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Oman (Bradt Travel Guides) Paperback – July 1, 2022

by Diana Darke (Author), Tony Walsh (Author)
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This new, fully updated fifth edition of Bradt's Oman offers all the information needed to plan a visit to this rapidly developing Arabian nation, written by experts Tony Walsh, a veteran of Oman's travel industry, and Diana Darke, who originally worked for the Omani government in 1980 and has remained acquainted with the country ever since. All parts of the country are covered, including areas not featured by other guides, and Arabic script for town names is detailed to aid on-the-ground navigation and exploration.

New for this edition are coverage of the restored medieval walled town of Manah, with its labyrinth of passages and mud-brick houses, developments at the UNESCO site of Ubar at Ash Shisr, and in Muscat the fort at Mutrah, with its panoramic views over the Corniche. Also covered are the seasonal cloudforest in Dhofar in the south, the mountains of the north that leap from the plains to over 3,000 metres, the two major international airports in Muscat and Salalah, transport and road developments making access from Dubai quicker and improving the journey into the Wihibah Sands, and new hotels and restaurants, from luxury to simple. For outdoor enthusiasts, adventure tourism, extreme sports (including caving and the via ferrata climbing route) and catamaran sailing are all covered, as well as birdwatching.

Whether trekking little used mountain paths or visiting small villages wrapped around date oases, browsing the local market or enjoying the weekend camel and horse races, Bradt's Oman is an indispensable companion. From the famed Rub Al Khali, the world's largest sand desert, to the northern coastal town of Qurayyat, it offers everything you need for a successful trip.



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Tony Walsh has been writing about Oman since 1999. He took his readers across the desert to join in camel racing, to the shores of the Arabian Sea on a hunt for abalone and to the mountain heights in search of Oman's fragrant Damask rose. Following his update for the 4th edition of the Bradt guide to Oman, Tony is delighted to include Oman's latest attraction in the 5th edition of this guide.

Diana Darke, the original author of Bradt's Oman, first worked in the country for the Omani government in 1980, and remained acquainted with Oman for over 30 years. With a BA in Arabic (Oxford) and an MA in Islamic Art and Architecture (SOAS, London) her in-depth cultural background knowledge is second to none. She is the author of 16 guidebooks on Turkey and the Middle East including Bradt's Eastern Turkey and Syria guides.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bradt Travel Guides
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 1, 2022
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Fifth
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1784776807
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1784776800
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.43 x 0.81 x 8.58 inches
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From 1986 to 2016, I called Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the U.A.E. home, immersing myself in the region's vibrant culture and diverse landscapes.

Over that time I managed department stores in Saudi Arabia, opened my own retail business in Oman, and enjoyed operating a Disney retail franchise there. Taking advantage of serendipity, after a business slump in 2001/2003, I was contracted by the U.S.A.F. to deliver small construction projects at their two Oman bases.

My business morphed into an inbound tour operator, allowing me to share the wonders of Arabia with countless visitors. I've explored all the Arabian Peninsula, including Yemen, both solo and with groups, uncovering hidden gems and sharing local secrets.

I was fortunate to write magazine articles allowing readers of international publications to enjoy the region; crafted in-house booklets for Oman's Ministry of Tourism; and also penned a coffee-table book that the Ministry funded.

Since 2016, I've continued to write about Arabia offering a distilled essence of my knowledge, and lead occasional tours.

I hope you will enjoy reading about the region in my books.

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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Essential travel information for OMAN
    Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Using it to plan my family leisure trip to Oman during mid-December,2024.
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  • Happy Parent
    2.0 out of 5 stars Outdated
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This is one of the worst guide books I've ever used. Museum hours and fees are wrong, hotel descriptions are inaccurate, list of sights puzzling. For example, it describes Muttrah Souq as one of the best in the Middle East, and very authentic, while in reality it is full of junk from India and the prices are so high (USD 125 for a Omani cap) it is impossible to bargain. It described the Muscat Corniche as one of the most beautiful walks in the country but it was completely devoid of all charm. It directed us to restaurants that were blatant tourist traps (they bring you plates you didn't order and try to charge you for it), Worst, it failed to provide significant background on the sights. It failed to warn of the country-wide taxi scam, where prices are all fixed at an outrageously high rate (USD 16 for a 1.6 km ride) and none of the taxis have meters or accept credit cards. This is the 2022 edition so it should have been up to date.
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  • Dr. Ken
    3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, Poorly Written
    Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    In general I have liked and been impressed by Bradt Guides. This one to Oman is an exception, written in a list-like style in which it is difficult to glean what might be of interest. It’s as though it’s been compiled by a cartographer rather than a travel guide writer, with special emphasis on how to drive into towns and little about their qualities or sites. An example: “Khasab, 42km from the UAE border, is Musandam’s main town (although only a relatively small fishing port) and is the next town you come to when traveling around the west coast. Khasab and its associated villages are home to 29,688 of Musandam’s approximate population of 49,062. This is the northernmost wilayat in Oman and its geographic area overlooks both the Arabian Gulf to the northwest and the Seo of Oman to the east. Khasab’s previous mainstays were fishing and agriculture…”. One learns that “government employment, tourism and trade, notably with Iran, are key elements of the economy,” but not why one would, or would not, be interested in the place. The whole guide is like this. The excellent Rough Guide Oman and compact but informative Insights Guide are far superior, from my point of view.
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  • Lester
    2.0 out of 5 stars Few maps and photos
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 7, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Very very detailed. Seems to be a guide for self drive tourists. Few maps and photos. Not easy to get overall picture of country and key attractions.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide
    Reviewed in Germany on February 4, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    As usual, Beadt guides are very detailed with off the beaten path tips.
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  • Michel Vanbergen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Pratique et adapté pour un voyage en indépendant
    Reviewed in France on April 14, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Comme à chaque fois, le guide Bradt donne les informations pratiques pour un voyage en indépendant. Il est complet et contient cartes et plans pour gérer son voyage. Récent et pertinent.
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  • Stefano
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oman
    Reviewed in Italy on January 29, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Mi piacerebbe visitare l’Oman a seguito Podcast the Essential dove si parlava dei viaggi di Kipling
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  • Al
    4.0 out of 5 stars Relativ aktueller Reiseführer
    Reviewed in Germany on February 17, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Zusammen mit einem weiteren (etwas weniger aktuellen) Reiseführer von Dumont war der relativ aktuelle Bradt Travel Guide ein guter und auch durchaus unterhaltsamer Begleiter im Oman. Die Schwierigkeit beim Reiseführer begleiteten Reisen derzeit ist ja überall ähnlich - durch die Pandemie hat sich das touristischen Angebot teils drastisch geändert und vieles in noch nicht überarbeiteten Reiseführern existiert einfach nicht mehr oder hat relevante Änderungen erfahren. Diesen Reiseführer kann ich für aktuelle Reisen im Oman (und die Vorbereitung darauf) ohne Vorbehalte empfehlen, wenngleich auch ein paar Sachen hier ebenfalls schon nicht mehr aktuell waren. Da man dafür ja nun sensibilisiert ist, überprüft man eh nochmal online/vor Ort, wie die Lage ist.
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