Naseem Hotel Muttrah
, PO Box 360 Muttrah, 114, Oman
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We had a great, but tiring, time in Oman
7th October continued A$1 = 0.25 Omania rials OR1 = A$4 We did a smart turn against the no entry arrow, and parked outside the Nasseem Hotel. Greg is not convinced that it is suitable, but we say we are fine and bid him farewell. The foyer is pretty ordinary, so we ask to look at a room. There are no front rooms, so look at a fourth [top] floor …
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