The Quiet Beat of Duqm's Frontier Port

Salim arrives in Duqm after the ferry from Maşīrah, exploring the working port, the Rock Garden, and the new city districts. He shares insights on living costs, visa logistics, and the unique rhythm of Oman's developing frontier. ☕ 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 34 of Oman Travel Podcast with Salim Al Balushi. Salim Al Balushi is in Duqm, Oman. Places in this episode: Maşīrah, Shannah, Sai Commercial District, National Road 32, Old Duqm village core, Bean Haus Cafe, Duqm Rock Garden (Al Mukhoor), Ras Madrakah. Covered: Duqm arrival and settlement, Cost of living and housing in Duqm, Transport and taxi fares, Old fishing village and food, Practicalities: Visa, Banking, SIM, Natural landmarks: Rock Garden, Ras Madrakah. Chapters:00:00 Shannah01:36 Sai Commercial District04:28 Duqm06:49 Ras Madrakah09:03 Wind A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DuqmOman #AlWustaGovernorate #OmanTravelPodcast #SEZADuqm #VisitOman #RockGardenDuqm #OmanLife #ExpatsInOman #DuqmPort #ArabianSea #OmanTourism #SpecialEconomicZone #RasMadrakah #OmanVlog #TravelOman #DesertToSea #OmanCulture #SustainableTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/oman/