Sea Turtle Backlash in Oman: A Ukrainian couple holidaying in Ras al Hadd faced online outrage after a video appeared to show them sitting on a sea turtle while it was laying eggs, with conservation group Biologicamente calling it unacceptable and urging strict no-touch rules. Sailing for Inclusion: Oman Sail’s SailFree team is set to represent the Sultanate at the World Sailing Inclusion Championship in Portugal (Sept 30–Oct 11), building on last year’s debut in Mussanah. Motorsport & Tourism Boost: The Oman Automobile Association rescheduled the Oman International Baja to Dec 17–19, 2026, pairing it with the Bidiyah Sands Carnival to draw visitors to North Al Sharqiyah. Dhofar Winter Travel Picks: Winter visitors are increasingly drawn to Dhofar beyond Khareef, with guides reporting strong European interest for walking, wadis, beaches and frankincense sites. New Dhofar Marathon: Dhofar will host its first full-distance marathon in December (Dec 17–19) to extend the sporting calendar and showcase Salalah’s attractions. Aviation Disruption Watch: US sanctions continue to disrupt Iran-linked travel, with multiple countries including Oman reporting flight suspensions and travellers forced into longer, overland routes. GCC Hotel Outlook: A new report says GCC hotel supply is set to rise sharply by 2030, with Oman included among markets facing demand shifts after regional tensions.