• Private Tour
• Family Friendly
• Carbon Neutral

An experience that offers a profound appreciation for simplicity, community, and the timeless beauty of nature. It’s a journey that fosters understanding, respect, and gratitude—a reminder of the enduring spirit found in every corner of the Sultanate of Oman.

Destination

Muscat, Oman

Category

Day Trips

Duration

6 hours

Transport mode

Car

Available languages

العربية, English

Included

• Private guide
• Driver
• A/C Car
• Pick-up Included

What you can expect

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Hajer.

1. Meeting point

   You will be picked up anywhere in Muscat. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Town tour

   Get a close-up look at the quaint old town before heading to the mountains

4. Date trees farms walk

   Enjoy a pleasant walk through the farms and try feeding the local animals around you!

5. Afternoon tea and coffee with local Omani hosts

   Immerse yourself in the culture with a delightful afternoon tea featuring Omani coffee, local fruits, snacks, and dates while listening to captivating stories from our Omani host

6. Drive back to Muscat

   Hotel drop off

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

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• Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
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Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Keith

25 November 2024

We did a local village day trip with Hajer to al Alia village. We visited a fort on the way to the village which was very interesting with great views over the plains to Muscat. It took about 2 hours to get to the village through mountain valleys with great scenery along the way. At the village Hajer had arranged for a local guide (Saleem (?)) to take us through his village. There was a surprising bit of agriculture along the valley floor using channels for water and some clever techniques. We had a great walk and learnt a lot about local village life. Saleem then invited us to his home to meet his family - his Mum had prepared a feast and we sat around having a fun chat. - a wonderful experience. Along the way Hajer would take photos and vids of us. Hajer put together a great day trip which exceeded our expectations. Later she sent us both photos and video montages of our day out - these were excellent and very professional. I highly recommend Hajer as a guide who does the little things that make your day more special,Excellent local village trip with Hajer

Farah🇸🇬 Singapore

18 October 2024

My friends and I attended a conference in Muscat and made a little time to sightsee. I had contacted Hajer some months prior and booked the Night tour of Muscat and the Mountain Village tour the following day. Hajer accommodated our dates and times, and also arrange pickup and airport transfer. Highlights: 1. Wonderful tour host - approachable, knowledgeable and (most important) a fan of her city and her country, she imparted a sense of warmth and pride in Muscat that we enjoyed. She brought us to have excellent saffron tea, local barbecue and halwa on the night tour, and helped us find various shopping items on the night tour. 2. Teaching us about frankincense for fragrance and culinary purposes, showing us various frankincense at the souk and teaching us about traditional clothing. 3. The Fort city of Nakal and the mountain village of Al Alia - it was wonderful for us to experience the warmth and hospitality of Omanis and the simple and delicious food 4. Al Hajar mountain range - spectacular. Breathtaking views of tall mountains, serenity and large beautiful clouds on the way to Al Alia. Great roads, smooth driving, you dont even sense the elevation much 5. Village hike - though we were not quite prepared, Hajer and her co-host Salim made sure that the trail walk/hike was suitable for us and helped us out along the way. We walked through farms and plantations and marveled at the natural beauty around us. 6. Picnic on the mountains - this was possibly the best part - exceptional hospitality, home-cooked food, fruit and coffee, rich variety of local dates and unique local honey, especially with the company of Salim's brothers. No negatives at all. Overall - these trips exceeded all expectations and we had an amazing time with Hajer. Highly recommended. A Taster of Oman leaves us wanting more

Karolis

27 April 2025

Thank you for a wonderful tour of Muscat! The itinerary covered not only the city’s key tourist attractions but also included visits to beautiful beaches, markets, and other local highlights. Hajer thoughtfully tailored the plan to suit our interests, ensuring a personalized experience. We also enjoyed a delightful dinner together, tasting authentic Omani dishes. Hajer speaks fluent English and communicates with a warm, approachable manner, making us feel at ease almost immediately, as if we were traveling with a close acquaintance. We were comfortably transported in a spacious, luxurious SUV. Hajer provided insightful commentary about contemporary Oman and its rich history, patiently addressing all our questions with enthusiasm. We highly recommend her for an engaging and well-organized tour!Fabulous Muscat tour

