Where to eat in Okinawa – 5 places locals love to go
Finding where to eat in Okinawa – in fact anywhere in Japan – is a challenge of choice and an art of discovery. You can walk right past the best … Read more
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15 things you have to eat when you visit Okinawa, Japan
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
What is it like in tropical Japan? Our Postcards from Okinawa
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
5 reasons why Okinawa is so un-Japanese and why you have to go there
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
Where to stay in Okinawa, Japan – JAL Private Resort Okuma
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
11 unusual things to do in Okinawa, Japan
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
Quick itinerary for Sabah, Borneo
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
Welcome to the jungle – how to experience the Borneo rainforest, Danum Valley, Sabah
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
Into the wild – our essential guide to Sabah, the best of Borneo
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
From Borneo with love – IG Edition goes to Sabah
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