AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDhofar Tourism Boost: Oman’s Shaat Glass Viewpoint in Rakhyout has opened as a fresh Dhofar attraction, adding a 10m x 12m glass observation deck plus viewing decks, seating, rest areas, walkways, parking, retail and an open-air amphitheatre—at over 1,000m altitude with sea-and-mountain panoramas. Khareef Visitor Surge: Dhofar Khareef drew 472,449 visitors (June 21–July 31, 2026), up 6.9% year-on-year, with July alone accounting for 95.5% of arrivals. Oman Tourism Outlook: Oman remains cautiously confident for 2026 international tourism, pointing to strong source markets and growing experiences, including India’s rise as a key growth market. New Route for Summer Travel: Oman Air launched direct flights to Sochi (Russia’s “Russian Riviera”), giving Omanis a cooler, family-friendly getaway about 4.5 hours from Muscat. Local Investment & Jobs: Oman’s Development Bank approved RO 2.7m in loans in Al Buraimi (2025), supporting projects across sectors including tourism, logistics and home-based businesses. Tourism Economy: Tourism’s contribution to Oman’s GDP rose to 2.9% in Q1 2026, with accommodation, travel booking and transport among the biggest contributors.
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