Monthly Archives: August 2007

The Oberoi group of hotels has signed MoU to set up a hotel in the Sultanate of Oman. I guess there could be around 15-20 high-end hotels/resorts lined up for the next 3-4 years in Oman. Enjoy the boom while … Continue reading →

The contract for reshaping of Darsait roundabout has been awarded. In the meantime, expect more mess when the project gets underway. Related story: Bye bye roundabouts

(Image source: Gulfnews.com)Only 8 percent of employees in UAE are satisfied with their job, while 63 percent of them think the salaries have not kept pace with the cost of living. Ditto in Oman too. Increase in rentals, general cost … Continue reading →

McDonald’s have resumed their drive-thru services at the Capital Commercial Centre (CCC) in Qurum. We just happened to pass through that place yesterday, and upon my daughter’s insistence, who is also a die-hard fan of their ‘Happy Meal’ package, ventured … Continue reading →

Bank Sohar, the new entrant, is aiming to position itself in a crowded marketplace, and look at the creatives being dished out by their ad agency. The above ad appeared in today’s newspapers. (Check previous rant)

Muscat weather for next one week. (Image source: Weather.com) Salalah weather for next one week. (Image source: Weather.com) Looks like the weather in Salalah, especially during this season of Khareef is rubbing on its distant cousin, Muscat. Check the screen … Continue reading →

The major roundabouts around Muscat are in for a makeover; slowly, but steadily, they will be replaced with traffic light junctions. For me, the worst roundabout in terms of traffic congestion and related accidents is the Darsait one. Try traveling … Continue reading →