Caroline🇩🇪 Germany

20 April 2025

Hajer was awesome. Before the tour I was already in contact with her, she answered all my questions, gave me great advice and customized the tour exactly how we wished it to be. She is a very smart, young open minded lady. It felt like traveling with a friend. She took really good care of us brought drinks and lots of local snacks. We tried Oman chips for the first time. We loved her car, it was very luxury! Great new Jetour SUV. I highly recommend her for any trip in or around Muscat!!!! If we return soon, I will definitely book her again! She also gave us great recommendation for other trips in the areas, special sights and coffeeshops. The afternoon with Hajer was so much fun, we loved her! Thank you again Hajer! Hajer the best guide ever!

Marieke🇳🇱 Netherlands

17 April 2025

We had a great tour with Hajer through the highlights of Muscat. She also had us taste special Omani tea, coffee and sweets. Recommend Hajer!

Geeta🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 April 2025

Hajer is a wonderful guide with a lot of knowledge about Muscat’s history. She took us to iconic landmarks and also got us to try local cuisine (hidden gems that we as tourists would never have found). The tour was fun, informative and made us feel like we were experiencing the city as locals. I would highly recommend Hajer to anyone who would like to see the magical city of Muscat through the eyes of a local :) The perfect guide for Muscat

jane

11 April 2025

We had a wonderful evening out with Hajer. A zip around the city, taking in sunset at the beach, a pass by the mangrove reserve, and a delicious introduction to Omani food. We enjoyed Hajer’s company and perspective. It was a great way to start our visit to Oman. Highly recommended.

Olabimpe🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

10 April 2025

I messaged Hajer less than 48 hours before I needed help - I was looking for natural items (resins, herbs, oils), some of which I had never purchased anywhere before, in Muscat. I sent a list of over 19 types of items and shared my intention, and Hajer was able to help me find high quality items that I wouldn't have been able to find anywhere else. I knew I wouldn't be able to do this on my own, as I had no idea where to even start looking and how to understand if I was getting something worthwhile. But Hajer took me to the right places and helped me find my items and interact with the shopkeepers as there was a language barrier for me. Hajer made my trip possible! I would have been completely lost without her help. I highly recommend booking with Hajer whatever your needs may be - whether you want to do something more standard (as my mom and sister did months before my visit), or if you're like me and have an unconventional goal while traveling in Oman. You won't be disappointed!Great Tailored Experience on Short Notice

Jonny🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 April 2025

Hajer was exactly what we wanted in a guide! Friendly, knowledgeable, funny and helpful, Hajer guided us around the key sights in Muscat and took us to a few hidden gems! She picked us up in her lovely new car and showed us around like we had been friends for years. She answered all the questions we had about her incredible country and we had a wonderful time. We look forward to meeting again very soon!Amazing local guide

Nicola

7 April 2025

Great tour with Hajer, she is definitely a great guide, knowledgeable about her country and very informative. She picked us up in her brand new car and took us around to check out the main tourist spots while also helping us understand the local culture. Reccomended.

Mike🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 April 2025

We had a great introduction to Muscat. Hajer gave us a very real understating of Omani culture that you simply will not get in a guide book. Enthusiastic in her approach, she have us pointers on what else we could fit in during our stay, and what to look iut for in our next visit. A whistle stop tour or Muscat, we managed to see a lot of the main points of interest, allowing us to further explore at our leisure Thanks HajerMuscat - Hajer’s way

