January 26, 2010 Muscat, Oman
The exchange rate $1 equals 0.38 OMR.
Thanks to Fanette, Janet, and Margaret, took the excursion “Muscat Impressions”. Our guide was English Professor at college and was informative, personable, helpful, and easy to understand. The Sultan’s (President) palace flanked by Portuguese forts (Jalali & Mirani) and the Bait Al Zubair Museum (small, very clean, and interesting) were highlights. This is a very pretty and clean place. You’ll receive a ticket from the police if your vehicle is dirty or a taxi driver without the traditional clothing on. Tourists (20%) are the second largest income behind oil and ahead of farming & fishing.
We did buy some souvenirs.