Oman Tourism & Travel Safety: The UK Foreign Office says it is not advising against travel to Oman, but urges “increased caution” after reports of limited missile and drone activity in the region. Digital Travel & Payments: OMPAY (Omantel) rolled out JEEL, a youth-focused digital wallet inside the OMPAY app that lets parents onboard ages 7–17, transfer funds, and track spending with controlled limits—useful for families travelling and managing daily costs. Roads & Connectivity: Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is pushing a major roads and logistics push under its “Quality and competitive road infrastructure” programme, including tourist access roads and logistics access roads, alongside large routine maintenance budgets. Aviation & Logistics Watch: Global heavylift airfreight is being hit by Middle East disruption, with charter demand rising and rates moving higher as shippers shift from sea to air. Regional Travel Advisory: The US State Department keeps Oman at Level 3 (“Reconsider Travel”) for Americans, citing unpredictable security conditions tied to the Iran conflict. Big Tourism Signal: Aito postponed its 2026 Overseas Conference in Muscat to 2027, moving the 2026 event to Montreux, Switzerland, citing regional geopolitical uncertainty. Airline Network: Qatar Airways expands Africa links, adding frequencies and launching Port Sudan service, with connections via Doha for travellers from Oman and the region. Wellness in Oman: JW Marriott Muscat hosted a Floating Soundbath Meditation, reflecting Oman’s growing wellness tourism mix of mindfulness and hospitality.