Boasting a unique and diverse culture, Oman will undoubtedly enchant you with its old-world charm. Now with direct flights to Muscat from London and Manchester, it is the obvious choice for both those seeking a short break in the winter sun, or a longer self-drive holiday along its scenic highways. Intrigued? Here's22 fantastic photos of this Middle Eastern gem.
Tombs and forts
A long and varied history as given Oman four entries to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Read more
Date night
Find out why Omani men spend January and February up a tree pollinating their dates. Read more
Tony takes over
Tony Walsh, author of our Oman guidebook, took over our Instragram in December. Read more
Drive time
Find out which Omani road made it onto our list of the world's greatest drives! Read more
Oman – available now!
Bradt's is the most up-to-date and informative guide to Oman, the Arabian peninsula's most welcoming destination, fully revised and updated by an author who has been living in Oman and Arabia since 1986. Oman is finally reaping the economic benefit of its location between Europe, Africa and Asia with substantial investment in major shipping ports and significant expansion of the national airline with new routes to Western Europe and East Asia. This new edition covers the recent substantial investment in new airport facilities and upmarket accommodation and also features the historic UNESCO towns of Samharam and Al Balid. Click here to buy with a 10% discount.
