Spotted Stories
Alila Hinu Bay Set to Welcome International Guests
Alila Hinu Bay, the newest addition to Alila Hotels & Resorts, is ready to welcome international guests for the first time, following the recent announcement of borders in Oman re-opening to…
September 15, 2021
Five Guys Muscat, Oman: I Love The Concept, Decor and Burger!
Burgers | Oman GCC Middle East
May 13, 2018
Burgers
Five Guys Muscat, Oman: I Love The Concept, Decor and Burger!
Five Guys is a family business started by the Murrell family and, as the name suggests, includes five sons, the “five guys.” With its first opening 30 years ago near Washington DC, Five…
May 13, 2018
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Airports
Muscat’s Airport Beautiful Primeclass Business Lounge
With its high ceiling and long glass facades, Muscat’s business lounge is an impressive masterpiece where luxury and style blend together. It looks and feels like the reception of a five stars…
April 10, 2018
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Oman
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Semsom Lebanese Restaurant: A Lebanese Escape in Muscat, Oman!
I’ve been to Semsom Oman many times already, enjoying the experience and feeling like walking home! Today, I am trying the Muscat Grand Mall Branch.
Located on the firs
April 10, 2018
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Oman
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Dukanah: A Traditional Experience in Muscat
Traditionally Omani, Dukanah is a local restaurant transporting to the era of our ancestors. Build around a traditional local setup decorated with wood and clay walls; you feel the vibes of an old…
April 08, 2018
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Oman
Zehlawi: Homey Traditional Lebanese Cuisine in Oman
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Oman GCC Middle East
April 03, 2018
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Zehlawi: Homey Traditional Lebanese Cuisine in Oman
Lebanese and proud, a Lebanese concept newly open in Muscat, for a month only, has been serving flavors of our land and traditional recipes from Zahle. Charbel is born in 1976 written clearly on the…
April 03, 2018
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Oman
Hotels
Ramada Hotel: Your Business Stay in Muscat
Sleeping at The Ramada Muscat for the third time already, I could feel the improvement. A calm business hotel located in Al Shatti2, welcomes you in its wide rooms designed for working travelers…
Airports
The New, State of The Art, Muscat International Airport is Now Open; The First Pictures
I say "state of the art" because it really is one of the most beautiful airports I’ve been to; open for only five days, I had the honor, the pleasure and the chance to be one of the few to…
Hotels
Sifawy Boutique Hotel, Oman: A Relaxing Stay by the Sea
Our tour in Oman continues with a stop by the sea, at Sifawy Boutique Hotel. A beautiful resort over viewing the beautiful waves... You will find a Marina, different kinds of rooms, apartments and…
The Steak Company: Muscat's Unique Meat Experience
Grill & BBQ | Oman GCC Middle East
March 08, 2017
Grill & BBQ
The Steak Company: Muscat's Unique Meat Experience
The Steak Company is a gourmet steakhouse serving the finest prime beef imported exclusively from South Africa and Australia as well as premium grass fed New Zealand beef. Much more than that, The…
March 08, 2017
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Oman
Hotels
Ramada Hotel, Muscat Oman
Ramada Muscat an international 4 star hotel, is strategically located in the heart of Muscat's diplomatic district within a couple of minutes away from the beautiful Qurum beach & just 20 minutes…
French Food
Al Loomie: Oman's Best Kept Culinary Secret
A journey to Oman is not complete without visiting a unique restaurant... Enjoy a sumptuous Omani traditional dinner at Al Loomie restaurant, located on the premises of Al…
January 08, 2017
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Oman
Oman's Best Restaurant: Where Fine Dining and Luxury Meet!
International Cuisine | Oman GCC Middle East
December 04, 2016
International Cuisine
Oman's Best Restaurant: Where Fine Dining and Luxury Meet!
You can't visit Muscat and not dine at "Al Angham"... "Al Angham" is the first of its kind in Oman. Inspired by Omani architecture the restaurant boasts unique Omani patterns, designs and silverware…
December 04, 2016
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Oman
Graffiti Burger Bar: Another Entertaining Restaurant
Burgers | Oman GCC Middle East
November 09, 2016
Burgers
Graffiti Burger Bar: Another Entertaining Restaurant
While in Muscat this past week, I tried a few places that just so happens by pure coincidence are owned by the same person. I tried “Love at First Bite”, “Volare” and now…
November 09, 2016
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Oman
Love at First Bite... An Erotic Restaurant in Muscat!
International Cuisine | Oman GCC Middle East
November 09, 2016
International Cuisine
Love at First Bite... An Erotic Restaurant in Muscat!
