Food in Okinawa is as different as everything else in this strange, far-southern part of Japan. From Roald-Dahl-esque vegetables to soy-marinated pork belly from local wild boar, delicious challenges are … Read more
Okinawa, Japan is an enigma in an already mysterious country. Not only is it nothing like a lot of the mainland in its culture, history or cuisine, Okinawa also looks completely … Read more
Okinawa must be the most un-Japanese part of Japan. You won’t find Shinto shrines or torii gates here. There are no geisha, they have their own language, they even have … Read more
Words like ‘spacious’, ‘beachside’ and ‘resort’ aren’t what you usually associate with hotels in Japan, but then Okinawa isn’t your typical Japanese destination. And neither is the Private Resort Okuma … Read more
The island prefecture of Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost state, has a climate, a lifestyle and a culture that is completely different to anything else you’ll find in this fascinating country. These … Read more
Borneo has so much to offer its visitors – from pristine jungles to dreamy beaches, from city bustle to island paradise. But here’s how to get the most out of … Read more
Visiting Danum Valley’s pristine rainforests in eastern Sabah, Borneo isn’t easy, but my goodness, is it worth it. Here’s what to expect on this jungle adventure. Sabah, Borneo has some of … Read more
From the depths of the ocean to the heights of great mountains, from pristine virgin rainforests to thriving capitals, Sabah, Borneo is filled with the promise of romance and adventure. … Read more
It’s been a busy but spectacular past couple of weeks for us at Romance HQ. As you may have seen, we’ve been exploring the beautiful Malaysian state of Sabah in … Read more
Phuket, Thailand is famous for its stunning coastline and tranquility, but also its hedonistic party atmosphere. Across the bay from Patong Beach – Phuket’s party mecca – is Thavorn Beach, … Read more