The Sultanate of Oman, the second largest country in the Arabian Gulf, occupies the south-eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula facing on to the Indian Ocean. Oman was just brought back to the light in 1970 after having been reclusive from the modern world by a repressive ruler for over decades. Since then, Oman has developed an upmarket tourism sector. With 1700 Km of coastline, and clean, unpolluted waters, Oman is one of the best kept secrets in the diving world.
The Omanians are also widely known as the most friendly and hospitable people in the Middle East. Oman’s capital Muscat has a strong emphasis on a respect for traditional Arabic and Islamic styles, and the city is dominated by the Sultan’s palace, buildings of the Royal Court and government offices. Oman’s other main districts are the port town Khasab and the most populated city Salalah.
Oman is a predominantly Muslim country and visitors should respect religious sensitivity. For women travelers, it is important to dress modestly with long skirts or dresses (below the knee) and long sleeves top. To discover the charm of the Arabian region, Oman offers a variety of accommodation options including discount hotels in Oman. Please select a destination to access our comprehensive list of discount hotels in Oman.