The Guide
From The Report: Oman 2020
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The guide contains listings of some of the leading hotels and resorts in Oman, and provides useful cultural and travel information for business and leisure visitors alike.

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A SINAMAR HOTEL APARTMENT Street 196 Al Jami Al Akbar Road Ghala Heights T: +968 2450 6414 booking@asinamarhotel.com www.asinamarhotel.com Rooms: 83 rooms, including double and twin rooms, and one-, two- and three bedroom suites. Business & Conference Facilities: Printer and fax machine available on site. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fully equipped fitness centre. Guest Services: Complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, free parking and children’s play area. Dining: A continental breakfast…

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Rest and relaxation:
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A SINAMAR HOTEL APARTMENT Street 196 Al Jami Al Akbar Road Ghala Heights T: +968 2450 6414 booking@asinamarhotel.com www.asinamarhotel.com Rooms: 83 rooms, including double and twin rooms, and one-, two- and three bedroom suites. Business & Conference Facilities: Printer and fax machine available on site. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fully equipped fitness centre. Guest Services: Complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, free parking and children’s play area. Dining: A continental breakfast…

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Facts for visitors: Useful information for business and leisure travellers
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LANGUAGE: Similar to other GCC member states, Arabic is the official language of Oman, although English is widely spoken and understood. Using English to get around or conduct business in the capital, Muscat, or other hubs such as Sohar or Salalah, is relatively easy. Locals do appreciate the exchange of salutations in Arabic, but are very accommodating to non-Arabic speakers. Having historic ties to Zanzibar and a large Asian subcontinent population means that Swahili, Hindu and Urdu are also…