On our recent tour of the Finnish Embassy we saw the traditional log sauna in the Embassy basement, which is used by employees. In Finland, there are 2.5 million saunas for 5 million people and saunas are everywhere– in homes, in corporate offices, even in Parliament. Saunas are a traditional family activity and an important cultural institution in Finland; a way to enjoy nature and community. Shown here are photos of the wood sauna in the Embassy of Finland in Washington, DC, which was
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One of our favorite local escapes is the drive down Highway One to see the elephant seals at Año Nuevo State Reserve. This is the largest mainland breeding colony for these animals in the world, and it only takes about an hour and a half to drive there on one of the prettiest roads there is. The short hike out to the seals is gorgeous, too. At this time of year you can view them up close and personal—we're talking hundreds of pounds of blubber just a few yards away. It's amazing. And with great
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