Oman Travel Forum

Hi,
I am planning a trip to salalah for 3/4 days between 1 july to 15 July.
Wanted to know if I can take road trip with a car/(honda accord).- I prefer road then flying.
and I'd appreciate if any other family is planning such tour & can join us?

thankx

akhil

HI
I m a student doing her two months field work in Oman, between Nizwa and Muscat. I m currently in one hostel but I cannot even afford the cheapest one in Muscat. I tried to loof for a simple room in Muscat but i m struggling to find one. Do you have any advice? I thought i could rent a room in a family as well and therefore learn arabic? Where can I find that?
Thanks a lot!

Guys

We are planning to visit Muscat from Dubai through road in July end- August first week.

We do have a valid Kuwaiti residency and definetely will take a UAE visit visa ( on arrival) to spend two days in Dubai. However there are two questions , related to Oman visit///

1. Will we require visit visa for Oman too? will it be available on land borders while crossing from Dubai to Muscat.. if we enter oman , our visit visa to dubai will be cancelled so how we can resturn to dubai from Oman?

2. What is average temperature in Muscat those days ? Will it be hot like other countries in Middle East?


Regards

Khurram

Cyclone could follow in footsteps of Gonu with landfall predicted to hit coast at end of this month.

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is Oman considered as a cyclone area.

v r planning to visit salalah in july and v r a big group.i would like to knw if there are villas to rent and if yes wht would b their charges....thanks

does anybody know of a bus from muscat to dubai??

i certainly would not want the locals to take offense but could i wear similar dress to the way they dress ie the dishadasda or someting similar such as the long shirts and islamic clotihng trousers in amman. my reason for asking is even if idid it once or twice i think with the climate it would be the best way to dress

hope someone can help.

I am a college student interested in learning Arabic. By summertime, I will have completed 2 semesters of Arabic. I am extremely interested in continuing my learning of Arabic over the summer, and I was wondering where the best place to learn the language would be. Some things that are of importance to me are: quality of instruction, location of the school, and activities outside of the school. Since I am going alone, I want to study somewhere where I won't feel secluded or outside of society. Also, scenery is of great importance. All things considered, where would you guys recommend studying Arabic? (I want to study for a period of about 2 months...I'm not sure if that changes anything). ( I know I posted this about a month ago in the Sousse and Damascus forum; however, those are no longer options.)

Hi
I'm excited about a 10 day trip to Oman coming up which will include a drive to Sur and on to some turtle watching from where we plan to go to one of the camps within Wahiba Sands for one night.

My first question is what time are you expected to arrive at a desert camp and what time are you expected to leave the next day?

From there we will stay a couple of nights in Nizwa and then a final couple of nights at a beach area near Muscat before having to fly home.

The second question is where to stay in Muscat? We are after somewhere quiet and relaxing with a good pool/ beach and reasonable food/bar. My worry is finding somewhere that is full of large tour groups (karaoke and quiz nights) or families (under 12 discos). We can not afford 5 star but could go up to OR80/night at a push.

Thanks in advance. Rob

Hi,I am a not so spring chicken but lively traveller and I am visiting Oman for the first time and although I have been to Abu Dhabi and Dubai I know that the dress codes vary from Country to Country. I tend to wear mainly the knee length capri shorts with short sleeve tops. Will these be ok, can I wear jeans or do I need to buy some floor length skirts?

I work for a shipping company and I was giving the option to oversee our operation in Suhar (Oman) for 3 months. There seems to be very little information regarding Hotels, furnished apartments and tourist's attraction in the area. Oman seems to be a fascinating country with lots to do in Muscat and elsewhere but not Sohar. Any advice in terms of accommodation and site seeing in that city.

Thanks

First of all thanks to everyone who repsonded on my query re a family holiday in Dubai in August.

We are now either going to spend a 7 nights at the Shangi La in Oman or 5 nights in Dubai & 5 nights at the Shangi La Resort.

We are thinking of driving from Dubai to Oman for the second part of the trip as opposed to flying.

Two questions - anyone had experiece of the Shangri La and two has anyone got experience/tips re driving from Dubai to Oman

Thanks

Can anyone recommend a reliable, good value tour operator based in Oman for 2-3 night tours into the Wahiba Sands? I am travelling with my husband to Oman in April, and we are going to travel independently for most of the time, but hope to take an organised trip into the desert for 2-3 nights. Thank you!

Hi there,

me and my best friend want to spend one or two weeks in Oman. I don't want do book a pre-organized group travel, since this is expensive and we don't like large groups. Does anybody know local travel agencies which organize tours around Oman, Wadi (hiking) trips or Camel trips in the desert?