Asim🇨🇦 Canada

6 April 2025

We had the absolute pleasure of spending two incredible days exploring Oman with Hajer, and it truly exceeded all expectations. From the moment we connected, she was warm, professional, and attentive to every detail. She crafted a custom itinerary for us that perfectly balanced cultural immersion, scenic beauty, and relaxation. On Day 1, we started with a snorkeling trip to the breathtaking Dimaniyat Islands—crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life made it a must-do! Later, Hajer gave us a full city tour of Muscat, where her deep knowledge and passion for her country shone through as she guided us through historic sites, local markets, and hidden gems. Her storytelling brought Muscat to life in the most memorable way. Day 2 was pure magic. We ventured into the mountain villages, enjoyed a peaceful walk through date farms, and had a heartwarming tea and coffee session with a local Omani family. Sharing stories over traditional snacks in such a serene setting was one of the most special travel moments we’ve ever had. Hajer’s ability to make you feel welcomed, informed, and inspired is unmatched. The entire experience felt like traveling with a close local friend rather than a tour guide. Every part of the trip was well-paced, comfortable, and personalized. If you’re looking to explore the real Oman beyond the touristy spots, Hajer is the guide you want. She’s an incredible ambassador for her country and a truly beautiful human being. This tour was easily one of the highlights of our travels anywhere in the world. 10/10!A Perfect 2-Day Oman Tour

Philip

17 March 2025

Hajer was a fantastic guide who offered us a tour despite Ramadan (fasting time)! She picked us up at our hotel and drove us to multiple great view points and sightseeing highlights in Muscat, while adding her own stories and highly interesting personal background. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend Hajer as a guide!Great Tour through and around Muscat

Purvi🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

9 March 2025

Hajer is a great host to her home country. She's knowledgeable and truly makes you experience the best parts of the city. Hajer really made this a special trip. Thank you for also introducing me to some special treats that now live in my mind rent free. I can't wait to experience another trip with you! Thank you beautiful girl! Fantastic Experience

drsoldan-bremen

1 March 2025

Der Tag mit Hajer war perfekt, tolle Tour, viel erklärt, vieles kulinarisch ausprobiert und sie hat sich sehr flexibel gezeigt bei der Gestaltung des Tages. Außerdem haben wir so viele Facetten des Oman gesehen in nur wenigen Stunden, einfach perfekt.Ein wunderbarer Tag im Oman

Andrew🇬🇧 United Kingdom

26 February 2025

We had an afternoon trip with Hajer and it was most enjoyable. From the Grand Mosque to the Portuguese forts, from the beach to the Muttrah souk, this was a thoroughly enjoyable and interesting trip. Hajer is an exceptional guide: sensitive to the wishes of the people she is showing around, but also able to come up with an excellent tour which gives you a real flavour of the beautiful city of Muscat. She is intelligent, interesting in her own right and a source of much information. We even finished up at a typical Multan bbq kiosk and enjoyed our mishkak and camel burgers! Lots of lovely touches - a stop for high quality coffee, dates in the car - all added to a great day!Outstanding

Paul

26 February 2025

Hajer was perfectly pleasant but I felt that she just wasn't as enthusiastic as her profile suggested and I did expect more information about the places we visited.Good but not great

Malgorzata

24 February 2025

Good Food and valuable insights. Enjoyed the tourExcellent excurion!

sandra.maeusli🇨🇭 Switzerland

18 February 2025

We had an amazing half-day tour in Muscat with Hajer! She was incredibly friendly, super nice, and made the experience truly enjoyable. We got to see so many beautiful sights around the city, and the visit to the souk was absolutely fabulous. Hajer’s knowledge and warm personality made the tour even more special. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Muscat!Exceptional Experience with Hajer

Megan🇺🇸 United States

18 February 2025

I was on my own in Muscat and had a wonderful day with Hajer! She covered all the highlights of the city and was happy to answer all of my questions about life and work in Oman. I appreciated that she shared aspects of her personal life and career, so it felt like having a friend for the day. Foodies will also be very happy, as she makes sure you have a nice sampling of local treats along with an amazing lunch! I also appreciated her recommendations for things to do after our time together, leading to an overall wonderful stay in the city. Hope to be back soon for a longer trip!Perfect experience for a solo traveler

Louise

9 February 2025

We had a wonderful tour with Hajer last night in Oman! She was absolutely lovely—kind, thoughtful, and incredibly accommodating. I’m not a fan of fast car rides, and she made sure to drive smoothly, which I really appreciated. She also catered to our dietary preferences, taking us to enjoy delicious hot potatoes and excellent coffee instead of meat-based options. Beyond that, she shared so much local knowledge, making the experience both enriching and enjoyable. Her warm and easygoing nature made the tour feel relaxed and special. Highly recommend Hajer for anyone looking for a personalised and comfortable experience in Oman! 🌟✨Amazing Tour Guide in Oman!

