I have to admit Brunei wasn’t always high on my travel list but it’s definitely a place I’ve always been curious about. Residing in South East Asia but differing vastly from its limelight stealing neighbors of Borneo’s Sarawak and Sabah, this tiny Islamic sultanate is probably best known for its vast wealth … and its ultra conservative government. Most only stopover en route to another Asian destination, but on our recent #LoveSabah blog trip we were lucky enough to spend a few nights here, taking up temporary residence in one of the world’s most exclusive hotels, the hugely opulent Empire.
The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque at Brunei's capital Bandar Seri Begawa. Sophie James/iStock
