Marking the Islamic New Year with Muharram – The most exciting time!
The Islamic New Year is celebrated on a grand scale by all Muslims worldwide. The New Year falls on the 31st of August this year, and…
Oman among the best countries to visit – Lonely Planet 2022 travel recommendations
According to Lonely Planet Oman is one of the top ten countries to visit in 2022, despite the ever-changing dynamics of travel because of the…
Middle East Edition of Global Travel Week This Year – Event to be Held in Oman
The Jacobs Media Group, the parent company of Connecting Travel, will host the Middle East Edition of Global Travel Week soon; sponsored by the Oman…
Travel Restrictions on 18 Countries Lifted in Oman – Applies to Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Travellers from 18 countries that were previously denied entry into Oman were once more allowed to arrive following the lifting of this restriction in August…
New guidelines for PCR tests in Oman opens doors for travellers – Lifting barriers for international travel
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) recently has declared that health authorities in Oman agreed to change their guidelines with regards to PCR tests. According to…
Oman Continues its Vaccination Drives – Tourists Also Encouraged to Visit
With programmes that have been going on each month, Oman continues to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to its citizens and residents. Haitham bin Tariq, the…
How Oman aims to put its economy back on track after coronavirus – The plan moving ahead
Covid-19 has left economies around the world on a downward slope. Oman is no different and just like the rest of the world, the country’s…
Exceptions Added to Hotel Pre-Booking Requirement – Quarantine Exemptions
Several passenger categories have been exempted from the requirement of presenting pre-confirmed hotel reservations at all the airlines operating in the Sultanate of Oman. This…
Oman Included in UAE’s Green List of Countries – Positive Signs for Travel
In a move that is bound to encourage more travel in the region, the UAE has included Oman in its green list of countries, regions…
Over 300 Flights Cancelled in Oman due to Covid-19 – Travel plans hindered
In December 2020, 307 international flights (148- incoming and 159 departure) were canceled due to the new COVID-19 wave that arouse. Oman Air and other…