Oman Tourist Spots

Oman Tourist Spots Country Oman, officially called the Sultanate of Oman, is an Arab state in southwest Asia on the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It has a strategically important position at the mouth of the Persian Gulf Tourism in Oman From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia This article appears to be written. Please help t by rewriting promotional content from a and removing any. is one of the most famous landmarks in Omais a country on. Tourism in Oman has grown considerably recently, and it is expected to be one of the largest industries in the nation. Oman has one of the most diverse environments in the Middle East with various tourist attractions and is particularly well known for Th of Oman was named the Second Best City to visit in the world in 2012 by the travel guide publisher Muscat also was chosen as the Capital of Arab Tourism of 2012. Oman Agenda In its effort to woo global tourists, the Ministry of Tourism is planning to open its offices in America, Japan and China, a statement issued on Tuesday said. Asma Al Hajri, the acting director of the Tourism Representative Offices Department at the Ministry of Tourism, said that currently the overseas tourism representative offices are promoting Oman tourism in 21 countries across the globe. "For that, it had established 10 offices in Europe, Asia, Australia and the Gulf," the statement added. According to the National Centre for Statistics and Information CSIhe number of Americans who visited the Sultanate was 26,847 in 2013 and 11,121 by the end of April 2014. The number of Asians who visited Oman was 59,675 in 2013 and 24,407 in the first four months of 2014, according to the NCSI. No break up was available for tourists visiting from China and Japan. China is currently the world's secondly largest economy and the largest holder of foreign exchange reserves. In 2013, Chinese tourists made 98 million trips abroad, resulting in a total tourism spend of $117 billion. China is a fast-growing outbound tourism market, with travel and tourism spend anticipated to increase 15 per cent year-on-year between now and 2030. "There is a huge tourism potential from China and Japan. We will be able to bring more tourists from these sectors once we have full-fledged offices there," a senior official associated with the top echelons of the hotel industry said. He also said that the United States is another potential country for Oman's tourism industry. "This is also a very big market," the official opined. Besides tourists, the ministry is also promoting Oman as a business destination where businessmen can investment in oil, mining and transport sectors in Oman. With the campaignSide Trip of a Lifetimetourist arrivals from Australia are growing at a very rapid pace after it set up an office in Sydney. The Oman Tourism' Sydney office represents the Sultanate's Ministry of Tourism in Australia and New Zealand with the aim to increase public awareness about the country as a great holiday and business events destination. In India, it is planning to promote Oman as a wedding destination in the country besides wooing tourists. The focus has been to promote the regions of Muscat, Jebel Shams, Nizwa, Sur, Wahiba Sands, Ras Al Jinz, Salalah, etc., as tourist spots all over the world. Oman tourism Cut away and cool at salalah Marriot Resort While much of Oman is typically associated with arid desert landscapes, the southern region of Dhofar is a stark contrast. It is the land of gardens, mountain springs, historical treasures and natural beauty. So, if you are looking to escape the heat this summer in the lush mountains of Dhofar, then the Salalah Marriot Resort could be the best hideout for you! Away from the urban hustle bustle, the resort is located 80 km south of Salalah, in the ancient historic city of Mirbat- the picturesque seaside hamlet, home to some of the most beautiful houses in the Dhofar province, complete with its own majestic castle, a captivating souq, and the ruins of an old town dating back many hundreds of years. Strategically located near to almost all of the prime tourist attractions in the region, the hotel itself makes for a very quiet place to have a break- set on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Sea, on the white sandy beaches of Mirbat Cove, and at the foot of Jebel Samhan. The 237-room resort spans 3 floors, offering spacious, well-appointed rooms with a stay offering something for all – divers, groups, couples, friends and families looking for a touch of adventure in modern comfort. Offering a wide variety in culinary options as well to its guests, the resort has 3 themed restaurants, christened after the local prominent places in the region. The elegant Mirbat Arabic Café is home to the Arabian and Indian cuisines. The major attraction at the 60 cover restaurant is the chef exclusive Special of the Day, in which diners can taste something new, apart from the menu, every day. The diner also has a dedicated lounge with ground mattresses, where guests are welcomed with coffee and fresh dates, giving them a taste of authentic Arabian hospitality, complete with Mediterranean tunes and incense burning in the background. Gambia Joins Crusade to Promote Islamic Tourism Customers will find every experience at the resort, very authentic. We have ensured that the services rendered are best in class in terms of quality and luxury," said Ayatullah Nimer, acting GM of the resort. The main Sumhuram all day dining restaurant is the hub of international cuisine. Occupying the vast area of the first floor, the big restaurant has 110 covers inside, and as well an alfresco dining with a capacity of 96, overlooking the central swimming pool of the hotel- claimed to be the biggest in any hotel in Oman, with an area of 2400 sqft, and a central bar. The restaurant also has an exotic sheesha lounge. Dipped in fluorescent blue and green lights, the dark yet glittering view is breathtakingly magnificent at night. For sea-food lovers, there is Al Dana restaurant offering a taste of delicacies from under the sea. For rejuvenating breaks from all the activity, is the Dhofar Piano Lounge. Enjoy your evening with a refreshing tea or coffee accompanied with snacks at the central high ceiling lounge. Try your fingers at the Steinway grand piano set in the middle of the lounge, if you have love for the keyboards. A British style pub, The Cove English Pub, is there on the third floor, complete with dart board, billiards, and happy hours from 7 p.m. onwards. Divided into executive and presidential suites, the fully furnished rooms provide a relaxing view of the sea and mountains, and the central pool. The resort also has a Tennis and badminton courts, cardio-vascular gym, business centre, a kids centre and a library with quite an elaborate collection of books, with the option of dining and breakfast available within the library. Boasting to be the only resort with a natural white sand beach, and rocky beach in Salalah, the resort also has 27 villas or chalets for those looking for more privacy and intimacy. The resort has its own exclusive diving centre as well offering water adventure sports like snorkelling and scuba diving to its guests, and the Frankincense spa, a Thai massage centre, by Chavana.