Oman: The Bradt Travel Guide

EAN/UPC/ISBN Code 9781841621685


Focusing on the needs of both the traveler and the expatriate worker, this new guide is the definitive book on travel to and within Oman, providing the most in-depth and up-to-date information possible. The modern coastal city of Muscat provides a gateway to scuba diving, dhow cruising, and turtle watching among other vacation pursuits, while the ancient inner regions provide ideal terrain to take a 4WD through wadis or desert to explore this home of frankincense. Some of the most luxurious hotels in the Middle East are in Oman, so this guide is suitable for wealthy travelers and backpackers alike. Features include: *Oman"s history, region by region*Local culture and traditions*Accommodations and restaurants to suit all budgets, including resorts and spas*Exploration of the whole country, including areas with only limited coverage in other guidebooks