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A photographer’s dream: capturing the magic of Dhofar’s Sarb season

Dr Sachin SinghFor anyone passionate about photography, the Sarb season in Dhofar is nothing short of a dream. Running from mid-September through late October —and occasionally stretching into early November—this...

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At the Forefront of Oman’s Growing Adventure Scene for Women

At the Forefront of Oman’s Growing Adventure Scene for Women

Istanbul's ferries, a beloved link between two continents

A passenger waits on the Pasabahce ferryboat docked at Kabatas port in Istanbul, on August 21, 2025. For nearly two centuries, the white ferries gliding over the Bosphorus have provided an iconic link for countless passengers travelling between Istanbul's European shores and its Asian side.

Salalah’s Monsoon Magic: The Transformative Power of Khareef

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The 'good people' battling to save Romania's cultural treasures

Tourist enjoy sulfurous thermal water in landscaped swimming pools restored by a group of young architects led by Oana Chirila, next to Cerna riverbed in Baile Herculane on July 29, 2025. With graffiti now covering the crumbling walls of the main thermal baths in one of Europe's oldest spa towns, a group of young architects hopes to restore the picturesque Romanian resort that once attracted emperors after decades of neglect and corruption. - TO GO WITH AFP STORY by Ani SANDU (Photo by Daniel MIHAILESCU / AFP) / TO GO WITH AFP STORY by Ani SANDU

An Unexpected Encounter with Oman’s Marine Wonders: A Lesson in Ethical Wildlife Watching

An Unexpected Encounter with Oman’s Marine Wonders: A Lesson in Ethical Wildlife Watching

Your khareef visit is not complete without stopping by the emerald valleys of Al San

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Go beyond the tourist trail into Sarfait’s majestic seclusion

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Century-old artifacts and discovering the secrets of the National Museum

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How Young Omanis Are Reclaiming Summer’s True Spirit

How Young Omanis Are Reclaiming Summer’s True Spirit

Tourism boom sparks backlash in historic heart of Athens

Tourism boom sparks backlash in historic heart of Athens

The battle to beat jet lag: Can an app make a difference?

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How to put your phone in vacation mode

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The remote village of Al-Si is Musandam's coastal gem of natural beauty

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How to pick up the local language before you go

Speaking — even trying to speak — a language will help open doors on your next trip, and achieving a “survival level” might be easier than you think. (Weston Wei/The New York Times)

Ayn Hamran: A tranquil green retreat just outside Salalah

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