Muscat

Oman Air and Visit Oman have opened bookings for their joint Stopover program, unlocking a new way for travellers to explore Oman as part of their journey.

Set along the pristine shores of Yitti Beach, just 28 km from Muscat city centre, the new development will span over 60,000 square meters, featuring an 80-room Nobu Hotel, a signature Nobu Restaurant, full-service spa and fitness facilities, swimming pools, and a Nobu-style beach club.

Qantas Frequent Flyers will soon have access to more international reward seats and new destinations, as the national carrier launches a partnership with Oman Air.

Oman Air is introducing a new Business Studio, set to replace the airline’s First Class product. The new cabin will retain its spacious layout of 1-2-1 with 8 classic lie-flat Studios, Wi-Fi connectivity, but with more affordable fares and a redefined service approach that is tailored to the needs of modern travellers.

Trump International has revealed plans to develop a new five-star beachfront hotel in the Sultanate of Oman. Trump International Hotel, Oman will form part of an expansive US$500 million mixed-use real estate development outside Muscat dubbed AIDA.

The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort has officially opened in Oman, marking the debut of the brand in the Sultanate. Blending local heritage, avant-garde design and the timeless glamour of the St. Regis brand, the resort introduces the signature hallmarks born at New York’s finest address of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, to the region’s luminaries.

Emirates has confirmed the first set of destinations to be served by its Airbus A350 aircraft entering service from September 2024. With 10 new A350s expected to join the Emirates fleet by 31 March 2025, the airline plans to deploy its latest aircraft type to 9 destinations in the coming months, offering customers its latest signature cabin experiences.

Jumeirah Group has introduced a new resort in the Middle East, Jumeirah Muscat Bay – the ultra-luxury hospitality company’s first resort in Oman.

Oman Air will join the oneworld® Alliance, further strengthening the premier airline alliance’s leading position in the Middle East.

The JW Marriott Muscat has opened this week in the heart of Muscat’s new business hub, within the Sultanate’s largest urban development project Madinat Al-Irfan. The luxury hotel is a part of Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) precinct. Directly linked to the OCEC, it also provides easy access to key city landmarks including Muscat Old Town, Royal Opera House, Old Souq and Mattrah Corniche.

Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat yesterday unveiled its flagstone in a ceremony to commemorate its relaunch as a separate resort to Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new resort and branded residences in Muscat, the capital of Oman.