Non-Oil GDP Share: 70.5% ▲ +9.5pp vs 2017 | QS Ranking — SQU: #334 ▲ ↑28 places | Fiscal Balance: +2.8% GDP ▲ 3rd surplus year | CPI Rank: 50th ▲ +20 places | Global Innovation Index: 69th ▲ +10 vs 2022 | Green H₂ Pipeline: $30B+ ▲ 2 new deals 2025 | Gross Public Debt: ~35% GDP ▲ ↓ from 44% | Digitalised Procedures: 2,680 ▲ of 2,869 target | Non-Oil GDP Share: 70.5% ▲ +9.5pp vs 2017 | QS Ranking — SQU: #334 ▲ ↑28 places | Fiscal Balance: +2.8% GDP ▲ 3rd surplus year | CPI Rank: 50th ▲ +20 places | Global Innovation Index: 69th ▲ +10 vs 2022 | Green H₂ Pipeline: $30B+ ▲ 2 new deals 2025 | Gross Public Debt: ~35% GDP ▲ ↓ from 44% | Digitalised Procedures: 2,680 ▲ of 2,869 target |

Tourism

Khareef (Salalah Monsoon Season)

The Khareef (June-September) is Oman's monsoon season that transforms Dhofar into a green, mist-covered landscape unique in the Arab world — creating both a distinctive tourism product and a marine upwelling that makes the Arabian Sea among the world's most productive fisheries.

Feb 21, 2026

Oman Tourism Strategy 2040

Oman's tourism strategy targets OMR 12 billion in annual revenues by 2040 — up from OMR 3.2 billion (2023) — through authentic nature and culture positioning, OMRAN-led infrastructure, and aviation connectivity expansion.

Feb 21, 2026

OMRAN Group

OMRAN is Oman's Tourism Development Company — the state vehicle for developing Oman's tourism infrastructure including landmark hotels, destination masterplans, and PPP structures. OMRAN manages properties including Alila Jabal Akhdar and the Oman Convention Centre.

Feb 21, 2026

Tourism and Hospitality Investment

Investing in Oman's OMR 12bn tourism target — hotel development, resort real estate, aviation connectivity, and experience economy infrastructure.

Feb 21, 2026

Oman Tourism Bodies Guide

Guide to Oman tourism organisations covering ministry Omran Group and tourism development entities

Feb 21, 2025

Oman Tourism Development Programmes Guide

Guide to Oman tourism development programmes covering destination marketing hotel development and eco-tourism

Feb 21, 2025

Oman Tourism FAQ

Frequently asked questions about visiting Oman covering visas weather safety and travel tips

Feb 21, 2025

Oman Tourism Sector Guide

Complete guide to Oman tourism sector covering strategy attractions investment and growth targets

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism Sector Opportunity Brief

Investment opportunity brief for Oman's tourism sector covering market sizing, growth drivers, and entry strategies.

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism Sector Project Pipeline

Active deal flow and project pipeline for Oman's tourism sector with status updates and investment parameters.

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism Sector Risk Profile

Comprehensive risk assessment for investment in Oman's tourism sector including market, regulatory, and operational risks.

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: GCC Positioning Analysis

GCC Positioning analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Infrastructure Analysis

Infrastructure analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Investment Landscape Analysis

Investment Landscape analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Outlook 2040 Analysis

Outlook 2040 analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Regulatory Environment Analysis

Regulatory Environment analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: SME Ecosystem Analysis

SME Ecosystem analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Sustainability Analysis

Sustainability analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Technology Adoption Analysis

Technology Adoption analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Value Chain Analysis

Value Chain analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

Tourism: Workforce Analysis

Workforce analysis for Oman's tourism sector

Feb 21, 2025

What is a Wadi? | Oman Explained

Learn about wadis, the dramatic valleys and seasonal riverbeds that define Oman landscape.

Feb 21, 2025

What is an Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC)? | Oman Explained

Learn about Integrated Tourism Complexes in Oman where foreigners can buy freehold property.

Feb 21, 2025

What is the Khareef Monsoon? | Oman Explained

Discover the Khareef monsoon season in Dhofar that transforms the Salalah region into a green paradise.

Feb 21, 2025
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