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Shanghai Stadium – a multi-purpose marvel

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Found near to the Shanghai Indoor Stadium and fondly referred to as the ‘80,000 people’s stadium’, Shanghai Stadium is the home ground of the Chinese Super League team, Shanghai East Asia. This multi-purpose stadium was built in 1997 and a visit to the area is a must do for the ardent football fan. Out of the many serviced apartments Shanghai possesses, a stay at the Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai will be truly memorable for it offers the most sought after accommodation Shanghai has to offer.

The area was used for preliminary football matches as part of the 2008 Olympic Games while being regarded as the 3rd largest stadium in China after the Beijing National Stadium and Guangdong Olympic Stadium. Shanghai Stadium was christened with the 8th National Games of the People’s Republic of China which was held in 1997.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Surf in Kuta – An exhilarating experience

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If Kuta is known for something, that is its rolling blue green waves, sparkling white sands and the amount of beach based fun that one could have in the sun. Surfing being amongst one of them, look for a luxury hotel Group that offers quality accommodation to reap the full benefits of the experience.   COMO Hotels and Resorts is a recommended award winning hotel that offers you a home away from home affording you luxuries that would send you swooning. The Kuta Beach has an exposed beach break that has a reliable surf. The best time for surfing would be during the dry season which falls between May to October. The best winds come from the east northeast, allowing the surfers a titillating surfing experience not to be had anywhere before. Revel in the atmosphere of the swaying palm trees, the perfumed sea breeze as you let yourself sail away on the backs of these formidable waves, rushing towards the shore like a group of galloping horses. The beach breaks offer lefts and rights, allowing the surfers to surf with much ease.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Wembley Stadium – the home of English football

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From Live Earth concerts, Olympic football matches to World Cup finals, Wembley Stadium located in Wembley Park, London, England is by far the country’s most celebrated sporting centres. Regarded as the 2nd largest stadium in Europe after the Nou Camp in Barcelona, Wembley is indeed a place worth visiting. Looking for a central London hotel? Then the Metropolitan London which is a famed London luxury hotel will be your starting point from where you can discover this monumental football park.


The Old Wembley which was demolished in 2003 was then reconstructed and was officially unveiled on 9th March 2007 in time for the 2007 FA Cup Final. The stadium has also hosted Europe’s showpiece football event which is the Champions League in 2011 and 2013. This 90 seat stadium is also scheduled to be the venue for a few matches as part of the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Surfing in Bangkok – Flow Rider

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If you are holidaying in the Thai capital and think that surfing is an activity that can only be experienced at the coast, then you are in for a pleasant surprise when you pay a visit to Flow Rider! While this fun attraction offers a whole new experience when in the city, make sure you also plan a sightseeing Bangkok cruise tour. Anantara Cruises Thailand offers such Bangkok cruises that take you along the Chao Phraya River and past some of the city’s most well known landmarks.

For some fun on the waves (the artificial kind!) head to Flow Rider which can be found in the heart of the city on Sukhumvhit 26, across from K-Village. Combining elements of wakeboarding and surfing, this popular attraction features an artificial wave machine where you can experience the thrill of riding the waves. A great place to try a variety of “tricks” on your board, this site offers plenty of fun for young and old alike. There is a kid’s pool and bar serving drinks and snacks too, making Flow Rider an ideal spot to visit with the entire family.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

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