Ramadan in Oman: September - October. Tell me more...
 During the holy period of Ramadan, a month of fasting is observed when Muslims abstain from food, drink and cigarettes during daylight hours. Non-Muslims are asked to respect those fasting by not eating, drinking or smoking in public places outside hotels.
Throughout Ramadan conservative dress should be worn in public. Short skirts, short trousers and revealing tops should be avoided when outside the hotel.
Live entertainment, loud music and dancing are prohibited during this period. Sunset marks the start of the Iftar, which is the breaking of the fast. This begins with a traditional meal of dates, dry fruits and fresh juices, followed by a lavish feast of grilled meats, flavored rice and other typical Arab fare including sweetmeats. Most businesses and shops are open only for a few hours in the morning and re-open after sunset until well after midnight, which makes shopping during Ramadan even more interesting!
It may be the case that during the holy month of Ramadan certain restaurants, tours, hotel facilities, entertainment and other tourist services may not be available or may be available in a restricted or in an abridged manner. All excursions will continue to take place as scheduled. The only exception is the Dune Dinner Safari, which will not have the Belly Dance show as this comes under the category of live entertainment.
Hotels in Ramadan
Restaurants will normally be will be open during regular hours throughout the month of Ramadan and guests can dine indoors, and outdoors after 7 pm. Dinner will be served à la carte from 7:00 PM where guests can choose to dine inside or at the outside restaurant courtyard. In respect of local traditions and legislation, alcohol can only be served inside the restaurants after 7:00 PM and through room service for in-house guests only.
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