The day we arrived Muscat was a Friday. For those, like me, who are not familiar with Oman, it was a surprise to find out that the weekends in Oman are on Thursdays and Fridays. I wonder if it is the same for the rest of the countries in the middle east? Anyway, there are many surprises and differences between Brunei and Oman that I noticed. I will try to mention some of these differences later.
Actually, the Grand Hyatt Hotel is located along a beautiful beach. Since the weather was nice, we went down to the beach and took a stroll along the beach and enjoyed the scenery. The temperature in Muscat at that time was around 25 degrees, and it was really a nice weather to be in. Another notable surprise is that the weather in Oman could get to as high as 49 degrees - thats VERY VERY VERY HOT. In fact, one of the Omanis jokingly told me that Oman has 3 seasons, i.e. Summer, Summerer and Summerest. He said that we have came during the "Summer" season. That is why the weather is nice. "Summerest" is when the temperature could reach as high as 49 degrees or even higher. Another close friend who is working in Oman told me that it is not a good idea to come during the "Summerest" season unless we want to see the dates (kurma) bearing the fruit. Date trees will only bear fruits when the temperature reaches those really really high. Enough said about the weather.
Since it was a weekend, the beach during that time was full of people. Some of the people were relaxing and picnicking with families. Some of them were playing football, volleyball (without the net), cycling, jogging or just strolling along the beach.
Another surpise. There are a lot of these in Muscat. This car is owned by one of those at the beach...
Hummer...
The weather is so nice that they do not need an umbrella at the beach. Just some chairs and companions to talk to... The guys at the background are playing beach football...
These guys are playing volleyball. Notice that there is no net in the middle...
Some of the lil ones about to enjoy riding their bikes...
Notice that hut on the right? Well, that is where they relax, drink and smoke shisha. The smell of shisha was so sweet and addictive...
The view of our hotel from the beach. Do you want to know the rate of my room? Its about B$800 per night. How's that compared to The Empire Hotel and Country Club? ...
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