Al Hafa Beach

For millennia, Oman has been known for its frankincense and scented oils. (Even today, the most expensive fragrance in the world is made here.)

Mohammed took us to the local souk today, where I sampled a couple dozen different Omani perfumed oils on my arm.

After a LOT of sniffing, I chose two scents: Salalah Rose, and Sultan.

Choosing your scent is only the first step. Next, you much pick a container for them to put some into.

That was fun, too!

Most commercial perfumes give me a headache and smell too strong, but these perfumed oils work perfectly for me.

It’s a tradition for Omani men to wear scented oils, too.

If you look closely at the photo I shared elsewhere of our cab drive, Mohammed, you’ll notice a little tassel on the collar of his outfit. That is where they dab a little perfume each day.Read more