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December 27, 2024
My friends and I stayed here for a marathon weekend getaway. The hotel's location was fantastic – only 2 kilometers from the marathon starting line, which was a huge plus! It's also super close to Longyan South Road, Shantou's famous food street, and you can even get authentic Chaoshan beef hotpot right downstairs. The hotel is right by the sea, and the marathon route actually passed right by its entrance.
The day after the race, we headed to the local market, bought some fresh seafood, and cooked it in our room. Those palm-sized abalones were incredibly satisfying! The owners were incredibly warm and helpful, giving us tips on dining and attractions. They even knew I was running the marathon and advised me not to eat 'sheng yan' (raw marinated seafood) beforehand, as it could cause an upset stomach, and suggested eating more beef to boost my performance.
And just as they predicted, I had beef the day before and achieved a significant personal best (PB)! Then, after the race, I tried the 'sheng yan' and, yep, got diarrhea as warned. 😂 I'll definitely be staying here again next time I'm in Shantou.
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