Joanna James
Looking for a serene oasis to spend your holiday? Oman is an interesting place to visit combining breathtaking natural beauty, a huge choice of outdoor activities, well-preserved traditions, welcoming people, and fascinating architecture.
Avoid the rainy season! This will sound bizarre since Oman usually possesses a dry climate. If you are looking forward to getting the best out of your holiday in Oman, it is better to avoid the three months, July, August, and September. During these months the average rainfall ranges between 25-30mm. Therefore, those who visit Oman during these months can hardly try out an exciting activity other than 'walk in the clouds!'
You'll find no better place to try out some coastal adventures other than Oman's huge coastline. There are many environmentally friendly beaches where one can try out diving, jet skiing, snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up-paddle boading, and sailing. Those who plan to stay at one of the many Muscat hotels such as Avani Muscat Hotel can experience a range of watersports as well as mountain trekking excursions to spice up the vacation. If you are not fond of any of these water sport activities, you can simply choose a deserted beach like Bimmah Beach to have a fantastic camping adventure.
Omani cuisine has a strong link with Oman's culture. Its exceptional traditional mouthwatering cuisine proves much evidence for it and therefore, you should spend some time trying out some of its wonderful dishes in an Omani restaurant in Muscat. Cook your way through the Sultanate with recipes such as Zanzibari coconut-creamed spinach, citrusy seafood paplou soup and turmeric-tinted chicken madrouba. Dates are very popular among Omani people and often they consider this fruit as a divine gift. It's eaten fresh!
Oman is known the world over for its breathtaking nature. It has no shortage of appealing landscapes to inspire to extend your holiday in this wonderful destination. Do not miss visiting its stunning mountains: Jebel Misht, Jebel Shams (The Sun Mountain), Jebel Ghawil, Jebel Akhdar (The Green Mountain) and Jebel Samhan, wadis in Arabic Valley, sand dunes, mesmeric beaches, and natural paradises like Bimmah Sinkhole and Salalah. This natural diversity in Oman appeals to all leisure travellers who love to explore off the beaten track and explore. It will look like a totally new country for one's much-awaited holiday gateway.
Looking for some of the best picnic hotspots in Oman? You should definitely make a visit to the Marneef Cave which is in close proximity to the Al Mughsayl Beach. As you go down to the blowholes, you can capture a better view of this wonderful cave. Laze by the beach to immerse in spectacular seascapes. Also known as Mughsayl Natural Fountains, there are three impressive blowholes at a stone's throw away from the Marneef cave. When the sea is rough, you can witness how sea water explodes into the air through these holes. You will also find a sitting area near these blowholes to enjoy the spectacular scenery around. The view is indeed fascinating!
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