Oman

 Ashura is a significant occasion for all Muslims, but it is particularly important for Muslims practicing the Shia branch of Islam. Little known to outsiders, Shias in Oman quietly observe this occasion openly…

 The best time to visit Oman is… well, it depends on a lot of factors. The climate and weather being the most significant.…

 Here in the Muslim world it is the holy month of Ramadan, where worshipers fast during daylight hours to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Mohamed. The major mosques in…

 This month I am sending you an audio postcard from the town of Ibri at the animal market.…

On March 21, 2018, the government of Oman opened the doors to the new Muscat International Airport terminal. While this is the logical next step for a country seeking to attract increased revenue from…

On Eid al Fitr, local carrier SalamAir launches flight service to Tbilisi, the capital of the Republic of Georgia. This opens up very easy access, direct from Oman. An opportunity you should snatch up. …

 Oman is full of exciting places to explore. Places like our lush canyons and soft deserts. However, this excitement doesn’t just reside in far flung and off-road locations. Most of these interesting places are…