Aybike

5 February 2025

We had a fantastic day with Hajer, and she made our trip to Oman so enjoyable. From the start, she was incredibly kind and supportive. She even helped us with our questions and provided a local guide’s contact for the mountains, which was super helpful in finalizing the rest of our itinerary. Hajer isn’t your traditional Omani tour guide — she gave us an authentic look at how modern youth enjoy Oman, and we loved every minute of it. If you’re looking for a traditional tour with a focus on history and a lot of information about the city, this might not be the right fit, but if you want to get a true local’s perspective on life in Oman, Hajer’s tour is highly recommended. She picked us up in her own cool car, which made the day feel more personal, and took us to so many great spots. She even took us to her favorite coffee spot, showed us a local market where Omanis shop for dates, and helped us bargain in the souq — we got more than we could have hoped for. Thank you, Hajer, for an experience that truly felt like a day spent with a friend rather than a tour guide.Modern Oman Through the Eyes of Hajer

Gill🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 February 2025

We had a great time on Hajer’s tour. As well as seeing all the main attractions, she took us to some of her favourite spots in and around Muscat including a lovely local fish restaurant and sweet parlour. Hajer was very knowledgeable and interesting and answered our many questions! Overall, a great way to see Muscat with a super guide and vehicle. Excellent Muscat City tour with Hajer

Plamena

30 January 2025

Everything was perfect from the beginning to the end. We had wonderful time in Oman. Beautiful country and beautiful people. Hajer was perfect. She show as so many things and we had realy great fun with her. She was always ready to help us and made our stay in Oman unforgetteable. I will recomend her to all of my friends. Thank you Hajer for everything. You are wonderful. We love you.We all fell in love with Oman and Hajer

Serena

30 January 2025

Hajer was an excellent tour guide - we thoroughly recommend a tour with Hajer! We did both the evening city tour and full day mountain village tour. Both tours gave us a great insight into food, culture, history and daily life in Oman in an urban and rural context. Hajer was friendly, fun and informative throughout. We left Oman full of wonderful memories with a great appreciation of the wonderful Omani people and their beautiful country. Thanks Hajer! Insiders tour of Oman - must do!

Pekka🇫🇮 Finland

16 January 2025

It was our first time visiting Muscat and we only had two days to roam. So we decided to hire a guide for one day. And it was the right decision. Hajer was the perfect guide. Even more than that, she was a host. Beside showing the main attractions, she took us to her favourite spots, all while considering our interests, wishes. She is a knowledgeable, well informed, polite, funny modern woman and a safe driver. Her car was spotless. When we discussed returning to Oman to see more of this beautiful country, she shared valuable information, tips for exploring this beautiful country. We highly recommend her and wish her all the best for the future!Muscat: personalised experience

Jenny

12 January 2025

I really enjoyed my evening tour with Hajer, because it gave me an insight into Omani life. Apart from trying the local food, it was great to see the city come to life at night. Hajer is an excellent guide, she is very professional, easy to talk with and explained daily life, the country's history and how it is progressing, all in a conversational manner, it felt like talking with a friend. Any questions I had were answered easily. Do yourself a favour and spend some time with Hajer to learn about this wonderful country that is Oman! A Taste of Muscat

Antonio🇨🇴 Colombia

8 January 2025

Hajer nos llevó a conocer los lugares más importantes de Muscat. Igualmente nos llevó a probar varios platos típicos de la ciudad, que nos encantaron. Es una persona muy seria, responsable y muy amable. La recomiendo sin duda. Un tour muy ameno

