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Jaleel Al Balushi
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LOCAL CULTURE
Clothing
Bring a light jacket during Winter for cool evenings. Don't forget your swimwear.
What to wear
Oman is a Muslim country: please dress modestly but comfortably. Woman should wear skirts below the knee.
Tips
A guest can tip the staff at his discretion.
Weather
The climate in Muscat is hot and humid from April till September, and pleasant with temperature ranging from 18 to 23 in the evenings from October till April.
Weekends
Remember, our weekends are Thursday and Friday.
DID YOU KNOW?
First time
Oman was the first Arab country to appoint a woman to head an overseas embassy.
Perfume
Amouage Gold is the most complex and most expensive perfume in the world with 120 ingredients. The bottle is made of French lead crystal and the top of 24ct gold.
Sindbad
The legendary sailor Sindbad set sail from Oman. There's a replica of the type of boat he would have used at the Al Bustan roundabout.
World record
The chandelier at the Sultan Qaboos Mosque is the biggest chandelier in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
WHAT TO PACK?
Excursions
Oman is a country of adventure - don't forget strong shoes and casual clothes for your trips. Make sure you bring your driving licence so you can hire a 4x4 and explore the desert.
Money
Bring some local currency, Omani rials, to cover incidentals from the airport to the hotel. You can change dollars or euros at the bank inside the hotel.
Sun Protection
Ensure that you bring with you sun block for your protection.