Salim explores the transition from Khareef to Sarb in Mirbat, visiting the historic fort, the working harbour, and the Bilaq blowhole while discussing the town's economy and residency logistics.

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Episode 58 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Mirbāţ, Oman.

Places in this episode: Corniche, Rogan’s Cafe, Tawi Atair, Bird Well, Al Hashi Corner Restaurant, Al-Balad, Mirbat Castle, Bilaq blowhole.

Covered: Sarb Season Transition, Mirbat History & Fort, Local Economy & Costs, Natural Landmarks (Sinkhole/Blowhole), Practical Travel Advice.

Chapters:
00:00 Mirbāţ
03:27 Bird Well
05:16 Al-Balad
07:35 Khor Rori

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#Mirbat #OmanTravel #Dhofar #SarbSeason #KhareefEnds #MiddleEastTravel #CulturalHeritage #HistoricalSites #CoastalLiving #BudgetTravel #SoloTravel #OmanFood #FrankincenseTrail #JabalSamhan #TravelTips #ResidencyInOman #HiddenGems #ArabianSea

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Salim moves from Salalah to Mirbāţ as the monsoon ends, exploring the historic fort, the new Sarb season, and the quiet rhythm of a coastal fishing town.

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Episode 55 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Mirbāţ, Oman.

Places in this episode: Al-Balad, Mirbat Castle, Bilaq Blowhole, Rogan's Cafe, Tawi Atair, Jabal Samhan, Wadi Darbat.

Covered: Mirbat History and Culture, Seasonal Transition Khareef to Sarb, Cost of Living in Dhofar, Local Dining and Cafes, Residency and Practical Logistics, Natural Landmarks and Coastline.

Chapters:
00:00 Mirbāţ
03:08 Bilaq Blowhole
06:23 Rogan's Cafe
09:18 Sea

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#Mirbat #OmanTravel #Dhofar #AlBalad #BattleOfMirbat #SarbSeason #FrankincenseRoute #VisitOman #ExpatLifeOman #JabalSamhan #ArabianSea #TravelPodcast #HistoryBuff #CoastalLiving #OmanCulture #SustainableTravel #MiddleEastExplore #SalalahToMirbat

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On my final full day in Salalah, I walk through the fading khareef mist to Al Haffa Souq for frankincense, visit the ruins of Al Baleed, and reflect on the quiet rhythm of life after the monsoon crowds have gone.

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Episode 54 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Salalah, Oman.

Places in this episode: Awqad, Al Haffa Souq, Bascleta, Al Baleed Archaeological Park, Museum of the Land of Frankincense, Ayal Alfareej Restaurant, Ain Razat, Terhal for furnished apartments.

Covered: Post-monsoon Salalah atmosphere, Al Haffa Souq and frankincense trade, Daily costs in Salalah, Residency and banking logistics update, Nature walks: Ain Razat and Coastal Drives.

Chapters:
00:00 Awqad
02:02 Al Haffa Souq
05:15 Ayal Alfareej Restaurant
07:48 Cafe

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#OmanTravel #SalalahLife #DhofarCulture #KhareefSeasonEnd #FrankincenseTrail #AlHaffaSouq #OmanFoodGuide #ExpatLifeOman #VisitOman2026 #SalalahResidency #ArabianSeaCoast #WadiDarbat #OmanBudgetTravel #MiddleEastExplorer #SustainableTravel #CulturalHeritage #OmanVisaInfo #TravelPodcast

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On the final full day in Salalah, Salim walks the post-monsoon streets of Al Haffa, traces the ancient frankincense trade through Al Baleed, and reflects on the quiet rhythm of life as the khareef season fades into summer.

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Episode 53 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Salalah, Oman.

Places in this episode: Awqad District, Al Haffa Souq, Corniche Promenade, Al Baleed Archaeological Park, Ain Razat Spring, Al Mughsail Beach, Ayal Alfareej Restaurant, Bascleta Cafe.

Covered: Post-Khareef Atmosphere, Al Haffa Souq and Frankincense Trade, Al Baleed Archaeological Park History, Local Dining Costs and Venues, Residency and Banking Logistics Update, Nature Walks: Ain Razat and Coastal Drives.

Chapters:
00:00 Quiet room interior
02:05 Al Haffa Souq
04:49 Ayal Alfareej Restaurant
07:22 Coastal promenade
09:02 Archaeological park

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#OmanTravel #SalalahLife #DhofarExploration #KhareefSeasonEnd #FrankincenseTrail #AlHaffaSouq #OmanResidency #ExpatsInOman #VisitOman2026 #MiddleEastTravel #ArabianSeaCoast #CulturalHeritage #TravelBudgeting #LocalEatsOman #WadiDarbat #AlBaleedRuins #OmanRoadTrip #SalalahFoodGuide

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Day ten in Salalah as the khareef season fades. Salim walks the ancient frankincense trails of Al Baleed, follows a falaj through the neighbourhood, and reflects on the rhythm of settling into Dhofari life.

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Episode 52 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Salalah, Oman.

Places in this episode: Awqad, Groovy coffee house, Wusta Al-Madina, Ayal Alfareej Restaurant, Al Haffa, Al Haffa Souq, Al Baleed Archaeological Park, Museum of the Land of Frankincense.

Covered: Frankincense Trade, Residency Logistics, Local Dining Costs, Falaj Water Systems, Archaeological Sites, Neighbourhood Walks.

Chapters:
00:00 Awqad
04:31 Al Baleed Archaeological Park

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#SalalahTravel #OmanDiaries #DhofarLife #FrankincenseTrail #KhareefSeason #AlBaleedRuins #OmanResidency #SalalahFood #DhofarCulture #VisitOman #MiddleEastTravel #AncientHistory #FalajSystem #AwqadDistrict #OmanLiving #SlowTravel #MonsoonGreen #UNESCOWorldHeritage

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On day nine in Salalah, Salim follows the ancient falaj system through Awqad, visits Al Baleed Archaeological Park to trace the frankincense trade, and reflects on the quiet end of the khareef season.

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Episode 51 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Salalah, Oman.

Places in this episode: Awqad, Wusta Al-Madina, Hurof Cafe Speciality Coffee, Al Haffa Souq, Al Baleed Archaeological Park, Museum of the Land of Frankincense, Ayal Alfareej Restaurant, Ain Razat.

Covered: Post-Khareef Atmosphere, Frankincense Trade History, Residency Logistics Update, Local Dining Costs, Falaj Water Systems, Salalah Districts Guide.

Chapters:
00:00 Awqad
01:35 Wusta Al-Madina
05:59 Ayal Alfareej Restaurant
09:15 Market street

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#OmanTravel #SalalahLife #DhofarCulture #FrankincenseTrail #KhareefSeason #ExpatInOman #AlBaleedPark #AwqadDistrict #OmanFoodie #TravelSlow #MiddleEastHistory #SustainableTravel #DesertOasis #ArabianHeritage #SalalahDiaries #OmanVisaGuide #BudgetTravelOman #CulturalExploration

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