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Oman: Tourism in Jabal Al Akhdar climbs 13% driven by Rose Spring Festival

July 16, 2026·ZAWYAEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

Jabal Al Akhdar tourism growth reflects broader GCC diversification patterns, particularly Oman's multi-year shift toward non-hydrocarbon sectors where seasonal festivals and cultural attractions anchor regional visitor flows. Rose Spring Festival–driven visitation aligns with Sultanate policy prioritizing high-margin tourism infrastructure investment, a structural trend that has historically supported hospitality, retail, and transport services across Gulf economies facing hydro­carbon revenue volatility. Regional tourism data indicates such festival-led spikes often correlate with year-round accommodation and amenities demand, creating multiplier effects in smaller GCC economies with concentrated geographic tourism hubs.

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