The Spa at the Alilia Jabal Akhdar hotel is committed to providing unique treatments that, blend ancient Asian healing techniques with…
Year: 2015
Could Have Done and Should have Done
The title refers to the brand new Alila Resort high in the mountains of Jabal Akhdar (meaning Green Mountain). It’s perched 2000…
Charter Yacht Najade Celebrates 50th Birthday
In 1965 the 28m Najade, constructed of welded steel, with an aluminium superstructure, was built by Feadship. Stabilizers were added…
Driving Through the Mountains to Jabel Al Akhdar
The drive from Nizwa to Al Jabel Al Akhdar takes about 45 minutes using a 4 wheel drive vehicle. It…
New Zealand Still Trying Vainly to Attract the Cruising Superyachts
New Zealand has seen the arrival of more superyachts this season, than in any previous occasion. The number is at…
Sunseeker Seeks Trials Master
Sunseeker International is looking for the right candidate to join its team in the position of Superyacht Yard Captain. The…
Falaj Daris
Not far from the centre of Nizwa and on our way to the Alia Hotel in in Jabel Al Akhdar…
Halwa from Oman
A trip to Oman is not complete without trying some of its delicious local delicacy – Omani halwa (sweet). Halwa…
Nizwa Souq
The Souq in Nizwa bustles with vendors selling everything from meat, fish, fruits and vegetables to spices, dates, gold and…
Michael Reardon Sets Up Yacht Consultancy
Michael Reardon has been in the industry for nearly 30 years operating and managing luxury yachts and superyachts. He has now…