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From Khasab it is possible to take dhow or fishing boat trips out into the fjords, visiting the isolated beaches of Khawr Ash Shamm to enjoy a barbecue lunch. On the way, guests can dolphin-watch and peer up at the vertiginous slopes.
Virgin waters provide ideal conditions for dive and snorkel enthusiasts at sites such as Oakley Island, Lima Rock and Ghubbat As Shabbus.
Hotel snapshot
The 60-room Golden Tulip Khasab offers the only accommodation option for over- nighters keen to explore the fjords by day. The hotel offers interconnecting rooms, balcony dining, pools for adults and chil- dren, gym, games room, children's play area and a PADI Dive Centre.
For the ultimate luxury getaway experi- ence, try the eco-resort Six Senses Zighy Bay. Accommodation options comprise 82 beachfront villas equipped with private pools, a Private Reserve, and two Retreats. The Private Reserve has four bedrooms, a private spa suite, gym, yoga studio, pri- vate wine cellar, a maids/nanny quarters, private security office and oversized infinity swimming pool. A live-in butler and 24- hour chef are available on call.
TOP 10 REASONS TO CHOOSE OMAN 1.Easily accessible
6. Diversity
Oman is strategically situated at a global crossroads connecting the east to the west and the north to the south. The Sultanate's flag carrier, Oman Air, is expanding rapidly and now flies to destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Africa.
2.A modern country
Oman is a progressive Arab state where Eng- lish is widely spoken.
3. Hospitality
Oman is very visitor friendly and is a destination where traditional hospitality and international service standards go hand in hand.
4. Sustainability
Oman is a highly eco-aware country and is taking the necessary measures to protect its environment with several eco-tourism projects to ensure sustainability and preservation. Oman boasts many unique and endangered wildlife species, particularly turtles, and so efforts are being made to protect them and their marine environment.
5. Focused infrastructure The country has a distinct focus on high-end tourism with infrastructure investments geared towards this market from both a leisure and business perspective. The Sultanate's Ministry of Tourism has clearly stated that its key aim is to attract upmarket, higher yield visitors rather than great quantities. The meetings industry is also high on the agenda with a strong infra- structure to support it.
Oman is arguably the most diverse Gulf country in terms of its natural attributes, historical and cultural sights and activities on offer. From the mountains of the north to the lush green south where monsoon ('Khareef') season hits every summer and the sand dunes and wadis in be- tween, the terrain is vast and offers adventure activities galore. The destination also boasts a rich marine life, home to dolphins, turtles and magnificent coral reefs.
7. Hotels
Oman boasts a bevy of world-class hotels with many well-equipped to deal with the ever-increas- ing amount of meetings business the destination is attracting. Additional properties are in the pipeline, as well as unique high-end tented camps for a team-building event or culturally inspired incentive.
8. Secure
Oman is deemed one of the safest countries in the world.
9.Authenticity
Oman boasts a rich culture and has preserved its Arabic traditions and heritage. The destination offers an authentic Omani experience, whether you are planning your meeting or event in Muscat, Salalah, in tented camps or mountain villages.
10. Back to nature
Oman not only offers an authentic experience, but also a natural one. Forget high rises and mega malls and head to a landscape dotted with mountainous terrain, old forts, avenues of souks, wadis and lagoons.
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