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5 Amazing Off-the Beaten Path Places to Visit in Oman

Oman remains a hidden gem for tranquil travel, avoiding mass tourism to preserve its authenticity and allure. OmanTripper shares top ‘off-the-beaten-path’ experiences, including scenic destinations like Muscat’s own Fjord at Yenkit, Mibam Village’s terraced farms and waterfall, Wajmah Village’s historic charm, the adventures of Al Tahery Cave, and the serene, untouched beaches of Barr Al Hikman. These sites showcase Oman’s cultural and natural beauty, accessible with careful planning and a 4WD, ideal for travelers seeking genuine immersion away from the crowds.

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Visiting Oman during Ramadan: Tips and consideration to ensure you have a fantastic holiday in Oman!

With Ramadan moving closer to the winter season over the coming years you may find yourself visitng Oman during Ramadan, and there are some local customs and considerations you should take into account in that case, this article covers those as well as some more tips to ensure you make the most of your visit to Oman during Ramadan.

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OmanTripper wins 2023 Traveler’s Choice Award!

I am very proud to share that OmanTripper has been awarded Traveler’s Choice 2023 award by TripAdvisor! This incredible recognition, and being amongst the top 10% worldwide is very humbling for me, and frankly a bit of a surprise. I started OmanTripper in 2013 as a blog and as source of information for visitors to […]

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Solo Traveling: My article for a local Omani Newspaper

Girona, Spain

I was recently asked to contribute for a feature on Solo Traveling by Oman Observer, one of the leading English-language newspapers in Oman. I love traveling and exploring new countries, and due to many reasons, I find myself traveling alone, aka Solo Traveling, the majority of the time! So the article was really an opportunity […]

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COVID-19 Travel Info

All Covid-19 Restrictions Lifted in Oman

This article is part of our coverage on COVID-19 updates and travel restrictions in Oman, please check the main page for latest updates as the information below may already be superseded. Oman has formally lifted all Covid-19 restrictions in the country as of 31 May 2022 – this should be welcome news for all travelers […]

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Covid-19 Updates: PCR Tests No Longer Required for Vaccinated Travelers!

This article is part of our coverage on COVID-19 updates and travel restrictions in Oman, please check the main page for latest updates as the information below may already be superseded. Great news for all looking to travel to Oman! As of 1 March 2022, travelers to Oman who have two doses of approved vaccine […]

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Outdoors

Muscat Treks: Al Mahaj Cave at Amerat

Muscat Treks Series in this series I will be writing about some of the treks and unmarked trails in and around Muscat, ones that can be completed in a relatively short time making them ideal as an easy weekend outdoor activity or a post-work trek for anyone living in Muscat. For similar posts of this series check out […]

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Covid-19 Updates: Negative PCR Test required for Entry to Oman

This article is part of our coverage on COVID-19 updates and travel restrictions in Oman, please check the main page for latest updates as the information below may already be superseded. Oman’s Supreme Committee tasked with combating spread of Covid-19 had announced some new measures on 26 December 2021, which would be in effect from […]

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Tourism in Dhofar Governorate: My article for the Anglo Omani Society

The Anglo Omani Society has published a series of brochures covering each of the 11 governorates of Oman, where various aspects of the history, culture and tourism aspects of each governorate is covered in series of articles’. I was pleased to contribute by writing an article covering the tourism potential of the governate of Dhofar, […]

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Covid-19 Travel Restrictions: Oman Reopens Border & Welcomes Tourists Again!

This article is part of our coverage on COVID-19 updates and travel restrictions in Oman, please check the main page for latest updates as the information below may already be superseded. We are very pleased to update that Oman is finally opening its borders, and as of 1st of September 2021 it is now possible […]