The time gap between the end of the year and the beginning of the next one is often the busiest, buzziest and perhaps most expensive time to travel. But the upcoming holiday season demands a fun time filled with love, laughter and happiness, surrounded by the people you care about.
Life can be tough and you deserve to let your hair down. Instead of spending time at home, fly away to a stunning location to have a stress-free start to the year. Despite the buzz around, Omani travellers can still enjoy a quick flight to these nearby top destinations.
5 Last-Minute Holiday Destinations From Oman
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Since Kuwait is part of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) just like Oman, people from Muscat can easily visit the country without a visa. In fact, the end of the year period is a great time to enter Kuwait as the country’s vibrancy is known to be in full swing during the period.
Year-end sales and shopping events tempt shopaholics and casual window shoppers. But if shopping isn’t really your thing, Kuwait City also has a lot of different things for every kind of traveller, including a brilliant blend of the modern and the traditional.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is also a GCC country, making journeys from Muscat a seamless affair. Moreover, the multitude of direct flights connecting Muscat to Jeddah ensures your journey is not just a convenience but a delightful adventure.
The Saudi capital is one of the hottest travel destinations in the region. Under the government’s ambitious Vision 2030, the entire country is currently undergoing a dramatic transformation. Jeddah now sees even more events hosted and entertainment hotspots inaugurated.
Cairo, Egypt
This time of the year, Cairo is full of fun things to do as the city is adorned with colourful lights and decorations. Omani travellers can explore the place with a visa-free stay for up to three months. Moreover, the number of direct flights connecting Cairo and Muscat adds ease.
The Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum certainly cannot be missed. In addition, a quick trip to the longest river in the world during this time of the year allows you to add a sense of relaxation to your trip and helps remember the country for years to come.
Male, Maldives
For Omani travellers, entering Maldives has been made easier by a visa-on-arrival facility, allowing a stay for up to 30 days. Nationals of Oman just need a return ticket, proof of financial ability, hotel reservation confirmation and Traveller Declaration.
Some people prefer Male for the stunning beaches, and some for the sunrises and sunsets. The beautiful place is about “luxury resorts”, “lazy days down at the beach” and “top-notch sun and sand destination”, among other memorable things.
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Entering Bangladesh for Oman citizens is no less than a breeze as the visa-on-arrival facility allows stays of up to 30 days. Experience the convenience of numerous direct flights from Muscat to Dhaka, ensuring a hassle-free journey.
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Dhaka is home to a long list of historical landmarks that reflect the city’s rich past. Besides the architectural gems, the capital of Bangladesh also allows travellers to feast on its delightful cuisine – from street food stalls to upscale restaurants.