Khareef Tourism Push: Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has launched the “Dhofar is Something Else” campaign to boost Khareef 2026 travel, aiming for higher visitor numbers and hotel occupancy. Aviation Numbers: Oman airports handled 6.28 million passengers by end-June 2026, with passenger and flight totals down year-on-year, while Muscat remains the main hub. New Visa for Short Trips: Oman introduced a free 14-day tourist visa for eligible nationalities, effective Aug 3, as part of updated foreign residence regulations (eligible-country list pending). Airport Convenience: Oman Airports rolled out a unified RO 3.200/day parking tariff for P1 and P2 users at Muscat International. Climate Policy: Oman submitted its third Nationally Determined Contribution report to the UNFCCC, setting emissions-cut targets through 2035. Strait of Hormuz Talks: Iran says talks with Oman on a temporary Hormuz shipping route are in final stages, while the US says new Iran negotiations start Monday—keeping regional shipping and travel conditions in focus. Fuel Costs: Aviation fuel prices rose sharply amid Hormuz tensions, a direct pressure point for airfares and travel planning.