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Coming to Oman in August - looking for support

J
#1

My wife and I are leaving the adult kids and moving from London to Muscat mid August to work for a start-up. We need to find accommodation within a month, and furnish it. We are not planning on bringing much across.

Keen on outdoors, nature, walking.  Should I bring my gravel bike?

Practising Christians - so might look for a church  community.

Keen to learn new cultures.

All a bit daunting - so anyone who can reach out, will be much appreciated.

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A
#2

@jeffmcqueen1

Ok Best of Luck

what support and advice required ?

This is Engr Khan CEO Salalah Base Company

Thanks

Bhavna
#3

@jeffmcqueen1

Hello and welcome !


in regards to accommodation, feel free to contact Real estate agencies in Muscat and create a "looking for" advert in the housing section to receive offers.


All the best

Bhavna

fazminlk
#4

@jeffmcqueen1

Hi Jeff,


Welcome to Muscat – exciting move!

For accommodation, I’d highly recommend looking into Madinat Al Sultan. It’s a great area, especially if you're practising your faith – there's a strong sense of community there, and you'll find several churches nearby.


A quick heads-up though: August in Muscat is intense. Temperatures can hit 50°C some days, so outdoor cycling might not be the best idea at first! If you do want a bike once you're settled, you can pick up a decent one from Nesto or Lulu Hypermarket for around 50–80 OMR – good quality for the price.


It’s all a bit overwhelming now, but you’ll settle in fast. Feel free to reach out if you need more tips – happy to help!

All the best,

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