OMAN
Oman is a country that truly has it all, yet it remains blissfully untouched by mass tourism. For a solo female traveler, it is an absolute gem. It disarms you immediately with its safety and profound cultural respect, while offering a landscape that shifts seamlessly from pristine coastal beauty to a wild, rugged interior.
Behind the wheel of my rental car, I discovered a country with unforgettable hospitality and sparsely traveled roads (except for herds of goats and the occasional camel). In the capital city of Muscat, I explored its breathtaking mosques and bustling morning fish markets filled with friendly locals.
As I drove further inland, that connection only deepened, whether it was sharing coffee and dates with a security guard at the Bimmah Sinkhole, or having my hotel owner lead me down steep canyons, while clinging to ropes as we ventured down the cliffs of Wadi Tiwi.
My journey took me from the windswept dunes of the Wahiba Sands, where I watched the sunrise alone (although, are you really alone if there are camels around?) to the ancient, mud-brick mountain villages in Oman’s interior.
Yet, the grand finale of my Oman road trip was in Nizwa, where I witnessed the chaotic, historic energy of the Friday goat market (an unforgettable experience I loved so much, I wrote a whole article about it).
Oman is a place where ancient soul and modern life exist in perfect harmony. This ongoing collection reflects my journey through the wadis, the mountains, and the quiet desert spaces of a country that genuinely stole my heart.
Spotlight: Faces of Oman
Behind every dramatic Omani canyon and ancient mud-brick village is a culture defined by legendary hospitality and grace. Explore my photo essay to get a glimpse into the people who make the place.
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A Friday Morning in Nizwa: Daggers, Auctions, and Goats
It was nearly six on a Friday morning in Nizwa, Oman. I stepped out of my boutique hotel, grabbed a handful of dark-colored, delicious dates…