Oman

The project alone is expected to generate annual revenues of OMR 1.26 million (US$3.3 million), create 309 jobs, and unlock 32 investment opportunities in tourism and services.

As for the strategies ensuring guest loyalty and operational resilience during disruptions, Michel Sursock, General Manager of Royal Tulip Muscat, said the hotel has been working closely with diplomatic missions to manage the influx.

For Oman Air passengers, buses depart at 7am and 3pm, reaching Muscat at 3pm and 9pm respectively, with travellers required to arrive 30 minutes before departure.

Oman Air has become the leader in point-to-point share within the Gulf, with P2P passengers increasing by over 50% since the transformation began.

The new route reflects Oman Air’s commitment to strengthening regional connectivity in line with Oman Vision 2040, the national strategy for economic diversification and tourism growth.

This lively offering perfectly complements AIDA’s broader luxury mix of golf, mansions, and premium apartments spread across 3.5 million square meters.

The proposed mechanism will allow tourists to reclaim VAT paid on eligible purchases during their stay, a practice long established in competing destinations across Europe, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.

The figures underscore a deliberate national push to develop tourism streams that provide robust support for hotels, aviation, transport, and professional event services.

Head of Cargo Michael Duggan highlighted surging regional demand, especially for fresh goods and specialized loads, noting the route’s role in expanding reach and cementing Muscat as a premier cargo nexus.