Offending people when you’re travelling is a real hazard, especially with a culture with so many hidden nuances like Japan. Here are our top travel tips for Japan. It’s sometimes … Read more
Europe’s coastline is home to some of the most spectacular places on earth. We travel from Provence in France down to Naples in Italy to take in the Riviera. Here’s … Read more
Hiring a car in Japan is a great way to explore the country at your own pace and itinerary. Here are some tips on how to hire a car in … Read more
With the prospect of some solid beach time ahead of you, having a plan of attack on your packing list will keep the stress away from your fun in the … Read more
As Australia (and New Zealand 😉 ) heads towards winter, the urge to fall into the doom and gloom of the cold season is strong. Here are 10 ways to … Read more
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