#37 OMAN


I traveled to Oman in 2012 with my amazing Scottish friend, Eleanor, for a weekend break from Kabul. We had both started working at The Asia Foundation about two months earlier and were eager to explore some more exotic destinations in the region, especially places where insecurity wasn't an issue. 

While most people head to Dubai to party away their R&Rs with champagne brunches and luxury hotels, we hit up less-traveled Muscat to explore souks, beaches, castles, and museums. And, before I forget, do not miss out on the Sultan's Military Museum in Muscat - and if you see Ibrahim, our hilarious guide from the Navy band, you'll be in for a treat!


Muscat, 2012

Photos with Ibrahim - The Sultan's Armed Forces Museum, Muscat, 2012

Muscat corniche, 2012

Al Mirani, Muscat, 2012

Al Mirani, Muscat, 2012

Al Mirani, Muscat, 2012

Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Muscat, 2012

Al Mirani, Muscat, 2012

The Sultan's Armed Forces Museum, Muscat, 2012

Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Muscat, 2012

The Sultan's Armed Forces Museum, Muscat, 2012

Grilled fish, Muscat, 2012

The Sultan's Armed Forces Museum, Muscat, 2012

Muscat beach, 2012

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