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Sidab Hike: A scenic trail in Oman

Posted on February 28, 2025February 28, 2025

If you’re looking for a nice, relatively short hike with good sunrise and sea views, check out Sidab. I’ve been a couple of times and have enjoyed the final stop at the beach. Here are a few tips when visiting. The path of Sidab hike in Oman The beginning of the path requires walking up…

Breathing, Mindset, and Cold Baths: A wellness experience in Oman

Posted on January 25, 2025January 25, 2025

If you’re in Muscat, Oman, and looking for something different on your travels, have you considered participating in a breathing, mindset, and cold bath workshop? I’ve done a cold bath in Oman workshop twice with certified level 2 Wim Hof Method instructor Thomas Kleefeld, and each time, I’ve had more energy and focus. Below, I’ve…

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How to explore Fanja, Oman

Posted on December 27, 2024December 27, 2024

One place that pleasantly surprised me was Fanja, about a 50-minute drive from Wadi Kabir. On the way to Jebel Shams, I once stopped at the souq and decided several years later to see what else was there. It was more than I expected, including a nice wadi walk, the fort, the souq, and a…

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The Best 11 things to do in Muscat

Posted on October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Several activities keep you busy while you’re visiting Muscat. Whether you want to go ice skating, learn about Oman’s history at museums, take in views of the Muttrah corniche, or buy souvenirs at the souq, there’s plenty to see and do. Below, I’ve suggested the best eleven things to do in Muscat to enjoy your…

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6 Wadis to escape the heat in Oman

Posted on September 29, 2024September 29, 2024

There are plenty of places to hike and swim in the wadis in Oman while the weather is still warm. I usually stop swimming in November because the water is too cold for me, but swimming is still possible if you do not mind getting cold. Wadis are an excellent way to cool off in…

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Five things to do in Muscat, Oman

Posted on November 1, 2022April 6, 2024

Oman is an oasis, and I feel lucky to live here. A friend of mine recently came to visit from China, but he did not have enough time to go around. I wanted to take him to Sur, where I live, but time only permitted us to stay in Muscat. While there is plenty to…

Recent Posts

  • Eid in Oman: City adventures, wadis, and beaches
  • Step back in time: Ibra and Mudayrib ancient settlements
  • Sidab Hike: A scenic trail in Oman
  • Exploring Jebel Shams: Tips for hiking the summit
  • Breathing, Mindset, and Cold Baths: A wellness experience in Oman

Recent Posts

  • Eid in Oman: City adventures, wadis, and beaches
  • Step back in time: Ibra and Mudayrib ancient settlements
  • Sidab Hike: A scenic trail in Oman
  • Exploring Jebel Shams: Tips for hiking the summit
  • Breathing, Mindset, and Cold Baths: A wellness experience in Oman

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