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What’s Cooking in Oman – Delicious Bamia (Omani Okra & Lamb Stew) Close your eyes and picture the souks of Muscat — the air thick with the scent of cardamom and frankincense, the sound of traders calling out from their stalls, and somewhere nearby, a pot slowly bubbling away on the stove. That’s the world […]

SalamAir announces exciting first ever nonstop Vienna–Muscat route 2026 Vienna and Muscat are about to become direct neighbours — at least in aviation terms. Starting 24 June 2026, SalamAir will launch the first-ever nonstop flight between Vienna and Muscat, officially ending decades of “yes, but there’s a connection” conversations at travel desks everywhere. The Omani […]

Etihad Adds Kraków and Salalah to Its Exciting Summer 2026 Plans — Because You Deserve More Passport Stamps Good news, travel junkies: Etihad Airways just gave your 2026 summer plans a glow-up. The airline has announced two brand-new seasonal destinations that are basically screaming to be added to your holiday wishlist: Kraków in Poland and […]

SalamAir Takes Off to Nairobi: A New Era of Direct Flights from Oman to Kenya Pack your bags, folks! SalamAir just pulled off something huge—Oman’s favourite budget-friendly airline has launched its very first direct flight from Muscat to Nairobi. That means no more exhausting layovers, no more sprinting across airport terminals, and definitely no more […]

Edelweiss Launches Exciting Direct Flights Zurich to Salalah Oman 2025 Swiss winter blues? Not anymore! Edelweiss has officially launched direct flights from Zurich to Salalah, Oman, finally connecting the land of chocolate and mountains with the land of coconut palms and endless beaches. The first flight took off on February 25, 2025, in true airline […]

Emirates A350 Lands in Edinburgh – Luxury Meets Innovation Hold onto your bagpipes, Edinburgh—Emirates just turned the sky into a runway! On January 4, 2025, they launched their very first Airbus A350, flying from Dubai to Scotland like it was gliding through a Highland fling at full speed. And trust us, this isn’t your average […]

New Resort and Spa Opens in Majestic Mountains of Oman 2024 : Welcome to New Heights! Get ready to experience luxury at a whole new altitude! IHG Hotels & Resorts has proudly unveiled its first-ever Hotel Indigo resort in the Middle East with the grand opening of Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa. Perched […]

Extended Visa-Free Stay in Thailand for 93 Countries Thailand has introduced an extended visa-free entry policy for passport holders from 93 nations. From this year July 15th on, foreign travellers are now allowed to stay up to 60 days in the country without having to apply for a visa which previously was only thirty days. […]

Oman Air launches four weekly flights to Phuket October 28, 2022 – Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, will offer four flights a week between Muscat and Phuket, one of Thailand’s most popular resort islands, starting 15 November 2022. The flights will operate on (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday). Oman Air The […]

Explore magical Muscat Firstly visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque which has one of the biggest 1 piece handmade Iranian carpets in the world weighing 21 tons and can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers. The interior walls are made of Carrara marbles. Notes: Grand Mosque is open from Saturday to Thursday from 0800 hrs to 1100 […]

Jumeirah Group opens first luxury resort in Oman July 01, 2022 – Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, further expands its international portfolio with the unveiling of an exceptional new resort in the Middle East – Jumeirah Muscat Bay. Luxury resort in Oman Nestled within the secluded cove […]

Oman Air boosts flght frequency June 22, 2022 – Oman Air, the national carrier of sultanate of Oman, has increased weekly flight frequencies on its Muscat-Salalah-Muscat sector to a total of 112 weekly flights, running between 23 June and 11 September 2022. Oman Air The airline offers wide-body service between Muscat and Salalah, including the […]

Four Seasons Oman resort unveil plans for Muscat May 06, 2022 – Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), the executive arm of the Sultanate of Oman for Tourism Development, have announced plans for the new Four Seasons Resort and Private Residences Muscat, located along the Sea of Oman, with […]

Tour of Nizwa in Oman Nizwa , former capital of Oman, is one the oldest cities in Oman. Nizwa acquired its importance because it has been an important meeting point at the base of the Western Hajar Mountains. Today, Nizwa is a diverse prosperous place with numerous agricultural, historical and recreational aspects. Nizwa is a […]

March 8 2022 – If you are looking for a truly authentic experience in the Middle East, Oman is the place to be. It has a rich cultural heritage; stunning scenery; and luxurious hotels to match. Oman travel restriction, PCR test removed for fully vaccinated visitors As soon as the pandemic struck, this place was […]

March 3 2022 – Oman PCR test scrapped – Oman’s Supreme Committee said that passengers arriving into the Sultanate have to show proof of two-dose vaccination with any vaccines approved in Oman, while PCR test proof is not required.It also highlighted that wearing of masks is compulsory only indoors, while hotel establishments can now operate […]

March 2, 2022 – Middle East tourism sector growth predicted in 2022. Jobs in the sector could almost reach pre-pandemic levels Reopening of borders and easing travel restrictions having considerable positive effect Middle East tourism sector: New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the Travel & Tourism sector in the […]

February 28, 2022 – Wyndham expands globally World’s largest hotel franchising company continues its growth trajectory across the region with new openings and brand entries Wyndham expands: the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, continues to expand across Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa (EMEA) with a number […]

29 October 2021 Lonely Planet has named its top destinations to travel to in 2022. The travel guide book experts have crowned the Cook Islands in the South Pacific as the number one country to visit next year. The remote island nation is followed on the list by Norway, known for its dramatic glaciers and home […]

October 14, 2021 – Iconic Luxury Brand to Usher in a New Era of Enchantment in the World’s Most Exquisite Leisure Locales in Bermuda, Mexico, Morocco, Aruba, China, the Dominican Republic, Oman and Qatar Solidifying St. Regis Hotels & Resorts’ position as a leader in luxury, the iconic brand expects to expand its existing portfolio […]