After an amazing stay at Nihiwatu we moved on to Bali. My first visit to Bali was almost 15 years ago and it was nice to be back. Bali is a magical place filled with the essence of all things exotic. When we initially arrived in Bali we spent one night at the Ritz Carlton Nusa …
Nihiwatu Resort – Sumba, Indonesia
The island of Sumba is located in Eastern Indonesia, a short plane flight from Bali. In the past, Sumba's main export was sandalwood - the island was actually known as Sandalwood Island. In recent history the island has been a favorite of surfers in search of a remote and uncrowded destination. In the late 80's Claude …
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto was once the imperial capital of Japan; today it's a bustling city filled with the perfect mixture of industry and culture. Located in a valley surrounded by three mountains, Kyoto's climate ranges from cold snowy winters to stiflingly hot and humid summers. Kyoto is known for its numerous temples and shrines (1600 Buddhist temples, …
Hakone, Japan
Hakone is a small mountain town roughly 60 miles (about one hour by train) from Tokyo. For centuries people have been coming to Hakone to take advantage of the regions many hot springs. With its stunning natural beauty and view of Mt. Fuji, Hakone is a destination for tourists and locals alike.