What Can You Do While in London?- A Travel Post for Filipino Tourists

What to do in London- 

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4 of the Best Sports Attraction Sightseeing Tours You Should Go On

Sports is of great importance in the United Kingdom and the beautiful city of London is the home of some of the most popular and no doubt greatest sporting venues in the world. These venues have hosted many renowned and acclaimed athletic championships for decades. If you are a sports fan or even just a tourist that wants to go sightseeing, The Pinoy Inquisitor recommends these 4 sports attraction sightseeing tours that will undoubtedly provide much information on the rich history of sports in the capital of the UK.

Wembley Tours

The Wembley Stadium is one of Europe's largest and most prestigious sports stadiums and music venues, housing a whopping 90,000 seats. Considered as the home of sports legends, the Iconic Arch pays tribute to these athletic heroes, standing proudly high up into the sky. This is a destination that is highly recommended for you and your family.

This 75-minute tour of the Wembley Stadium is a Visit England approved Quality Assured Attraction and provides you with a fully guided tour which features Wembley Stadium's most exclusive locations such as the Players Tunnel, the England Dressing Room, and the Press Room and you will be provided access to Wembley's most prized historical treasures: the Jules Rimet Trophy, the original flag from London's 1948 Olympic Games, the 1966 World Cup crossbar, and a replica representation of the Emirates FA Cup.

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Featured Activities of the Wembley tour

• Catch a glimpse of the history of Wembley Stadium in the England Dressing Room
• Feel how it is to be the Manager by taking the Manager's Hot seat in the Press Room
• Get your hands on the Emirates FA Cup (replica)
• Enjoy the view from the Manager's benches and take your photos with the best views of the stadium
• Recieve a free souvenir at the end of the tour

For more details and ticket prices, log on to www.wembleystadium.com

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum Tour

Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is thus the most prestigious. It is held every year at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club since the first championships in 1877.

Located also at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum which is the world's largest tennis museum.The tour lasts for 90 minutes and led by London's Blue Badge Guides and provides its guests with access to Court No.1, the Press Interview Room,  and the Centre Court.

Featured activities of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum Tour:

• John McEnroe's Ghost: In the usual "off-limits" areas, visitors will be accompanied by world-renowned tennis player John McEnroe where he reminisces about the good old days.
• Centre Court 360
• The Whites of Wimbledon
• The museum's Cinema

For more information, visit www.wimbledon.com

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World Rugby Museum and Twickenham Stadium Tours

The newly re-opened World Rugby Museum in the South Stand of Twickenham Stadium houses 37,000 pieces of rugby memorabilia such as balls, jerseys, boots, books, match-tickets, and programmes. Rugby is a native sport of England as the sport is named after its birthplace Rugby, Warwickshire located in England.

Featured Exhibits:

• Twickenham Hall of Fame
• The World of Rugby
• The Birth of Rugby

For ticket inquiry, visit www.worldrugbymuseum.com

Lord's Tour

The Tour of Lord's is a 100-minute tour that takes you to the luscious grounds of the Home of Cricket where visitors can go behind the scenes of this elite sport and uncover the famous sights and artifacts of cricket.

Featured Activities:

• See the famous Ashes Urn and Prudential Trophy
• Honor legends of the glorious sport of cricket on the Honours Board
• Visit the Long Room
• Explore featured exhibits such as The Future of Lord's: Sir Pelham Warner and the Warner Stand

For more details on the Lord's Tour, log in to their official website www.lords.org

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Smoothie Your Way Through London

Exploring London can get you thirsty (and maybe hungry) most especially if you have walked for miles checking out the greatest sights, the trendiest places, and the most famous landmarks and monuments. Don't worry, you won't die of thirst (nor hunger) because London is home to the best smoothie bars. So if you need a breather and refreshing and healthy drink, stop by at the west end of London where you can find a chain of smoothie bars to your liking.

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Natural Kitchen

If you happen to be checking out Tower of London and Tower Bridge, drop by Natural Kitchen located at Trinity Square. Natural kitchen offers various choices of  "super smoothies" that include superfoods such as raw coconut oil and kale. Definitely, you'll be charged and ready to go for more after a super smoothie from the natural kitchen.

Joe and The Juice

With a number of branches in certain places in London, you may be able to find this smoothie bar without problems. Joe and the Juice offer smoothies made of fresh organic produce that will quench your thirst and boost your immune system. Top picks from Joe and the Juice are Joe's Green Mile (broccoli, spinach, apple, avocado, and lemon) and the Energizer (red grapefruit, ginger, and apple). Joe's smoothie bars have a relaxed atmosphere where you can "chill" for a bit and give your tootsies some rest while sipping on some fresh goodness.

Supernatural

Do you want to make your own smoothie? Then, Supernatural is the smoothie bar you should go to. Although a few branches of Supernatural are popping up across the city, you may want to head to its flagship store located at the underground station of Canary Wharf. Here, you can get creative and opt for more protein in your smoothie if you want to. You can also try their best sellers such as #WonderWoman or # PassionCollada to take with you.

