Nizwa Fort is now under private management by Omran the Oman Government’s master developer of major tourism, heritage and urban developments and Bawader International.
From Continue reading “Nizwa Fort in Oman new Entry Charges”
Category: Culture
Oman’s culture is built on a continuous civilization that has developed for more than 5,000 years – learn more here
10 Reasons to visit Muscat this Winter – 5-1
5 Perhaps an ideal winter treat if you visit Oman with children is to enjoy an experience with wildlife.
Two remarkable encounters offer a thrilling experience, not only for children but for everyone. Continue reading “10 Reasons to visit Muscat this Winter – 5-1”
10 Reasons to visit Muscat this Winter 10-6
10 For the music lover in you, Muscat has one of the best Opera houses in the world. Most winter weekends there is a performance, perhaps of Opera itself or occasionally Ballet.
Arab singing stars are hosted Continue reading “10 Reasons to visit Muscat this Winter 10-6”
Oman’s Royal Opera House – winter 2017-18 highlights
Oman’s Royal Opera House has a remarkable mix of performances over the 2017 – 2018 season. In September they launch with Aida by Verdi
for 3 days 14, 16,17 performed by Teatro Regio Torino (‘Royal Theatre’ Turin) – the Continue reading “Oman’s Royal Opera House – winter 2017-18 highlights”
Including local experiences in a guide book
Writing the revision for the Bradt Guide to Oman I needed not only focus on finishing the text & maps but also change my view point of Oman’s tourism. Previously, while working in Oman’s tourism, organising a visit into a museum
in Oman for tourists would be pre-planned in a basic tour, a special visit to Honey Bee keeper Continue reading “Including local experiences in a guide book”
Tony Walsh talking Camels, Date Trees and more on the Radio
Just before Christmas I chatted with Bill Padley on his morning radio show on ‘Talk Radio Europe’. We talk hotels, Camels, Date Trees and more. Listen to Tony here on SoundCloud. <<click here.
Omani dishdasha – the Five Approved Designs
Buying a souvenir of Oman can be problematic, with a key question ‘is it authentic’? However one area has been dealt with today. Oman’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry have today issued details to support a Ministerial Decision issued last year.
You can Continue reading “Omani dishdasha – the Five Approved Designs”
Carpet Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Any organisation which had supplied work for the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque would wish sign the work. The company which created the mosque’s principal carpet managed to do just that and wove into the carpet their details.
The high density of thread, over 250 knots per sq inch and extraordinary craftswomanship Continue reading “Carpet Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque”
Condé Nast International Luxury Conference
Vogue seems to have so many International Editions that they need a dedicated International Editor.
Suzy Menkes, Continue reading “Condé Nast International Luxury Conference”
12 Days of Christmas in Oman Day Four
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha), part of the trinity of gifts,
was an ingredient used Continue reading “12 Days of Christmas in Oman Day Four”
12 Days of Christmas in Oman Day Three
One of the original Christmas Gifts and primarily from Oman, Frankincense is a ‘must have’ to bring back home after your visit into the country.
Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) is both Continue reading “12 Days of Christmas in Oman Day Three”
12 Days of Christmas in Oman
On the First Day of Christmas in Oman
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Mosques in Oman and The Gulf – open to Non Muslims
There are many mosques in Oman which welcome non-Muslims to visit. Amongst the most interesting is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat.
The Grand Mosque initially Continue reading “Mosques in Oman and The Gulf – open to Non Muslims”
Oman’s cultural tourism
Writing the revision for the Bradt Guide to Oman I needed not only focus on finishing the text & maps but also change my view point of Oman’s tourism.
Previously, while working in Oman’s tourism, organising a visit Continue reading “Oman’s cultural tourism”
Royal Opera House Muscat
In 2001, Sultan Qaboos set up the project, initially called ‘House of Musical Arts’; subsequently, the name ‘Royal Opera House Muscat ‘ was used, and design started in 2003.
The opera house was opened on October 12, 2011 by Continue reading “Royal Opera House Muscat”