Oman is a beautiful and unspoiled country with a diverse terrain of mountains, deserts and seascapes - an outdoor enthusiast's dream come true.
In a nutshell
From diving to photography and rock climbing to ice skating, Oman offers a variety of activities to suit the taste of any traveller! If you are looking for a modern destination, you will find cosmopolitan shopping malls and well-equipped water sports facilities, alongside traditional and ancient trading towns, where you can smell the aroma of frankincense. Very much an Islamic country, resplendent mosques jostle alongside large hotel complexes.
Getting there
Flight Details - Gulf Air flights to Muscat depart daily from London Heathrow.
Flying Time - 7 hours 40 min
Flight Upgrades - Business class upgrades from £499 per person each way.
Time - GMT +4 hours
Currency - Omani Rial
Visa Requirements - British citizens require a visa, which can be obtained from the Oman embassy.
Language - The official language is Arabic. English is widely spoken.
Alcohol - Legal drinking age is 21.
Religious Periods - There are restrictions on alcohol consumption, restaurant facilities and entertainment during the holy month of Ramadan (which will start around 09-10 Sep '08), Eid and other religious periods.
Please see our dedicated Dubai, the Emirates & Oman 2008 brochure for more information and a wider choice of hotels, tours and sightseeing options in the Middle East.