Holidaying from Oman
While
you are living in Oman you will have the opportunity to travel
to other countries that are now much closer than they
are from your home country. And being a teacher there will be
many school holidays, short ones and long ones, to allow short
weekend breaks or longer vacations.
First, there is the Middle East and Africa.
Jordan is packed with religious and historical sites,
incredible architecture and amazing landscapes. A trip to
Petra, a dip in the Dead Sea and a camp in the Wadi Rum are
must-dos. It is only 3 hours and 40 minutes flight time from
Oman and the best time to go is between October and April.
Egypt is undoubtedly an ideal trip for history fans, home to
one of the oldest civilizations in the world as exemplified by
the pyramids and the historical sites in Luxor. It is only 4
hours away and the best time to visit is between October and
April. Kenya (when politically stable) captures the epic beauty
of Africa and offers the opportunity to spot the big five on a
wildlife safari. Head there between August and October to
witness the spectacle of the annual migration when two million
wildebeest move over the great plains of the Masai Mara. You
can fly from Dubai and it takes just 5 hours.
Next on the agenda is the Indian Ocean teeming with gorgeous
idyllic islands. Sri Lanka offers the chance of an
exotic holiday on a small budget. There are great beach, safari
and touring opportunities and the best time to go is between
October and March. The Maldives are undoubtedly a destination
best suited for those wanting to chill out on the beach and
explore the amazing underwater scenery. You can get a direct
flight from Dubai and the journey is about 4 hours. The
Seychelles, with its balmy weather throughout the year, offers
an archipelago of tropical islands of gorgeous white sands and
warm turquoise waters. It is about 4.5 hours from Dubai.
Further into Asia there is great deal from which to
choose, so here are just a few. India is a land of
contrasts from the beautiful beaches of Goa, to the vibrant
city of Mumbai, to the imposing mountains of Kashmir. Do not
forget the Taj Mahal in Agra and rose pink city of Jaipur. You
can get direct flights from Oman to Mumbai taking just 3
hours.
Thailand is blessed with beautiful beaches and numerous
luxury resorts in areas such as Phuket and Koh Samui, and of
course Bangkok is a bustling city with a vibrant nightlife.
Gulf Air flies from Muscat and it takes 6 hours. Malaysia is a
natural paradise spread over hundreds of little islands full of
untouched little villages and jungles full of exotic animals.
Flying time from Muscat is 6.5 hours and the best time to go is
between April and October.
There is a lot to offer in eastern Europe too. Cyprus
is only about 3 hours from Dubai (unfortunately most flights
are through Dubai). There are great beaches, mountain locations
and quiet country villages to explore. Turkey is an amazing
place to visit, in particular the city of Istanbul. There is
history, culture, beaches, mountains and great weather. It is 4
hours away and the best time to visit is between April and June
and September to October. Greece is another favorite holiday
spot; picture postcard islands set in azure seas. From the
quiet whitewashed villages set in superlative isolated
surroundings, to the busy tourist beaches of Corfu, Crete and
Mykonos. Just 4 hours away.
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experiences in the Middle East
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