Jul 29th, 2011 at 1:00PM:
Do you recognize this flag? Neither did I. It's the flag of Lapland. Lapland isn't a country, but a region in northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia where the Sámi (Lapps) live. Only Norway recognizes this flag, and it's flown throughout the country on February 6 to celebrate Sámi National Day.
I discovered this flag in Aberystwyth, Wales, of all places, while walking ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Flags without countries
Jul 29th, 2011 at 1:00PM:
Do you recognize this flag? Neither did I. It's the flag of Lapland. Lapland isn't a country, but a region in northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia where the Sámi (Lapps) live. Only Norway recognizes this flag, and it's flown throughout the country on February 6 to celebrate Sámi National Day.
I discovered this flag in Aberystwyth, Wales, of all places, while walking ...Four hotel deals in France this winter
Oct 24th, 2009 at 3:00PM: Go to Europe this winter! Bessé Signature Hotels, a collection of some of France's most unique contemporary hotels, has three deals that make travel to this inspiring corner of the world easier than ever. At discounts of up to 35 percent, it's going to be hard to stay home.
At Domaine de la Bretesche, take advantage of the "Winter Promotion" rate to enjoy Brittany for around $280 a night. ...Golf, spa and 15th century charm in Brittany
Sep 29th, 2009 at 3:00PM:
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A round of golf and a trip to the spa can make any vacation even better. Now, put both those activities – and you – in Brittany, on the northwest coast of France. It's even better, right? If this sounds good to you, check out the Hotel Domaine de la ...
