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Thursday 28.06.2018
5.00pm Drive Along the Corniche
If you love driving around town, then visit the Seeb Corniche in Sur Al Hadeed, where you’d enjoy a scenic stretch full of beachy views, beautiful trees and lots of families. Make sure to roll your car’s windows down, as the oceanic scent is just refreshing.
Friday 29.06.2018 4.00pm Shop at Nizwa Souq
Take a quick trip to Nizwa in Al Dakhiliyah and visit the time-honoured Nizwa Souq where they sell traditional clothes, crafts, swords, and a whole load of other exciting varieties. The place gets packed with both locals and tourists, so come here early.
Saturday 30.06.2018
5.30pm Play at Marah Land
How about a fun-filled session at Marah Land amusement park in Qurum? The place offers a variety of games and rides for the whole family. Make sure to visit the adjacent garden afterwards for a breath of fresh air, literally.
Sunday 01.07.2018
8.00pm Eat Local Street Food
One of the most exciting local street treats is the mishkak, a delicious, fire-kissed meat-on-a-skewer that’s marinated in tamarind sauce and a bunch of local spices, and served hot. It’s a favourite for both Omanis and expatriates, and can be found almost around every corner of Muscat.
Monday 02.07.2018
4.00pm Explore the Omani Heritage
Head over to the National Museum in Old Muscat (opposite the palace) and explore Oman’s beautiful heritage in a contemporary atmosphere. The museum showcases a variety of Omani artefacts and vintage items. A must-visit.
Tuesday 03.07.2018
10.00am Visit Muttrah Fort
The Muttrah Fort has been recently re-opened after taking some time off for renovations. The place still has its beautiful Omani charm that will fascinate you the minute you step a foot into the fort.
Wednesday 04.07.2018
09.00am Go to the Grand Mosque
There’s no way you’d pass by the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Azaiba without admiring its iconic architecture. How about exploring what’s inside? Non-muslim expats are allowed for a visit, so add it to your list.
Stream online:
Pacific Rim: Uprising (film)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Cast: John Boyega, Scott Eastwood, Cailee Spaeny
Jake Pentecost, son of Stacker Pentecost, reunites with Mako Mori to lead a new generation of Jaeger pilots, including rival Lambert and 15-year-old hacker Amara, against a new Kaiju threat.
Midnight Sun (Film)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Cast: Bella Thorne, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Rob Riggle
A 17-year-old girl suffers from a condition that prevents her from being out in the sunlight.
The Death of Stalin (Film)
Genre: Comedy, History
Cast: Steve Buscemi, Simon Russell Beale, Jeffrey Tambor
The film follows the Soviet dictator’s last days and depicts the chaos of the regime after his death.
