Oman - Local Customs
- This is a Muslim country and Islamic law must be respected.
- Sensitivity regarding standards of dress should be observed. Women should dress conservatively and men must not wear shorts or go shirtless in public.
- During the month of Ramadan, one should not eat, drink or smoke in public.
- Ask for permission before photographing people or entering private premises as it is considered intrusive and inappropriate.
- When visiting villages, any practice that threatens wildlife and biodiversity are strictly
prohibited. Picking fruits and vegetables is considered inappropriate. Keep in mind it is a source of income for villagers.
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Just want to note on UAE you mention that the Gulf of Oman and sailing area from Muscat Oman, around the beautiful Musandam Peninsular and into the Arabian Gulf, are quite safe which they are, and I thought it should be mentioned here on the Oman page as well.
I have visited Salalah in March 2014. Great surprise – you need an agent to come inside the port. It cost 200-300 USD. You need to have 3rd party liability insurance, if not – you’ll be fined (130USD). Port fees were about 200 USD (including water).
You can fill diesel, an agent will help you to agree with BP office. Staying alongside near Port control tower. There is a shop for provisioning inside the port with free delivery onboard. So, very expensive country, if you have enough diesel and water, go directly to much more friendly Aden.