Muscat travel guide: everything you need to know
Discover Oman’s capital – what to see, where to stay and plenty of insider tips in this Muscat travel guide by a UK expat
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Swimming with whale sharks in Oman
Discover what it’s like to swim with whale sharks in Oman, the best season to see these gentle giants and how to do it responsibly
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Muscat’s new flag pole in Al Khuwair Square: what you need to know
Discover this impressive addition to Muscat’s skyline and why the flag pole in Al Khuwair is worth adding to your Oman itinerary
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Desert Nights Resort review: a luxury desert camp in Wahiba Sands
Want to experience a night in Oman’s Wahiba Sands desert without roughing it? Desert Nights Resort offers air-conditioned luxury in the dunes
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Visiting Al Hoota Cave – Oman’s show cave
Whether you’re a fan of geology or just fascinated by the forces of nature, I highly recommend a visit to Al Hoota Cave in Oman’s Hajar Mountains
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Visiting Nizwa Fort: Arabia’s most formidable stronghold
Discover Nizwa Fort – why it’s worth visiting, how it helped shape Oman and why it was so important to it’s political and religious leaders
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Wadi Hoqain – blue pools and waterfalls near Muscat
Looking for a wadi near Muscat? Wadi Hoqain has to be one of the best with its blue sulphur pools, easy access and no need for 4×4
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Jebel Shams: tips for exploring Oman’s highest mountain
Can you visit Jebel Shams with a 2WD? When’s the best time to go? Where should you stay? And what to do on the way? Your questions answered!
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Nizwa Goat Market – Oman’s most famous livestock souq
What you need to know about experiencing the bustle of Oman’s most famous live stock souq – Nizwa Goat Market
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Jebel Shams Resort – an ideal base near the Balcony Walk
If you are visiting Oman’s Grand Canyon and hiking the Balcony Walk I recommend staying nearby. Here’s our review of Jebel Shams Resort
