The pilot's voice crackled over the intercom: "Ladies and gentlemen, we're beginning our descent into Muscat." T My eyes flew open, sleep evaporating instantly as I half-dazed and half-excitedly pressed my face against the window. The stark, mountainous landscape of Oman materialised below, a tapestry of browns and greys against the azure sky.
As we taxied to the gate, I found myself oscillating between exhilaration and trepidation.
My Omani adventure was set to unfold in two distinct chapters: first, three days exploring the coastal beauty of Salalah at Alila Hinu Bay, and then another three days immersing myself in the mountains of Jabal Akhdar.
ALILA HINU BAY
The journey to Alila Hinu Bay was an adventure in itself. After a brief layover in Muscat and another short flight to Salalah, I found myself on a winding road through landscapes that seemed to shift with every turn. As we approached the resort, the barren beauty of the Omani coast revealed itself, and I could not help but gasp - as we entered Alila Hinu Bay, the minimalist design of white stone villas against the backdrop of the endless Arabian Sea was a sight that would be etched in my memory forever.
Amal, the sweetest manager you will ever meet, greeted me with a warm smile that instantly melted away my travel fatigue. As she led me through the resort, I marvelled at the understated elegance the wooden, oak ceilings, the subtle Omani influences in the art and pottery, and the way every element seemed to whisper stories of the land's rich heritage. This, I realised, was Alila's signature a perfect blend of innovative design and local character.
My first night was a blur of culinary delights at Seasalt restaurant. The fresh tomato heirloom salad and succulent prawns were a perfect introduction to the local flavours.
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