Munira

8 January 2025

Our trip to Jebel Al Aldhar was fantastic, thanks to our amazing tour guide and driver, Hajer! She was not only skilled and safe on the road, but also fun and engaging throughout the journey. Her friendly and accommodating nature made the experience even more enjoyable, and she shared great insights about the region. Highly recommend her for a memorable and smooth tour!Fantastic views of Jebel Al Akdhar

katharina

5 January 2025

We could not have started our Oman tour in a better way: Having Hajer as a guide, starting the day with the best Karak tea ever and than learning so much about Muscat, the Omani live, habits and thinking. We had good talks, laughter and got a lot of information. Although it has been Friday (holiday and mostly closed) Hajer organised a very interesting tour round Muscat. Most impressive: the way she is close to her country and culture. A lot to learn for us Germans! Thank you Hajer. We would recommend everyone who wants to become a real insight to Muscat to ask for Hajer as a guide. So good to Meet with locals!

Rob

3 January 2025

Hajar is a very enthousiastic woman who was very helpful and knowledgeable. Thanks to her we get the see and hear about Omani life and experience it ourselves. We can highly recommend her if you want to make the most of your stay.Great guide for our Omani tours!

Lisa🇳🇱 Netherlands

1 January 2025

We loved the tour with Hajer. Our 11yr old boys also enjoyed it. Hajer was super relaxed, kind and fun! She showed us great viewing spots, guided us through the souq and we walked around the opera house at sunset. We tasted some very nice Omani treats and ended with a local bbq spot. It was a lovely, easy and beatiful afternoon. Shukran Hajer!!Perfectly relaxed tour!

Marion🇳🇿 New Zealand

29 December 2024

Had an interesting day visiting the sites in Muscat including the Grand Mosque, Opera House and market. Hajer picked us up and dropped us back to the airport and was lovely. Hajer was friendly and obviously proud of her country and made an effort to ensure we had a good time. Only small negative was Hajers driving - it could be erratic and well exceeded the speed limit at times. Would definitely recommend. Good day in Muscat

Birte🇩🇪 Germany

26 December 2024

It was a pleasure spending the evening tour with Hajer and seeing and tasting Muscat from a new perspective. Ir wasn’t my first visit to Muscat but Hajer still showed me new places I hadn’t seen before.We also had some very tasty street food. It was an easygoing tour and I would definitely book another trip with Hajer whenever I come back to Muscat. Evening city tour off the beaten track

Penelope🇬🇧 United Kingdom

18 December 2024

I was delighted to meet Hajer who I had been messaging on the app. She is extremely responsive and helpful even before meeting her! She arrived in a very comfortable 4 x 4 which she drove with great confidence and care all over the city. She is incredibly proud of her country and its people and shared so much of her knowledge with me, including sampling three treats which reflect street food in the city. Seeing Muscat lit up in the dark was a real treat and created a very different atmosphere to what can be experienced during the day, I highly recommend it. There were so many highlights, the beautiful mosque with the golden domes, the Opera House with its glistening white marble and the Sultan’s Palace. However, for me, meeting such an engaging young woman was a highlight, I felt as if I had known her for years such was her warmth and kindness.A Fabulous Evening in Muscat

Maria

16 December 2024

From the time I initiated the booking request, Hajer had been very responsive and organized. The guests had a really great time during the boat tour and kept on mentioning how great it was! Looking forward to more tours and engagements with Hajer!Golden hour boat tour

Farisha🇨🇦 Canada

14 December 2024

Hajer did an amazing job taking us around Oman. She picked us up in a nice/clean vehicle. She took us to the main attractions, tea house, sweet shop and helped us have an easy shopping experience at the souk. She responded to our messages in a timely order. I can’t recommend her enough!!Best tour in Oman

Danielle

10 December 2024

Geweldige introductie van een fantastisch land! We hebben met haar auto de stad verkend. En vooral veel leuke en praktische tips over Muscat en omgeving. Absolute aanrader!!

