Mom and Dad’s Arrival and Dhow Cruise

It’s a long way from Edmonton to Muscat so when visitors come they can expect to things: An order for pork and a few (lots this time) other things we can’t get or are crazy expensive here. A road trip to see the country and experience the culture – one of our favorite pastimes.

As-Salaam alaykum

Peace be with you.  And then your response would be Wa alaykum as-Salaam, and with you peace.  That is the traditional greeting among Omanis, one that we have picked up as well.  A few phrases and manners goes along way.