Elephant Juice Bar

Elephant Juice Bar offers smoothies that are so smooth and also offer patrons a chance to try seasonal concoctions based on local produced. During the week, you can find a stall of the Elephant Juice Bar at Whitecross Street Market but they have other pop-up stalls in certain parts of the city. A must-try from the Elephant Juice Bar is the Red Juice (beetroot, carrot, apple, and ginger).

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Pure

You won't have any trouble finding Pure while you are off sightseeing since Pure has outlets all over London. They serve smoothies from fresh produce delivered to them every day and there's a bonus- they serve food, too. Currently, a must-try from their smoothie menu list is Cherry Chia and a concoction of mango, coconut, ginger, spinach, and apple called the Vit-Hit. Yes, as the name implies, the Vit-Hit gives a big hit of vitamins that can boost your immunity to fight off fatigue.

Crussh

Last but not the least, Crussh. Located everywhere in the city, Crussh is the go-to place for a smoothie break. The offer a long menu of smoothies such as the exotic tasting Pineapple Pleasure and berry-packed Fat Burner. You are also allowed to change some of the usual ingredients to healthier ones. Whatever your choice may be at Crussh, you will not be disappointed.

Smoothies are a great way to get vitamins, quench your thirst, and charge up after trekking the city. These "snacks-on-the-go" is a healthier alternative to munching down on chips.

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10 Birthday Party Ideas While in London

Spending your birthday in London? Tired of the usual birthday party themes? Don't want to break the bank? Here are 10 Birthday Party Ideas that you, your friends or your family can do while in London.

1. Jack the Ripper Tour

This is a huge throwback party idea because you and your companions will be thrown all the way back to the 19th century of East London to solve the mystery of the known serial killer Jack the Ripper. As you and your guests explore London, you will be accompanied by ghosts that go bump in the night.

2. Luna Cinema Experience

Are you part of the lucky bunch that celebrates his/her birthday in the summer? Then, you can celebrate your birthday while watching movies underneath the vast sea of stars at the Luna Cinema Experience. Venues and movies are subject to change so join their mailing list to get updates.

3.Escape Rooms

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Up for a challenge? Do you and your companions do excellent work as a team? Then try Escape Rooms- 2 rooms, 1 way to escape, and a 1-hour deadline. Based on the popular Japanese board game, Escape Rooms is a thrilling game to play. Rest assured, all of you will feel quite satisfied with the experience.

4. Thames Tea Cruise

Fancy some afternoon tea and scones and a cruise on the River Thames for a more refined experience on your birthday?  Book your party on the Thames Tea Cruise for a 90-minute ride along the River Thames with all the tea, coffee, and pastries that you can drink and eat. Afternoon tea, relaxing atmosphere, breathtaking views...it can't get better than that.

5. Star Command Laser Tag

Would you prefer a kid party theme with a battle? Star Command Laser Tag is what you want. Groups of 20-25 are split into 2 teams that will battle with each other in a huge spaceship shaped arena. Advance booking and a minimum of 20 pax per group are required.

6.Cocktail Masterclass at the Lucky Voice

The Lucky Voice has 3 activities that you and your party can choose from: The Platinum Package, The Gold Package, and the Silver. Each activity allows everyone to make their own cocktails while sipping on them. The Platinum Package additionally serves pizza and food to complement your cocktails with a whopping 90-minute karaoke session to test the power of your voices. It's a great party idea to bond with a small group of people.

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7. Oxygen Freejumping

Stressed on your birthday? Need to release some of that pent-up steam? Try Oxygen Freejumping, a trampoline park, where you and your party can enjoy jumping all over the place. try your skills at somersaulting and air acrobats without the fear of hitting a hard surface. After releasing all that energy, you and your companions may want to go for a cocktail at the Lucky Voice.

8. Feng Shang Floating Restaurant

Want to spice up the usual fine dining experience? The Feng Shang Floating Restaurant, located at Primrose Hill, allows you to have a fine dining experience like no other. Rated as the best Open Table Dinner for romance and special occasions, the Feng Shang Princess boasts with the best Chinese cuisine, a romantic and relaxed atmosphere, with breathtaking views and great service. You will have an unforgettable experience at the Feng Shang Princess.

9. Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium

Want to have some purry pals as guests of honor at your party? A must-see is the Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium which is London's first ever cat cafe. Proud to be 2017 Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence Award Winner, this cafe offers great coffee, tea, and ever so friendly cats.If you decide to take your party here, you need to book in advance because this cafe is always in-demand.

10. Salsa Lessons at Bar Salsa

Want a great night of good music and dancing? Bar Salsa is the place to go. This bar is a host of live bands that play hip-moving music and salsa. Don't know how to salsa? They have experts that train you on the spot to get your hips swaying to the beat. Great music and great people always equals to a fun-filled party.


London is a beautiful city and wherever your feet may take you, you will find something to see or do. Anyway, have a great time in London. Do remember to get me some pasalubong, ok?