Here’s a tale of four frazzled ex-pat ladies, hailing from Australia and Scotland, residing in Dubai, and desperate for a getaway. Destination? The Sifawi Boutique Hotel, along the coast of Oman, a mere 60km drive (or watertaxi! Take your pick!) southeast of Muscat, the sovereign nation’s fine capital.
Sifawi Boutique Hotel Oman: NIKON D3000 f/8; Exposure 1/400sec; ISO-100
All that these girls required of their sojourn was a camp of tranquility; a haven of relaxation. What the foursome received for all their work-a-day toiling back in Dubai was bountiful: a sun-infused scenic destination fringed by sandy white beaches and turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea, and surrounded by the noble Hajjar mountain range. Marina on one side, pristine beach on the other, and mountain ranges (or Jebels) forming a curved spine along the back. Wow.
Sifawi Boutique Hotel Oman: NIKON D3000 f/4.5; Exposure 1/2000sec; ISO-100
En route to Jebel Sifah, the friends passed through the peaceful and modest fishing village of Sifah. The sun was shining, the breeze was blowing; it all bode well. Sure enough, and soon enough, Jebel Sifah gave clearance to the unique architecture of the Sifawi Hotel. How is it that a combinaton of indigenous, Omani elements and classic Middle Eastern design can be executed so discreetly; so arrestingly? The friends were ready to explore their new quarters…
Sifawi Boutique Hotel Oman: NIKON D3000 f/14; Exposure 1/200sec; ISO-100
The dramatic mountainous setting is also home to luxurious residences of diverse architecture and style, a 200 berth marina and marina town, and restaurants. All terribly impressive. But for these four friends, most critical of course was the pool. Temperature-perfect water and sunbeds made for snoozing, an armful of magazines and gentle nudges by the staff when it was time for complimentary chilled fruit-sticks. Three days, two nights, immeasurable bliss…
Sifawi Boutique Hotel Oman: NIKON D3000 f/7.1; Exposure 1/800sec; ISO-100
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