Oman Tourism News
Oman Air Holidays launches new golf-focused product
Oman Air Holidays has announced the launch of a new bespoke golf package that combines inbound tour operating expertise with local golfing knowledge provided by Arabian Greens Tours.
Oman Airports prepares for World Travel Awards arrival
This autumn World Travel Awards will head to Oman for its annual Grand Final. As preparations get underway for the event, Breaking Travel News here speaks to Mohammed Al Lawati, senior development manager with Oman Airports, about what guests can expect from the prestigious event.
Emirates brings Airbus A380 to Muscat route
Emirates is gearing up for a big summer in Muscat with the deployment of double daily A380 flights from tomorrow. The airline will operate the A380 on EK862/863 and EK864/865 to and from Muscat International Airport.
Al Baleed Resort Salalah launches new wellness programme
Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara is helping guests kick-start their early summer bodies with a new wellness programme featuring a unique ‘a la carte’ concept.
Ardhah recognised with UNESCO heritage status
Ardhah means ‘to perform’ in Arabic and the horse and camel Ardhah is a spectacular performance that often takes place during religious and national celebrations.
Radisson Hotel Group signs two new properties in Oman
Radisson Hotel Group has revealed two new hotel signings in Oman; Radisson Hotel Apartments, Muscat Hills, and Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Apartments, Salalah.
Dagmo Ahmed Jama, aviation marketing manager, Oman Airports
With the new terminal at Muscat International Airport new operational, Dagmo Ahmed Jama, aviation marketing manager for Oman Airports, tells Breaking Travel News what impact the facility will have on the tourism sector in the country. With World Travel Awards also preparing to host its Grand Final in Oman next year, we find out more about the prestigious event.
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, reopens in Oman
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, has reopened following a period of extensive enhancements that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences, and new culinary options.
Oman welcomes increase in visitor numbers as new airport opens
Visitor numbers to the Middle Eastern tourism hotspot of Oman grew by almost five per cent in 2017, according to recent figures published by the ministry of tourism.
Mandarin Oriental signs on for Muscat, Oman, property
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new resort and branded residences in Muscat, Oman, which is expected to open in 2021.
Nagy Abu Zeid, senior manager, strategic planning, Muscat International Airport, Oman
A new terminal at Muscat International Airport has seen the location recognised as the Middle East’s Leading New Tourism Development Project by the World Travel Awards. Here Nagy Abu Zeid, senior manager of strategic planning at the airport, tells Breaking Travel News what the honour means to the team.
Mehdi Othmani, general manager, Hilton Salalah Resort
Mehdi Othmani, general manager at the Hilton Salalah Resort in Oman, talks to Breaking Travel News about the importance of sustainability in the hospitality sector. Having been recognised with Green Globe certification, he tells us responsible tourism is vital for the future of the industry.