AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTourism Outlook: Oman is “cautiously optimistic” about tourism, with visitor numbers down less than 1% year on year through August despite regional tensions. The UK market remains important: arrivals fell 4.5% in January–August, while 2025 visits rose 10.4%. A new e-training platform aims to help travel sellers promote Oman. Global Profile: At WTM London, Oman’s tourism minister met the WTTC president as the council launched tourism performance indices with Omran. The research also highlighted women’s participation in Omani tourism jobs at 28%, above the Middle East average of 18%. Nature Travel: Visitors to six Omani nature reserves will need permits for activities including camping, photography and research, under new rules to protect habitats. Air Links: Oman Air will increase Muscat–Amsterdam flights to daily from December 1, strengthening access to a key European market. Winter Experiences: Musandam has 75 events planned to boost winter tourism, while Bidiyah’s dunes are drawing seasonal crowds and gearing up for a month-long carnival starting November 19.
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