Archive for the ‘Oman’ Category
Oman’s Port Sultan Qaboos to Become Cruise Hub
MUSCAT, Oman – His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said has given directives to shift the cargo and container operations from Port Sultan Qaboos (PSQ) to Sohar port and convert PSQ as an exclusive tourism port, a statement from the Transport and Communications Ministry and Tourism Ministry said on Saturday.
July 18, 2011
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From Austria to Oman on a motorbike – Biking across Oman
Story & Photo By AFTAB H. KOLA, etn | May, 2010 MUSCAT, Oman – For Franz Terzer, an Austrian biker, zooming into uncharted territories is a child’s play. Covering 9,000 kms on a Honda motorcycle all alone over a six-week period in Oman, Franz still looks fresh. The intrepid started from his native place called [...]
May 28, 2010
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The magnificent geology of Oman
Photo and Story By Aftab H. Kola, eTN | May, 2010 Oman is replete with nature’s unique geological features. Here, you can find nature as a great artist. The country offers a unique experience with geological wonders, which are natural works of art. Taking advantage of these amazing natural sculptures, the government of Oman is [...]
May 17, 2010
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Mountain biking in Oman has its ups and downs!
By Aftab H. Kola, eTN | March, 2010 Demand for adventure sports tourism is on the rise in Oman. Thanks to the mountain biking group for taking the initiative in promoting the adventure sport, it is catching the fancy of tourists willing to feel the rush of adrenaline.
March 10, 2010
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Oman’s Political Stability Makes Tourism Possible
Oman has the most up-and-coming tourism industry in the Gulf, and more and more people are booking Oman holidays. It is in a prime location to develop its already budding tourism industry, and it is in an economic position to do so. With new facilities and resorts being developed, it is a perfect time to [...]
September 7, 2009
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Tourism potential in Dhofar, Oman
SALALAH – Dr Rajha bint Abdulameer bin Ali, minister of tourism, met businessmen, businesswomen and investors in the tourism sector in Dhofar Governorate at the Salalah branch of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) yesterday.
August 24, 2009
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OMAN PLANS TO LURE 12 MILLION VISITORS BY 2020
Sultanate of Oman plans to lure 12 million visitors by 2020. Various tourism projects are under way to achieve this goal. Among them is e.g. the upgrading of the country’s transport infrastructure. The economy of the Sultanate of Oman is largely dependent on oil production with other sectors playing a minor role. The Oman Ministry of [...]
April 22, 2009
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Rajiha Oman opens tourism college
MUSCAT – Oman Tourism College was officially inaugurated by Dr Rajiha bint Abdulamir bin Ali, minister of tourism, at a high-profile ceremony yesterday. The college is in line with the vision of His Majesty the Sultan who reaffirmed the necessity to give the tourism sector priority in the future development programme as it is well [...]
February 11, 2008
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High-speed ferries to give boost to tourism
(TVLW) – Two high-speed passenger ferries that Oman ordered in the middle of last year with Australian shipbuilding firm Austal are getting ready for their launch. The identical vessels, named ‘Shinas’ and ‘Hormuz’, will have a top speed of over 100 kmph, making them the fastest diesel-powered ferries in the world.
December 26, 2007
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Grand mosque in Omn permits non-Muslims
By Aftab H. Kola Affected by Cyclone Guno, one of Middle East's finest mosques, the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Oman, has recently re-opened for Muslims and non-Muslims. MUSCAT, Oman (eTN) – One of Middle East's finest mosques, the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Oman, has recently re-opened for Muslims and non-Muslims.
September 18, 2007
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