The Empty Beaches of Maşīrah

Salim explores Maşīrah's wind-battered east coast, visits the abandoned RAF airbase, hikes Jabal Al Humr for a full-island view, and reflects on the island's quiet, cash-only rhythm. A day of empty beaches, turtle tracks, and the practicalities of island life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Oman: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Oman guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Maşīrah, Oman. Places in this episode: Hilf, Jabal Al Humr, Dawwa, Marsis, Sur Masirah, Masirah Beach Camp, Al Shaati Hotel, Santorini Cafe. Covered: Maşīrah island east coast turtle beaches, Jabal Al Humr hike, RAF Masirah history, kitesurfing at Sur Masirah, cash-only economy and ferry logistics, cost of living in Maşīrah. Chapters:00:00 Maşīrah02:01 Jabal Al Humr04:18 Hilf07:33 Santorini Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MasirahIsland #OmanTravel #TurtleNesting #JabalAlHumr #LoggerheadTurtles #OmanCoast #KitesurfingOman #VisitOman #IslandLife #Hilf #MasirahBeach #OmanAdventure #MonsoonWind #Arabia #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/oman/