[Oman-l] Quality tourists

[Susan.Hutton@btinternet.com]

I was very interested in the discussion of tourist 
statistics, and was one of those who responded to 
Ruud's recent enquiries about travel facilities in Oman.

My understanding of official policy is that Oman is 
seeking "quality tourists" and to that end, is expanding 
the number of 4 * and 5 * hotel rooms to 
accommodate them.

Would anybody care to comment on what is meant by 
a "quality tourist", or indeed in more detail how tourist 
infrastructure in Dubai is more developed than in the 
Sultanate.

What would list members like to see in order to 
enhance tourism in Oman?  A lot of us have actually 
been lucky enough to live there and know what the 
attractions are.  Would they be as attractive if there 
were hordes of coach parties, and would hordes of coach 
parties be likely to substantially increase tourist 
revenue?

With best regards

Sue Hutton

Susan.Hutton@btinternet.com
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