Archive for the 'Oman' Category

Oman Off-Road

01Nov06

Explorer Publishing’s new book Oman Off-Road sounds like a fantastic resource for adventurous travelers in Oman. From Amazon UK:
The ultimate accessory for any 4WD, “The Oman Off-Road Explorer” helps drivers to discover Oman’s ‘outback’. Detailed, yet easy-to-use maps feature superimposed routes, GPS coordinates and points of interest. The off-road routes are split into sections by […]

Young Pretenders

30Oct06

Want to get a Dubai-style holiday without actually having to go there and possibly paying less? Referring to the island as a
‘young pretender’, The Guardian recommends a stay at Bahrain’s luxurious Ritz Carlton and points out the golf courses and malls for tourists which don’t happen to be ‘in the same overdose quantities as in […]

Evason Hideaway at Zighy Bay, Oman

17Oct06

Overlooking the stunning coast of Musandam in Northern Oman is the Evason Hideaway and Six Senses Spa, a resort that will be opened in mid-2007. The property has 82 villas with bathrooms that extend to an outdoor shower. The secluded setting sounds like a perfect escape.
Some highlights:
Guests will have a choice […]


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