Oman Dust Storm

Dust Storms in Oman occasionally come from the north, either Iran or Pakistan moving over The Gulf and into Oman.

Cruise Ships arrive in Muscat

While waiting for our guests to disembark I managed to get a few pictures of the arrival of two Cruise Ships in Muscat.  They offer a contrast in size and style.

Silver Wind enters Muscat Port

The Silver Wind is a firm favourite with those looking for a luxurious experience while the Brilliance excels in offering an inexpensive cruise in the sun.

Brilliance of the Seas enters Mina Qaboos

The Silver Wind just beat the Brilliance of the Seas into Muscat’s Mina Qaboos on Wednesday and so either by plan or serendipity was able to bearth at the cruise terminal

Oman’s Tourism and Geology Combine

I last met Ross Dowling when he hosted a seminar for Oman’s Tour Guides – so it was really nice to meet up with him again – this time for a several day conference on GeoTourism.

Ross Dowling

Its hoped that the conference will

Escape to Oman’s Mountains

Climbing for almost 2 kilometers up into the sky is a tough task, but fortunately during our Oman tour our vehicle is sturdy and did it reasonably comfortably. The views on the route are great

Over Looking the Oman Coast

- but our drive was not for the view alone but some of Oman’s wonderful

Amsterdam in Muscat

Gently maneuvering into Port Sultan Qaboos, the Amsterdam arrived into Muscat .

Amsterdam Docks in Muscat

We took our guests who had booked a day tour during on their holiday,  into Oman and the gold and green world of the Wahiba Desert . In the distance, slithering down a sand dune