A New Vacation Destination: Muscat Holidays
If you are planning an international travel adventure, then look past the typical list of destinations, such as Paris or Spain. Consider a vacation to a lesser known, but equally beautiful locale such as Oman. Officially known as the Sultanate of Oman, this lovely Middle Eastern destination is located in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula. It borders more well-known neighbors Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and the United Arab Emirates. Considered a relatively safe country to visit by the State Department, the country has no history of terrorism and few occurrences of violent crime.
Although there are many sites to see throughout the country, the best place to start your travels is the capital city of Muskat. There you will find the best of the Oman hotels. If you want to rest in luxury, then stay at the Al Bustan Palace Hotel or The Chedi Muscat. Of course, there are more budget friendly Muscat hotels such as the Golden Oasis Hotel (in the middle of the city), The Muscat Holidays Hotel, and the Crown Plaza. From the Crown Plaza you can see the beautiful beaches that await you. Also, be sure to do some dolphin watching and join a camel safari during your visit.
Winter may be the best time of all to enjoy Muscat holidays. The average temperatures during November and December stays in 80 to 90 degree range. The warm climate makes for a very refreshing change of pace if you are usually shoveling snow that time of year.
Shaw Travel specialises in luxury holidays to Oman. It is a part of the world still relatively new to the international tourist but that is part of its charm. Shaw Travel offers individually crafted and tailored holidays to Oman with a combination of adventure and culture.
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