Matthew🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 December 2024

We had a fantastic experience with Hajer, going around muscat at night. We tried lots of local treats including one of the tastiest burgers we’ve had! I would 100% recommend booking a tour with Hajer, you won’t regret it.Great nighttime trip with Hajer

Dina🇦🇺 Australia

5 December 2024

I was on a solo day trip to Oman and booked Hajer to show me around Muscat. Hajer picked me up from the airport and we set off on the adventure. She was very friendly, very fun and most of all very passionate and knowledgeable about her home country. The best way I can describe my experience, was like I travelled and caught up with a friend - we grabbed a coffee from one of her favourite spots, walked through the Mutrah Souq, drove through the mountainous areas, saw the palace, opera house, multiple beaches, the gorgeous resort area etc. I feel there was no area we didn’t explore. Hajer then took me to a very local restaurant where we ate a late Omani lunch followed by a stop to try some locally made halwa (sweet) and coffee. As the tour ended, Hajer dropped me back off at the airport. Overall, it was a fantastic day and I recommend the tour with Hajer. If you have a longer trip, this would also be a great way to see everything at a high level to get your bearings and then feel comfortable to explore on your own, knowing where everything is. Fun day of exploring

David🇦🇹 Austria

1 December 2024

We booked Hajer from 3-8pm and really enjoyed the hours in Muscat area. Asking her for a local experience she showed us the nicest viewpoints, great ice cream, coffee&tea, an art exhibition, the opera house, souq at night and we ended at a local smoky BBQ. She picked us up from the hotel and droped us there again. All in all it was a great evening and we would book again anytime. Hajer is very welcoming, we really appreciated, thank you!A real local experience

Monika🇨🇭 Switzerland

1 December 2024

Wir haben mit Hajer eine tolle Zeit verbracht und nicht nur die Sehenswürdigkeiten von Muskat besucht sondern auch viel über den Oman erfahren. Den Abend haben wir wie Einheimische verbracht und diverse Spezialitäten ausprobiert.

Wiljan

28 November 2024

sarah🇿🇲 Zambia

26 November 2024

Hajar was a wonderful guide to Muscat. We saw all the usual spots, but we also saw behind the scenes spots that only a local would know about. I can't recommend Hajar highly enough, she's a fantastic guide. An insider's view of Muscat

Margaret

26 November 2024

Hajer was a knowledgeable guide and we saw the must see sights. It would have been nice to have seen something of local life too.Muscat city tour

Hildegard

19 November 2024

Great day with perfect timing with Hajer. She customized my tour to Misfat and Nizwa and ensured we were at the right places when it was not too crowded on a Friday. A true insider, knows her way around, new SUV and nice intro to local food and drinks. Thank you for a wonderful day! Best timing

Marta

15 November 2024

The tour was amazing Hajer cover the main places in Muscat showing us the beauty of the city. Hajer was very polite and provided us with the history of the city. The tour was well organised and managed. Would definitely recommend to others.Amazing

Kendra🇨🇦 Canada

13 November 2024

We only had one day and night in Oman, so decided to hire Hajer for a personal tour that included the sights we most wanted to see. She was very helpful in creating a custom itinerary that met our needs, with great recommendations for places to add based on our interests. We visited the Grand Mosque, then Misfat Al Abriyyin, then Nizwa. All were incredible and Hajer provided lots of information while making sure we saw the coolest parts of each stop. It was definitely the best way to make the most of our short time in Oman. I highly recommend her tours! It was easy to meet up at the airport and all the food and beverages included were excellent. Her vehicle was clean and comfortable as well.Incredible custom tour

Joyce🇧🇪 Belgium

12 November 2024

The evening tour with Hajer is a perfect first introduction to Muscat. She knows her way around the city very very well en can show you all the nice spots. She is open for every question about Oman, it's culture en it's traditions. Moreover, she let us taste some of the typical foods and drinks, one of which became our new favourite throughout our entire trip. She takes you to very local places and leads you off the beaten path. Het drive is very comfortable. Would recommend, especially on one of the first days of your journey!Perfect first glimpse of Muscat

Arshia

11 November 2024

What a wonderful trip to Oman! Thank you Hajer for sharing your beautiful country with us and showing us the beauty of Muscat! We were tired but the city tour invigorated us and we really enjoyed our time here! Fell in love with Oman