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The Sultanate of Oman is a beautiful blend of Islamic traditions and modern outlook. Oman has seen rapid developments in the last 30 years, with highways, roads and airports making a dash for the future. Oman has some cool picturesque valleys and a 1700 kilometer long coastline which caresses the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Oman is connected internationally by the Muscat International Airport to major destinations in Europe and Asia, as well as US by regular direct or connecting flights. The Salalah Airport is another important airport in Oman which connects with domestic and international destinations in the neighboring countries. Oman Air is the national carrier, which offers daily flights between Muscat and Salalah, and regular services to Khasab. Also, Oman is well-connected by a regular bus service to Dubai through Muscat. With the absence of any rail network, roadways are the most comfortable option to travel through Oman.
Bus service in Oman
The roadways in Oman are excellent and well-connected to different parts of the country. Intercity buses connect major cities and provincial towns. Besides, there is a daily bus service to Dubai from Muscat, the capital of Oman. Though for frequent travels during the day, buses are not recommended, as cars offer a better and a faster mode of transport. But always remeber that hiring a car in Oman is easy but not cheap.
Car hire in Oman
Taxis and car are the easiest mode of transport in Oman. They are easily available in Muscat, Salalah and other major cities of Oman. All the taxi drivers in Oman are essentially Omanis, and they are really nice and helping. Travelers visiting Oman can also rent a car from Dubai, but they have to make sure that the car is insured in Oman.
An interesting fact is that it is illegal to drive in a dirty car in Oman, else you may actually end up paying a small fine or get to clean up the mess.
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