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Do I need a visa to go to Oman?Mar 8, 2022 • 6 min read
Wondering if you need a visa to go to Oman? Here’s the lowdown on the latest visa rules to get you into this desert sultanate with the minimum of fuss.
Oman Travel Stories
national parksIntroducing Oman's national parksMar 6, 2022 • 8 min read
From uninhabited islands with abundant marine life to mountain reserves home to the rare Arabian leopard, these are Oman’s best national parks.
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road tripsThe 5 best road trips in Oman for every type of travelerMar 4, 2022 • 8 min read
From coastal drives past fishing villages and white sand beaches to journeys to see historic forts, these are the best road trips in Oman.
budget travelTraveling to Oman on a budget: how to get the best out of your tripFeb 22, 2022 • 7 min read
With some planning – and our expert guide – it’s not a challenge to enjoy the natural beauty and hospitality of Oman on a limited budget.
- accessible travelThe best ways to drive, fly and sail around Oman
Feb 11, 2022 • 8 min read
Visitors can enjoy travel between and among the stunning landscapes of Oman by plane, boat and car. Here’s our guide to getting around the country.
hikingWadi and soul: the best hikes in OmanFeb 4, 2022 • 7 min read
Hiking in Oman will take you through terraced fields, along craggy mountain trails, to turquoise pools in wadis and more.
beaches6 unforgettable beaches in Oman for every type of travelerJan 30, 2022 • 7 min read
From palm-fringed beaches and rocky coasts where you can camp to some of the region’s best dive sites, here are the best beaches in Oman.
beaches10 must-see natural wonders in OmanJan 20, 2022 • 6 min read
Oman's natural wonders are surprisingly easy and inexpensive to explore. These are the 10 best.
- activitiesThe top things to do in Oman are out of this world
Jan 2, 2022 • 10 min read
Oman is the third-largest country in the Arabian Peninsula, famed for its long coastline, high mountains and rugged canyons. Here are the top things to do.
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romanceInside the luxury locations of this year's celebrity honeymoonsAug 11, 2019 • 6 min read
We’ve hit peak wedding season, and just like the rest of us, celebrities love a summer ceremony. The past few weeks have seen Zoe Kravitz and Karl Glusman…
beachesWhere to find the best scuba diving sites in the Middle EastApr 17, 2019 • 5 min read
With a dazzling bounty of underwater attractions to explore and improved access to key diving hubs, there has arguably never been a better time to strap…
wildlife and natureUnderwater oasis: where to dive in OmanAug 9, 2018 • 5 min read
With more than 2000km of coastline, Oman is a spectacular dive destination with many of the same species of coral and marine life as the Red Sea, but a…
artDesert tears: exploring southern Oman’s land of frankincenseJul 3, 2018 • 5 min read
Frankincense, an aromatic resin harvested from the sap of scraggly desert trees, has been treasured for thousands of years for its distinctive fragrance…
hikingWonderful wadis: visiting Oman’s 'vertical desert'Dec 4, 2017 • 9 min read
Say the word ‘desert’ and chances are that rolling sand dunes and expansive horizontal space spring to mind. In Oman, however, the desert landscape…
family travelBest culture trips for familiesOct 24, 2017 • 6 min read
Travel with your kids can broaden their understanding of other people and societies. Expand the whole family’s cultural horizons on these inspiring trips.
beachesFirst time Muscat: sea, souqs and serenity in OmanSep 30, 2016 • 4 min read
Hinged between mountains and sea, the elongated city of Muscat – where buildings are painted a uniform white by royal decree and where the regional…
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