers & divers alike to go take a dip, but maybe you’re not a seasoned diver and have never even touched a snorkel, many many helpful experienced locals have spent their lives by the Lembongan sea, so there are many stores and specialized instructor services by the coast where you can grasp the basics and take in the view of the blue landscape. Apart from that, if you do want to go diving or snorkelling but bringing the gear might be too much of a hassle, there are countless rental shops ready to lend high-quality gear for you to experience the ocean.

Maybe the side of the ocean under its surface is not for you and you want to seek some thrill & action, well have no worries as Lembongan isn’t known as a surfer’s paradise for no reason and that’s no small feat as mainland Bali is directly next to it. In fact, Lembongan even has an iconic named wave tied to the area, the iconic shipwrecks wave, a long right-hander wave perfect for a killer time with your board. However, if you’re no surf expert but want to learn how Lembongan is also a great place to start learning as you can take classes or get some general guidance from reputable instructors who have known the area & the waves for a long time, and maybe they might let you in on a local secret or something, who knows?. Other than that, if surfing isn’t up your alley, then there are a plethora of water sports services on the island, whether it’d be for some simple kayaking or jet skiing, that’s not to mention you can always visit Bali or neighbouring Nusa Penida to do some activities there like paragliding and other extreme water sports.

Even if you’re not trying to chase adrenaline or step into a deep nature trance, you can also just enjoy the unique and complex culture of Bali & Lembongan. Immerse yourself in the culture by watching truly authentic traditional performances & ceremonies or even savouring the delicious Balinese food! Lembongan has many places to observe & preserve the authentic Balinese culture. So by the time you happen to finish your daytime activities, you can embark on a culinary journey down the island’s busy night markets or beachside restaurants, with fresh ingredients straight from the source, not from any old imported ingredients. In addition to that, you can sit back & relax in one of many resorts where you can simply unwind, Lembongan has many places where you can take a leisurely stroll along the tranquil coast or try out different wellness rituals to help yourself find your inner peace.

So, it can definitely be said that Lembongan’s natural beauty & thrilling seaside nature surely provide endless opportunities for adventure or relaxation. Tranquil escape, thrilling water sports or simply some cultural immersion in a special part of the world, Lembongan’s shores have lots to offer, so who knows, it might be time to start packing and leave your worries behind to embark on an exploration of an enchanting island.