Flags of the world - Japanese Prefectures

Whilst looking for a weird flag I came across recently (I haven't identified it yet), I touched on this curious little subsection of the infamous "Flags of the World" website.

Each prefecture/province has its own flag, as you might expect. But it were the designs that struck me: simple, elegant (Saitama) and many with a rich history (i.e. Okinawa).

A good inspiration for a clan logo? ;)

Budget Traveller's Guide to Sleeping in Airports

Ever get stuck at an airport and all the (cheap) hotels are booked?
Find out where the best places to sleep are!

With tonnes of recommendation and reviews this site is both informative and fun to read!

An example of a review of Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport by "Jimmerwoo":

"I notice this site talks alot about seats and comfy chairs but there is a better place than all of these and its free! But it can only be used at night time....when the kids are asleep/not there.
The Kiddies Play Pen on the upper floor near McDonalds and the Internet Cafe!! Its like a big bath of plastic balls and cushions! It was packed full of sleeping Australian adults when I found it, but just enough room for me. In the event of a delay, dont even bother trying to find a hotel. Just head straight for this place...Its Ace!'"

What's On?

Another great link:

I always enjoy reading the what's on sections of magazines: but they give you too little time to plan.
Here's the solution:

whatsonwhen.com "is dedicated to providing high-quality travel and entertainment content solutions."

It even includes video impressions of recurring events such as festivals and helps you to plan your activities through a personalized calendar.

Great stuff!

Tip for Dutch readers: Nationaal Museum Weekend (10+11 april)

Had a laugh at this one:

An Orc in World of Warcraft getting down to MC Hammer (of all things).

Anyways check it out!

World of Warcraft - Special Moves (WMV)

The Times - Who is Flourishing Under Labour?

This bit of info porn really hit me: something that seems like a pipedream to us in Holland.

Graphic: Who is flourishing under Labour? (JPEG Image, 770x771 pixels)

The UK poor are really getting a better deal and those who can afford it, pay the bill.

With the f** rich right (VVD, CDA) the current Dutch governement continues to estrange the people they need the most: the masses!

When will they learn that the elite do nothing for the economy: they are a brain drain, export their wealth to foreign banks and investments and then have the audacity to say that without them our economy would collapse.

Grr.

Even though Labour is far from perfect, I sincerely hope that the Hague takes note of Labour's good RESULTS.

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