There’s a concept restaurant in Muscat, which will leave you intrigued or somehow confused. Are we walking into a club or a restaurant? Inside Love at First Bite, you'll find a dining area…
November 09, 2016
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Oman
Volare Restaurant Muscat: Good Pizza in a Strange Ambiance
Italian Food | Oman GCC Middle East
November 09, 2016
Italian Food
Volare Restaurant Muscat: Good Pizza in a Strange Ambiance
After trying Love at First Bite, I jumped next door to try Volare, another original concept by the same owner. It’s a pizzeria with a twist, a la "Cavalli Club” style. Of course on the…
November 09, 2016
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Oman
Airlines
Oman Air: Business Class from Beirut to Muscat
A small sized plane, a new version or an updated one, only a couple of seats, a welcoming attitude, large screens with some entertainment and dinner. It was my first time on Oman Air.
April 23, 2016
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Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Semsom: Flavors of Lebanon in Oman
In the heart of Muscat's oldest mall, you can experience the breath of our traditions. It's a Lebanese restaurant down in Muscat, a beautiful place with Lebanese roots and Lebanese spirit, local…
December 01, 2015
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Oman
Hotels
Barr el Jissah, Al Bandar, Shangri-la Resort Oman
It was 1am when we arrived to the hotel, it took 40 minutes at 120 kph from the airport. A large resort which seemed nice in the dark. I was so excited to spend the next 48 hours…
December 01, 2015
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Oman
American
Slider Station Oman: Expected More Flavors
It looks like a garage, the history of a gas station, a car on the wall, metal, lots of it, lights hanging from above and black leather; the place looks nice and they say it has excellent burgers and…
Events
The Hummus Games at Semsom, Oman
After witnessing the Hummus games of Lebanon where more than 25 bloggers competed to produce the best hummus, I was invited by Semsom to attend the Hummus Games of Oman and I'm happy to have attended…
Paul Muscat Grand Mall: It Can Be Better
Breakfast & Coffee | Oman GCC Middle East
November 18, 2015
Breakfast & Coffee
Paul Muscat Grand Mall: It Can Be Better
Neat, clean and oozing with positive vibes, a black facade, white tiles, two counters displaying the fresh produce and French style decoration... That's Paul at the Muscat Grand Mall, known around…
November 18, 2015
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Oman
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Kargeen is Bizarre and Overrated
Kargeen means 'the little wooden cottage' in ancient Omani, the restaurant is a blend of the east with some classical western elements, creating a welcoming space of tranquility. A large place with…
November 18, 2015
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Oman
Breakfast at the Shangri-La Barr El Jissah Resort, Oman
Breakfast & Coffee | Oman GCC Middle East
November 17, 2015
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at the Shangri-La Barr El Jissah Resort, Oman
I was still jet lagged after a long trip to the States so waking up early was not of the easiest of things. I think I snapped about of that snooze after seeing the breakfast buffet. It is impressive…
Airports
Photos of Muscat International Airport, Terminal 1
Muscat International Airport, also called Seeb International Airport is the largest airport in Oman and the main hub of the national carrier Oman Air. Situated 32 km…
November 14, 2015
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Oman
Hotels
Hotel The Chedi Muscat, Oman: The Ultimate Address for Luxury
One of the leading hotels of the world is worth a visit: Luxury and refinement at the best levels imaginable is experienced at Chedi Hotel in Sultanate of Oman.
September 15, 2013
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Oman
The Chedi's Muscat, Fine Cuisine: Two Dinners Enjoyed
International Cuisine | Oman GCC Middle East
September 12, 2013
International Cuisine
The Chedi's Muscat, Fine Cuisine: Two Dinners Enjoyed
The Chedi seems to be one of the most luxurious hotels in this country. Part of “The Leading Hotels of the World” this hotel didn’t stop to continuously amaze me from the
September 12, 2013
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Oman
Grill & BBQ
A Fine Lunch at The Chedi Hotel, Muscat Oman
Elegantly curved Omani arches make a dramatic first impression in this vaulted, crystal chandelier lit dining room with contemporary cool dark grey terrazzo floors, expansive bay windows on the…
September 10, 2013
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Oman
Airports
Al Majan Business Lounge: Muscat International Airport
Traveling on board Gulf Air, Emirates and other airlines your dedicated business lounge is Majan located on the ground floor of the terminal immediately after passport control. Pass the security…
September 06, 2013
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Oman
Breakfast at The Five Stars Chedi Hotel, Muscat Oman
Breakfast & Coffee | Oman GCC Middle East
September 05, 2013
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at The Five Stars Chedi Hotel, Muscat Oman
The Chedi seems to be one of the most luxurious hotels in this country. Part of "The Leading Hotels of the World" and covering a huge area of land, this hotel didn't stop to amaze me from the very…
September 05, 2013
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Oman
Contributors
Slider Station Diner, Muscat, Oman
Written by Natasha
Slider Station is the first conveyor belt burger joint in the world. It is the brain child of Basil Al Salem, the creator of b+f Burger Boutique, b+f Open Flame Kitchen and b+f…
October 22, 2012
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Oman