Who is in Oman in March and would like to share a trip?

regards
karla

We are just about to book a five night stay in March, just wondered if anyone can give us any feedback on this hotel. We have a toddler and a 6month baby, want to be sure the hotel is child friendly and safe. We have been offered a Club Room whatever that is (no info on website going to try and give them a call for clarification). Can't wait to escape Bahrain for a while!

Hi Everybody,

We are planning to see the famous turtles in February. Just wondering whether this is a good season to visit.
Thanks,
Patricia

Hi All.

I am visiting Muscat in a weekend. Arriving on Thursday. Leaving Saturday Morning.

Since its my first time I am not sure about attractions.

What is a good luxurious hotel of a good value and nice view and amenities?

What are some of the best traditional Markets that I should visit?

How about restaurants? Any Traditional restaurant that you recommend?

Thanks guys.

VidER

I have just returned from Oman and found it to be a fantastic country with such friendly people. I am really keen to return in the next few months and spend about 10 days doing a hard core trek across the sandy dessert on camel. I would like to get together with a few others who are keen, we will have a guide and carry all supplies including camping gear, so it will be a cheapish trip, but hopefully an amazing expereince.

Anyone interested please let me know and I can begin to organise.

Thanks

Simon

I am going to Oman alone on 27th December for two weeks. I wondering what is the best way to get around. It would be nice to hook up with other backpackers but not sure how likely that will be. Am i best to sort an organised tour out, hire a car or stick to public transport. I am up for an adventure and want to see as much as possible (on a budget, if possible in oman) but like i say at the same time its always nice to meet other travellers.

Any tips or advise would be great.

p.s anyone out there wanting to hook up, get intouch.

Simon
simonhartley79 @ hotmail.com

Hi All,
We are planning on driving to Musandam tomorrow morning. I am trying to call my car insurance company (in dubai) to get details on Oman car insurance coverage but its hard to reach them as Eid starts today.

Question: someone told me I can buy Oman car insurance coverage at the border. Is that true? Any information details would be helpful.

Cheers.

Hi!

Iīm going to travel, by car, from Iran and UAE through to Oman next year.
My plan is to take a boat/ferry from Muscat all the way to India. I heard thatīs possible but I havenīt found any info on the net about it.
Do any of you guys out there know if thatīs possible at all?

Kind regards,

Matti Mannheimer, Sweden

Hi:

We are driving in a sedan car down to Muscat from Dubai this month end for 5-6 days. We would ideally want to do the following:
a. Drive through the coast (time is not a constraint).
b. Camp 1 night in a safe place with other tourists around.
c. Watch dolphins from the best possible place.
d. Any other places in & around Muscat that are of historical/geographical importance & safe to drive.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Can anyone tell me the name of the hotel across from Starbucks in the shopping center with D'Arcy's kitchen and the Italian restaurant.
We were in Oman this past weekend, ad would like to return.
Maybe stay at this hotel

Any reveiws??? thanks

Am planning to take a day tour, on 30th Nov 2007, which includes Bait Al Afreet , wadi shab and Tiwi. have found some tour companies offering 250 USD for a 4WD with driver. Am travelling with a friend and am looking for another couple to share this package. Anyone interested?

I am planning to go to MCT for christmas 2007 and find depending which website you look at, information on "visas on arrival" for uk passport holders a little contradictory, can anyone tell me, can I obtain a visa at Seeb airport or do I need to apply for one at the omani embassy? do I need to fill in an application form or do the authorites just issue visas at immigration?

thank you

Hi All.

I am looking to rent a Yacht or a big boat or a cruise in Suhar for a full day.

Can you guide me to a person or a company that offers such a service?

Even if it was another city or village close by to Suhar.

VidER

We are off to Muscat for Christmas and the activity that is top of the list (even above the usual eating, drinking etc) is taking a boat trip to see the dolphins in the wild. We are not interested in diving, just want to watch from the boat. I cannot find any hard and fast details on the web about these trips. Lots of sites refer to them but I cannot find any details on price, duration etc. Note that price is not the prime concern, we want the the best tour not the cheapest (but would be happy if one particular company was both).

TIA

John

I plan to visit Oman (and the UAE) about the time, the Eid al Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice) is set to begin (around 18 or 20 December).

I wish to know if during this period, the shops, restaurants, souqs, and tourist sites (forts, etc.) shall operate with normal hours?

Is there a problem with traffic on the roads, at this time?

I understand many of the roads in Oman are currently being improved. What is the driving time, from Buraimi to Muscat (either via Nizwa or through Sohar)?

Also, what is the driving time, from Sur to Nizwa?

Hello,

this is a question to all travelers who've already been there or who live in Oman: Where can I find cheap, good and clean hotels for about 20=25 dollars/
night in Muscat and Nizwan ? Is this possible or are there only high-class
places?
My guide book doesn't say much on that.
Would I have to book in advance?

Thank you for all information.