In a region set on grandstanding, this mystical land clings determinedly to its past.
The Sultanate of Oman is a country of dramatic landscapes with jagged mountains, deep water fjords, rich green valleys, mighty desert terrains and stunning beaches. Traditional dhows still sail from port to port and in the interior, weaving wadis (river valleys) are studded with date-palm plantations.
In the south eastern corner of the country is Salalah, capital of the Dhofar region and once the heart of the nation's frankincense trade. Facing south over the Arabian Sea, it boasts pristine white beaches to accompany its enviable climate along with beautiful hotels and a stunning natural backdrop of mountains, springs and waterfalls. Don't miss the colourful souks, including the...
With virtually guaranteed year-round sunshine, Oman is perfect year round. Summers can be blisteringly hot, with temperatures often in the 40sºC however, this does bring lower prices and therefore it’s great value during our school summer holidays. Winter months see pleasant Mediterranean like temperatures, making Oman a fantastic place to escape the cooler temperatures of the UK.
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Muscat is approx 7 hours from the UK. Zighy Bay is 2 hours drive from Dubai. Salalah is about 1¾ hours flight from Muscat.
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